Outside of Sunday

Are we hiding our Christianity? And have we become so focused on our own churches that we've forgotten about the wider body of Christ and the mission we're all called to?
In this Insights episode, Laura and I reflect on our conversation with Dave Mann from Shining Lights Trust, founder of The Hope Project, and unpack some of the things that challenged and encouraged us. We chat about church unity, why Christians shouldn't be surprised when their faith is met with opposition and get into why it's time to stop hiding our faith and start bringing Christ back into our communities. New Zealand needs hope, and the world needs Christ!
Outsiders, let's be encouraged to live our faith boldly, shine our light and make Jesus known. ❤️
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00:00 - Coming up
00:45 - Welcome to Outside of Sunday: Reflecting on Dave Mann
01:22 - Life Is Short: Why We Can't Delay Sharing the Gospel
05:00 - The Hope Project, Evangelism & a Quiet Revival
10:25 - Church Unity: Your Church Is Not the Church
16:00 - Street Evangelism & Finding Opportunities to Share Jesus
20:30 - Understanding Jesus' Parables, the Holy Spirit & God's Design
26:58 - The Sexual Revolution, Sin & Why Christians Face Opposition
39:03 - How Christianity Shaped Our Culture & Society
46:10 - Uncloseting Christianity: Stop Hiding Your Faith!
52:55 - Bringing Christ Back Into Christmas & Our Communities
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This week on Outside of Sunday, we're joined by Dave Mann, founder of The Hope Project, to hear the story behind an incredible vision to share the message of Jesus with households across New Zealand. 
From coming to faith as an 11-year-old, to a call into ministry, years serving in Singapore, and eventually returning to New Zealand with a burden to see the Gospel reach every home, Dave shares the journey, challenges and unexpected provision of God along the way. 
We also discuss the changing face of Christianity in New Zealand, whether the Church has lost sight of its wider mission, bringing Jesus back into Christmas and Easter, and why evangelism isn't just about getting people through our church doors, but helping them take steps towards Jesus.
To find out more about the Hope Project, click here. 
To support Thinking Matters, click here. 
To support Outside of Sunday, click here. 
00:00 - Introducing Dave Mann & The Hope Project
01:08 - From a Broken Home to a Life Changed by Jesus
03:12 - A Calling to Ministry at Just 14 Years Old
09:18 - Have Churches Lost Sight of the Mission?
14:11 - Following God's Unexpected Call to Singapore
18:34 - Returning to New Zealand With a Vision for Evangelism
20:22 - Rethinking Evangelism: Why Great Questions Matter
23:45 - The Miraculous Beginnings of The Hope Project
31:29 - What Happened to Christianity in New Zealand?
36:26 - Bringing Jesus Back Into Christmas and Easter
48:04 - Stories of Hope: Reaching People Outside the Church
52:40 - How to Get Involved in Reaching New Zealand for Jesus
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What is Christian Apologetics? In this Insights episode, I'm reflecting on our conversation with Nic and Annalise from Thinking Matters, exploring Christian apologetics, the relationship between faith and reason, and whether we can really know that Christianity is true. Featuring insights from John Lennox, and asks - are we genuinely seeking the truth? If we are, we don't need to be afraid of the questions. We can bring our doubts to Jesus - because He isn't hiding from us.
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Click here for info on the Thinking Matters NZ camps: https://www.thinkingmatters.org.nz/events/
Click here for Ray Comfort and Living Waters content: https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWaters
Click here to learn more about Lee Strobel and The Case for Christ: https://leestrobel.com
Click here to check out J. Warner Wallace and Cold Case Christianity: https://www.youtube.com/@ColdCaseChristianity
Click here for some of Dr Stephen Meyers content: https://www.youtube.com/@DrStephenMeyer
Click here to watch the episode with John Lennox on Diary of a CEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLrvJeSugkM
0:00 - Coming up
0:26 - Introduction | Thinking Matters & the NZ Election
1:18 - Chantelle Baker: How to Make Your Vote Count
4:47 - Nick & Annalise: A Love Story Built on Apologetics
5:50 - Growing Up Christian: Jesus Clubs & Youth Camps
7:38 - What Is Christian Apologetics? Defending What We Believe
9:40 - John Lennox: Can We Know Christianity Is True?
12:34 - Do You Need All the Answers Before Coming to Jesus?
15:10 - Does Creation Point to a Creator? Exploring Faith & Science
16:14 - Best Christian Apologists & Resources for Beginners
19:12 - 1 Peter 3:15: Sharing Your Faith Without Fear
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To watch this episode on YouTube click here. How do we go from feeling embarrassed to call ourselves Christians to having the confidence to stand firm in what we believe?

In this episode, we're joined by newlyweds Nic and Annalise Blackie from Thinking Matters to chat about their journey into Christian apologetics and their heart for equipping young believers. From starting a Jesus Club at high school to running apologetics camps for young people, we discuss navigating tough questions, sharing the gospel, and building a solid foundation for our faith. We also explore how apologetics can strengthen our faith through seasons of doubt, suffering, and uncertainty, and how we can better equip the next generation to confidently live out and share their faith.

Whether you've ever struggled with feeling confident in your Christianity or want to be better equipped to share the gospel, we hope this conversation encourages and challenges you. To find out more about Thinking Matters and their camps, check out the links in the description below!

To support Thinking Matters, click here. To learn more about their camps, click here.

To support Outside of Sunday, click here. 

00:00 How to Share the Gospel & Defend Your Christian Faith
00:40 Meet Nick & Annalise Lackey from Thinking Matters
02:37 How Nick & Annalise Came to Faith
03:44 Why Evangelism Led Nick to Christian Apologetics
05:35 From Christian Apologetics to Ministry
06:15 Starting a Jesus Club at a Secular High School
07:08 Using a Podcast to Share the Gospel Online
07:58 How Christian Parents Can Encourage Questions & Faith
08:40 Winning the Person, Not the Argument
09:00 Learning Evangelism from Ray Comfort
10:52 Can We Ask Tough Questions About Christianity?
11:40 Thinking Matters: Christian Camps, Schools & Conferences
12:07 Equipping Young People Through Christian Apologetics
12:48 How to Defend the Pro-Life Position
14:38 Why Apologetics Matters for Sharing the Gospel
15:21 Stories of Young Christians Growing in Confidence
17:15 Building a Solid Foundation for Your Christian Faith
18:00 Who Are Thinking Matters Camps For?
18:18 Working Together in Ministry as Newlyweds
19:05 Bringing Christian Apologetics Into Schools
19:40 Supporting Student-Led Jesus Clubs
20:11 Milk Cartons, Creation & Concentration Camps Explained
21:16 Why Does God Allow Evil & Suffering?
22:28 Trusting God Through Personal Suffering & Doubt
23:14 How Apologetics Helps Us Through Difficult Times
24:32 How to Prepare to Defend Your Christian Faith
25:45 What to Do When You Don't Know the Answer
26:38 How Do You Live Your Faith Outside of Sunday?
28:01 Support Thinking Matters & Outside of Sunday
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Hey Outsiders! In todays Insights episode, Laura and I are unpacking a few big conversations happening in the Christian world, from concerns about false teaching to the difficult questions surrounding justice, forgiveness and shunning.
We start by looking at some recent conversations in the online Christian space, including John and Korey Cooper from Skillet speaking with Alisa Childers about church abuse and the New Apostolic Reformation. We then reflect on our conversation with Rosanna Overcomer and the ongoing fight for justice for Gloriavale survivors. What does it look like to forgive while still pursuing justice? How should we respond when people are held accountable for their actions? And is shunning biblical?
As always, we’re working through these questions together and looking to God’s Word for wisdom and understanding. We hope this conversation encourages you to think deeply, test what you hear against Scripture, and keep seeking truth. 
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Alisa Childers Skillet episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GwayjaKqfQ
Growing up Maori in Gloriavale - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYmk7XmtGcA
Sam Troth website - https://www.theroadtohealing.co.nz
GotQuestions.com article - https://www.gotquestions.org/excommunication.html
0:00 - Coming up
0:37 – Welcome
01:18 – Skillet's John & Korey Cooper Speak Out About Church Abuse | Alisa Childers Interview
10:23 – Rosanna Overcomer Recap: Life After Gloriavale & the Fight for Justice
11:14 – Laura's Reaction: The Lasting Impact of Spiritual Abuse
18:34 – Christa's Reaction: False Doctrine, Spiritual Manipulation & Protecting the Vulnerable
24:45 – The New Zealand Justice System: Gloriavale, Sexual Abuse & Victim Advocacy
29:37 – Forgiveness vs Justice: Should Sexual Offenders Face Greater Consequences?
33:37 – Character References & Sentencing: The Fight for Justice in New Zealand
37:37 – Can Christians Forgive Without Restoring Trust?
39:37 – What Does the Bible Say About Forgiveness & Church Discipline?
41:37 – Is Shunning Biblical? Spiritual Abuse vs Church Discipline
43:37 – The Purpose of Church Discipline: Truth, Repentance & Restoration
46:25 – Final Thoughts
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Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.