This is part 2 of the Baptism Of Repentance. There is no video. The Bible uses 'water' and 'cleansing' as metaphors to explain how God removes our sins (physical actions that explain spiritual truths). This is an essential process if spiritual life is to be achieved. Repentance is a lifetime commitment to learning how to choose spiritual principles, and how to recover from errors and bad choices... very similar to an ongoing marriage vow. The first step is to water baptism... an act of repentance and defined as such in 4 separate scriptures. God then responds with his baptism of purification. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9

The Baptism Of Repentance Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 12/07/26. The Bible uses 'water' and 'cleansing' as metaphors to explain how God removes our sins (physical actions that explain spiritual truths). This is an essential process if spiritual life is to be achieved. Repentance is a lifetime commitment to learning how to choose spiritual principles, and how to recover from errors and bad choices... very similar to an ongoing marriage vow. The first step is to water baptism... an act of repentance and defined as such in 4 separate scriptures. God then responds with his baptism of purification. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/hgCxVhnBM58

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 05/07/26. According to Anderson Consulting Worldwide, around 90% of the professionals they tested got all questions wrong, but many preschoolers got several questions correct. Scriptural References. Mat 18:3. A PDF copy of the powerpoint is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/uXjph187OUo

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 21/06/26. Darkness is nothing more than the absence of light... thus darkness is nothingness. Moths are drawn to artificial light that disorient them and they lose their natural ability to be guided by the moon or starlight...most die prematurely. Humans don't do much better; they are also drawn to artificial 'lights' that end up leaving them unhappy and broken... then they die. Walking in darkness is naturally frightening. This is where we come in as Christians. The same PDF notes apply to both Pt1 and Pt2.. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/357QWBBVlHM

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 14/06/26 Darkness is nothing more than the absence of light... thus darkness is nothingness. Moths are drawn to artificial light that disorient them and they lose their natural ability to be guided by the moon or starlight...most die prematurely. Humans don't do much better; they are also drawn to artificial 'lights' that end up leaving them unhappy and broken... then they die. Walking in darkness is naturally frightening. This is where we come in as Christians. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/tVYJTF1PTLA

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 31/05/26. This topic will reveal the true extent by which God is willing to work with us and work through us. We will also confirm the vital facts that relate to the significance of the working of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We are the real people of God and we have a true hope based on an effective gospel. God has lovingly revealed the extent of this reality more clearly than we might realise. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/Jq7aG9AnHQg

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 10/05/26. Firstly, we are who God says we are... not who we say we are. Like all humans, our thoughts and opinions are strictly limited to our short existence. This applies to all humans no matter who they are, or where they are: saved and unsaved alike. Our emotions, experiences and ignorance can result in a vast difference between our thoughts and our reality... often being far different, even amongst church and family members. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/Wez3uO9YE3M

Gods Power Is Not An Opinion Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 26/04/26. We live in a world where opinion continually outweighs provable facts and reality like no other time in history. Not surprisingly there are numerous times in history where the facts and realities have not suited the rulers of the day and have been denied. It is quite common to jail or murder those who dared reveal unpleasant realities. That is why God offers signs and wonders... it gives the honest heart something to build confidence upon, without having to rely on the opinions of others. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/JkAjJjgw03Q

Delivered by Pas Brad Smith 12/04/26. God used Elijah the prophet in some truly remarkable ways. This part of his life bares very similar likenesses to our need for salvation and the opportunities that God offers to support and care for us. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/4Rz9h6k0aII

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 08/03/2026 Far too many people are incorrectly identifying bible salvation from false belief or emotional preferences... the bible has already revealed what is true and what is false... let's take a look. Scriptural References. Acts 8:5-20, Rom 8:9. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/CnD-gpQadhA

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 01/03/2026 If we want to live forever, then we need to act like it. We all need to make daily choices that reflect the outcome we want. We need scriptural disciplines that guide us, build our lives on matters of primary interest... not worldly choices. When it comes to successful families and lasting happiness, then God is the only answer. The great secret rests in the power that made the universe and human existence possible... the Holy Spirit. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/eBDQc81ESVs

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 08/02/2026 Even though God is referenced as our Father (male), and Jesus is further gendered as His Son (also male)... there leaves a question in our understanding. Is there a feminine side of the Godhead? God purposely chooses explanations that contain gender principles, because the human race (and almost all living things), are gender based. We clearly understand gender issues and gender terminology; thus God uses them for spiritual clarity and understanding. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/UUcj7W19dzI

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 21/12/25 Noise can be a huge distraction and often blocks out reality. Loud noise can force our attention away from what we are doing or want to do, because it overwhelms our senses. In reality, some people cannot think or function properly when different parts of the noise spectrum are loudly present. 'White noise' is a term used to describe a constant sound that includes all frequencies. It helps people focus because it subdues distracting noises and brings peace and harmony to the listener. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/BkFSRbV0nIQ

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 14/12/25. The bible was firstly written as a book of knowledge, then of history and prophecy. It was never God's intention that the bible would be the sole source of all knowledge, but rather it was a foundations of principles which all knowledge could be built upon. God revealed ten laws in the Old Testament which would guarantee a happy and rewarding life for every person on the planet. These laws are absolute and not open for debate, nor for change. Out modern society has rejected all but 2-3 of these commandments. The following seven and a half testaments have been rejected by modern society (Exodus 20... no other God's, no graven images, not to speak vainly about God, keep the sabbath, honour your father and mother, no adultery, no coveting, no killing [unborn children]. Alternately, stealing, lying (false witness), and killing are still against the law, although abortion is accepted and lying is considered normal. 75% of all the essential knowledge is rejected and mocked by most modern societies. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/WwF9cGzocJU

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 07/12/25. Our church formed about 60 years ago during one of the early outpourings of the Holy Spirit in Australia. As time went by two distinct types of spirit filled groups formed. Some groups determined that believing or accepting Christ was New Testament salvation and that the anointing of the Holy Spirit was an optional extra. The others believed that the anointing of the Holy Spirit and water baptism was salvation and was evidenced by the prophesied sign of speaking in tongues (both groups adopted a large variety of beliefs, practices and prophetic understandings). Our church adopted the same belief that Peter spoke of on the day of Pentecost. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/s2SYVf00W9A

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 23/11/25. Most people around the world are completely ignorant of why they exist and what their purpose in life is... furthermore, they have no effective long term purposes. They have no solution to the reality of death. Many are offended by God or the truth he offers... despite the credible signs and evidence. The whole duty of man is actually a way of life that never fails.. the only weakness is us and the distractions that surround us. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/Rtwmx5vpT2o

When It Is Not The Sign You Want Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 16/11/25. The human race has a track record of only hearing the things they want to hear when God is talking to them. The bible is full of answered prayers and petitions that numerous people had rejected, because they are not the answers they wanted to hear. We need to be very careful that we don't slide into that situation ourselves. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/atxOeXrn_x8

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 19/10/25. God created humanity for a purpose. He provided everything that was good for us physically, emotionally and spiritually. Because we were created with a free will, he also provided directions and warnings that would protect us from natural and spiritual harm (Genesis 3:1-24). Most people do not consider that we are primarily spiritual beings... our bodies are only vehicles for our souls. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/c6pO4aGPGRQ

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 05/10/25. Forgiveness is the most vital of all practices we both accept and exercise as Christians. Every day of our loves we receive or generate offences of one type or another... mistakes are made, advantages are taken, feelings are hurt. Unless these are dealt with effectively, our lives become negative and our joy and performance falters. Forgiveness is the capacity to remain in harmony with ourselves, with each other and God. Forgiveness is difficult if we are not sure of what God is offering and expecting. Forgiveness is not about making excuses, nor is it about condoning bad behaviour... it is a pardon, where blame and judgement are not enforced. Effective repentance frees our lives and the lives of others from shortcomings which can trouble our conscience and limit our peace and happiness. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/OdbcViFI_wg

Delivered by Pastor Brad Smith 21/09/25. The following scriptures make a clear case for the church to promote the anointing of the Holy Spirit as its first and most urgent priority. Many today are being side tracked by the need to have 'spiritual experiences', while the bible is more interested in getting people filled with the Spirit of God. Jesus Christ died and was resurrected so that the human race could have access to the life-giving powers of God. Jesus himself could not begin his ministry till he had the Holy Spirit within him... the infilling power and authority of God. Scriptural References. Mar 16:15, Mar 16:19-20, Mar 3:28-29, 2The 2:10-15, 1Cor 7:20-24, 1Cor 1:4-8. A PDF copy of the talk notes is available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/articles/articles.jsp?category=9 A MP4 video is also available to view or download at: https://www.brf.org.au/videos/videos.jsp?category=2 And/Or A YouTube link to the uploaded video. https://youtu.be/Lm1b2dZNvcY