The GoodCast

Jessica Le Clerc is described as a “narrative impressionist realist” which I think is artistic jargon for a ridiculously talented artist and human. The fascinating thing about Jess, is that she is completely self-taught. Art to her is deeply spiritual and confronting.

Jess caught up with me to talk about the power of imagination and the need for us to continually awake ourselves to this. Jess teaches art and imagination and has found the process of 'waking up' to bring about healing and restoration within countless lives. This episode is not to be missed.

Check out more from Jessica here : https://www.jess.art/

Grace. It’s more than just a word. It's more than a theory or a concept. I saw grace in such a powerful and tangible way recently while I was visiting Jarrod McKenna in Perth.

Jarrod is a friend, pastor, non-violent activist, father, and prolific speaker. He has spoken in many different environments ranging from churches to music festivals (including Splendour in the Grass). He is the founder of First Home Project in Perth and currently lives there with refugees in Perth. Jarrod also works internationally as an activist trainer, particularly in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

It was an absolute privilege to have him share with great vulnerability during this episode. He is a man who is so in love with Jesus and truly believes that healing will come to humanity and that it will come through our love for our neighbour, whomever that might be. 

Tara, is a qualified social worker who somehow found herself Senior Pastor of Cornerstone church in Perth. In this conversation, we talk about some of the challenges she has faced as she has led in a Senior Pastor role along with her own journey of spiritual formation.

She is also a student of theology, wife to Western Australian police officer and mum to many including two recent additions through foster care. Tara is passionate about social justice, community and being a follower of Jesus. Tara enjoys life, learning, not acting her age and the occasional twitter debate.

Check out her blog here : pstarainperth.wordpress.com/

Iain joins The GoodCast to talk about the sacredness of work, creation, the fall and so much else. He is an excellent human who has given his life to studying the scripture and in this episode he reframes the creation account from an ancient near eastern perspective and completely rethinks life and everything else...

There is so much goodness to hear in this episode. He has written prolifically on the Bible and specialises in the Old Testament including his most recent book, 'Seriously Dangerous Religion: What the Old Testament Says and Why it Matters'. He has a unique ability to embed the Biblical account into a rich context. Iain is the Marshall Sheppard Professor of Biblical Studies at Regent College in Canada and has been lecturing there for the past 20 years.

For more information feel free to email him or check out more from him at Regent College.

Hayley Jenkin is the founder and creative director of Wholehearted Studio. She is an incredibly creative and talented young lady who specialises in styling and photography for wholehearted brands and interiors. 

She has faced and overcome many challenges as she finds a balance in directing her own company, teaching primary school and embracing all the ups and downs of being a single parent.

Hayley's story inspires many of us to dream big and pursue our hopes regardless of our circumstances. 

Find more information check out her website here: www.wholeheartedstudio.com.au

Nato Sauer is a good friend who has lived a crazy life so far. Nato's experiences have allowed him to see life through perspectives that are unknown to many people in the world today. Nato has a huge passion to live a life that matters and makes a difference. 

Nato loves his wife, surfing, beer and people. Hence, he owns a bar on the Sunshine Coast of Australia called Stoker Brewhouse.

In this episode, Nato shares his journey and the lessons he has learned along the way. You need to listen to this episode, trust me. It is life changing.

Brian Zahnd is the founder and pastor of Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri. Brian hung out with Daniel this past week to chat about his new book, Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God. Brian’s book reveals the love of God in a beautiful and fresh way and deals with a great deal of the violence found in the Bible.

 In this episode, Brian explores a wide variety of age-old questions: How should we read the Bible? Who killed Jesus? What’s up with all the violence in the Bible? What happens to us when we die? 

Brian’s new book was just released a few days ago, so be sure to grab a copy of it along with his previous books too.