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The Pink Elephant
by meljsaward
There is a pink elephant in the Christian world. Despite all we have and all the resources at our fingertips...it can feel like something is missing in our faith experience. This podcast investigates exactly what is missing, and how we can move toward a deeper more satisfying faith.
Episodes
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Season 5, Episode 10 - FINALE Statements We Could Do Without (Worship Edition)
In this final episode of the podcast, Mel explores some statements that are made in the worship setting that we could maybe do without. Since it is the last episode, Mel also shares some reflections of her time as a podcaster.
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Season 5, Episode 9: Interview with Marty Solomon (New book!)
This last month, Josh and I had the pleasure of interviewing Marty Solomon again about his new book "The Gospel of Being Human" that he has co-authored with Reed Dent. The book is all about our understanding of what it means to be human, and how that also effects what we read in scripture. The…
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Season 5, Episode 8: How to Pray
In last months episode, Mel delivered a practical episode on reading the Bible, intended to enhance the positive experience associated with a devotional time. But of course, a devotional time is not only made up of reading the Bible. We can't forget prayer! In this episode, Mel discusses some...
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Season 5, Episode 7: Reading the Bible
As a flow on from last month's episode about RENEWING THE MIND, Mel proposes some practical thoughts on how we can have a positive and affirming experience when reading the Bible. A great practical episode that will surely help you in your devotional life.
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Season 5, Episode 6: Renewing the Mind
Romans 12:2 tells us that we are to be transformed by the renewing of the mind. But how in the world do we do that? In this months episode, Mel explores this verse and provides some suggestions for how we can go about effectively renewing our minds. Check it out, where all good podcasts are found...
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Season 5, Episode 5 - Endurance
The Bible is full of the encouragement to endure. In this months episode, Mel explores the theme of endurance offering the factors that help us to endure through tough situations. Check it out where all good podcasts are found
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Season 5, Episode 4 - Hearing God with Rev Dr Tania Harris
This months episode Mel interviews Rev Dr Tania Harris all about Hearing God. Tania is the Director of God Conversations, a ministry birthed out of her PHD where she examined the ways in which God speaks in the scriptures. Check it out where all good podcasts are found. FYI - there will be no...
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Season 5, Episode 3 - The Psalms with Rev Dr Melinda Cousins
In this final episode of this 3-part series on Worship, we hear from the Reverend Dr Melinda Cousins about the Psalms. Melinda studied the Psalms for her PHD in 2016, and has some great insights to share on the idea of pilgrimage. Check it out!
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Season 5, Episode 2 - What Does It Mean to Worship?
Episode 2 of this 3 part series on Worship, discusses some aspects of worship that we don't always talk about. What does it really mean to worship? Is the songs we sing on a Sunday what God had in mind when He asked us to live a life of worship? In this months episode, Mel promises to delve a...
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Season 5, Episode 1 - Praise with Melinda Medvedsky
We're back! To kick off this new season, we will spend a few episodes talking about Praise and Worship. Melinda Medvedsky, a Worship consultant to local churches, spent some time with Mel in this first episode, talking about Praise. Check it out!
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S4, Episode 9 - SEASON FINALE with Marty Solomon & Josh Saward
For this Season 4 finale episode, Mel continues her legacy of "Statements We Could Do Without" with a guest: Marty Solomon!! The creator of the BEMA podcast and the author of "Asking Better Questions of the Bible". Also, welcome for the first time a guest host, and husband of Mel...Josh Saward!...
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S4, Episode 8 - How to stop judging others
In this months episode, Mel examines the theme of judgement and considers various keys to refraining from the sin of judgement. Additionally, she provides some thoughts on how to handle when others judge you.
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S4, Episode 7 - Ecclesiastes Part 2
In last months episode, Mel started by unpacking Ecclesiastes and demonstrating that the teacher is seeking self-fulfillment, that ultimately leaves him unfulfilled. By following his logic, the reader naturally arrives at some important questions: What are we meant to do with this message? What…
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S4, Episode 6 - Ecclesiastes Part 1
In this first segment of a 2-part series, Mel explores the book of Ecclesiastes. What is this book about? What hidden gem can be found in this book that is entirely countercultural and challenging to the core? Ecclesiastes is a rich text that is often misunderstood, so be sure to check this one out.
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S4, Episode 5 - Is anger always negative?
Anger can be an extremely dangerous emotion and there is plenty in the scriptures that tell us the sinful consequences of unbridled anger. But is anger always negative? In this month's episode Mel takes a look at Anger in the scriptures and presents some unusual insights, as well as some tips to...
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S4, Episode 4 - What can we learn from Jonah?
Jonah is one of the most unique stories to be found in the Bible. But what is the point of it? Many times, it has been said that Jonah is a message to remind us of what can happen when we disobey God. However, in this months episode, Mel examines in depth the hidden Pink Elephants revealed…
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S4, Episode 3: Retribution Principle with Edwina Blair
In this months episode, Edwina Blair, Associate Lecturer in Biblical Studies, talks with us about the Retribution Principle, an ideology that is present in the Old Testament. This Principle can effect how we interpret or misinterpret the Old Testament scriptures - so get ready to have your mind...
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S4, Episode 2: Trusting God
We have so many reasons to distrust in this day and age. So how do we learn to trust God? What aren't we seeing about trusting God that could elevate our faith? That's the subject of this months episode! Mel tells you what the Bible says about trust and how you can grow to trust God more.
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S4, Episode 1: Being Righteous with Dr Denise Powell
Welcome back to Season 4! In this first episode for 2024, I interview Dr Denise Powell about the concept of being Righteous in the book of Luke, the subject of her PHD. Dr Denise draws incredible insights for our daily walk with God, that will challenge and humble.
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S3, Episode 10 FINALE - Statements We Could Do Without (Fear, Guilt & Shame EDITION)
In this FINALE episode for Season 3, Mel continues the legacy of 'Statements We Could Do Without'. Did you know that FEAR, GUILT & SHAME are really terrible motivators? Not only that, they are concepts that as Christians we aren't meant to carry anymore. In this edition, Mel takes a look at a few...
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S3, Episode 9 - What is holiness? What isn’t it?
Holiness can be confusing! In this episode, Mel discusses her first exposure to holiness and how utterly strange it was. So strange in fact that she decided not to think about it. Until last year when she started reading more extensively about the holiness movement. What was it about the message…
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S3, Episode 8 - Chapter 1 (Deep Faith, Resilient Faith)
As a special feature episode, please help yourself to this FREE audio-version of Chapter 1 from Deep Faith, Resilient Faith.
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S3, Episode 7 - False Humility
In this month's episode, Mel shares her most recent learnings about false humility. False humility can be deceptive. We often put our trust in people who appear humble, only to find out that they aren't really humble at all. In this episode, examines the goals and the gains of a false humility...
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S3, Episode 6 - Power & The Holy Spirit
In this months episode, Mel spends some time considering what power and witness might be, and how we often interpret them within the context of Acts 1:8 which says: "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and...
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S3, Episode 5 - Our Parents
There might not be any relationship that is more influential on the person you become than that of your parents. Even if they are absent, they still influence the person you turn out to be. There are some pink elephants in the Christian world when it comes to our parents...tackling these is the...
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S3, Episode 4 - Annette Spurr on Gratitude
In this month's episode Mel speaks with Author & Speaker Annette Spurr on the topic of Gratitude. Annette is the author of "The Simple Joy of Seeing God" where she shares many stories and thoughts on joy and gratefulness, and its relationship. You can find her on Instagram and Facebook.
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S3, Episode 3 - Hypocrisy
In this episode, Mel addresses a topic that is rarely taught about in church...despite Jesus' frequent teaching and warnings on the subject - prepare to have your mind opened!
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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
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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?
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Season 2 - Episode 2: ”Success”, An Interview with Dr Omar Djoeandy
In this first ever interview on the Pink Elephant podcast, Mel interviews Dr Omar Djoeandy author of "Redefining Success According to Jesus". Dr Omar shares the scriptural foundation for success, providing great stories and examples along the way. Purchase his book or download a free chapter at...
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Season 2 - Episode 1: Seeking
In this episode, Mel explores the significance of 'Seeking' in scripture and discovers that there is more to it than simply reading scriptures each day. Find out how this revolutionary idea could change how you see God
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Season 2 - Intro
Welcome back for Season 2! We have much to look forward to in this season, including some special guests and the usual array of great topics Tune in this year to be challenged and...GO DEEPER!
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Episode 20 - Statements we could do without
In the final episode of Season 1, Mel takes on a few common statements that are used in the Christian world that probably aren't the most helpful. What might be the impact to our faith with statements like: "Blessed to be a blessing" "God is in Control" "The best is yet to come" Check out this...
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Episode 19: Rest
On the 7th day of creation, God rested. God then initiates a rest day for His people, which they were to honour. But something has changed between then and now. Our society including Christians has gravitated toward an exceptionally busy lifestyle, devoid of rest. What is missing? How might there...
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Episode 18 - Hearing the Holy Spirit
This is the 3rd episode in the Holy Spirit series, where Mel shares some ways that you can grow in hearing the Holy Spirit give individual guidance. Mel talks about a unique approach to hearing the Holy Spirit based on the inherent risks associated with each type, and how she mitigate such risks.…
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Episode 17: The Anointing
In this second episode in the 3-part Holy Spirit series, Mel tackles the concept of the anointing. Whilst the concept mainly occurs in the Old Testament, in many churches today the anointing and the 'anointed' is still believed to be a Pastor or Leader chosen by God. Mel pokes some holes in this...
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Episode 16: The Holy Spirit (Part 1)
There are many things missing when it comes to how we behave and cooperate with the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Mel starts a much needed conversation about the barriers that stand in the way of experiencing the fullness of the Spirit in this day.
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Episode 15: Shame
We know that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ (Romans 8:1). But why do we still struggle with shame? In this episode, Mel gets deeper into the subject of shame and how you can be free of it
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Episode 14: Guilt
Guilt is a powerful emotion. And often it rules our actions and behaviours, like an oppressive master. Guilt is misused, misunderstood and misappropriated in the Body of Christ. In this episode, Mel considers guilt and how it is affecting our relationship with God, and the health of the Christian...
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Episode 13: Oneness with Each Other (The Church)
In John 17, Jesus prays to the Father that those who believe the gospel message would be ONE. Whether you love or hate the Church, this episode delves into the Pink Elephants that often prohibit the accomplishment of the lofty vision Jesus had for His people: ONENESS WITH EACH OTHER.
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Episode 12: Oneness with God
In this episode, we explore the concept of 'Oneness'. What is it and how does it change how we look at our relationship with God?
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Episode 11: Pride & Humility
Pride and humility are two of the most discussed topics in the scriptures. It holds so much opportunity for growth and healing. And yet, it is not a common message in the Christian community. In this episode, Mel pulls apart these ideas and demonstrates the practical hope available to every...
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There is a pink elephant in the Christian world. Despite all we have and all the resources at our fingertips...it can feel like something is missing in our faith experience. This podcast investigates exactly what is missing, and how we can move toward a deeper more satisfying faith.
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There is a pink elephant in the Christian world. Despite all we have and all the resources at our fingertips...it can feel like something is missing in our faith experience. This podcast investigates exactly what is missing, and how we can move toward a deeper more satisfying faith.
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