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How does the local church meaningfully engage in overseas mission? In this episode AP talks to Ross Pethybridge about how his congregation engages with this Biblical challenge. There's no greater joy than being involved in what Jesus is doing in the world, and thankfully He delights in using especially those who are weak in this world to display His divine strength.

Is Eastern Orthodoxy compatible with evangelical Christianity?

Jodi Pickard talks to AP about 'House of Refuge' a church based ministry designed to help pregnant women—and their male partners—in their hour of need. Reflective of God's love for us in Christ, 'House of Refuge' seeks to bless people with practical and emotional support.

Raymond Ibrahim talks to Mark Powell from The Australian Presbyterian about Islam's historic and ongoing conflict with Christianity.

AP's convener Mark Powell talks to Prof. Patrick Parkinson, former Dean of Law at the University of Qld, about the growing challenge to religious freedom in Australia and the West. Prof. Parkinson talks about his new book Unshaken Allegiance (Matthias Media, 2025) and what this means for followers of Jesus today.

Dave Jensen talks to Mark Powell about why he believes the local church is the best place to do evangelism and why we should be encouraged about the task.

Rev. Mark Leach talks to AP about why he left pastoral ministry as an ordained Sydney Anglican with over thirty years experience to confront the rising threat of antisemitism.

Dr Tim Orr talks to Mark Powell about how to share the Gospel of Jesus with those of a Muslim faith. Dr. Orr is a scholar of Islam and an Evangelical minister, whose work emphasises the theological, historical, and sociopolitical intersections between Christianity and Islam.

AP talks to 'Kate' the CEO of Dignity Freedom Network about this excellent ministry which seeks to transform girls was being viewed as "untouchable" to finding meaning, dignity and purpose.

Glenn Davies, the current bishop for the Diocese of the Southern Cross and former Archbishop of Sydney, discusses why he helped to produce an Australian creed for sexual integrity. This document seeks to faithfully uphold the teaching of the Bible and provide a positive vision for human flourishing.

In this episode of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, host Mark Powell speaks with Ashley Saunders, CEO of Barnabas Fund Australia - barnabasaid.org Barnabas Aid is an international aid agency that aims to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their faith.   DISCOVER MORE: www.barnabasaid.org   For more episodes of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, visit AP.org.au   This podcast episode is recorded and produced by Production Farm Studios

In this episode of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, host Mark Powell speaks with Sam Green. Sam spends his life engaging with Islamic communities to speak the truth of Christianity. DISCOVER MORE: http://www.engagingwithislam.org/ https://answering-islam.org/authors/green.html http://www.youtube.com/@SamuelGreen-AU https://au.thegospelcoalition.org/profile/samuel-green/ https://matthiasmedia.com.au/products/where-to-start-with-islam For more episodes of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, visit AP.org.au This podcast episode is recorded and produced by Production Farm Studios

Tim Chester talks to the Australian Presbyterian about his latest book - 'Enjoying Jesus'. The challenge as evangelicals today is to not just know Jesus theologically as having ascended into heaven, but to know Him personally as the Living Lord today!

In this episode of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, host Mark Powell speaks with Heather Greatbatch about her journey in becoming a Christian and the 'heavy privilege' of caring for elderly parents. Heather shares insights into the trials and blessings that come with such caregiving, as well as the legacies of faith and selflessness her parents left behind. If you’d like more information on the retreat centre they have established then click on the website below: www.bindawalla.com.au   00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:25 Heather's Early Life and Christian Upbringing 03:26 Father's Influence and Evangelism 06:22 Mother's Illness and Family Trials 16:06 Coping with Dementia 28:00 Balancing Marriage and Caregiving 32:29 The Heavy Privilege of Caregiving 34:17 New Beginnings in Tasmania 35:44 Bindawala: A Retreat for Carers 41:29 Encouragement for Caregivers   For more episodes of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, visit AP.org.au   This podcast episode is recorded and produced by Production Farm Studios

In this episode of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, host Mark Powell sits down with Dr. Marshall Ballantine-Jones to discuss the sensitive and pervasive issue of pornography. Dr. Ballantine-Jones, who holds a doctorate on the societal impacts of pornography, shares his personal faith journey and presents alarming statistics about the prevalence of pornography in the Church and wider community. The discussion delves into the harmful effects of porn on individuals, relationships, and society, and offers hope through practical solutions and spiritual guidance. Learn more about the Resist program, a course designed to help people break free from pornography addiction. Discover more: https://resistprogram.org/ https://resistporn.org/ More useful links: https://www.esafety.gov.au/ https://www.bark.us/ https://www.qustodio.com/en/ https://www.covenanteyes.com/ https://accountable2you.com/ For more episodes of AP's Profiles in Christian Living, visit AP.org.au This podcast episode is recorded and produced by Production Farm Studios www.productionfarm.studio