Words of Encouragement
Short, honest reflections from Chappy Peter and Chappy Christine — new Words of Encouragement posted regularly. Catch every one here or subscribe on YouTube.
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“More Than Just A Name On A List” (Word of Encouragement 27th September 2026)
Join the Chappies on their recent discovery of “Something Different” near an Australian Outback town, and be encouraged, inspired, and challenged about what...
1 August 2026
“Priority Number 1” (UPDATED) Word of Encouragement 1 August 2026
What is your “Priority No. 1” in life? Join the Chappies on a trip as they chat about the most important priority of all.
27 July 2026
Priority Number One
Is there a priority in life we may not be aware of?
22 March 2026
“Connected” - Word of Encouragement 23 March 26
Bridges have always been an important connection to sources beyond, just as Jesus Christ is a bridge to the source of life, wisdom, peace, and hope.
24 December 2025
“The Gift” Word of Encouragement 24 December 2025
The Outback people around Boulia got an early Christmas present this year. Join the Chappies to find out why.
22 September 2025
“In Your Season of Life” UPDATED (Word of Encouragement 23 September 2025)
Trust God that He is in control no matter which season you are in. We find our peace and hope in the sovereign God.
21 September 2025
“In Your Season of Life” (Word of Encouragement 22nd September 2025)
So glad that God is sovereign and in control and we can know peace and have hope for the future.
14 September 2025
“At the Table With the King (of Kings) Imagine” (Word of Encouragement 14 September 2025)
Everyone loves a party and there's one coming up not to be missed — acceptance into the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.
7 September 2025
“Are We There Yet?” (Word of Encouragement 7th September 2025)
Join the Chappies on their travels and be encouraged in your spirit.
1 September 2025
“Passing on the Legacy” (Word of Encouragement 1 September 2025)
It is great and desirable to leave a lasting legacy — values, faith, example, compassion, and self sacrifice for the next generation.
23 August 2025
“His Masterpiece” (Word of Encouragement 23 August 2025)
A Word of Encouragement from Chappy Peter and Chappy Christine.
17 August 2025
“Bloom Among the Wildflowers” - or anywhere else! (Word of Encouragement 17th August 2025)
Join the Chappies again today — you'll be glad you did.
10 August 2025
“High Places” (Word of Encouragement 10th August 2025)
It's always fun joining the Chappies. Come on, you'll love it!
3 August 2025
“A Special Bond” (Word of Encouragement 3 August 2025)
Find out about one of the legendary canine heroes of the Australian Outback with the Chappies.
27 July 2025
“Restored” (Word of Encouragement 27 July 2025)
Don't you just love the concept of restoration?
20 July 2025
“If Walls Could Hear” (Word of Encouragement 20th July 2025)
Thanks for joining the Chappies again today — it's always great fun. Challenging too, sometimes.
13 July 2025
“The Handshake” (Word of Encouragement 13 July 2025)
A handshake we all need to experience…..
6 July 2025
‘’Arresting Tales” (Word of Encouragement 6th July, 2025)
The Chappies check out a story about some “bad guys”.
29 June 2025
‘“On Your Feet” (Word of Encouragement 29 June 2025)
Thanks for joining the Chappies.
22 June 2025
“Be Aware But Don’t Let It Rattle You” (Word of Encouragement 22 June 2025)
Thank you for joining the Chappies again today.
15 June 2025
“Living the Dream” (Word of Encouragement 15 June 2025)
How many of us are “Living the Dream”?
8 June 2025
“The Road We Travel” (Word of Encouragement 8 June 2025)
Come with the Chappies?
1 June 2025
‘’Where Can I Run?” (Word of Encouragement Sunday June 1 2025)
It’s a troubled old world out there, and we can be troubled inside.
25 May 2025
“The Wind in our Sails” (Word of Encouragement 25th May 2025)
Join the Chappies with a glimpse into a unique art form (as well as what/who “Fills our Sails” on our journey of faith.
18 May 2025
“Fan or Follower?” (Word of Encouragement 18 May 2025)
Thanks again for your company.
11 May 2025
“To Be or Not to Be” & “To Go or Not to Go” (Word of Encouragement 11 May 2025
Special Guest - Tristen James (renowned & talented Elvis Look-Alike)
3 May 2025
“Handling the Giants in Our Lives” (Word of Encouragement 4th May 2025)
God helps us face our “Giants”
27 April 2025
“Look and Live” (Word of Encouragement 27 April 2025)
We look to the past to remember (ANZAC Day).
20 April 2025
“The Big Rescue” Word of Encouragement 20 April 2025. IMPROVED SOUND..
Thanks for joining the Chappies with one of their stories!!!!
19 April 2025
“The Big Rescue” (Word of Encouragement 20th April 2025)
A great story and reminder at Easter time!
22 February 2025
“Taking Leave” (Re - Words of Encouragement 22 February 2025)
Thanks to our viewers who have faithfully joined us over the years.
15 February 2025
“A New Creation - Cool!” (Word of Encouragement 16 February 2025)
The Chappies love having you join them!
8 February 2025
“A Noble Calling” (Word of Encouragement 9 February 2025)
Thanks for joining us today!
1 February 2025
2 February 2025
Good stuff, endurance.
25 January 2025
“Meet You Where” (Word of Encouragement 26 January 2025)
Thanks for joining us Chappies again!
18 January 2025
“Mountain-Top Experience” (Word of Encouragement 19 January 2025)
Climbed any mountains lately?
11 January 2025
“What To Do When Our Peace Is Cut Up” Word of Encouragement 12 January 2025
Join the Chappies for more fun and a challenge or two.
4 January 2025
“Contentment” (Word of Encouragement 5 January 2025)
Join the Chappies for a challenge for 2025 lol!
28 December 2024
“An Eternal Perspective”. (Word of Encouragement 29 December 2024)
Join the Chappies in the 2025 challenge for a “ joyful pursuit of God and his righteousness as our treasure.” Happy New year everyone!
21 December 2024
“The Light Has Come” (Hooray!) (Word of Encouragement 22 December 2024)
Join the Chappies celebrating Christmas.
14 December 2024
“Surprise!” Word of Encouragement 15th December 2024
Greetings to all.
8 December 2024
“Fill Your Shoes!” (Word of Encouragement Sunday 8 December 2024)
How about joining the Chappies this week and “travel” with them.
30 November 2024
“No Record Found” (Word of Encouragement 30 November 2024)
CLICK on the link below to join the Chappies this week!
22 November 2024
Back soon! Blessings, everyone.
Back soon!
16 November 2024
“Not Afraid Thanks to My Guiding Light” (Word of Encouragement 17 November 24)
Thanks for joining us again today for some words of comfort and reassurance.
9 November 2024
“Facing A Certain Future” (Word of Encouragement 10th November 2024)
Each week is a mystery, it seems.
2 November 2024
“Lost & Found” (Word of Encouragement 3 November 2024)
An exciting narrative!
26 October 2024
“The Many Chapters of Our Lives” - One is very Special! “Word of Encouragement” 27 October 2024
Come and join the Chappies.
20 October 2024
“Mystery Destination” IMPROVED SOUND ! (Word of Encouragement 20th Oct 2024)
Join the Chappies for another adventure.
19 October 2024
Mystery Destination (Word of Encouragement 20th October 24)
Join the Chappies on another adventure…..
12 October 2024
“Thoroughly Equipped” (Word of Encouragement 13th October 2024)
The sequel to last week’s Word of Encouragement.
5 October 2024
“Good-bye Old Friend” (Word of Encouragement) 5th October 2024
As you join the Chappies in saying good-bye to an old ‘friend’, it’s good to be reassured of God’s goodness to us all and his provision in ways, circumstance...
4 August 2024
Words of Encouragement.
We will see you all in a few weeks….
22 June 2024
“Our Emptiness Filled” (Word of Encouragement Sunday 23 June 2024)
A problem solved.
15 June 2024
“A legend & Challenge” (Word of Encouragement Sunday 18th June 2024)
Meet a legend as you accompany the Chappies, and be challenged!
8 June 2024
“What is your Story?” (Word of Encouragement 9th June 2024)
Join the Chappies on another adventure as they travel to distant places.
1 June 2024
“Celebrating Great Moments” (Word of Encouragement 2 June 2024)
The Chappies invite you to join them again in meeting the first Aboriginal man to win a gold medal at a Commonwealth Games!
26 May 2024
“The Lifeline” (Word of Encouragement 26 May 2024)
Join the Chappies for another adventure.
18 May 2024
The Signs of the Times (Word of Encouragement 19 May 2024)
Thanks for your company again this week!
11 May 2024
“Would You Believe It?” (Word of Encouragement 12 May 2024)
Bunyips… Do they exist?
4 May 2024
“No Record Found” (Word of Encouragement Sunday 5th May 2024)
Come and join the Chappies for another adventure!
30 March 2024
“A Way Provided” - Easter Message (Word of Encouragement 31 March 2024)
Discover a unique camping spot and be reminded of the true meaning of Easter!
16 March 2024
“Note the Signs” (Word of Encouragement 17 March 2023)
Join the Chappies on their travels today and be reminded to look for “the signs” and be ready!
9 March 2024
More Than Conquerors (Word of Encouragement 10th March 24)
Join the Chappies for some action and be encouraged to “soldier on”!
2 March 2024
“Finding Refuge” (Word of Encouragement 3 March 2024)
It’s great to find a good place of refuge.
24 February 2024
“Better than Riches” (Word of Encouragement 25th Feb 2024)
What is better than riches?
17 February 2024
Be Challenged To Run The Race (Word of Encouragement 18th Feb 2024)
More fun with the Chappies!
10 February 2024
“Home of the Meat Ants” (Word of Encouragement 11th Feb 2024)
Join the Chappies for another interesting experience!
3 February 2024
“Well Done, Old Mate!” (Word of Encouragement 4th Feb 2024)
The Chappies are hoping you are using your gifts and talents!
28 January 2024
“God Knows Where To Find You and Me” (Word of Encouragement 28th Jan 2024)
Join the Chappies on another adventure!
27 January 2024
“God Knows Where To Find You and Me” (Word of Encouragement 28th Jan 2024)
Join the Chappies for another adventure!
20 January 2024
“Our Friend” (Word of Encouragement 21st January 2024)
This is for the pet lovers especially this week!
14 January 2024
“Seek the Truth” (Word of Encouragement January 14th 2024)
Join with the Chappies in following some early settlers to a false paradise after they were scammed!
6 January 2024
“Is Your House In Order”
Join the Chappies for a fun time and a challenge for 2024!
30 December 2023
“Who’s In Control?” (Word of Encouragement 31 December 2023)
Join the Chappies for some fun and a challenge for 2024.
23 December 2023
“Looking Back” (Word of Encouragement 24 December 2023)
A short message from the Chappies as most folks will have full schedules.
16 December 2023
“The New Car” or “The Gift” (Word of Encouragement 17 December 2023)
Have fun with the Chappies this week!
9 December 2023
Known and Loved (Word of Encouragement 10 December 23)
Join the Chappies shopping for something unique from a unique remote Outback town.
2 December 2023
“Shining in a Sunburnt Country” (Word of Encouragement 3rd December 2023)
Join the Chappies in discovering some poetry in an unusual but prominent place……
26 November 2023
“When Opportunity Knocks” (Word of Encouragement 26th November)
Our character (one of the heroes in today’s videoclip) seized an opportunity to see and encounter someone special…Join us for a smile and words of encouragem...
18 November 2023
“Our Hiding Place” (Word of Encouragement 19th November 2023)
Thank the Lord we have a hiding place when we go through the “dark tunnels” of life!
11 November 2023
“Be Inspired To Reach Out” (for the hand of Jesus). Word of Encouragement 12th November 2023
A visit to the Slim Dusty Centre in Kempsey, New South Wales, proved worthwhile.
4 November 2023
“A Place for You and Me” (Word of Encouragement 5th November 2023)
The Chappies are still having a break (interstate) but this post has been “in the pipeline” anyway!
7 October 2023
“Only One Thing Is Necessary” (Word of Encouragement 8th October 2023)
Step back in time with the Chappies and be reminded that only “One Thing is Necessary”!
30 September 2023
“There’s No Doubt About It” (Word of Encouragement 1st October 2023)
Please join the Chappies again on their adventures, as they talk about an historic event and the devastating consequences of an historical event on a simila...
23 September 2023
“Peace in the Midst of Strife” Word of Encouragement 24th September 2023
Stay tuned to explore a mystery destination and learn a lesson or two from Job and Jesus about handling loss and bad times.
16 September 2023
“Satisfied And Still Climbing” (Word of Encouragement 17 September 2023
Come with the Chappies to an historic town and have some fun with them with a collector called Brian who has accumulated many treasures.
9 September 2023
“You’d Better Look Out” (Word of Encouragement 10 September 2023
Come with us for a quick trip to a local national park.
3 September 2023
“The Revisit” (Trailer)
This is a bit we left out of our Word of Encouragement this week.
2 September 2023
“The Revisit” (Word of Encouragement 3 September 2023)
Come with the Chappies on another adventure in the Australian Outback.
26 August 2023
“The Bucket List” (Word of Encouragement 27 August 2023)
We desire to enhance our lives with wish lists or bucket lists and hope that fulfilling these will bring total contentment.
19 August 2023
“Down In The Valley” (Word of Encouragement 20th August 2023)
Join the Chappies today on a bushwalk to the bottom of Porcupine Gorge in Outback Queensland.
13 August 2023
“A Big Difference” (Word of Encouragement 13th August 2023)
“Seeing the light” is a marvellous thing, as it is with understanding the call of Christianity on our lives.
5 August 2023
Blessed by Renewal (Word of Encouragement 6th August 2023)
Outback Australia uses Artesian Water from under the ground to bring life and renewal to arid outback areas.
29 July 2023
“Under New Management”
Join the Chappies for a visit to yet another remote town in the Australian Outback.
21 July 2023
“Real Character” (Word of Encouragement 23 July 2023)
Join the Chappies for a visit to a remote outback town made famous in the movies.
15 July 2023
“A Very Good Brand” (Word of Encouragement 16th July 2023
Join the Chappies for coffee at a unique venue.
8 July 2023
“Take the Time to Consider How You Are Spending Your “Dash” (Word of Encouragement 9 July 2023)
Join the Chappies on a remote hilltop.
1 July 2023
“We’ve Got the Power” (Word of Encouragement 2 July 2023)
This week we look at several different power producing scenarios out west.
24 June 2023
“TWO WORDS!”
There are two words that should not be in our vocabulary!
17 June 2023
“Finding Peace” (Word of Encouragement 18th June 2023)
Isn’t peace often elusive!
10 June 2023
We’re Like That? Really?
Despite arid conditions, we still find them!
3 June 2023
A Purpose For Young and Old
Come with us as we visit another small town in outback Queensland in Australia.
27 May 2023
“Standing in the Gap” (Word of Encouragement 28th May 2023
An early morning cuppa in a secluded spot, a flooded river caution, a reminder that the way to God is through Jesus, and a lesson from a fellow called Nehemiah!
20 May 2023
The Greatest Story Ever Told (Word of Encouragement 21st May 2023)
Everyone loves a good story.
13 May 2023
MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL (Word of Encouragement May 14, 2023)
It;s great to know we have “Company” wherever we go.
6 May 2023
Choose The Best Leader (Word of Encouragement 7 May 2023)
This week a building project and choosing the best leader, Jesus!
29 April 2023
“The Christian Soldier”
Jesus calls all to follow him, to be like soldiers , Christian soldiers.
22 April 2023
“Living Water” Word of Encouragement 23 April 2023
Folks try all sorts of things to find meaning and purpose in life.
15 April 2023
Boulia Races 2023 (Word of Encouragement)
A day at the Boulia Races helps us understand our ‘race’ (the race of life) as each day brings us closer to our finish line.
8 April 2023
“Enjoy Freedom” Easter Word of Encouragement
Freedom comes at a cost.
1 April 2023
“Looking for a City” - (Word of Encouragement 2 April 2023)
It’s disappointing to look for a city and find it doesn’t exist any more.
25 March 2023
“Built According to Plan” Word of Encouragement 26th March
This week we visit an Outback town and look at various works of art on The Sculpture Trail.
18 March 2023
“Something Beautiful “Word of Encouragement” 19th March 2023
Visit a country town with us this week as we look at local artwork and consider the work being done on us and in us by our Lord, certainly the Master in Art...
11 March 2023
The Hall of Faith
We visit the Stockman’s Hall of Fame and see similarities between it and God’s Hall of Faith as shown to us in Hebrews 11 ( some differences too, of course)...
4 March 2023
Living Stones? (Word of Encouragement 5th March 2023)
We look at a unique building, in fact two unique buildings … The Interpretative Centre in an Outback town, and the “mystery” that is “the Church”.
25 February 2023
Follow the Guidelines (Word of Encouragement 25th February 2023)
Guidelines and boundaries exist for our daily physical lives, as do guidelines for our spiritual lives (the real us!) Following guidelines (and keeping withi...
22 February 2023
“Prepare to Repel Boarders” Word of Encouragement 19th February.
(This video has been modified from the original post to fix a sound problem.) Enjoy …..
11 February 2023
“THERE’S ALWAYS HOPE FOR SHIPWRECKED LIVES (WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT 12 FEBRUARY 2023)
We talk about some shipping tragedies and realise we are like boats - it’s not all plain sailing but there are shoals,and storms in our daily lives that have...
4 February 2023
Up Wild Horse Mountain (Word of Encouragement)
A break from the Outback to “greener pastures” or rather “greener forests”.
28 January 2023
“A Place Reserved For Me” (Word of Encouragement January 29, 2023)
It’s great to have a fantastic destination and have a reservation there!
21 January 2023
Make Prayer Your First Response NOT Your Last Resort!
It’s great to be able to communicate with God regarding our Over-Sized Problems!
14 January 2023
Where Do YOU Keep Your Treasure (Word of Encouragement 15 January 2023)
We are pretty good at hoarding and saving for ourselves.
7 January 2023
“Going Into Service” = Word of Encouragement 8th January 2023
There’s good work for us to do as we find our delight in God and what he wants and plans for us.
31 December 2022
“What Are You Waiting For?”
On our Boulia Outback Chapel Channel this week, we hope to engender a desire to visit distant places (why wait indeed?) We consider how we handle waiting and...
24 December 2022
“The Gift We All Really Needed” (Word of Encouragement 256th December 2022). Merry Christmas!
Reflecting on gifts and the greatest gift given by the greatest giver!
17 December 2022
The Inn Was Closed!
Come west with the Chappies and visit The Quamby Pub and feel some sympathy for Mary & Joseph.
10 December 2022
A Bush Farewell & A Cook’s Tour of a Remote Cattle & former Sheep Station
Join us for a brief service then a fascinating tour!
3 December 2022
Jesus Travelled That We Might Know Him
Travel with Chappy Peter to the small country town of Bedourie.
26 November 2022
‘A Great Likeness or Very Little Likeness?’ Word of Encouragement 27 November 2022
Christians share a family likeness.Enjoy some photos and be challenged to seek greater Christ-likeness in our lives…..
19 November 2022
Facing the Storms (of Life) Word of Encouragement 20th November 2022
“Storms” happen in our lives bringing grief, despondency, and discouragement.
12 November 2022
A Great Moon Points Us To A Great God. (Word of Encouragement 13 November 2022
Yes, we see God in Creation and give him “the credit” (glory).
5 November 2022
“A Road We All Should Take!” (Word of Encouragement 6 November 2022)
We travel to Mt Isa for the day and learn about the road between Mt Isa and Boulia.
30 October 2022
“Does God Care?” (Word of Encouragement 30th October 2022)
It’s great to be reminded about God’s care and learn about Brolgas!
22 October 2022
Reflections from a Changing Sunset
“Word of Encouragement 23 October 2022.
15 October 2022
From Mountain to Valley (Word of Encouragement 18th October 2022).
We talk about “Mountain Top” experiences and coping in “The Valleys” and we have a look at Big Red, near Birdsville.
8 October 2022
“Boulia Bike Sports” (Word of Encouragement 9th October 2022
A great event not to be missed.
1 October 2022
Company for breakfast, lunch, & tea!
Just imagine Jesus visiting and staying!
24 September 2022
Word of Encouragement 25th September 2022 “Hope Found in the Teachings of Jesus”
Reflections on her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and her example of Christian faith and hope.
17 September 2022
TASTE AND SEE
Cooking in the Outback can be different.
10 September 2022
Making A Home
Our Lord is making a home for all who follow him.
3 September 2022
Is It Okay To Have A Good Time?
It is great to know that our Creator desires us to enjoy a good life!
27 August 2022
27 August 2022
27 August 2022
20 August 2022
21 August 2022
21 August 2022
13 August 2022
FINDING AND ENJOYING YOUR SAFE PLACE [WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT 14 AUGUST 2022
It’s great to have a place of refuge.
6 August 2022
Never Lonely Despite Your Circumstances!
There is a place where Christians can go despite feeling lonely in the circumstances, but knowing deep within that our Lord is only a prayer away for comfort...
30 July 2022
Follow the Signs
God leads us as we depend on him.
24 July 2022
The Race of Your Life
It’s a comfort to know that when we realise we started badly, we can finish well.
23 July 2022
The Race of Your Life
A ride-on mower race at the Boulia Camel Races reminds us that despite a bad start, we can finish well!
17 July 2022
Done Any Sightseeing Lately?
Visiting historic buildings in Charters Towers has lessons, reminders and challenges for us on our journey of faith.
16 July 2022
Done Any Sightseeing Lately?
A visit to Charters Towers and its heritage listed buildings give us some reminders, comfort, and challenges for our faith journey.
4 July 2022
Channels of Blessing
We can share what God has given us to be a blessing to others.
19 June 2022
He Gave Us A Song…..
Banjo gave us “Waltzing Matilda”.
10 June 2022
Handling Life’s Difficult Situations
It’s part of life to encounter difficult situations and circumstances.
14 May 2022
From Old to New
It’s great to enjoy looking at aold things.
30 April 2022
Finding and Going God’s Way
As we recognise that God’s way is the right way, it is good to put into practice the promise “ Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your o...
23 April 2022
Anzac Day Boulia
God’s people often forgot God and his goodness.
20 February 2022
Have You Seen The Light?
Have You Seen The Light?
25 January 2022
A Work of Art
We are God’s Workmanship….
19 December 2021
The Big Rescue
The Big Rescue
27 November 2021
Are You On The Move?
Are you growing as a Christian….?
20 November 2021
Is Your Burden Heavy?
It’s great to know that we can bring our burdens to Jesus )and leave them there!)
13 November 2021
The River Brings Life
Just as the Burke River in Boulia brings life, Jesus, the one who promises that we need never be thirsty again, offers us life in all its fullness.
6 November 2021
One of the Family
Great to know we are children of God…..
16 October 2021
Paradise Awaits
“ The Man on the Middle Cross” Jesus) Said We Can Go There!
9 October 2021
How’s Your Vision Going
John Flynn had a great vision for the Outback.
2 October 2021
God’s Way Is Perfect
We don’t know the way forward but our Lord does.
25 September 2021
Keeping A Distance
Christians are in the world but not of it…..
18 September 2021
Celebrating 100 Years
We all have a lot to celebrate when it all comes down to it!
11 September 2021
No Worries Mate!
As Children of God’s Kingdom we don’t need to worry as we seek to put what he wants ahead of what we want!
4 September 2021
Following a Great Leader
Jesus, our Shepherd Leads Us Through All Of Life
29 August 2021
Working for the Big Boss
Whatever we do, we do it for God, looking for his approval, and his reward.
21 August 2021
Remember to Go To The Bank
It’s good to know we have what we need when we need it
14 August 2021
Understanding Grace
Talking around the fire……
8 August 2021
Off and Racing! Insights from Camel Racing & the Olympics
We are all in “The Race for Gold” … in fact a city made of gold !
17 July 2021
From Temporary To Eternal
Changing our temporary circumstances for permanent ones….
10 July 2021
Lord of Creation and Lord of My Life
Visit our Online Art Gallery on this videoclip….
4 July 2021
As Low As You Can Get But Wait There’s Hope
A BBQ, a son who made a mess of his life, and pig racing!
1 July 2021
On the Move
All of us folks are “On the Move”.