The Inspiration Project

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On this episode of The Inspiration Project, Producer Jarred (Jay) Fantom talks to Psychologist Sue Bartho about the intersection of Christian faith and human psychology, why our core sense of self will influence every aspect of our lives, and how to attain core beliefs about self based around the word of God.

Episode Summary

• How to attain core beliefs about self based around the word of God
• The intersection of faith and human psychology
• Bringing spirituality into psychology to help people with mental health issues
• How Sue became a Christian
• What it’s like working as a Christian Psychologist and what she loves most about this vocation
• What working in a rehabilitation centre taught her about human psychology
• Helping people through depression and anxiety

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On this episode of The Inspiration Project, Brendan Corr talks to bestselling author and president of The Grace Message, Dr Andrew Farley about living in Texas, the naked gospel, church without religion, how grace is the answer, how certain writers became mentors to Andrew and why the deity of Christ is important.

Episode Summary

• Knowing the importance of the deity of Christ.
• The Naked Gospel and Church without religion.
• Andrew coming to Christ for salvation.
• What sin is and isn’t.
• Life in Texas for Andrew.
• What is applied linguistics and how Andrew got interested in that field of study.
• How Andrew has been able to understand the language of God, the language of scripture, the person of Jesus and his message.
• Why It's so vital that we choose the right words to describe our relationship with Jesus.
• Andrew’s favourite scripture and why.

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On this episode of ‘The Inspiration Project’, ACC Graduate and Podcast Producer Jarred Fantom talks to Professor Kim Oats about how he came to faith, what lessons he learned in school from his teachers, why he wanted to become a doctor and enter into the field of Paediatrics, and what does it mean to be an effective Christian role model. Plus so much more!

Episode Summary

• What does it mean to be an effective Christian role model?
• How Kim came to faith in God
• Important life lessons from his school teachers
• Why Kim wanted to become a doctor and enter into the field of Paediatrics
• Kim’s role in the child abuse field
• Three pieces of advice for a young person struggling, starting out or just needing a boost
• How has Kim’s faith played an important role in his career
• Why Fear of failure actually inspires Kim

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On this episode of The Inspiration Project, Brendan Corr talks to Darlene Zschech the acclaimed singer and songwriter about where her love for music came from, coming to Christ at age 15, realising what God’s unconditional love meant to her, finding her voice in Christian Worship and what was life like for Darlene after her song ‘Shout To The Lord’ was discovered.

Episode Summary

• What were some lessons Darlene learned from School growing up
• How she discovered her talent for singing
• How Darlene became a Christian
• What does it mean to achieve excellence in Christian Music
• What it was like for Darlene starting out in a small startup Christian Worship group assembling extraordinary talent
• Where does a good song come from?
• What has it meant for Darlene to carry on the Legacy of the song ‘Shout to the Lord.’ And is it something that she is still able to celebrate
• Is Darlene happy about the next generation of God-inspired songwriters whether they are recognising the continuation of the Spirit in the lyrics and the worship and intent

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On this episode of ‘The Inspiration Project’, Brendan Corr talks to Professor Michael Adams about how Michael got into the corporate law specialisation, the difference between the letter of the law and the spirit of the law, what is good law in the first place. And so much more.

Professor Michael Adams Episode Summary

• The absolute concept of law and a local generic expression of it
• How Michael got into studying his specialised field of corporate law
• The differences between the letter of the law and the spirit of the law
• What is a good law? What would be the hallmarks of good law?
• What is the universal concept of morality in law?
• How Michael became a Christian
• How does Michael bring together his faith and a life that's beyond our own?
• How does Michael make sense of the conception of law and the Christian experience?

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On this episode of ‘The Inspiration Project’, Brendan Corr talks to Brooke Prentis, the CEO of Common Grace, about the origins of the organisation, having a voice into justice issues for Aboriginal peoples and how we can bring about reconciliation in this country.

Brooke Prentis Episode Summary

• The beginnings of Common Grace almost 7 years ago.
• What does it mean to pursue Jesus and Justice?
• How Brooke makes the distinction between having a voice into a social issue, and what might be the politics around the issue?
• Finding a sense of identity and self.
• Brooke’s own experiences with racism growing up and how she dealt with it.
• How Brooke came to a saving faith in Jesus at age 21.
• Brooke’s view on some of the historical work with Aboriginal peoples of the Australian church.
• How young people can get more involved in work for the common good.
  

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On this episode of ‘The Inspiration Project’, Brendan Corr talks to Australian Olympic Athlete Eloise Wellings about overcoming stepbacks, finding faith in God and the importance of good coaches and mentors.

Eloise Wellings Episode Summary

• Growing up in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire
• Finding faith in God
• Why Eloise chose running as her profession
• The importance of coaches and mentors in Elosie’s life
• How a setback can become a set up
• Going to Rio and doing well
• Missing out on several Olympic games and what that taught Eloise
• Starting her foundation in Uganda

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On this episode of ‘The Inspiration Project’, Brendan Corr talks to Tim Mannah the former Captain of the Parramatta Eels about how growing up in a Christian Family and in Church helped shape his decisions on and off the Football field. Plus who made the biggest impacts in his life and an encouragement to young people about living for God.

• How Tim got started playing rugby league
• Key people that helped shape Tim’s life
• What it was like for Tim growing up
• When and how God saved Tim
• The importance of faith in Tim’s life
• Tim’s life-changing commitments on and off the field
• Adjusting to life after retirement from professional rugby league
• The importance of education and studying
• What is next for Tim Mannah?

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