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Welcome to the Victory Podcast... Pastor Steve!

This week, we sit down with Pastor Steve Burgess, C3 Church Global Executive and Senior Pastor of C3 Grow, for a rich and encouraging conversation about the global church, the future of C3, leadership development through Xpress, discipleship in comfortable cultures, and the surprising places God is moving right now.

Whether you're a pastor, leader, or follower of Jesus wanting to stay encouraged, this episode will lift your eyes beyond your own context and remind you: God is building His church, everywhere.

00:00 – Intro

01:00 – Welcome Ps Steve to Newcastle

02:15 – Rugby League & Running Talk

04:40 – Who Is Ps Steve?

07:02 – Steve’s C3 Story

08:26 – What Steve Does on the C3 Exec Team

10:56 – Express Leadership Training + Tours

12:30 – Advice to His 25-Year-Old Self

15:38 – Funniest Sunday Stories

18:02 – The Future of C3 & Global Movement Shift

20:06 – “The C3 I See”

24:14 – Comfort, Serving & Western Discipleship

38:04 – Steve’s Weekly Church Attendance Commitment

41:21 – Honour Culture, “Man of God” Syndrome & Sacred Cows

48:48 – Future Leadership & C3’s Next Generation

56:38 – Outro

🌎 Learn more about C3 https://c3churchglobal.com

⛪️ Visit our Website https://c3victory.org.au

Simeon, Em, and Shayne dive into the funny, awkward, and inspiring moments of faith conversations—from drive‑through evangelism to street preaching—and explore how to share the gospel authentically.

Whether you’ve struggled with “Bible bashing” stereotypes or wondered how to bring up church in everyday life, this episode is packed with relatable stories, practical wisdom, and a reminder that sincerity and relationship matter most.

👉 If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I share my faith without being cringey?”—this one’s for you.

00:00:00 – Intro & Weird or Not Weird
00:02:00 – Awkward Faith Moments
00:03:00 – Why Sharing Faith Feels Scary
00:08:00 – Building Relationships Before Sharing
00:10:00 – Practical Tips for Everyday Evangelism
00:14:00 – Clearing Up Misconceptions About Church
00:21:00 – Christian Jargon & Authenticity
00:32:00 – Prayer as the Foundation
00:36:00 – Final Encouragement & Wrap-Up

In this episode, we sit down with parenting expert Shelby Brown from Restore Parent Coaching to talk about the messy, beautiful, and often chaotic journey of parenting.

🔗 Learn more about Shelby’s work: https://restoreparentcoaching.com.au

From morning meltdowns over socks to deeper mindset shifts, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom, relatable stories, and faith-based encouragement for parents who want to lead with love, not just control.

Whether you're a new dad or mum, or deep in the trenches, this episode will help you reframe your approach, build stronger connections with your kids, and rediscover the joy in parenting.

👉 Subscribe for more real conversations on parenting, faith, and personal growth.

⏱️ Chapter Markers:

00:00 - Intro: Why Socks Are the Enemy

01:00 - Meet Shelby Brown: Teacher, Coach, Parent

03:45 - What Is Restore Parent Coaching?

06:30 - Why Mindset Matters More Than Strategy

09:15 - Control vs Connection: A New Parenting Lens

12:40 - The Power of Responding, Not Reacting

15:20 - Why Real Change Starts With the Parent

18:00 - Emotional Regulation & Modelling Calm

21:10 - Morning Chaos & Sock Meltdowns: A Case Study

25:00 - Letting Kids Own Their Problems

28:30 - Logical vs Illogical Consequences

32:00 - Faith-Based Parenting & God’s Model

35:10 - Rapid Fire Scenarios: Fighting, Messy Rooms & Saying Sorry

41:00 - Real-Life Wins: When It Actually Works

45:00 - Final Encouragement & First Steps for Change

47:00 - How to Connect with Shelby Brown

Have you ever wondered what your role is in your local community as a Christian? Whether you’re behind the scenes or out front, this episode is for you.Simo sits down with Pastor Rick Prosser to talk about what it means to live as salt and light in today’s world. From small acts of kindness to city-wide impact, Rick shares stories, practical wisdom, and encouragement for anyone wanting to live out their faith beyond Sunday.

(00:00) Intro(01:06) Who Is Pastor Rick Prosser?(03:15) Wearing Many Hats: Church, Charity & City(05:00) What Is the Church Really For?(07:00) Why Christians Should Engage With Community(10:00) The Power of Small Acts(13:00) Availability Over Ability(15:30) How to Know Your Grace Zone(18:00) Salt, Light & Aussie Culture(21:00) Pushy Faith vs. Relational Journeying(24:00) Jesus’ Example: Grace for the Margins(27:00) Practical Ways to Engage Locally(30:00) Encouragement for Every Believer(33:00) Final Thoughts: Have a Crack & See What God Does

Have you ever thought about returning to church after being away for a while? Whether it's been months or years, this episode is for you. Simeon, Shayne, and Em share honest stories, practical advice, and heartfelt encouragement for anyone considering stepping back into church life.

We talk about the fears, the unknowns, and the misconceptions — and offer real tips for re-engaging with faith and community. You don’t need to have it all together. You just need to start.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome & Introductions
01:00 – “I’m Thinking About Coming Back to Church…”
02:45 – What Are You Looking For in a Church?
04:10 – Em’s Story: From Obligation to Relationship
07:00 – Shayne’s Story: Offense, Drift, and Return
11:30 – Common Fears About Returning to Church
14:00 – Fear of Judgment & Feeling Seen
17:20 – You Don’t Need to Be Perfect
19:00 – Starting Small: Online Church & Social Media
21:10 – Making a List: What Do You Want in a Church?
23:45 – Reconnecting with God Before Church
26:00 – The Power of Friendship & Community
28:30 – Test Driving Churches: It’s OK to Explore
31:00 – Finding Your Fit & Taking Your Time
33:20 – Reaching Out to Leaders: It’s Not a Burden
36:00 – First Sunday Tips: Ninja Moves & Confidence
39:00 – Big Events: Easter, Christmas & Blending In
41:00 – Final Encouragement: Dive In & Do the Journey with God
43:00 – Wrap-Up & Reflections

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Bruce’s story is a radical journey of trust and transformation. From teaching in Australia to missionary life in Cambodia, he has learned what it means to hear God’s voice, obey in faith, and live fully dependent on Him. In this conversation, Bruce shares about encounters with monks, miraculous provision, the “four hearts” of Romans 7–8, and what it really means for Jesus to be Lord.

Welcome to the podcast... Bruce Kay!

Bruce shares his powerful story of faith and obedience, from a life-changing vision of Jesus, to stepping onto the mission field at age 50, to learning how to trust God for every need.

You'll hear stories like:

• Hearing the audible voice of God
• Praying for peanut butter on the mission field
• How getting to know one man completely changed his life
• Becoming a missionary at 50 years old
• Giving a house away
• Tangible encounters with Jesus

His testimony will encourage and challenge you to walk deeper with Christ, listen to His voice, and step out in faith wherever He calls.

⏱ Chapter Markers

00:00 Intro

02:00 Introducing Bruce

04:00 Learning to obey God’s voice

06:30 Early life, teaching career, and marriage

10:00 When belief became faith

13:00 Meeting John Anderson and the turning point

18:00 Learning prayer is real

21:00 Vision of Jesus and the love of God

23:00 Intimacy with God and His voice

26:00 Leaving career at 50 to step into missions

29:00 Learning to live by faith, not income

33:00 Stories from Cambodia

38:00 Giving away a house in obedience

42:00 What it means to step out of the boat

46:00 Learning to hear God’s small, still voice

52:00 The importance of discipleship & community

55:00 Closing encouragement

What does true success in the Kingdom of God look like? In this conversation with Pastor Mel and Nate, we explore the difference between worldly success and Kingdom fruitfulness. From business decisions to personal sacrifices, we talk about what it means to say “yes” to Jesus in the small things and live a truly faithful life.🙏 Whether you’re navigating career choices, finances, or just wanting to grow in discipleship, this episode will encourage you to keep redefining success through God’s perspective.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with someone who needs encouragement today!⏱️ Chapters00:00 – What does the fruitful Christian life look like?02:00 – Success defined by culture vs. Kingdom fruitfulness05:30 – Knowing God’s calling for your life09:50 – The fruit of the Spirit as evidence of transformation13:20 – Faithfulness vs. worldly gain in business and career17:30 – Submission and surrender: hearing God’s “no”20:50 – Every little “yes” to Jesus matters23:30 – A grid for decision-making: being with, being like, and doing what Jesus did25:40 – Loosening our grip on worldly success27:00 – Closing encouragement and prayer

We love to talk about the blessings of salvation, but Jesus also told us to count the cost. In this episode, Nate and Pastor Mel unpack what it means to take up your cross daily and follow Christ, not just in theory, but in everyday life.

We talk about:

• Why following Jesus costs something

• The difference between Jesus as Saviour vs. Lord

• Real-life stories of sacrifice (friendships, lifestyle, reputation)

• Why small daily denials matter for big faith moments

• How to navigate the tension between God’s blessing and the cost of discipleship

• Why you can trust God with your life when He asks you to lay things down

🙌 The cost is real, but so is the reward. Following Jesus might mean giving things up, but you gain the life you were truly made for.

👉 Stick around for Part Two coming soon!

🎙️ Episode 28 – Discipleship with Pastor Lars HalvorsenWhat does it really mean to follow Jesus in 2025? In this episode, Pastor Lars Halvorsen returns to unpack the true marks of a disciple — not just a "Christian" in name, but someone living in relationship, undergoing transformation, and living on mission.We talk about:- The difference between a Christian and a disciple- Why you can't follow Jesus alone- What transformation actually looks like (and why leafiness isn't fruit!)- How your workplace or school might be your mission field- Why time with Jesus at the start of the day matters- And how church hurt doesn’t have to write your story💬 Whether you’re new to faith or deep in the journey, this conversation will challenge, inspire, and maybe even reframe what discipleship means to you.👂 Listen now and reflect: Are you on the path of long obedience in the same direction?⏱️ Chapter Markers00:00 - Intro00:53 - Welcome Back Lars: Why Discipleship?02:30 - Christian vs Disciple: Is There a Difference?05:20 - What It Means to Be a Disciple: RTM Explained08:35 - Be With Jesus. Become Like Jesus. Do What He Did.12:50 - What Does Real Relationship with Jesus Look Like?16:10 - The Problem with Compartmentalised Christianity20:30 - The Role of Morning Devotions (Jesus First)25:40 - Long Obedience in the Same Direction28:30 - What Transformation Really Looks Like32:00 - Fruit of Repentance: What John the Baptist Said35:15 - Leaf vs Fruit: When Serving or Faith is Just a Front39:20 - Real Change Over Time: God Can Transform Anything44:00 - Our Role in Transformation: Soil, Seed, Obedience49:30 - What It Means to Be on Mission Today52:30 - You Don’t Need to Move to Africa to Be Missional56:00 - Everyday Mission in Your Workplace59:00 - You Can’t Be a Disciple Without the Church1:02:00 - The Place of Your Hurt Can Be the Place of Your Healing1:04:00 - Final Reflections: RTM in Daily Life