FRESH TRUTH PODCAST

Shalom family - What an honour and tremendous blessing to have the CEO of Ariel Ministries Dr. Tim Sigler on the FT podcast with the usos Richie & Ajay to discuss a range of topics from studying God's Word from a Messianic Jewish perspective, Ariel Ministries, Replacement theology and Israel, Hebrew roots movement to praying for the peace of Jerusalem. #SoliDeoGloria Romans 11:26-27And so all Israel will be saved, as it is written: “The Deliverer will come out of Zion, And He will turn away ungodliness from Jacob. For this is my covenant unto them, when I shall take away their si eiee

We’re kicking off Season 5 of the FT Podcast with an insightful and encouraging conversation on a topic rarely talked about in Christian circles. In this episode, Brother Ronji joins us on the other side of the mic to talanoa/chat about the persecuted church, what the Bible says about persecution, and how he and his wife got into ministry serving persecuted brethren. He discusses the reality of Christian persecution around the world, the challenges some believers face for simply being a disciple of Jesus Christ, and what believers, particularly in the West can learn from those who are persecuted for the gospel of Jesus Christ. Brother Ronji offers up some wonderful challenges, encouragement and practical ways we can support and stand with our persecuted brethren. This episode is in many ways a reminder of the words of Jesus in John 15:18: “If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you.” A timely and sobering encouragement for followers of Messiah to stand firm in biblical truth and the gospel of Jesus Christ, regardless of the cost. Be challenged, encouraged, and stirred to live more boldly for Christ, to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and to go and tell of the saving gospel of Jesus Christ. #SDGFresh Truth Ministries has been immensely blessed by the service and labour of our fellow uso Ronji, unto the LORD, through this #budgetbutblessed ministry. What a blessing and gift to the body of Christ to have Ronji speak on a subject that’s dear to him for his final FT podcast before he and his beautiful wife head back onto the mission field to serve the persecuted church.

FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 40| S4 E8| WARNINGS AGAINST RELIGIOUS CHRISTIAN CULTS - DAVID TUPOU| An absolute joy and blessing to have the tokoua David on our 40th podcast/talanoa taking us through his journey through the organisation Church of Shincheonji, the origins and doctrines of the organisation and the tactics they use to recruit members, signs of a religious Christian cult, the sufficiency of God's Word and how he came to saving faith in the Messiah Jesus Christ. We praise the Lord for his saving grace in David's life and his courage to share his journey through an organisation like the Church of Shincheonji to saving faith in Christ in order to warn others in love of the dangers of religious Christian cults with the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. #ToGodBetheGlory 1 John 4:1Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world.

🎙📽FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 39 | S4 E7 | CHARISMATIC CHURCHES AND BIBLICAL TRUTH - LUTELU TANIELU| What a blessing to have the uso Telu on for this talanoa/podcast with Ronji to discuss a range of topics from seeking biblical truth whilst journeying through a charismatic church, the history of the Charismatic Movement, modern-day charismatic churches and practices and his encouragement for anyone journeying through a charismatic church and seeking biblical truth. Telu is also part of the FT aiga, contributing to Fresh Truth’s work through his artwork/graphics ministry and biblical commentary known as Unashamed Art. Malo, Brother LJ Tanielu, for this insightful faith conversation that reminds us of the settled sufficiency and truth of God’s Scriptures. Vikia te Aliki! #SoliDeoGloria As Fresh Truth Ministries (FTM), our prayer and encouragement always is that anyone tuning in or who comes across our content check all these things back against God’s Word and, to be like the Berean Jews in Acts 17:11, search the Scriptures daily to see if what is being said aligns with God's Word

🎥🎙FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 38 | S4 E6 | STANDING FOR CHRIST IN YOUTH AND COMMUNITY WORK| On this week's FT podcast is Caleb Fileo Va'a, a younger brother in Christ, a son of Otara, husband and Father discussing growing up in a Christian home, having a heritage of faith and community work through his parents, issues facing youth today to what does it mean and look like to be a witness for Christ and standing for Christ in youth and community work. What a blessing to have the uso Caleb on to have courageous faith conversations and another of our Va'a family share of the goodness and faithfulness of God. ✝️Philippians 1:21 - For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

🎥🎙FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 37 | S4 E5 | BIBLICAL FATHERHOOD - 'WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT FATHERHOOD? It is a wonderful privilege to have these brothers who love and fear the Lord come together (in celebration of Fathers' Day in NZ in 2024) and discuss what the Scriptures say about Fatherhood, raising and disciplining children and sharing their thoughts and experiences as Fathers and raising children in our modern world. Malo ‘Aupito usos David Fonokalafi Matele Misa Karl Tusini-Rex Risati Misi for your sharing. What a blessing to the body of Christ. ✝Psalm 103:13 Just as a father has compassion on his children, So the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, & the other usual social platforms. #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed

🎧🎙️🎬FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 37| S4 E4 | STREET EVANGELISM & SHORT TERM MISSIONS: AUOMANU ALIITU | We're back with another sisters podcast with Ala and a wonderful sister, Auomanu Luatua who shares her experiences of street evangelism and its importance and challenges. Sister Au also shares her experiences with short-term mission trips, lessons learned on the mission field, and her encouragement to believers who desire to get out onto the mission field and publicly share their Christian faith. What a wonderful blessing to have Sister Au's sharing encourage and edify the body of Christ. 🙌🏽 ✝️Romans 12:1 Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. 🎥🎤ALL our Pods and Talanoa are available on Spotify & YouTube

🎧🎙️🎬FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 35| S4 E3 | LEAVING A CHURCH, SPIRITUAL ABUSE & BIBLICAL DISCERNMENT: DAVID LAVULO | In this episode of the FT podcast, our guest is Brother David Lavulo, a proud Tongan, from central Auckland who recently wrote an FT guest blog on the topic of leaving church and spiritual abuse. David shares his experiences of leaving a church, spiritual abuse, deconstructing faith, biblical discernment and God's Word being the standard and authority in which we measure things like heresy, false teaching, a church's doctrine, dodgy pastors to church practices. What a blessing to have the toko on for these interesting and hard yet encouraging discussions. #ToGodBeTheGlory We are mindful that these topics are sensitive and we want to be clear that the approach to such topics is always done with grace, care and discernment. Should some of the discussion topics stir or challenge you we ask that you seek the Lord's guidance and good and wise counsel., or reach out to us. #SolDeoGloria 🎥🎤ALL our Pods and Talanoa are available on Spotify & YouTube. Acts 17:11 - These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the Scriptures daily, whether those things were so.

FRESH TRUTH PODCAST EP 34| S4 E2| MY FIRST MISSIONS TRIP: PS MATELE MISA | In this episode of the FT podcast, our guest is the uso Matele Misa - A Husband, Father, and Pastor of a local house church shares his experiences of shepherding a house church in South Auckland and his first time on the mission field through short-term missions trips. What a joy and blessing to have Brother Matele Misa share about how God has used him for his glory and kingdom be it as a shepherd, teaching God’s Word, a Father to his beautiful kids, Husband and on the mission field. #ToGodBeTheGlory ALL our Pods, Talanoa, and short Bible studies are available on Spotify & YouTube

The FRESH TRUTH Podcast is back again for our 4th year - PRAISE GOD! Thanks for your patience familly. We appreciate all your comments, connections & contacts through our Podcast these last 3 years. FRESH TRUTH continues to focus on preaching the gospel & standing for Biblical truth through our social media platforms, website & in-person events! SEASON 4 | EPISODE 33: To launch this new season, we have 3 x young Pacific men - Christian Tivoli, Jedidiah Natanielu & Nathanael Tivoli - share about their experiences of following Christ as young men at University, evangelism at different places, the lessons they've learnt from their parents, modern society etc. We were super blessed to have these young usos from South & West Auckland share openly about their love for Christ & His Word! Enjoy family!

FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E8 - ALFRED NGARO: CHRISTIANITY & POLITICS: How should Christians engage with the political system? Kia orana whanau! With the Election in NZ 10 days away (14/10/23), we asked Alfred Ngaro, former Cabinet Minister & Member of Parliament for 9 years in the NZ govt to give some perspectives on Christianity, the political system & how Christians can engage with grace & truth in politics. NOTE whanau, Fresh Truth is NOT telling anyone which party they should vote for. But we're praying & hoping Christians will exercise discernment, courage & wisdom when engaging in politics. 16 For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. 17 And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. (Colossians 1:16, 17 NKJV). FULL PODCAST available on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected])

FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E7 - EMANI (E-MAN) SUAESI: GOSPEL HIP HOP & MUSIC IN NZ. Our latest full Podcast drops with the uso Emani sharing his testimony & talents, talking about using rap & hip hop music to point people to Christ & share this glorious gospel message. LOVE how we can use different methods, different 'fish & loaves'God has given us as we live & share our faith BUT the message is sacred & remains the same. As Paul said, But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness;, 24 But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. (1 Corinthians 1:23, 24 KJV). FIND Emani's music on YouTube (under E.Man) or hit him up on FB Messenger! FULL PODCAST available on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected])

🎧🎙️🎬FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E6 – THE TITUS WOMAN: OLDER AND YOUNGER WOMEN IN THE CHURCH & BEING A HOMEMAKER. Blessed to have another womens podcast with some wonderful sisters around the topics of being a homemaker, older and younger women in the church, what mentorship looks like for women in the church and how do women come under authority or submission if there is no male authority particularly godly male authority in their life. 🎉Enjoy this talanoa of the sisters as they look to God’s Word to unpack these topics and give both Biblical perspectives & personal testimonies about these topics. Malo Aupito to these 4 sisters Ana, Maluatai, Ala & Bena for their courage to front & talanoa. SOLI DEO GLORIA!🙌🏽 🎥🎤ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube & the other normal platforms.

🏉🎥🎙 FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E5 - PAUL MILLAR: INTENTIONAL LIFESTYLE EVANGELISM: SHARING CHRIST IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY. We LOVED hearing from Brother Paul Millar in our latest Podcast about evangelism & sharing Christ in their local community, especially through sports. Paul is an elder at Mt Roskill Evangelical Fellowship (MEF). He offers some strong & clear encouragements & challenges about believers being purposeful & intentional with sharing this wonderful Gospel message to our families, friends & communities. There's some great lessons for Christ's disciples in this Pod. God bless the ministry & work of MEF uso, especially the involvement in Rugby League. 16 For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of, for necessity is laid upon me; yes, woe is me if I do not preach the gospel!L (1 Corinthians 9:16 NKJV) 📣📢FULL PODCAST available here on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected])

🇼🇸🎥🎙 FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E4 - JUNIOR MELEI: SEEKING TRUTH – JOURNEYING THROUGH THE EFKS & MORMON CHURCHES. Viia le Alii i mea uma! We had heaps of fun hearing from our uso Junior Melei about his journey of seeking TRUTH, his testimony, his journey through the EFKS & Mormon churches, & his finding of absolute TRUTH as found in Christ & His infallible, inerrant & sufficient Word! Thanks for sharing with the Fresh Truth aiga uso! All your words are TRUE; all your righteous laws are ETERNAL (Psalm 119:160 NKJV) FULL PODCAST available here on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected]) 🕎

🇮🇱🎥🎙FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E3 - AJ: THE BIBLE & ISRAEL - FRESH TRUTH PODCAST. Shalom family! There's many differing theological & political views about the nation of Israel & the role Israel plays in the Bible, prophecy & the endtimes. TODAY, our brother AJ from West Auckland & 🇨🇰 🇫🇯 🇳🇿 drops some wisdom about God's Word & the Jewish people. Check out his full podcast here family. "Now the Lord had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2 I will make you a great nation; I will bless you And make your name great; And you shall be a blessing. 3 I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” (Genesis 12:1-3 NKJV). FULL PODCAST available here on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected]) 🕎

🎙🎥FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - S3 E2 - EMELINE AFEAKI-MAFILE'O: LIVING FOR CHRIST IN BUSINESS & YOUTH MENTORING. Today, Emz shares her journey of representing Christ in youth mentoring, community work, entrpreneurship, business ownership in 🇳🇿 & 🇹🇴 & her famili. Fakafeta'i ki he 'Otua! FULL PODCAST available here on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. Check out our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to join our upcoming newsletter ([email protected])

FRESH TRUTH PODCAST - SEASON 3 - DR TERRY POUONO: FROM MALUA TO LAIDLAW (KEY ISSUES FACING CHRISTIANS IN NZ TODAY). We're so blessed to have Dr Terry Pouono (Lecturer in Theology, Laidlaw Bible College & former Malua Theological College Graduate) join Ronji to debate/discuss/disagree on some really key issues facing Christians & the church in NZ & beyond. We covered the role of & sometimes the elevation of faifeaus, ecumenicalism, churches in NZ, Bible colleges & other big issues! FULL PODCAST available here on FB, Spotify, YouTube etc. PLEASE Like, Share, Comment below family. You can check our website (www.freshtruthministries.com) & email us to sign up to our NEW newsletter ([email protected]). VIIA LE ATUA!!

Kia orana fams, Manuia le tausaga fou!!! Happy new year team. Coming into a new year, we can often wonder what it holds for us. Sometimes this type of thinking goes into what the future of the world may be: What is the timeline? What does God have in store for His people? Is the end of time going to be filled with zombie's or some sort of virus controlling us (oh wait, is that us right now? LOL). We have many questions about the future because we're naturally curious about the 'unknown'. Well, VIIA LE ATUA He's already revealed some sections of the future to us. The study of this is called 'Eschatology' and it is what this talanoa is focussed on. In the study of eschatology, there are signposts God has given to His people to indicate what the future is holds. And guess what, He's the One who ultimately holds it ALL in His Hands. And if you've trusted in His Son, Jesus Christ, to save you from your sins and lead you in His will, then you'll be on the right-side of that future also. Have a listen to what we say about eschatology, and as we encourage often, apply a berean, prayerful attitude towards our thoughts by looking at the Word of God yourself. And excuse us for our fobbiness - there were some big words/terms used in this talanoa and we showed our freshness by attempting to sound poko/smart ha! (Oh nah, I mean, it was the wi-fi/Zoom playing up 👀🤣) Kia monuia, and God bless fams, Fob Truth... I mean, Fresh Truth brothers!

Malo E lelei fams! It's been a minute since we've released a podcast episode.  It's our honour to have Mr. Joe Pomelile sit down with the brother Richy Misilei in today's talanoa. Joe talks about his growing up in Tonga and having to move to NZ around the start of his teenage years, adjusting to a new culture, but how this all led up to his faith in Christ. That same faith carried him through to represent Tonga in weightlifting at this year's Commonwealth Games. And in that frame, Joe gives some advice to budding athletes.  ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected]   (This episode was recorded during the height of the Rugby League World Cup 2022, which explains why there are references to that massive event (which spurred every Samoan to pull out his/her fu'a, previously used to cover the mirrors at night 😂😜) #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed

Fakalofa lahi at ki a mutoli oti,   Crazy how time flies, doesn't it?! it's nearly the end of Oketopa (October)! Which means we're nearing..... October 31st! And what is traditionally celebrated on this day? Halloween!    As Halloween becomes more and more commercial, its popularity becomes more and more celebrated in our Pasifika families. But what about Christians, is it a celebration for us as 'children of the light and children of the day' (1 Thess. 5: 5)? See what the FTM brothers have to say about this as they apply the lens of God's Word to this occasion!   Tau Fakamonuinaaga! Mitaki e Atua!

🎤🎧🎥 BIBLICAL WOMANHOOD: 'WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAYS ABOUT WOMANHOOD'  Proverbs 31: 30 "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised"  Its is such a privilege to have these sisters, who love the Lord, come together and share their thoughts on a topic we know impacts all of us. Acknowledging Ala, Rabena, Glorya-Joy, & Lisiua, who will look at womanhood, marriage, singleness and motherhood - and what the Bible says about these things. Praise God for your hearts ladies! ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected]  #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed

S2E5 – PASTORING IN AOTEAROA TODAY & DENOMINATIONAL DIFFERENCES - FULL PODCAST. It's our priviledge to have Ps Jake Stowers (Elim Christian Church, in South Auckland) sit down with Bro Ronji Tanielu in this 'Shepherds Corner' talanoa. They explore the challenges for Pastors and what is influencing the church today and how these things hold up against the objective truth of Scriptures. Paul to Timothy says, 'You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also' (2 Timothy 2v1-2) **Apologies: This podcast is AUDIO ONLY** ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected] #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed

S2 E4 – CULTURAL WARS: ‘THE CLASH OF IDEAS & WORLD VIEWS’ - FULL PODCAST. Blessed to have Brother Ethan Aloiai (Samoan/Palagi) on our latest FRESH TRUTH PODCAST. Ethan is a follower of Christ, he teaches here in Auckland, NZ and in this talanoa gives insight to some of global hot topics around worldviews and ideologies – and challenges us as Christians “…to not lay down our weapons…” – as we continue to contend for the faith (Jude 1v3). Check out our podcast with @Ethan Aloiai, as he discusses these topics, including: Critical Theory; Critical Race Theory; the difference between a worldview and ideology. ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected] #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed

🎧🎤🎬 S2E4 - THE BIBLE, CHRISTIANITY & WOMEN - FULL PODCAST - THANKFUL to the Lord for these sisters who took on some major yet controversial topics related to the Bible, Christianity & Women. Topics included the role of women in the local church & can women preach, teach or pastor according to Scripture? Listen to these sisters talanoa about these important topics & give both Biblical perspectives & personal testimonies about these topics. We WELCOME constructive feedback whanau so send through any comments, thoughts, questions & insights. Malo aupito to these 4 sisters Ala Tee Nisi-Nesa Taufa Ilai Finau & Bena for their courage to front & talanoa. SOLI DEO GLORIA! 🕎 ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms 🕎 WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media ‍🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected] #freshtruthpodcast #freshtruthpodcast #budgetbutblessed #WomenChristianityAndBible

S2E2 - THE BIBLE & MENTAL HEALTH/MENTAL ILLNESS - FULL PODCAST. Honoured to have the toko Vaea Hopoi join us on the latest FRESH TRUTH PODCAST. Vaea has many years experience working in addictions treatment, counselling, problem gambling, Lifeline & in other mental health/illness fields. Vaea is married with children, a NZ-born Tongan, studied in theology, addictions & counselling & is a hearty followe of Christ & His Word. Check out the talanoa with Vaea Hopoi about the Bible & Mental Health/Illness, defining what is mental illness, looking at how Christians can handle mental illness & highlighting some Scriptures to help in these areas. Glory to God Alone! ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media ‍...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected]

✝🙏Easter is the most significant part of the year for Christian believers.  Where we reflect on the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Ultimately, it was because of this wonderful act of mercy, the gift of such undeserving grace – we were saved from God’s righteous wrath. Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord”  Watch 🎥 this EASTER TALANOA from Fresh Truth Ministries as we unpack together the true meaning behind the Easter season. Check out, share, comment & ask any questions in the section below. Otherwise, please keep praying for this work to encourage believers and honour the LORD. 🧐🤔👍🙏

⚡️✝️S2E1 FULL PODCAST✝️⚡️ BLESSED to have our dear Uso Allan Va'a launch our 2nd season of our longer form FRESH TRUTH PODCASTS. Allan is a passionate follower of Jesus, a father, husband, grandfather, local church pastor & has 30+ years serving & working with children, young people & families in his beloved OTARA 274 & South Auckland. Allan shares his testimony with us & speaks on the topic BUILDING STRONG FAMILIES & COMMUNITIES WITH THE BIBLE & GOSPEL. A joy interviewing this humble servant of the Lord. LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT family! Viia le Atua!! #FreshTruthMinistries #BudgetButBlessed 🕎 ALL our Pods, Talanoa, short Bible studies are available on Spotify, YouTube, Insta & the other normal platforms 🕎 WE'RE always at risk of being cancelled or de-platformed on social media ‍🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️...so please engage on www.freshtruthministries.com OR [email protected]

Mālō le Soifua Maua ma le Lagi e Mamā, Our wonderful guest for this last podcast episode for the year #ChristInTheComunity, is the awesome Gillianne Ray, Samoan, and born & raised in Māngere, South Auckland (finally someone outside of the 274 ha!) but currently living in the Westside. A wife, mother and a passionate community worker and specialist adviser, you’ll get hear a little bit about Gillianne’s Samoan upbringing, but then how a certain act in her life made her reject the culture and ultimately belief in God. Listen to how Gillianne comes through all of that, back into the arms of our Mighty Saviour (who I might suggest, never let go of His daughter). Gillianne touches on is a very sensitive issue, so if listening to this brings up anything in particular for you, please reach out to us, and we can connect you to some good Christian professionals who deal with that particular topic. Wishing you all a blessed and wonderful Christmas, celebrating and acknowledging the Immanuel – 'God With Us', and a New Year in Him.“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests” (Luke 2: 14) Soifua, ma ia manuia.

🎄🎤🎧 MERI KERIHIMETE WHANAU. In our latest FRESH TRUTH TALANOA, we dive deeper into Biblical views on CHRISTmas - looking at objections & misconceptions to CHRISTmas, discussing Old Testament prophecies of Jesus' birth & how they're fulfilled in the New Testament, & practical ways we can use CHRISTmas to share the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ. CHRISTmas is always a time for food, fun, fellowship & faith. But we wanted to remind everyone of the True Reason for the Season - remembering & celebrating the miraculous birth of the Saviour of mankind, the One who was born to die for our sins! Comment, like & share whanau. BLESSED CHRISTmas from our Fresh Truth whanau to yours! For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6) 🎄🙏✝️ #FreshTruthMinistries #BudgetButBlessed #FreshTruthChristmasTalanoa

Mālō le Soifua Maua ma le Lagi e Mamā,  Things are opening up even more here in Aukilani but not enough for us to get our usual Podcast out. As we’ve mentioned, the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter Pods called #ChristintheCommunity, which are done online via ZOOM & are hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richy Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities.  Our wonderful guest for this Podcast episode is the wonderful Antoinette Tiatia, Samoan & born & raised in Ōtara, South Auckland (still carrying on that ‘Ōtara’ theme lol). If you have a proper dictionary, next to the words ‘hard worker’, ‘supporting behind the scenes’, ‘slogging it out’, etc., you’ll find Antoinette’s name next to it. Not only does she exhibit these traits in her extensive community work, but also in the gym. Check out this inspiring testimony from our sister in Christ and how her Christianity shapes her work.  And oh, we’ve received feedback from people that they want to see faces, so this will be the first episode you’ll see actual people talking, not just the audio. Soifua, ma ia manuia.   

“Mālō le Soifua Maua ma le Lagi e Mamā,  Our wonderful guest for this Podcast episode is Tia Suemai, Samoan & born & raised in Ōtara, South Auckland (‘Ōtara’ is a common theme for the last few episodes – must be something in the water there.) We’re not sure if there are enough words to describe this legend of a youth worker, but if you get the mayor of NZ’s supercity to say this about you: “A remarkable youth worker…highly effective at reaching out to local young people … he will be a valuable asset to the communities he chooses to live and work in”, then you know you’ve made some waves in the water.  Check out this inspiring testimony from this passionate follower of Jesus Christ! NOTE - Things are starting to open up here in Aukilani but not enough for us to get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called #ChristintheCommunity. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richy Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities.

Malo e lelei family. With all the massive changes and challenges we're facing regarding vaxx/unvaxxed, mandates, rights, freedoms, people losing jobs etc, the FRESH TRUTH brothers wanted to share a short LOCKDOWN TALANOA trying to offer some Biblical perspectives to three areas - the vaxx, mandates & the role of the Church & Christians during these times. These are trying times we're facing. But as believers and followers of Jesus Christ, we have a hope, foundation & assurance in Christ & His Word that encourages us regardless of the times we're facing. As the Messiah Himself says in John 16:33, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. We don't have all the answers, but we wanted to provide some views from Scripture. We welcome any (respectful) comments, questions or thoughts family so please share. We're also keen to pray for anyone too so let us know. Blessings in Messiah!

Fakaalofa lahi atu ki a mutolu oti. Auckland is still in its lockdown, so we still can't get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called #ChristintheCommunity. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richy Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities, even during the lockdown period.  Our amazing guest for this Podcast episode is Karl Tusini-Rex, Niuean & born & raised in Otara, South Auckland. Karl wears many hats… like A LOT! Too many to name here. Check out this inspiring testimony from our brother Karl. Fakaue lahi!

🎧🎤 ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ With Auckland in the middle of more lockdowns, we can't get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richard Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities. Our amazing guest in this Pod is TUTAVAKE (TEEZALL) PETERO, Cook Islander & born & raised in Otara, South Auckland. Teezall has a massive background in youth work, sports coaching, hip hop & community work. He is also the owner of LAST STANCE GYM in Otara, where he trains & coaches in muay thai kickboxing, boxing & other training. Check out this inspiring testimony from brother Teezall. ALSO, massive love & fakaaue lahi to son of Otara VINNY NIUTAMA (aka CHURCHABOYA) for allowing the use of his Christian hip hop music. Check Vinny's stuff out family! Meitaki maata!

🎧🎤✝ Malo ni family ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ Our FRESH TRUTH crew were massively blessed hearing these intelligent, Bible-believing, Christ-centred, bold, young Pasifika women share their insights & experiences on BEING A CHRISTIAN AT UNIVERSITY IN AOTEAROA. Fakafetai lahi lele @Kuini & @Lisiua for your courage to speak publicly about the challenges, joys & opportunities of being Christians on campus in today's NZ. God is STILL saving, discipling & using students at our Uni campuses! PLEASE comment, share & TAG the high-schoolers and Uni students in your life! Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & other Pod platforms under #FreshTruth. Ke manuia koe i te Alofa o te Atua ✝ ✝

🎧🎤✝ Malo lava family ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ Music is a massive part of churches, worshipping God & the lives of Polynesians. We asked Pat Mose, gifted musician who’s been in music ministry for 20+ years to answer this main question; MUSIC IN NZ CHURCHES TODAY – WORSHIP OR HYPE? Pat gives some honest, thoughtful answers to our questions. Enjoy the insights from this talented brother. Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & others under #FreshTruth. Faamanuia le Atua ✝ ✝ p.s. Pat is on FB, Insta and other platforms & he's happy to connect if keen. Glory to God!

🎧🎤✝ Malo e lelei famili ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ With social media dominating so much of our lives today, we wanted to ask Ala Teu (researcher, academic, raised in Tonga & South Auckland) how about BEING SALT & LIGHT ON SOCIAL MEDIA. Enjoy the ✝✝insights from this straight-up young Tongan/Samoan woman. Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & others under #FreshTruth. Faamanuia le Atua ✝ ✝

KIA ORA WHANAU! What's the Biblical definition of a pastor? Does the Bible teach women can be pastors? Are our churches entertaining, rather than teaching people the Bible? Is Christianity a white-man's religion? WHANAU, overjoyed to have our dear brother Pastor Clifford Wadsworth from Cornerstone Baptist in Otara, address these questions, and others, in our latest PASTORING A LOCAL CHURCH IN OTARA, SOUTH AUCKLAND. Privileged to korero with this dear brother. FYI Cornerstone Baptist meets on Sundays 33 Birmingham Road, Otara, South Auckland. Ma te Atua e manaaki! Hit us up on our Fresh Truth Ministries socials on FB, Insta etc. #BudgetButBlessed

A wonderful conversation with an amazing Tongan grandmother - Saane Finau - from Auckland, NZ. Saane shares about her search for truth, meeting & studying with Catholics, Methodists, Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons. She shares her testimony about finding Biblical truth, being passionate about the full Gospel of Jesus Christ, & also being a godly parent and grandparent to her 5 children and 15 grandchildren. If you're a parent/grandparent, or maybe you're searching for truth, have a listen to Saane's journey of faith. UPDATE & SPOILER ALERT - Since recording the Pod, her husband who she shares about in the Pod is now a born-again believer and follower of Jesus Christ. ALL GLORY TO GOD! 

Our special guest for this longer but power-packed episode is Dr Robert Siakimotu, who's been in Christian ministry for over 40+ years with OAC (Open Air Campaigners) Ministry, Walk Thru The Bible Ministry, and Onehunga Bible Fellowship. Robert has served the Lord throughout Aotearoa and all over the world, including Rwanda, Russia and Fiji. In this Episode, he covers the topic of being UNASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL. Robert is a proud Niuean, married to an amazing Fijian woman named Laisa, and live in Mangere, South Auckland. Check out the Episode family. #FreshTruthPodcast #BudgetAsButBlessed

Kia ora, Talofa lava, Malo e lelei and Greetings in the Beautiful Name of Jesus Christ! We are FRESH TRUTH MINISTRIES, a group of simple, budget as Bible-believing, Christ-centred followers of Jesus Christ. This is our first Podcast (cheehoo!!!). Leading us off is an awesome korero/talanoaga/discussion with Fred Luatua who helps co-lead Peachwood Bible Church, a small house church in South Auckland, NZ, that teaches God's Word expositionally and verse by verse, line by line in both Samoan and Englsih. In this Pod, Fred covers different issues like what is a house church, music in churches today, teaching in Samoan and English, and other cool topics. Check it out family. The Lord bless you and your aiga (Samoan for family) FRESH represents the fact that we come from Polynesian and Pacific backgrounds, but based in South Auckland in New Zealand. TRUTH shows our passion for Biblical truth and sound doctrine from God's Word. We are unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and we are committed to making stands for Biblical truth in our families, communities and nation. You can find out more info below family: www.facebook.com/FreshTruth1711 https://tupetoa.wixsite.com/freshtruth