
Grapevine Ministries
Messages from the bible to uplift and encourage those that need a word from the Lord, to strengthen their faith. Ps Phillip Barker is an itinerant pastor in Perth, Western Australia.
Episodes
142 episodes
Commit Your Way to the Lord
What does it truly mean to commit your way to the Lord? This piercing question leads us through a powerful exploration of Psalm 37:5, unveiling the profound relationship dynamic God invites us into.The journey begins with an honest look...
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Your Heavenly Inheritance Matters More Than You Think
Have you ever noticed a particular number following you everywhere? A time on a clock, a receipt total, or a house number that keeps appearing in your life? For my wife Maria, it was 111 – a divine numerical pattern that became God's special wa...
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Jesus walks among the hopeless to offer a different path to wholeness.
What happens when you've been waiting 38 years for healing that never comes? The story of Bethesda reveals a profound truth about divine intervention that many miss.At the heart of John's Gospel lies a transformative encounter between J...
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Why You Can't Afford to Live Without God
We explore the fundamental question many Christians face from others: "Why do I need God?" This introspective journey examines how our three-part being (spirit, soul, and body) naturally seeks connection with something greater.• Every r...
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Why You Need God: Six Essential Reasons
What happens when your earthly father experiences leave you with a distorted view of fatherhood? How does this affect your ability to connect with your Heavenly Father? In this heartfelt exploration of divine fatherhood, I share pe...
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Faith Under Fire: Navigating Spiritual Battles
Faith comes under fire in seasons of intense spiritual warfare, often targeting our families and personal walk with God. Pastor Gary Pratt delivers a timely message about standing strong when everything seems to burn around you.Drawing ...
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Faith Through Weakness: David's Journey to Kingship
Pastor Gary Pratt delivers a profound message examining how King David's confession "I am weak today" reveals the paradoxical nature of spiritual strength. This insightful teaching explores one of the most powerful moments in David's journey wh...
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Hearts of Love: The Biblical Portrait of Mothers and Faith
The profound connection between heavenly and motherly love takes center stage in this heartfelt message celebrating Mother's Day. Drawing from rich biblical imagery, we explore how Scripture portrays God's care through maternal metaphors—from e...
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Unmerited Favor: The Essence of Grace
Grace is the undeserved favour of God that transforms how we live, moving us beyond mere forgiveness to a life of gratitude and obedience. Understanding the true essence of grace helps us appreciate what Christ did for us and compels us to exte...
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Grace Beyond Measure
Grace—we sing about it, talk about it, and claim to understand it, but do we truly grasp its profound implications for our daily lives? This enlightening exploration cuts through common misconceptions to reveal the true nature of God's unmerite...
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The Significance of Our Faith
Where is your faith anchored, is in in our Lord and Saviour or something else that is flawed.
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After Easter: What's Next?
Jesus's resurrection marks the beginning of our spiritual journey, not its conclusion. The 40 days following Easter represented the most intensive spiritual teaching course in human history as Jesus appeared to his disciples and taught them abo...
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Beyond Death: How One Weekend Changed Everything (Easter)
The profound significance of Easter stands at the very heart of the Christian faith. This message takes listeners on a comprehensive journey through the final days of Jesus' life, exploring each significant moment from his betrayal in the garde...
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Drawing Closer to Our Savior During Holy Week
The final week before Easter offers us a sacred opportunity to draw closer to Jesus Christ by reflecting on the deliberate steps he took toward his sacrifice and resurrection. While many rush to Easter Sunday's celebration, this episode explore...
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Jesus was always Teaching
What was Jesus doing in those final weeks before His crucifixion? Far from withdrawing or preparing Himself in isolation, the Gospels reveal a Messiah steadfastly committed to the same three activities that defined His entire ministry: teaching...
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The Sacred Meal: Understanding Communion's True Meaning
What lies at the heart of communion? Beyond the bread and wine, beyond the ritual and tradition, what sacred truth awaits those who participate with genuine understanding?The practice of communion originated directly from Jesus's action...
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Finding Security and Joy in God: Exploring Psalm 16 with King David
Struggling to find security in an uncertain world? You're not alone. King David faced the same challenge thousands of years ago when he penned Psalm 16, a profound meditation on finding refuge in God rather than worldly achievements.The...
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The Sword of the Spirit: Wielding God's Word in Spiritual Warfare
The sword of the Spirit stands apart as the only offensive weapon in God's spiritual armour. While the first five pieces provide critical protection, this final element empowers believers to actively engage in spiritual combat using the most po...
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Armour of God Part V Your Spiritual Shield of Faith
What if your faith could be your greatest shield against life's challenges? In this episode, we're diving deep into Ephesians 6, exploring the shield of faith that serves as a cornerstone for every believer's spiritual journey. Discover what fa...
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The Gospel Shoes: Armour of God Part IV, Spiritual Foundation
Step into a world where faith meets readiness as we delve into the powerful metaphor of “the shoes of peace” in this engaging episode IV Armour of God. Drawing from Ephesians 6:15, we unveil the deep significance of being spiritually grounded a...
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Armour of God Part III Breastplate of Righteousness
Embark on an exploration of righteousness through the lives of biblical figures such as Abraham and Lot. Their stories illuminate how righteousness, defined by divine standards rather than human interpretations, requires unwavering faith and ob...
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Belt of Truth: Spiritual Armour of God Part II
Could embracing the 'belt of truth' transform your life? Join us as we unpack the vital role of this spiritual armour in fostering a life anchored in absolute truth, as revealed through Jesus Christ and the Bible. We promise you'll gain deep in...
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Ready for Spiritual Battle: Armour of God Intro
Discover how to arm yourself for life's unseen battles as we kick off our transformative six-part series on the Armour of God. Inspired by the Apostle Paul's teachings in Ephesians 6:10-20, this episode promises to equip you with the spiritual ...
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Unlocking Divine Possibilities Through Faith
What if the impossible wasn't so impossible after all? Tune in to hear compelling stories from 2 Kings, chapter 4, where faith and divine intervention change lives in profound ways. We explore the journeys of a poor widow and a wealthy woman wh...
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Aligning Heart, Words, and Actions with Eternal Values Part II
The episode explores the significance of the heart in shaping our words and actions, urging listeners to evaluate their priorities in light of eternal values. Through personal anecdotes and Biblical teachings, the conversation reveals how our h...
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