Why does the resurrection of Jesus still change everything in our chaotic world? UK pastor and evangelist Mike Hood reveals the powerful evidence, life-altering implications, and why this one historical event answers our deepest questions about meaning, love, justice, and hope.

Mike Hood is a pastor, evangelist, and author with years of experience helping skeptics and seekers explore faith. In his new book If That Changes Everything, he combines personal story, historical reasoning, and gospel hope.

He unpacks:◼️ Why the resurrection isn't a leap in the dark but a step onto solid ground◼️ How what happens after death radically shapes how we live right now◼️ The real reason many don't want the resurrection to be true◼️ Why the failure of the secular story is driving people back to church◼️ How Jesus' resurrection turns our daily labour from sandcastles into seeds that last forever"

If you want to grab a copy of Mike's book head over to The Good Book Company

Australian Christian Party Leader Maryka Groenewald reveals what it's really like being the first Christian MP in WA Parliament, bridging faith and politics, and why the Church can no longer stay silent.

Hon Maryka Groenewald MLC is the first Christian elected to any Parliament in Western Australia and the Leader of the Australian Christians. A bold voice for faith, life, family, and freedom, she is passionate about bridging the gap between the Church and politics.

Maryka shares her powerful journey from South Africa to the corridors of power, the hard truths about life, freedom, and cultural battles, and how Christians can engage meaningfully in politics without compromise.

She breaks down:◼️ Why disengaged churches create a vacuum that's now being filled◼️ The life issue, supporting women in crisis, and why adoption reform matters◼️ What true freedom of speech and conscience look like in Australia◼️ Navigating vicious preference deals, intimidation, and staying grounded in faith◼️ The personal cost of leadership and how to build resilience for the long haul

For more info head to https://marykagroenewald.com/

What if you’re chasing the wrong thing? Musician, clinical chaplain & former AFL chaplain of the West Coast Eagles Paul Morrison reveals the raw, unfiltered pains of grief, suffering, authentic faith and finding life on the other side of loss.

Paul Morrison, Director of Missions at Sonshine FM, just poured 18 months of deep despair, identity crisis and valley-season pain into his brand-new album, Valley of the Shadow, that we talk about and

He reveals:

◼️ The ONE mirror that instantly destroys performance-based identity

◼️ Why walking into other people’s grief was something that healed his own depression

◼️ The exact moment he realised “empty is enough” because Christ lives in him

◼️ Why most men have no idea who they are when they can’t “do” anymore

◼️ The song that became his “piss off” to grief, trauma and the devil himself

◼️ How fatherhood, loss and the ticking clock taught him to suck the marrow out of every single ordinary

Link to the Album: Valley of the Shadow

(https://open.spotify.com/album/4lYH6Q3nItHiwJzVhgTt26?si=sRYfiygwTSenn7reYBeZxA)

Why has belief in God made a surprising comeback in the West? Veteran broadcaster and debate host Justin Brierley reveals the impacts behind the collapse of New Atheism, the power of real dialogue, and why Christianity still shapes our culture!

Justin Brierley is a writer, speaker, broadcaster and veteran of debate, known for hosting Unbelievable and his brand-new show Uncommon Ground.

He explains:◼️ Why New Atheism imploded from within and what replaced it◼️ The ONE historical truth that shows our deepest Western values are irreducibly Christian◼️ How to have genuinely good conversations in a polarised, rage-bait world◼️ The surprising intellectual case for Christianity that even secular thinkers can’t ignore◼️ Why “cultural Christianity” without Jesus at the centre is just another form of idolatry

Find out more about Justin and his work - https://justinbrierley.com/

Listen/ Watch Justin's Uncommon Ground Episodes - https://www.youtube.com/@justinbrierley

Doctors gave him hours to live and rolled him to the end of the hall - but then Ken Chinn had a supernatural ENCOUNTER WITH GOD that saved his life!

Ken Chinn is a financial consultant, author of the book An Encounter with the Healer, musician, and podcast host who survived a brutal near-death COVID battle when four doctors dismissed him to die.

He reveals:◼️The desperate prayer that God answers when everything else fails◼️The exact words he heard from God that gave him faith to live◼️The supernatural light and warmth that poured over his body in the hospital room◼️Why a near-death experience lit a fire in his heart to live 100% for Christ◼️How God still speaks today — even at a gas station with a $100 bill

Find out more about Ken Chinn, his book and his "Encounters With God" Podcast - https://www.kenchinn.com/

Historian and public advocate for Christian faith John Dickson uncovers the OLDEST Christian hymn with musical notation—rediscovered after 1800 years—and brings it back to life through a stunning modern collaboration with Chris Tomlin & Ben Fielding!

John Dickson is an academic historian, author, theologian, and founder of Undeceptions, with decades dedicated to making ancient Christianity accessible and compelling in today's world.

He reveals:◼️ The incredible story of the mid-200s AD hymn buried in Egyptian sands—and why it's proof of joyful Trinitarian worship BEFORE Nicaea

◼️ How this ancient melody reminds us to be joyful, non-grumpy Christians even in hardship◼️ How persecuted Egyptian Christians sang confident praise amid Roman arrests and martyrdoms◼️ Why connecting to 1800-year-old songs combats our culture's obsession with the new and unstable◼️ The surprising 'brain explosion' moment that turned a dusty papyrus into a global film, album, and church resource

"Why does money cause so much shame, isolation & anxiety for Christians in a 'lucky country' like Australia?

Hope Economy CEO Rosie Kendall reveals the BIBLICAL truths & practical steps to break financial overwhelm, build real community & disciple your money for God's kingdom!

Rosie Kendall leads Hope Economy (formerly Christians Against Poverty Australia), a ministry that's helped thousands escape debt & distress while sharing Jesus' love through churches for over 26 years.

She explains:◼️Why financial struggle pushes people to the margins & isolates them from church community◼️The shame trap of 'we should have enough' in Australia's wealthy culture – & how circumstances, not just choices, create hardship◼️How to spot needs in your community by slowing down & asking better questions (instead of assuming)◼️The power of simply sitting with someone in overwhelm – making one phone call together can be transformative◼️Why Jesus invites us to intentional money discipleship: see money as a practical tool to reflect kingdom values, generosity & abundance (not scarcity)◼️Small steps to grow generosity, create margin & teach kids stewardship without fear or formulas"

To learn more about Hope Economy - https://hopeeconomy.org.au/

John Dickson is a leading historian, author, and expert on early Christianity.

In this moment, John reveals why ancient creeds and hymns connect us to Christians across centuries—even in the face of persecution—and how they offer enduring stability for the soul. From joyful songs sung by martyrs in Roman Egypt, to the historical reliability of Jesus and the Bible that stands up to scrutiny unlike any other faith, he shares a confident, hope-filled way to face doubt, division, and a grumpy world.

Why does everything feel unstable and changing so fast? This is a teaser episode—with the full conversation dropping next week.