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Stories of Jesus Changing Everything

Soul Revival Church


    • Jun 19, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 10m AVG DURATION
    • 175 EPISODES


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    J.A.M.I.E [Jamie is Asked Many Interesting Enquiries]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 61:39


    In this first part of our two-part conversation, Jamie joins us to talk all things hot chips, childhood memories, and his journey through faith, moving homes, school experiences, and living with ADHD.From the comforting crunch of thick-cut chips to navigating personal identity and late ADHD diagnosis, Jamie opens up with honesty, humour, and depth.

    God made it all

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 70:30


    Producer Hudson jumps in the hot seat as we dive into everything from travel stories and health challenges to deep reflections on God's creation, career uncertainty, and the impact of youth ministry. 

    God's grace and forgiveness [with Dave]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 53:30


    Dave shares his incredible journey through ministry, personal loss, health battles, and unwavering faith. From life in Western Australia to the challenges of grief and cancer, this conversation is a deep reminder of God's sustaining grace through life's hardest moments.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction02:57 – Life in Western Australia & Meeting the “Snow Geese”05:00 – Return to Sydney & Work at St. John's08:18 – Reflections on Ministry & Christian Life12:42 – Tragic Death of Family Member Judy13:04 – Coping with Grief & Finding Comfort in Faith14:03 – Supporting Judy's Son & Family Response20:44 – Career Shift & Onset of Heart Problems25:54 – Heart Procedure: Stents & Medical Costs26:37 – Ongoing Health Monitoring & Medicare Challenges27:31 – Cancer Diagnoses & Esophageal Treatment36:41 – Jane's Cancer Battle: Surgery & Radiation38:37 – Community Support Through Treatment39:24 – Trusting God Through Life's Challenges41:23 – The Taproot Analogy: Staying Connected to Jesus42:06 – Scripture, Trust, and Spiritual Strength52:11 – Living Under God's Grace52:26 – Reflections on the Conversation & Encouragement52:42 – Closing Remarks & Listener Appreciation

    Heartbreak to hope [with Dave]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 41:46


    Dave shares his extraordinary life story—starting with Bible college at Capernwray, diving into Christian ministry, and facing life-changing moments of love, betrayal, and spiritual growth. From icy winters in Canada to tropical summers in Australia, Dave opens up about trusting God through heartache, cultural transitions, and finding unwavering faith alongside his wife, Jane.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction01:46 – Starting the 6-month Bible study course at Capernwray03:30 – Learning about the Holy Spirit and its impact on my life07:27 – Staying on to work with guests and becoming more outgoing12:21 – Experiencing extreme cold: -42°C temperatures and frozen hair13:21 – A planned wedding falls through, testing my faith17:16 – Working at Pioneer Ranch Camps and preventing a fire incident24:52 – Setting up a drop-in center for kids25:29 – Meeting Jane and the journey to proposing28:37 – Getting married and moving to Australia36:44 – Jane's upbringing in Malaysia and her strong faith37:34 – How Jane's faith positively influenced me38:01 – Reflecting on my marriage and gratitude for JaneThank you for watching. If you have any questions or would like to share your own experiences, feel free to comment below.

    Be bitter or be better [with Dave]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 61:05


    Dave shares his journey from England to a man navigating faith, family, and identity in Australia. From growing up in the Brethren church to questioning religion and discovering grace, this episode offers laughs, reflection, and deep insight.

    Weighing the heart [with Scott]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 75:30


    In part two of our powerful and wide-ranging conversation with Scott, we explore how faith in Jesus shapes leadership, the realities of military life, lessons from parenthood, and what it means to have moral courage in the face of adversity. We also hear what it's like to fly helicopters on peacekeeping missions and in war zones from Bougainville and East Timor to Afghanistan and Iraq. Scott's story is one of conviction, sacrifice, and spiritual grounding.

    The One Thing I Could Count On [with Chloe]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 55:33


    In this heartfelt episode of Chip Lunch, we chat with Chloe about her journey through faith, love, and life's unexpected turns. Chloe shares how she met her husband Jamie while running the church live stream, their growing friendship, and how it later grew into them eventually getting married in 2024.We hear what lead them Soul Revival Church — quite literally, after hearing the music from a nearby balcony! She also opens up about the comfort and strength she found in Jesus, during the aftermate of Jamie's recent life-threatening car accident that resulted in serious injuries and a miraculous recovery.This episode is a powerful reminder of God's presence in both ordinary moments and life-altering trials. We also talk about the role of Christian community, the slow and steady walk of faith, and why following Jesus means more than just showing up on Sundays.

    Rebel to redeemer [with Chloe]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 58:47


    In this episode, Chloe shares candid reflections on her early life, school experiences, and journey of faith. We kick off with her hot chip preferences and her disinterest in high school maths. She then opens up about feeling left out at church during her younger years, but a mission trip to Vanuatu in Year 10 marks a turning point, deepening her faith and reshaping her outlook. Growing up in a Christian household and attending a Christian school laid the groundwork, but it wasn't until she felt truly included and challenged that her beliefs became personal and significant.Chloe also talks about her rebellious school years, shifting priorities after graduation, and how a gap year spent helping her church with live streams sparked her interest in production and deepened her involvement in the church community. Now working in PR and navigating early career challenges, she reflects on her sheltered schooling, surprising experiences at university, and the openness of young people to talk about life and faith.

    God is walking alongside [with Craig]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 50:26


    From a powerful experience at a Billy Graham crusade in the 70s to a challenging career in the construction industry where he strived to live out his faith, Craig shares his journey of navigating life's ups and downs. Discover how finding a local church community enriched his life and strengthened his Christian walk.Craig also opens up about a serious health scare that served as a wake-up call, leading him to re-evaluate his priorities and find new purpose in serving others at including serving with the Salvation Army. He reflects on how God has been working in his life, even when he wasn't aware, and how fatherhood highlighted his relationship with God. This episode is a testament to God's constant presence and growth in our lives.

    Foundational [with Craig]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 53:05


    In this episode, we welcome Craig for a wide-ranging chat that kicks off with the evolving world of board games — from the rising popularity of titles like Splendor to the social connections that come from gaming with friends.We also dive into Craig's story: from BMX biking in leafy Chatswood and growing up in a conservative Brethren church, to chasing a high-paced career in trading before discovering deeper fulfilment. Along the way, we talk about hot chips vs. wedges (Craig has strong opinions!), and how his relationship with his now-wife Robin helped shape his journey.0:00 Intro2:40 How do you like your hot chips?6:50 How did you become a Christian?7:48 Brethren Church26:15 Intentional with my kids30:00 After School

    Faith starts here, but it doesn't stop [with Mary]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 32:40


    In part two of Mary's Chip Lunch, we sit down with Mary to hear her incredible journey—from childhood dreams of becoming a Hong Kong movie star and pop sensation to the unexpected paths God led her down. She shares her experiences navigating marriage and family life, the joys and challenges along the way, and how she ultimately found herself as part of the Soul Revival church plant at Ryde—where she now couldn't imagine being anywhere else.

    I can't fix everything, but God has [with Mary]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 59:25


    In this episode of Chip Lunch, Mary joins Brayden and Joel as they kick things off with a lighthearted chat about their favourite accents, before we hear about Mary's journey—both literal and spiritual.She recounts her move from Hong Kong to New Zealand and then to Australia, navigating cultural shifts, school life, and faith. She opens up about her Christian journey, from childhood church experiences to defining moments at youth camps that deepened her faith.Mary also discusses her career shift from Occupational Therapy to ministry, her passion for serving, and her aspirations to become a missionary in China. Along the way, she shares insights into marriage, ministry, and how faith continues to shape her path.0:00 Intro3:10 How do you like your hot chips?6:50 How did you become a Christian?

    Part of God's story [with Michael Hunt]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 85:10


    Michael returns after a short break to continue his story. We start with a reading from The Boy Biggles, much to Joel's excitement and then hear about family, leadership, becoming head of the FCC and much more...

    Just Make It Really Obvious [with Jeremy]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 47:36


    We continue to hear how Jesus has worked in Jeremy's life. He sums up being a Christian nicely with the phrase "Just make it really obvious"

    Learning Outside The Lines [with Jeremy]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 52:11


    We sit down with Jeremy to chat about his unique journey through homeschooling, how it shaped his approach to learning, and his willingness to dive into all sorts of different experiences. From exploring new opportunities to stepping outside his comfort zone, Jeremy shares what drives his adventurous spirit. Most of all, we talk about his unwavering commitment to church, the role faith plays in his life, and why being deeply involved in a church community matters to him.

    God is watching over [with Michael Hunt]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 79:09


    It was a pleasure to have the head of the FCC, Michael, on the podcast to hear his amazing story on how God has worked in his life.

    Wanta Fanta? [with the OG3]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 55:25


    Chip Lunch is back for 2025! And why not start with a bit of a rambling episode from the OG3! Wanta Fanta?

    Ready for life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 46:40


    In part two of Luka's story, we hear about Luka's experience of Covid, re-committing to church and making a decision at a school camp that exposed him for who he really was...

    For the table

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 65:00


    Luka returns to the podcast to step out from his mum's shadow and tell us his experience growing up in a Christian family, early church life and being a Christian in high school. Luka's shared his storyfor everyone, and that's why he's for the table...

    Give God more than you expect

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 61:12


    In part two of Dave's story, he opens up about his career journey, his commitment to a life of ministry, and how God empowers us to give more than we ever thought possible.

    Why would you go back?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 73:08


    Join Ethan and Joel as they sit down with Dave to explore how he channels his passion across different areas of life. Dave shares his experience of growing up as a new Christian in a family opposed to church, the lessons he learned through youth leadership, and the impact of early life choices on his faith journey. Most of all, he asks why would you ever go back after becoming a Christian.

    Who holds the future?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 57:00


    Part two of Pam's podcast brings us more wisdom and thoughts about life after death..

    God's hand in it

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 50:01


    We sit down an absolute amazing, faithful stalwart of Miranda Congregational Church - Pam. Sit back and enjoy...

    "The animal I've become"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 38:22


    We left Tom's last episode on a cliffhanger. SPOILER ALERT: We find out the answer in this episode! We also hear how God helped him pivot from a difficult situation.

    “I'm not the only one”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 67:47


    We had the pleasure of sitting down with Tom, for a great conversation. Nothing is off the table as he opens up about his journey—the struggles he's faced, the successes he's achieved, and how his faith has shaped his path. Join us as Tom reflects on what God has done in his life so far and what He has planned for his future.

    It's time to fully commit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 41:19


    The hint is in the episode title! Hudson wants you to know, it's time to commit.

    Be more committed

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 52:44


    Hudson really wanted to come back on the podcast - but for very good reason! A lot has changed for him over the last year, and we're here for it...Hudson's other episodesAdam's episode

    Dan gets it

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 56:12


    Nikki breaks down some TV, including a wonderful episode of Highway to Heaven, bushfires, optimising life, doing things 150%, and what is true - God is in control and your plans aren't always his...

    Just liked the sound of her own voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 47:12


    Nikki is back and here to tell us why someone commented that she "just likes the sound of her own voice".

    God is doing something here (Part 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 47:19


    Ethan wraps up the chips on his episode to talk about marriage, resilience, love and care.

    God is doing something here (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 51:32


    We got Ethan on a college break to continue his story on what happened after high school...

    Very Christian (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 38:33


    We continue with Emily's story as we hear about meeting and marrying her husband Elliott, coming to Soul Revival and the future. There's also a heated debate on the practice of cold showers!

    Just be a Christian

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 57:57


    We had to get Quin back on after 131 episodes since her last one. Since the last pod she has had another child join the family so we definitely talk parenting and being a mum. But also we talk leading, marriage and why it's important to just be a Christian.

    God will get you through it

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 102:19


    It was time to get the yearly update from Lewis. It was such fun that time flew but it was great to hear Lewis' on the impact of the internet on his generation, where he's at with college, and how he's learnt to lean on God even more.

    You're going to get there

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 91:54


    We chat to Stu from MCC who's example of hard work and faithfulness is a great example to us all. We also find out what God taught him through being a chef, owning his own business and what's important in life.

    Lean into love

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 85:13


    Tim comes in as a guest host as we re-record the seemingly cursed podcast episode of Matt Baker (in reality Joel just stuffed up last time!). It was cool to talk to Matt about his journey with God, from being bullied in primary school, becoming a Christian, working in university ministry, Bible college, church ministry and more!

    Keep going back to why

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 82:38


    It was so cool to have Josh on the podcast this week. We loved his honesty, vulnerability and thoughtfulness. Also hear about how he thinks about ministry, burnout, social anxiety and why it's so important to commit.

    Where you'd rather be

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 104:18


    The episode has been a long time coming. He's known as Stephen or Stefano, but you'd most likely know him as Sidey. We chat about growing up, Christian Surfers, making choices to become more mature in the faith, skateboarding, work and ministry.

    Anthony Douglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 88:59


    We had the pleasure of having our Week Away '24 speaker Anthony come on the podcast to hear how Jesus has changed everything in him.

    Week Away '24 Companion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 109:53


    A carload of pastors driving down to Week Away are joined by a skulk of 7 Linfoxes, a broken microphone (sorry for Brayden sounding like a quiet robot) and a sublime new sponsor. Ride with us all the way to Waterslea with our 2024 Week Away Companion podcast.Optional stops that we don't take include, but are not limited to: Symbio, Treetop Rainforrest Walk, Lazer Tag, The end of the rainbow

    God is doing something here (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 92:26


    It is time to hear Ethan full story. Sit back and relax as we delve into the life of someone who God brought into the world against all the doctors' advice and he how he lives in light of that.

    He makes His own plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 100:49


    Trudi comes on the podcast to talk about learning to be good enough, following God's plans, teaching and serving, and following God's call to Ethiopia.

    A Soul Revival adjacent (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 101:08


    Jenn returns to the podcast to talk about marriage, family, moving to China and how God works in all circumstances.

    Let God work through you (Part 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 121:14


    The major encouragement that is Fi is back to close out her life story and chat about the definition of a crazy cat lady, Bible college, church planting and the future. 

    A Soul Revival adjacent (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 69:50


    We welcome Jenn, who does not attend Soul Revival, but is a Soul Revival adjacent. We talk board games, hot chips, becoming a Christian and working through depression.

    Hindsight's a wonderful thing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 89:27


    Meet Ray. Treasurer of Miranda Congregational Church who became a Christian in his 40s, worked in the print industry for many years and faithfully serves at church. We also gain his perspective on MCC combining with Soul Revival.

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