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What an incredible year it’s been! In this special episode, I’m looking back on the highlights of 2024, sharing some behind-the-scenes stories, and answering your listener questions. From favourite episodes to epic mishaps, and “Lord moments,” this one’s packed with gratitude and reflection.

Plus, I’ll take you behind the scenes on our episode with Rosanna Overcomer and at The Send NZ, chat about the live New Testament reading, and share a BIG announcement about what’s coming next for the podcast in 2025. You won’t want to miss it! Let’s celebrate the journey together. 🫶🎧

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0:00 - Intro: Let’s dive in!
0:15 - Welcome to this special recap episode
1:35 - A special blessing from Inspirational Media 
3:28 - Reflecting on the highlights and challenges of 2024
5:22 - Listener Q&A: Do I get nervous interviewing guests?
6:54 - Behind the scenes: My episode with Rosanna Overcomer
8:53 - Listener Q&A: My favourite episode so far
9:30 - Listener Q&A: What do I think when I look back on old episodes?
11:10 - Listener Q&A: Will Bible study episodes make a comeback?
12:47 - Behind the scenes at The Send NZ
17:16 - Listener Q&A: Thoughts on the live New Testament reading?
20:50 - Listener Q&A: What was it like being on Life FM?
21:53 - Strange coincidences
24:33 - Celebrating our chart-topping success in 2024 
26:53 - Listener Q&A: Will men ever feature on the podcast?
27:32 - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Don’t miss this! 🚨
28:06 - Listener Q&A: What’s the worst thing that’s ever gone wrong?
29:30 - Listener Q&A: What’s the best thing—the ultimate “Lord moment”?

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Join me as I sit down with Sarah Green, host of 'In the Dust' podcast. In this episode, we dive into the heart of the Salvation Army—its history, roles, and the process of becoming an solider or officer. Sarah shares insights into her experience with the organization, addressing common questions like, "Is the Salvation Army a cult?" and exploring the deeper purpose behind its mission.

We then transition into an intimate discussion about Sarah’s personal journey of loss, grief, and healing after losing her dad to cancer. Sarah opens up about finding out about the diagnosis, being there when he passed on her wedding anniversary and offers heartfelt advice for anyone grappling with the loss of a loved one.

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0:00 - Coming up
1:01 - Intro
1:36 - Welcome Sarah Green
1:58 - About In the Dust Podcast
3:06 - About Sarah
4:24 - What is the Salvation Army?
9:58 - What’s up with the Salvation Army uniform?
12:16 - The process of becoming a Salvation Army Officer
13:10 - What is a Soldier in the Salvation Army?
15:51 - The role of an Officer in the Salvation Army
17:38 - Being given orders on where to serve in the Salvation Army
25:01 - Does help come with the "string" of the gospel?
27:01 - Is the Salvation Army a cult?
28:50 - Sarah's final thoughts on the Salvation Army
29:18 - Sarah talks about losing her dad to cancer
31:28 - Finding out about the cancer diagnosis
37:51 - Being there when her dad passed away
44:20 - "Comparison is the thief of joy, but it's also the comfort for now. Gratefulness is the key."
45:26 - Sarah's mum remarried
47:47 - Sarah's advice for those losing a significant person in their lives
52:15 - What to expect from In the Dust Podcast
55:01 - How Sarah lives her faith outside of Sunday

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This week, Christa takes you to The Send New Zealand, where she interviewed three incredible women on the ground, capturing their passion for Jesus and passion for living our faith every day:

Introducing Soko, a pastor’s kid from Auckland Soko shares her unique perspective on embracing her  'P.K.' role as a calling and the importance of staying rooted in the Holy Spirit and Scripture.

Next up, Sarah introduces The Living Rooms, a home church movement based in Tauranga inspired by Scripture, and talks about nurturing deeper connections within the body of Christ.

Last but not least, Asha shares her heart for missions, her passion for living in continual prayer and communion with God and overcoming her fears with the Lord. If you would like to support Asha as she fundraises to go to YWAM click here.

These spontaneous and heartfelt conversations from The Send will leave you inspired to step out boldly in your own faith journey. Don’t miss it!

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0:00 - Coming up
0:55 - Intro
1:22 - Soko shares why she attended 'The Send'
3:20 - Viewing the title of 'Pastor's Kid' as a divine calling
5:03 - Embracing boldness in stepping out in faith
6:24 - Soko on staying connected to the Holy Spirit and Scripture
9:26 - Meet Sarah and explore 'The Living Rooms' home church concept
11:59 - Rethinking traditional church practices
14:26 - Pros and cons of gathering in homes
16:28 - The key focus for the NZ body of Christ
18:31 - Sarah's insights on nurturing faith in family life
22:13 - Introducing Asha and her passion for missions
23:45 - The significance of Christian missions
26:40 - The blessing of a Christian upbringing
28:50 - Living every moment in prayer and God’s presence
34:11 - Overcoming anxiety by walking in the Spirit

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In this week’s episode we are diving into the intricate dynamics of faith and marriage, with practical wisdom from Team and Personal Mentor Cora Dawson of Restoring Connections. We begin the episode with Cora reflecting on growing up in France and how her faith has evolved over nearly three decades, sharing the contrast between the passion of fresh belief and the endurance required for a long walk with Christ.

In the second half of the episode we get to sit in on what feels like a personal coaching session with Cora, as she draws from her expertise to guide us through how to approach sensitive topics—like pornography addiction—with grace and love. Her gift for communication shines through the whole episode as she shares practical, empowering advice to help listeners navigate tough conversations, while maintaining and building connection in our relationships.

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0:00 - Coming up
1:00 - Intro
8:58 - Growing up in France and the beginning of a faith journey
15:28 - Exploring the contrast between fresh faith and 29 years of walking with Christ
18:43 - Parallels between a relationship with God and married life
19:13 - Cora shares how she met Matt
22:58 - Facing challenges and conflicts in married life
24:50 - Learning the meaning of tested love
25:40 - Practical advice on how to navigate hard conversations
27:15 - Has pornography ever been an issue in your marriage?
30:22 - Discussing sexuality: Is it a need or a gift?
36:10 - Understanding Job 31 and its relevance for men today
36:51 - God's introduction of Eve to Adam
38:30 - Coping with difficult seasons in marriage and tips for discussing sensitive topics like pornography
44:12 - Preparing your heart and mind for challenging conversations
50:58 - Choosing the right time to have a serious discussion
57:50 - Differentiating between communication and manipulation in relationships
59:15 - What to do if past conversations haven’t worked: Setting healthy boundaries
1:03:50 - Learning to love even when you’re hurt
1:10:50 - Finding follow-up support after tough discussions
1:14:04 - How a personal relationship with the Lord strengthens a marriage
1:17:30 - How Cora lives her faith outside of Sunday

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In this episode, we sit down with Amelia, a wonderful doctor and woman of great faith, whose journey spans continents and brings light to some of life’s most challenging situations. From her decision to pursue medicine to her work supporting frontline healthcare workers during COVID in South Africa, Amelia’s story is one of love for, and submission to, Christ. 

Amelia opens up about her shocking stomach cancer diagnosis, describing the miraculous moments she's experienced along the way. She reflects on the emotional and physical struggles of facing a terminal illness and the strength she’s drawn from her family. Through it all, Amelia reveals how she continues to find life-giving hope and joy in her relationship with Jesus, reminding us to keep our eyes on Him no matter the storm.

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0:00 – Sneak Peek
0:55 – Introduction
1:05 – Context for this episode
2:09 – Meet Amelia
2:42 – Why Medicine?
3:00 – Journey to New Zealand
4:45 – Supporting Nurses and Doctors in South Africa During COVID
7:58 – Amelia's Faith Journey
10:30 – Personal Spiritual Growth Habits
13:35 – Facing a Stomach Cancer Diagnosis
19:45 – Experiencing Miracles
31:15 – Coping with Cancer’s Physical Challenges
33:39 – Sources of Support During Illness
36:51 – Considering Returning to South Africa
39:10 – How Amelia’s Family is Handling the Prognosis
43:55 – Navigating Tension as a Christian Doctor
45:20 – Processing Life and Mortality
50:14 – Life-Giving Sources in This Season
52:17 – Final Thoughts: Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

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In part 2 of our chat, Katie shares about the challenges of COVID-19 in Papua New Guinea and her daughter’s serious arm injury that led them back to New Zealand for surgery. Katie reflects on what stayed with her most about their mission work and the unexpected lessons learned.

Katie also dives into her journey of homeschooling—why she chose it, the ups and downs, and some advice for those considering it. And as always, we ask Katie about how she lives her faith outside of Sunday. I know this episode will encourage and bless you.

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0:00 – Previously 
0:23 – Intro
0:40 – The Impact of COVID-19 on Life in Papua New Guinea
3:00 – A Mother's Ordeal: Katie’s Daughter’s Serious Arm Injury 
7:20 – The Decision to Return to New Zealand for Treatment 
10:42 – Quarantine and Arrival at Starship Hospital 
13:00 – The Refining Trial of Suffering: “Worth More Than Gold” 
16:43 – Reflections: The Most Profound Takeaways from Papua New Guinea
20:15 – Katie’s Personal Drive for Homeschooling Her Children 
24:12 – Extending Grace to Both Homeschoolers and Non-Homeschoolers
25:24 – Challenges and Drawbacks of Homeschooling 
28:06 – The Most Rewarding Aspects of Homeschooling 
30:26 – Book Recommendations for Parents  
33:00 – Practical Advice for Those Considering Homeschooling 
35:41 – Advice for Families Entering the Mission Field 
37:31 – Katie’s Preferred Homeschool Curriculum 
39:40 – Living Out Faith Beyond Sunday: Katie’s Perspective

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In this episode, Katie opens up about her life as a missionary in Papua New Guinea, sharing the gritty reality of serving on the mission field. With a humble heart and wisdom rooted in Biblical truth, she speaks openly about the brutal challenges locals face—having no way to defend themselves, no justice, subject to witchdoctors, and spiritual fear—as well as the challenges missionaries encounter just to reach these isolated tribes. Katie’s missionary journey, which began at just 16, has tried her faith and refined her like gold.

You’ll be shocked, challenged, and encouraged by Katie’s missionary testimony, resilience and her faith in Christ. This episode isn’t just about hearing Katie’s experiences, but an opportunity to be moved to prayer for the missionaries who work tirelessly to bring hope where it's needed most.

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0:00 - Sneak Peek: What’s Ahead in Today’s Episode
0:35 - Host Introduction
0:49 - Meet Katie: Missionary, Wife, and Mother of Four
2:01 - Beginnings: Katie’s Missionary Calling at 16
7:11 - Life at the Hub: Katie and Her Husband’s Roles in Missionary Work
8:33 - Reaching the Unreached: Bringing Hope to Isolated Tribes
9:10 - The Missionary Reality: Confronting Abuse, Disease, and Witchcraft
13:01 - Tribal Beliefs: Creation Stories and Cultural Insights
14:35 - Supporting Each Other: Being a Missionary Wife
16:42 - Language Barriers and Rugged Landscapes
21:31 - Safety First: Navigating Risks for Locals and Missionaries
25:29 - Facing Challenges: Countering False Teachings
27:45 - Nurturing New Churches: Building a Strong Foundation
30:30 - News from Home: The Joy of Receiving Post from New Zealand
31:45 - Missionary Life with Kids: Managing a Family of Six on the Base
35:40 - Coping Mechanisms: Staying Resilient on the Field
42:33 - Next Week’s Preview: What’s Coming Up

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In this episode, we are sitting down with Sam Winders (also known as Sam Sinclair), a professional netball player who spent 11 years in the sport and reached the peak of representing New Zealand as a Silver Fern. Sam reflects on her journey from a determined young athlete with a passion for netball to competing at the highest level. She shares insights on the competitive nature of professional sports and the commitment it took to reach the top.

Sam also opens up about her Christian faith and how it has influenced her career. She discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing her identity as both a top athlete and a follower of Jesus. Sam reveals how her faith has changed over the years, how she navigated the expectations placed on her as an athlete in the spotlight, and the importance of keeping Christ at the centre of her life. With advice for aspiring Christian athletes, Sam encourages others to live their faith boldly, both on and off the court.

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0:00 - Coming up
0:49 - Intro
1:03 - Technical difficulties
2:57 - Welcome Sam Winders
3:50 - About Sam Winders (Sam Sinclair)
6:55 - When are you too old to play professional netball?
7:46 - Were you always passionate about netball?
10:59 - Reflecting on the competitive nature
12:24 - Moving into professional netball
16:00 - Becoming a Silver Fern
17:50 - Injuries?
19:20 - Where did your determination in sport come from?
20:30 - Highlight from Sam's netball career
22:29 - How did/do you navigate your platform as a professional athlete?
26:05 - How did your faith impact your sports career?
31:54 - How did you come to follow Jesus?
34:10 - Balancing faith as number 1 in life rather than netball
35:20 - Did being a Christian ever cost you during your time in professional sport?
36:30 - You can't help but stand out when you are living your life for Jesus
39:50 - Comparing Sam's faith from when she was in Uni, to now
42:00 - How are you living your faith outside of Sunday?
44:34 - The responsibility of representing Christ
46:10 - The expectations of others when you are a Christian professional athlete 
46:55 - If you could do any other sport than netball what would it be?
48:00 - Advice for Christians in professional sports

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In this episode, Christa (Outside of Sunday Podcast) and Julie (from Whispers of Grace Podcast) dive into a range of important topics, starting with a reflection on our recent episodes with Victoria Sinis "OnlyFans Marketer Finds Christ." We talk about the unique challenges kids are facing today and swap stories about our first encounters with inappropriate content.

We cover tips for having those tough conversations with your kids, including 'the talk' and how to respond if your child makes decisions that don’t align with our Christian values - responding with grace when a child sins.

Towards the end of our chat we discuss the importance of fasting, how to "die to your flesh," and reflect on the good works that God has prepared for each of us. Throughout, it all comes back to embracing the heart of Christ in every situation.

If you are struggling with p*rnography please check out 'The Conqueror Series' and if you would like to start preparing your children to avoid p*rnography check out 'Good Pictures Bad Pictures'.

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0:00 - Coming up 
1:05 - Welcome
1:18 - Reflecting on 'OnlyFans Marketer Finds Christ'
2:25 - The challenges our kids are facing
3:47 - Swapping 'first time seeing p*rnography' stories
6:18 - God made s*xuality and it is good
8:45 - How to react when your child views p*rn
10:35 - Having 'the talk' with your child
- How would you react to your child having a baby outside of marriage?
18:00 - Responding like Christ to a child who has sinned
19:14 - If you are struggling with p*rnography addiction
22:30 - The consumerization of women
25:17 - Why should Christians fast?
28:51 - How do I "die to my flesh"?
32:43 - It comes back to the heart of Christ
34:00 - What are the good works God has planned for me?

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In part 2 of our chat with Victoria Sinis, we hear how the Lord worked miraculously in her life and opened her eyes to the reality of OnlyFans. Victoria takes us through her experience of walking into church and being confronted with a message about the dangers of OnlyFans and our over-s*xualised culture.

Victoria dives into the escalating demands of explicit content creation and the false sense of control that often traps people on the platform. She has some invaluable advice for parents and advice for girls who are navigating today's pressures. You'll also hear her answer some questions from our Instagram community and learn how Victoria is living her faith outside of Sunday.

This episode is packed with raw honesty, hope, and encouragement—don’t miss it!

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0:00 - Previously
0:26 - Intro
0:42 - The Lord working miraculously in Victoria's life
1:49 - Victoria's eyes are opened to the reality of OnlyFans
4:54 - Victoria goes to Church and gives her life to Christ
8:09 - Why is OnlyFans not good for humanity?
16:38 - The difference between 'hotness' and 'beauty' 
17:33 - The escalation of the content on OnlyFans
18:30 - The illusion of control with OnlyFans
23:27 - The reason girls start selling explicit content on OnlyFans 
29:38 - The decision to finally leave her work at the OnlyFans Agency
29:29 - The joy of surrendering everything for Jesus 
33:48 - Advice for parents 
37:01 - The feedback from Victoria's talks in High Schools
38:20 - What to say when someone asks you to send 'nudes'
43:00 - Questions from Instagram ('How much money?' & 'What age was the youngest girl represented?')
44:50 - How is Victoria living her faith outside of Sunday?
49:20 - Coming up next week

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