Why does looking inside yourself leave you more anxious, ashamed and lost? Clinical neuropsychologist Joe Johnson reveals the gospel-centred HOPE to disentangling your thoughts and feelings, escaping the cycle of self-promotion or self-protection, and living freely for Jesus!

Jo Johnson is a clinical neuropsychologist with over 30 years of experience working with brain injuries, burnout, trauma, children and adults who are affected by long-term neurological conditions. As a committed follower of Jesus, she integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with biblical truth in her book ‘Disentangled: Taming Your Thoughts and Feelings to Live Freely for Jesus’.

She explains:

◼️Why constantly looking inside reveals only darkness—and why Jesus is the only true covering for our shame◼️The TWO fig leaves we all use (self-promotion & self-protection) that lead to burnout or isolation◼️How to unhook from childish, chaotic thoughts and feelings instead of fighting or obeying them◼️The tiny daily act (like making a cup of tea) that exposes how even small obedience battles reveal our need for grace◼️Why guilt and shame are humanity's deepest wound—and how being hidden in Christ sets us free to look others in the eye

Find a copy of Jo's book from our friends at The Good Book Company here: https://www.thegoodbook.com.au/disentangled

Why do we fear failure so much in our faith journeys? Australian pastor, former breakfast radio host and author Duncan Robinson reveals how grace at the speed of Jesus transforms our messiest moments into powerful redemption stories!

Duncan Robinson is the lead pastor of Northgate Church, former Sydney breakfast radio host, and author of the new book 'Full Phoenix Rising: Real Time Grace at the Speed of Jesus'. In this episode we talk about how grace at the speed of Jesus transforms our messiest moments into powerful redemption stories!

We unpack:◼️The wild Vietnam story that birthed 'Full Phoenix Rising' and why catastrophe creates space for rebirth◼️Why Jesus leads slowly, humbly, through messiness – not with shock and awe marketing◼️How retroactive grace blinds us to real-time redemption in the moment◼️The dangerous shift from polished performance to presence in post-COVID church◼️Why belonging must come before behaving – and how grace meets us in our worst seasons

To find out more about Duncan Robinson - https://www.duncanrobinson.net/

Why does evangelism feel stuck in today's culture? Cultural thinkers and pastors Glen Scrivener and Rory Shiner reveal how the gospel truly breaks through in a post-Christian world obsessed with progress, identity, and anti-woke backlash!

Rory Shiner, pastor of Providence Church, Perth, and Glen Scrivener of Speak Life bring decades of frontline evangelism, cultural apologetics, and gospel proclamation. They unpack how to herald "Jesus is Lord" amid secular assumptions, mental health crises, and shifting political vibes.

We explore:◼️ Why "Jesus is Lord" is the bullseye of every gospel conversation (not just a personal lifestyle tip)◼️ The "yes but no but yes" approach to engage both progressive human rights ideals and conservative responsibility calls◼️ How the anti-Hitler moral story quietly replaced the pro-Jesus vision—and what that means now◼️ Why the church itself needs constant evangelising with the rich, compelling reality of union with Christ◼️ The surprising cultural moment where people are drawn back to Christianity's infrastructure—and how to point them to Jesus Himself

Chapters:

02:29 Understanding the Role of Evangelism

05:23 The Importance of the Gospel in the Church

08:27 Defining Evangelism in Today's Culture

14:17 Cultural Narratives and Their Impact on Evangelism

20:39 The Progress Narrative and Its Challenges

31:21 Engaging with Cultural Narratives in Evangelism

39:39 The Intersection of Masculinity and Faith

41:44 Shifting Narratives in University Evangelism

43:43 Understanding Misconceptions of Christianity

45:18 Public vs. Private: The Western Perspective on Faith

49:00 The Role of Secularism in Modern Christianity

50:10 Public Displays of Religiosity in Contemporary Culture

52:49 Christian Nationalism: A Comparative Analysis

56:43 The Evolution of Gospel Presentation

59:45 Contextualizing the Gospel for Today's World

01:04:04 The Shift in Evangelism: Understanding Modern Faith Conversations

01:07:24 Jesus as the Center: The True Meaning of Abundance

01:09:27 The Role of Debate in Evangelism: A Double-Edged Sword

01:17:46 Navigating Social Media: The Missionary Approach

01:28:56 Excitement in Ministry: Future Projects and Personal Reflections

Find out more about Glen and his work with Speak Life: https://www.youtube.com/@SpeakLifeMedia

Find out more about Rory and his work with Providence City Church: https://providencechurch.org.au/city/