Chip Lunch

In part two of our powerful and wide-ranging conversation with Scott, we explore how faith in Jesus shapes leadership, the realities of military life, lessons from parenthood, and what it means to have moral courage in the face of adversity. We also hear what it's like to fly helicopters on peacekeeping missions and in war zones from Bougainville and East Timor to Afghanistan and Iraq. Scott's story is one of conviction, sacrifice, and spiritual grounding.

📌 Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Faith and Leadership
02:10 – Napoleon’s Quote on Jesus
03:25 – How Faith Shaped Army Leadership
11:40 – Becoming a Military Pilot: Training & Deployment
14:21 – Helicopter Combat Training Journey
17:43 – Deployment: Iraq and Other Locations
21:28 – Challenges of the Military Lifestyle
24:47 – The Strain on Relationships and Marriage
28:31 – Lessons from Parenthood and God’s Love
32:45 – Perceptions of Military Members
36:54 – Moral vs Physical Courage (General Slim Quote)
39:00 – Combat Experience: Terror and Moral Choices
43:10 – Anecdote: The Convoy Escort Mission
43:43 – Camaraderie and Protection in Combat
44:13 – Understanding Danger and Perspective
53:56 – Moral Conviction in Daily Life
55:49 – Keeping Records and Defending Truth
57:12 – Remembering Sacrifice and Standing Against Evil
01:05:06 – Church Community and Connection
01:06:26 – Friendship and Mission at Kronala
01:09:22 – Reflection: Staying Grounded in Faith

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In this heartfelt episode of Chip Lunch, we chat with Chloe about her journey through faith, love, and life’s unexpected turns. Chloe shares how she met her husband Jamie while running the church live stream, their growing friendship, and how it later grew into them eventually getting married in 2024.

We hear what lead them Soul Revival Church — quite literally, after hearing the music from a nearby balcony! She also opens up about the comfort and strength she found in Jesus, during the aftermate of Jamie's recent life-threatening car accident that resulted in serious injuries and a miraculous recovery.

This episode is a powerful reminder of God’s presence in both ordinary moments and life-altering trials. We also talk about the role of Christian community, the slow and steady walk of faith, and why following Jesus means more than just showing up on Sundays.

In this episode, Chloe shares candid reflections on her early life, school experiences, and journey of faith. We kick off with her hot chip preferences and her disinterest in high school maths. She then opens up about feeling left out at church during her younger years, but a mission trip to Vanuatu in Year 10 marks a turning point, deepening her faith and reshaping her outlook. Growing up in a Christian household and attending a Christian school laid the groundwork, but it wasn’t until she felt truly included and challenged that her beliefs became personal and significant.

Chloe also talks about her rebellious school years, shifting priorities after graduation, and how a gap year spent helping her church with live streams sparked her interest in production and deepened her involvement in the church community. Now working in PR and navigating early career challenges, she reflects on her sheltered schooling, surprising experiences at university, and the openness of young people to talk about life and faith.

From a powerful experience at a Billy Graham crusade in the 70s to a challenging career in the construction industry where he strived to live out his faith, Craig shares his journey of navigating life's ups and downs. Discover how finding a local church community enriched his life and strengthened his Christian walk.

Craig also opens up about a serious health scare that served as a wake-up call, leading him to re-evaluate his priorities and find new purpose in serving others at including serving with the Salvation Army. He reflects on how God has been working in his life, even when he wasn't aware, and how fatherhood highlighted his relationship with God. This episode is a testament to God's constant presence and growth in our lives.

In this episode, we welcome Craig for a wide-ranging chat that kicks off with the evolving world of board games — from the rising popularity of titles like Splendor to the social connections that come from gaming with friends.

We also dive into Craig’s story: from BMX biking in leafy Chatswood and growing up in a conservative Brethren church, to chasing a high-paced career in trading before discovering deeper fulfilment. Along the way, we talk about hot chips vs. wedges (Craig has strong opinions!), and how his relationship with his now-wife Robin helped shape his journey.

0:00 Intro
2:40 How do you like your hot chips?
6:50 How did you become a Christian?
7:48 Brethren Church
26:15 Intentional with my kids
30:00 After School

In part two of Mary's Chip Lunch, we sit down with Mary to hear her incredible journey—from childhood dreams of becoming a Hong Kong movie star and pop sensation to the unexpected paths God led her down. She shares her experiences navigating marriage and family life, the joys and challenges along the way, and how she ultimately found herself as part of the Soul Revival church plant at Ryde—where she now couldn’t imagine being anywhere else.

In this episode of Chip Lunch, Mary joins Brayden and Joel as they kick things off with a lighthearted chat about their favourite accents, before we hear about Mary's journey—both literal and spiritual.

She recounts her move from Hong Kong to New Zealand and then to Australia, navigating cultural shifts, school life, and faith. She opens up about her Christian journey, from childhood church experiences to defining moments at youth camps that deepened her faith.

Mary also discusses her career shift from Occupational Therapy to ministry, her passion for serving, and her aspirations to become a missionary in China. Along the way, she shares insights into marriage, ministry, and how faith continues to shape her path.

0:00 Intro
3:10 How do you like your hot chips?
6:50 How did you become a Christian?

Michael returns after a short break to continue his story. We start with a reading from The Boy Biggles, much to Joel's excitement and then hear about family, leadership, becoming head of the FCC and much more...

We continue to hear how Jesus has worked in Jeremy's life. He sums up being a Christian nicely with the phrase "Just make it really obvious"