by David Tensen | 21 Feb, 2016 | All, Church -, Resource, Transformation
In a recent US survey of Christians from various churches, it was discovered that 89 percent of church-goers have church wounds. 59 percent of people say they have considered not going to church again due to the experience. In this teaching, David explains why wounds... 
by David Tensen | 18 Feb, 2016 | All, Audio, Resource, Transformation
I preached this 14 February 2016 at CityLife Baptist Caloundra In this message David Tensen interprets the importance of repentance and confession from a point of Kindness and Relationship Right click and ‘Save As’ to download message here in Mp3... 
by David Tensen | 31 Jan, 2016 | All, Itinerary
Sat 13th Feb 12-5pm (free intensive) Encounter School Kawana QLD Sun 14th Feb 9:30am CityLife Baptist Caloundra QLD Sun 28th Feb 9:45am Hillview Church Rowville VIC Sun 13th March 9:30am New Hope Church Kelvin Grove QLD Sun 13th March 6pm Living Streams Church Kawana... 
by David Tensen | 25 Jan, 2016 | All, Australia, Church -, health, leadership
Over the past few years and increasingly so, I’ve spent lots of time in the trenches with Senior Pastors, their family and leadership teams in my role with LeaderHeart. Some lead congregations of 500, some of 50. Most are in between and around the Australian... 
by David Tensen | 23 Jan, 2016 | All, Church -, leadership, Thoughts in 3 paragraphs
In our common longing for identity, belonging and legitimacy, most of humanity look for markers of achievement. Eg in the business world – size and profitability of the company. Sports world – ranking and ability. As Christian’s in community (the... 
by David Tensen | 17 Dec, 2015 | All, Audio, Australia, Prayer, Resource, Transformation
At short notice I was asked to preach at a midweek service in Brisbane. I felt the nudge of the Lord to release some revelation before the end of the year. In this audio recording I teach some elementary principles on our connection and responsibility to the land as... 
by David Tensen | 7 Nov, 2015 | All, Audio
On the road from Stress to the Storm, the voices of convenience and comfort meet us to offer us that which only true commitment to Christ can bring, peace. Preached 24th October 2015 at Caloundra CityLife Baptist – In this message David Tensen shares from... 
by David Tensen | 8 Oct, 2015 | All, Audio, Church -, Resource
I recently travelled to Israel. Following the 11 day trip I shared on some experiences and thoughts on the Jew / Gentile dynamic. Drawing from Ephesian 2:11-22 I spent a little time expounding on the ONE NEW MAN that Paul writes about. Online Stream... 
by David Tensen | 3 Sep, 2015 | All, General News, leadership
Our dream is to see people live fulfilling lives from connected hearts. Our passion is to serve those in leadership within churches, organisations and the marketplace. Over the past 18 months, so many new doors have opened to us, allowing us to bring healing, training... 
by David Tensen | 24 Jul, 2015 | All, original thoughts, Transformation
Hi friends, We wanted to share with you some insights into our world. God is so good and faithful. It’s hard to know where the year has gone. We are in awe with what He has allowed us to be part of and the doors that are opening. As some of you may have read in... 
by David Tensen | 30 Jun, 2015 | All, Audio, Church -, Prayer
I preached a message on Repentance and Obedience Sunday 28th June. This includes a seasonal word I read out. Download in ZIP file: Download Sermon ZIP Notes: Download Scripture Notes 
by David Tensen | 23 Jun, 2015 | All, Intercession, original thoughts, Prayer
More than ever before, our personal decisions are of national importance. I believe we are in such an important spiritual season right now. The past 3-4 weeks have been like a testing ‘Hinge Season’ for so many people. I’m hearing of a lot of activity during the... 
by David Tensen | 29 Apr, 2015 | All, leadership, original thoughts, Prayer, Social Media, Transformation
In the early hours of this morning. Several thousand kilometres from where I live, two Australian men were intentionally murdered by firing squad in Bali, Indonesia. My social media feed filled up with heartfelt posts, thoughts, paintings and links to articles on... 
by David Tensen | 14 Apr, 2015 | All, Audio, Church -
12th April 2015 As part of a series through the sermon on the mount at Caloundra CityLife Baptist Church, I taught on how treasures in heaven are stored. This message will challenge and encourage you in your faith. Notes and whiteboard illustrations available at... 
by David Tensen | 3 Apr, 2015 | All, Church -, General News, leadership, Prayer, Resource
Where do I start? God is so good. People are so generous. Life has changed in so many ways. 10 weeks ago we put out a blog post telling our story and expressing some needs that we had. We needed to move house, I needed a new computer, we needed provision for... 
by David Tensen | 1 Apr, 2015 | All, Audio, Australia
I preached a message from Matthew 26 on Jesus request to His disciples in the Garden of Gesthemane. I feel it’s a timely word for the church on friendship. This message has since been requested to be an article in the next QB Magazine. The first half is a... 
by David Tensen | 28 Dec, 2014 | All, Audio, Prayer, Transformation
In the audio: 1. Opening thanksgiving 2. Courage in Transition 3. Breaking Trauma bonds 4. Prosperity, Hope and Joy Blessing. Total Length 9:2 Minutes Play it here: Download it here: [twocol_one] Get the MP3 file Right Click & Save As to download... 
by David Tensen | 1 Dec, 2014 | All, Audio, Church -, Transformation
In this message: The law of Foundation Sacrifice Why church wounds hurt so much Pastoral Apology Prayer for Healing Message preached at Caloundra CityLife Baptist 30 November 2014 by David Tensen. Blog Reference in message: Blood in the Foundations SERMON NOTES HERE... 
by David Tensen | 24 Nov, 2014 | All, angelic, Church -, Prayer
Interestingly, both in the Old and New Testament some of the first angelic manifestations recorded were around pregnant women. E.g Hagar and Mary. I believe there is always extra presence of angels when things are being birthed, both the natural and the spiritual.... 
by David Tensen | 21 Nov, 2014 | All, Church -, leadership
“Did you hear about such-and-such? He was stepped down from his leadership position” “I heard he wasn’t cutting it so the Senior Pastor and eldership stepped him down” Confession time: I have used these phrases numerous times over the... Page 10 of 12« First«...89101112» 