Ahhh strongholds. One of those Christian words we hear all the time and use because it makes us sound super spiro: "I'm battling strongholds, guys"

In this episode of Pray & Tell, Annie shares how reading through 1 Samuel, and David fleeing from Saul and hiding in strongholds in the mountains, gave her a new understanding of spiritual strongholds in her life.

When we're talking about strongholds, we're talking about an entrenched pattern of thinking, believing or behaving that resists God's truth and gives sin a foothold in a person's life. It can often feel like no matter how hard you try, the grip is so strong.

It might look like:

• Chronic unbelief ("God won't help me")
• Fear and anxiety that dominates your life
• Bitterness and unforgiveness
• Pride and self-sufficiency
• Addiction and habitual sin
• Shame and condemnation that persist despite God's promise of forgiveness
• Idolatry - finding ultimate security, identity or worth in something other than God

And just like David hid in a physical stronghold to escape Saul, we can hide in spiritual strongholds. The difference is that David's strongholds protected him, while ungodly strongholds imprison us.

Our goal as Christians is to exchange false refuges for God - the ultimate stronghold, the best place of safety.

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It's been light years since we've sat down - just us - and shared.

In this Pray & Tell With Us segment, Mary shares the incredible highs and lows from the past year.

What began with the devastating news that her dad had just six months to live after a stage four cancer diagnosis quickly became a journey of holding two completely different realities at once - grief and joy.

In the middle of heartbreak, Mary discovered she was pregnant, navigating the tension of mourning what could be lost while preparing to welcome new life.

We've always said we want to be raw and honest, even if it's messy and this episode is super raw. Mary opens up about the emotional weight of motherhood and the chaos of trying to hold it all together. But woven through it all is the undeniable faithfulness of God!

Because this story isn't just a story of loss - it's a story of a miracle. From stage four to stage one, Mary's dad experienced a powerful recovery that shifted everything once again.

If you've ever found yourself caught between sorrow and hope, struggling to trust God in the unknown, or questioning whether you're doing enough - this episode will meet you right where you are.

We're learning that God isn't just in the breakthrough, but in every moment along the way.

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If there is one thing we LOVE talking about it's intimacy with God. Okay, there are actually a lot of things we love talking about but this is one we could talk about forever!! God is the best <3

In Part 2 of our ep with Nicole Riddle we explore what it means to truly know God beyond the routine and to hunger after His heart. Nicole shares the beautiful picture of asking God for a "heart transplant" - inviting Him to replace our hardened, wounded hearts with His own heart of compassion, purity and love.

This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that God's love is not earned or withheld. It is constant, pursuing and unconditional!

If you've ever longed to feel closer to God, to hear His voice more clearly, or to experience deeper spiritual renewal, this ep will encourage you to open your heart and let Him in.

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We're back for 2026, babycakes!

We can't wait to kick off this new season with our special guest - Nicole Riddle.

What happens when the lifestyle everyone wants still leaves you empty?

Nicole grew up surrounded by AFL culture, footy fame, and party scenes - but after her parents' divorce, she found herself chasing relief through relationships, partying and an eating disorder.

In this episode of Pray and Tell, Nicole tells the honest story of how her brother's transformation through faith cracked open her view of God, and how she wrestled between church and her old life until one moment forced a decision that changed everything.

This is a testimony about identity, surrender, and what happens when God asks for more than a lukewarm faith.

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This is Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Australian artist 360, following on from his incredible testimony of meeting Jesus and leaving his old life behind.

In this episode, we dive deeper into his walk with God - from how childhood faith turned into people-pleasing, to encountering the Holy Spirit in tangible ways and finding a new identity in Christ.

We also talk about purity, sex, and the world’s standards versus God’s design for relationships, exploring how true transformation renews not just your heart but your view of love and intimacy.

Join us as we unpack biblical truth for healthy relationships, resting in Christ instead of striving, and the freedom that comes when you no longer live for people’s opinions - but for God’s love alone.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with 360 (Matt Colwell) — one of Australia’s most influential hip-hop artists. From his early childhood, to the highs and pressures of fame, Matt opens up about his raw and real journey through addiction and the darkness that came with it.

But his story doesn’t end there. In one of the most moving parts of our conversation, Matt shares how he encountered Jesus and how faith completely transformed his life. This episode is a testimony of redemption, healing, and the hope found in Christ.

If you’ve ever struggled with identity, brokenness, or finding freedom, this one will truly speak to you.

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⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of drugs, addiction, and mental health.

Welcome to part 2 of our conversation with Pastor Zoe Fuimaono. We dive into the power and presence of the Holy Spirit and how He’s not just a concept, but tangible, real and life-changing. We talk about the New Age search for the supernatural and "tangible", and how the Holy Spirit is the true source of peace, power, and purpose that so many are craving.

Zoe shares what it’s been like planting a church from the ground up and the importance of surrendering everything to God.

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Join us with our special guest, Pastor Zoe Fuimaono from New Zealand, who vulnerably shares her powerful testimony of redemption and restoration.

Born into a broken home and surrounded by darkness —addiction, generational curses, abuse, and deep grief — Zoe’s story is one of impossible transformation.

What the enemy meant for harm, God used to birth a ministry that brings healing and hope to others.

⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode includes mentions of abortion, drug use, death, and sexual abuse. Please listen with care.

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In Part 2 of our chat with Joshua Eli, we go deeper - talking about revival in Australia, the resistance that often comes with it, and why we still believe it's coming.

We open up about the challenges of sharing faith-based content in today’s culture, where we see God taking us as Christian creators, and how He’s refining us through it all.

We ask Joshua what God is teaching him right now and to wrap it up, we nerd out over some wild Bible Easter eggs that will leave you in awe of God’s Word.

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We’re so excited to welcome our very first guest on Pray & Tell — Joshua Eli.

In this episode, we share part one of our incredible call with Josh. Here Josh shares his powerful testimony and how God led him to create content that glorifies Christ. He opens up about finding confidence in his calling, staying obedient in a digital world, and boldly sharing his faith online.

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