The Suburban Seed Sowers Podcast aims to encourage and equip you to better share your faith wherever God has put you. For those with a desire to positively impact those around us on our daily front line. This podcast will chat to everyday people who, are making an incredible difference in the lives of the people they see every day.
Tim Buxton is a pastor, charity creator and podcast host. He took his young family to Iraq to set up a community centre helping widows, orphans and war victims. Without even being able to speak the language he was able to become a trusted part of society , sharing his faith daily and miraculously sometimes without even using words. Listen to how two words "be curious" helped Tim grow friendships, change lives and continues to help him make a difference in the lives of refugees today.
Wendy Francis is a trailblazer. As a Pastors Wife, an activist and the Public face of Christianity in Australia. So how does she sow seeds whilst fending off attacks from the media, having her own faith judged and questioned about everything she says. You need a very thick skin to withstand the scrutiny Wendy's faith is put under, yet she still seeks opportunity every single day to share what she believes. Here how she does it in this weeks episode of the Suburban Seed Sowers Podcast.
Lucas Connell had a very hard upbringing. A life full of drugs, addiction and mental illness, he was saved from his hardship and now helps others to achieve the same outcome. His story is raw, powerful and to some even scary, but for those in our society who live with addiction and mental illness, Lucas can not only relate, but share his personal story of Hope and Restoration with amazing results. Listen and hear how God is using Lucas to sow seeds in a way most couldn't and change the lives of those who have no where else to go.
Dr Mike Woodrow has had many roles from a Prominent Vet, to his role as a personal performance coach, to a Charity CEO and even as a media personality. So after coming into contact with and having the potential to influence so many people every single day, why is ministering to his own kids the most important task he has ever undertaken. Join us as we learn exactly what we should do when teaching our kids about God. From steps and suggestions that may help, to the mistakes Mike passes on that he personally regrets. This Podcast is a Game Changer on how your impact starts at HOME.
Ruth Limkin is a Pastor, a journalist, a former Chief of Staff and now is the CEO of a Rehab Facility. She has rubbed shoulders with the Rich and Famous, and still finds time every day to Sow Seeds. So what are her tips? And how can you influence those who influence others. You'll be surprised how easy it is, and it all starts with being KIND.
Michael Roberts is a Private Investigator. He's helped the FBI solve major internet crime. He's also had the most horrible experience of being framed for a crime he never committed. Throughout his struggles he has vowed to share his story and faith with every single person he meets. No matter the country, religion or situation. This weeks suburban seed sowers podcast is a reminder that you have NO Excuse not to share your faith.
Wez Hone is a Business Coach and has been described as one of Australia's leading "Faith in Business" thinkers. Imagine your life where your work was your ministry. Where working 9 to 5 was for Gods Glory. But how? Wez takes us through what it means to commit your business to God and the amazing impact it can have on not just the people in your immediate circle , rather so many people you may never meet. Wez explains the blessings received once God and his work becomes the centre of yours.
Adam Holloway was a Police Officer for 16 years, serving his community on the front line. He's now an investigative Author, uncovering real life tragic tales from men and women serving in World War 1. He's seen society at its worst , yet still see's the good in this world. Adam takes us through his coping strategies for people in extreme jobs and how his small actions have made a massive difference to the next generation of Police Officers, Soldiers and people serving on their own front line.
Dan Terry is a Pastor who loves his local community. He tends to find himself near people who need his help the most. Dan believes the best way to reach people and have a true connection with them is through service. What acts of service can you do today that may help in having a connection with someone in your life. Dan walks us through how to serve others and the impact it can have on their life forever.
Trevor Wilson completed the toughest endurance race on the planet, the Dakar Rally. He rode his motorbike 8000 KM across the desert, was almost put in jail, nearly made bankrupt yet all along kept his focus on doing Gods will for his life. Imagining running towards whatever scares you the most. Its how Trevor lives his life. facing his fears head on, and that's exactly how he sows seeds. by being fearless. His life and advice are inspiring.
Karl Faase is a communicator, an author, a pastor and one of the most genuine blokes you'll meet. He's had conversations with Prime Ministers, to the homeless yet has found a common thread amongst us all when it comes to relationships. This week he shares his top tips on the best way to Sow Seeds, and its starts with you listening. Join Karl as he uncovers what Australia is really searching for and why NOW is the time to start Sowing Seeds in your Suburb.
Dan Patterson is an apologist. His job is to prove the existence of God. He works with International Evangelist Ravi Zacharias locally and takes peoples questions about God seriously while offering them some thoughtful and meaningful answers. If you've ever wanted to know what to ask someone when attempting to Sow Seeds, Dan;s got the answers, well actually he's got the questions to help start genuine conversations in helping you build a real relationship with the people you're trying to offer hope too.
Dave Nash is an accounting and finance professional a Chartered Accountant and a Certified Chair of Advisory Boards and a mentor to business owners and leaders. Dave describes himself as a sinner saved by Jesus Christ. How do you get ready to sow seeds? What do you have to prepare? and How do you let God do his job when it comes to YOU Sowing Seeds? David will answer these questions in this weeks episode of Suburban Seed Sowers.
Dale is a leader who knows how to bring the best out of Men. In fact his passion is to Help Women and Children Flourish by making the men in their life the best version of themselves possible. Dale believes that by encouraging and building up men, you'll impact their greater circle and the flow on effect can be life changing. So how do you Sow Seeds into the men around you that need it most? Dales tips are game changing.
This episode we chat to Dave Benson. Dave just loves people , no matter who they are, their background or what they believe. So how can you make an impact on people from a different background? Why reaching out to everyone , no matter how scary they may appear is just so important. And how the simplest of acts can have the biggest of impacts.
Sam wants to live in a world that is not self isolating and self distancing, but a world that comes all bundled up with heaps more fun, laughs and happy joy filled God honouring people. As a businessman with just on 30 years experience, Sam loves working, the grind, negotiating, doing deals, working in a team environment, creating new products and dreaming of local manufacturing turning back around in this country. He also has a super keen interest in seeing His Kingdom come and His will be done on earth as it Is in Heaven in the business marketplace in 2020 and helping out others as well in this. So how should a boss act in the Covid Crisis. Sam has some strong suggestions.
Darren Lewis is the founder of Fathering Adventures. He is an expert in developing relationships that count. Darren talks practically about how to sow seeds into your children in turbulent times. Furthermore, how to equip ourselves to be in a position to be able to sow. Darren has been recognised as Queensland Father of the Year. Darren runs programs, camps and is a regular guest speaker through his organisation Fathering Adventures.
Louise Macgregor is a survivor of Breast Cancer. Through her own recovery God gave her a passion for a new career which saw her change jobs into an unknown field. Join us and discover how she gets to share her faith and sow seeds to her clients every day when they are at their most vulnerable and most times in chronic pain.
Pro Surfer Bethany Hamilton lost her arm in a horrific shark attack while surfing. She has overcome so much to not only be back in the water competing, but releasing a new movie about her amazing journey. Bethany meets young women and keen surfers every day, who are inspired by her story. You will hear that these are just some of the people Bethany is encouraging and sowing seeds into.
We chat to Olympic Gold Medallist Duncan Armstrong. Duncan shares the amazing opportunities his profile as a sportsperson has provided to encourage and sow seeds into others. We hear how one person sowed seeds into Duncan's life that shaped the direction of his future. Duncan encourages us to always be ready and available to respond in love to those around us no matter our circumstances. We hear the effect of being being generous with time.
We take a moment to look at what significance looks like and why we often get in the way. David tells a great story about how a simple chat with a person at a music festival turned into a conversation of significance. We all agreed that stepping out of our comfort zone is hard. Do we really have to? Don't change your schedule - your schedule has so many opportunities. How a bean could be the secret to being the difference in this week.
This is a podcast that will encourage, inspire and help instruct you to share your faith and teach you how to Sow Seeds in your direct Circle. Meet our Hosts, David, Grant and Liam as they share their own personal Faith Journey and why they are so passionate about helping you become a Suburban Seed Sower.