Chip Lunch

Jwanel shares her powerful story of how God brought her from a season of anxiety, burnout, and deep depression to a life filled with joy and peace.

She opens up about what it was like to lose her sense of purpose and struggle with negative thoughts — and how, in one transforming moment of prayer, she experienced freedom from the weight she’d been carrying.

As she reflects on her journey, Jwanel talks about learning to rest, let go of perfectionism, and trust God’s timing in every part of her life — including singleness, purpose, and identity. Her story is an honest and encouraging reminder that even in our darkest moments, God is near, and He can bring lasting hope and renewal.

We sit down with Gerald who shares his remarkable journey from Malaysia to Sydney, filled with culture, resilience, and surprising moments of kindness.

From discovering Vegemite and honey on buttered toast, to unforgettable encounters with strangers who showed compassion at McDonald’s and even concerned bikers checking on his daughter, these stories remind us that small acts of care can leave lasting impacts.

He also reflects on his studies, career twists, and how a chance phone call led him into IT sales—a role that brought both challenges and deep joy. Eventually, his love for Australia, sparked in part by Peter Allen’s “I Still Call Australia Home,” brought him and his family back to Sydney to start a new chapter.

We sit down to continue Megan's story, a school chaplain, climber, and social work student. She shares what it means to serve in a pastoral role in public schools, where one-on-one ministry is about care, listening, and support rather than preaching. She opens up about the challenges of carrying emotional burdens, the comfort she finds in prayer, and the privilege of pointing people to Christ—even indirectly.

Outside of chaplaincy, Megan finds joy and mental health benefits in climbing, music, and being part of a supportive community. We also hear about her training at Youthworks, her path into community services and social work, and her vision of working with kids, families, and mental health in the future.

In this episode of Chip Lunch, we sit down with Megan, a school chaplain, climber, and social work student. Megan shares what it means to serve in a pastoral role in public schools, where one-on-one ministry is about care, listening, and support rather than preaching. She opens up about the challenges of carrying emotional burdens, the comfort she finds in prayer, and the privilege of pointing people to Christ—even indirectly.

Outside of chaplaincy, Megan finds joy and mental health benefits in climbing, music, and being part of a supportive community. We also hear about her training at Youthworks, her path into community services and social work, and her vision of working with kids, families, and mental health in the future. Megan’s story highlights the importance of faith, perseverance, and community in navigating both ministry and personal growth.

Godfrey shares his incredible journey from becoming a Christian in the mid-90s to now leading ministry work across six African countries.

He reflects on the challenges of evangelism in the face of poverty, limited access to Bibles, and opposition from other religions and traditional customs. He also speaks about his family, the importance of prayer, and the deep sacrifices that come with ministry.

Through it all, he highlights the transforming power of the gospel, the urgent need for prayer and support, and the unity found in faith that transcends backgrounds and cultures.

We were privileged to sit down with Godfrey from Malawi, who shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an evangelist. 🌍

From growing up in a crowded home with limited food and water, to discovering faith in Christ and experiencing a life-changing transformation, Godfrey’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and unwavering faith. He opens up about:

- His early life in Malawi and the struggles of his family
- How he came to accept Christ and the impact it had on his heart
- His time in Bible college and the lessons that shaped his calling
- Becoming involved with Sowers International and training others in evangelism
- Leading and advising the Sowers program across six African countries

Alison continues her story with Joel and Brayden, sharing ten years as missionaries in Austria. From landing in minus 18-degree weather with two young kids to memorable language learning mishaps (like asking for a "home snake test"), she reflects on the challenges and joys of cross-cultural ministry. Alison shares how simple relationships - like Wednesday afternoon coffee visits - became seeds of gospel growth, watching local leaders rise up to lead the church they helped establish. Returning to Australia brought unexpected struggles as their third-culture kids wrestled with identity and belonging. Through pastoral ministry years to finding their place at Soul Revival, Alison's story encourages trusting God's timing through every season and embracing the unexpected journey He has planned.

Alison joins Joel and Brayden to share her journey from growing up in a Christian family to making her faith her own. Raised in the snowy town of Cooma with parents in ministry, she wrestled with identity and faith through high school before fully committing to Jesus at 17.

From eating hot chips out of a tank loaf to discovering friends who quietly went to church, Alison reflects on the everyday moments and challenges that shaped her. She also shares about ten years as a missionary in Austria — the joys, struggles, and lessons of serving overseas and raising three children in a different culture.

Returning to Australia brought fresh challenges, but also renewed passion for helping others grow in their faith. Alison’s story is an encouragement to embrace your unique journey with God and live it out with courage and community.

While on Soul Revival Church’s 2025 Week Away, Joel and Ethan sit down with guest speaker Lee Murray for a heartfelt conversation on church planting, sanctification, and spiritual formation.

Lee shares the motivation behind choosing sanctification as the conference theme, his personal reflections on holiness, and how his family has embraced the call to plant a new church on the southern Gold Coast with Liberty Church. This episode is packed with wisdom, authenticity, and practical insights for anyone exploring the Christian life, ministry, or mission.

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