The Pink Elephant

S3, Episode 2 - Emotions with Julani Potgieter

Emotions are a tricky business in the church. At one extreme we can suppress emotions. At the other, we can be ruled by them. In this episode, Julani Potgieter joins Mel to discuss the role of emotions in the life of a believer.

 

You can follow Julani at on Instagram at Sound Mind Mentoring

S3, Episode 1 - Weakness

When Jesus told Paul "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness"...He assured us centuries of confusion. It would be tough to find a concept more counter-cultural than this one. 

In this episode, Mel delves into the concept of weakness. What was Paul meaning when he claimed to boast in his weaknesses? How and why would we ever want to do that? 

Discover the immense power in weakness, in this first episode of Season 3

 

Mel refers to the following book in the episode: "Paul, Apostle of Weakness: Astheneia and Its Cognates in the Pauline literature" by David Alan Black...PURCHASE HERE

S2,Episode 10 FINALE: Statements We Could do Without (with Tim from the New Evangelicals)

Continuing in the legacy established in Season 1, this final episode is another examination of "Statements We Could Do Without"...but with a twist! Tim Whittaker from the New Evangelicals contributes his thoughts about the following statements we make that might need some evaluation:

 

* "Your not a Christian if you...."

* "The Bible is clear"

* "Hate the sin, but not the sinner"

* "They're only human"

 

If you'd like to check out the New Evangelicals you can find them on Instagram: @thenewevangelicals or on their website: www.thenewevangelicals.com

S2, Episode 9 - Intimacy with God

We so often hear in the Christian world, that relationship is at the core of faith. But how do we actually develop an intimate relationship with Him? Many Christians find this question really difficult to answer, because we've been doing the typical activities associated with relationship (Prayer, Reading the Word, Attending Church) for so long, without a great change in the connection we experience with Him. 

In this episode, Mel takes on some of the biggest Pink Elephants relating to this topic. With some thoughts to help you draw closer to God.

Season 2 - Episode 8: Kingdom Culture with the Uprising Podcast

In this months episode, I got the pleasure of interviewing Alex Headrick & Bryan Burkholder of the UPRISING PODCAST. These guys are seriously insightful, thought provoking and I'm confident they'll get your brain juices going!

In this episode they talk all about the Kingdom Culture, and how we can elevate our perspective to consider the Kingdom way...which is not always so obvious.

Go check these guys out at www.theuprisingpodcast.com or you can follow them on social media. 

Season 2 - Episode 7: Waiting

We presume that waiting is barrier to what God really wants us to experience in life: the destination. But the scriptures show us many things about waiting and how critical it is to the process of deepening our faith. 

In this months episode, discover what God might intend for your waiting season...it may just be the actual breakthrough you need.

 

I cover this topic even more extensively in my latest book: "Deep Faith, Resilient Faith: Curing Shallow Christianity"...check it out at www.https://www.meljsaward.com/store/p/deep-faith-resilient-faith

Season 2 - Episode 6: Peace

Most people want more peace in life, whether they are Christian or not. But what exactly is peace, and how is depth effecting our experience of this incredible Christian concept?

Season 2 - Episode 5: Freedom

We are told that we are free, but why don't we feel free? What don't we comprehend about scripture that could truly unshackle us? This is the question Mel explores, having desired true freedom herself. 

In this episode, Mel also talks about her past struggles with pornography. So be sure to listen to this episode without little ones around.

As a bonus, Fight the New Drug a non-religious group that raises awareness about the harms of pornography, have offered a 15% discount on all their merchandise! Listen to the end to get the code, and support the cause.

Season 2 - Episode 4: Spiritual Gifts

Spiritual Gifts are a beautiful blessing that God has given us. But often we are unable to experience the fullness of this gift. And why would that be?

In this episode, Mel talks about some critical missing pieces in the operation of the gifts of the Spirit. With the hope that you are able to experience the blessing it was always meant to be to our lives and communities. 

 

Links:

www.spiritualgiftstest.com

https://www.instagram.com/preachersnsneakers/

https://www.instagram.com/thenewevangelicals/

 

 

Season 2 - Episode 3: ”The Prophetic”, And Interview with Charissa Steffens

This month in the Pink Elephant podcast Mel interviews Charissa Steffens to discuss the place of Prophetic ministry. Charissa herself is an exceptional example of stewarding the gift of prophecy and she discusses in this episode some of the challenges that prohibit believers from going deeper in the prophetic ministry. 

Charissa's podcast "Abiding Matters with Charissa" is available on all major podcast providers, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or you can access any of her resources, including devotionals at her website: www.abidingmatters.com.au.