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A podcast about how faith fits with your everyday life. Matt interviews various speakers from around the globe and invites them to share their own experiences. For those who are asking big questions around faith, religion, church, and life.
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Send us a text What happens when you gather a diverse community to unpack a phrase we often say but rarely examine? In this unique experiment, Matt brings together members of the Greater Things community to explore what it means to "raise your kids in the ways of the Lord." The conversation unfolds like a beautiful tapestry as each person contributes their distinct understanding. Elaine, a beauty therapist from Scotland, speaks passionately about how God's ways are reflected in our unique cr...
Send us a text Brian Simmons returns after facing significant health challenges to share his profound passion for the Song of Songs, revealing why this ancient text remains perhaps the most transformative book in Scripture for understanding God's heart toward us. After surviving heart failure with just 15% heart function, Brian brings renewed perspective on what truly matters - experiencing and sharing divine love. He offers a glimpse into the final stages of completing the Passion Translati...
Send us a text That breakthrough you've been praying for might be waiting—not in your striving, but in your sleeping. Divine rest isn't a luxury or an afterthought; it's foundational to how God designed us to function in relationship with Him. Ben Armstrong brings profound wisdom to our conversation about sleep, dreams, and the prophetic. He highlights how in the creation narrative, each day began with evening—a divine rhythm suggesting we should live from rest toward activity, not desperate...
Send us a text What happens when we strip away expectations and discover our authentic creative voice? Chris Folson's journey from atheist child to influential worship songwriter reveals powerful truths about creativity, faith, and finding your unique expression in a world that demands conformity. Growing up with entertainer parents, Chris absorbed creativity through osmosis while his grandfather's encouragement to question everything paradoxically led him toward faith. This fascinating back...
Send us a text What does it mean to truly be seen? To strip away the facades and connect with others in raw authenticity? Gavin Fuller, videographer, storyteller, father of five, and self-described "friend of Jesus," joins me for a conversation that will challenge how you think about identity and relationships. Gavin takes us into his imaginative prayer life, where he flips the famous Biblical question "Who do you say that I am?" back to Jesus, asking "Who do YOU say that I am?" The answer—"...
Send us a text Have you ever felt God calling you toward something that initially made you want to say "no thank you"? That's exactly what happened when artist Jessie DeCorsey felt the divine nudge to pick up her paintbrush again after years of creative trauma and disappointment. Despite being a lifelong artist with two decades of professional experience, Jessie had reached a point where painting was associated with so much hurt that she couldn't imagine returning to it. A professor's dismis...
Send us a text What happens when we finally remove the masks we've worn for decades? Betty Bradshaw's transformational journey takes us from performance-driven perfectionism to authentic spiritual identity in this powerful conversation. Betty opens up about growing up in a chaotic home with a brother battling addiction, which led her to build strong protective walls and dedicate herself to "doing everything the right way." This pattern served her well through raising four children and runnin...
Send us a text What happens when we learn to embrace connection in a world designed to keep us disconnected? South African-born Lana Enkelbrecht joins us to share her powerful insights on finding freedom through connected living. Drawing from her experiences across three countries and cultures, Lana reveals how disconnection from our true identity creates literal "dis-ease" in our bodies and relationships. With warmth and wisdom, she explores how our fast-paced, digitally-saturated world has...
Send us a text Andrew Battistella, pastor of a church in Ballarat, Victoria, brings a refreshing authenticity to this profound conversation about creating communities where people can truly be themselves. Rather than presenting a polished facade, Andrew identifies first as a "friend" - someone who loves journeying with people around tables filled with good food and honest conversation. The conversation explores what happens when we prioritize safety over perfection in our churches. His churc...
Send us a text We explore the biblical metaphor of God as the Potter and humans as clay through the unique perspective of Jade Schultz, an experienced potter who brings both spiritual and practical insight to this powerful imagery. • The importance of trust in the pottery process, paralleling our need to trust God during formation • How clay must be properly wedged (kneaded) to remove air bubbles before firing, similar to how we need preparation • Understanding our uniqueness in God's design...
Send us a text Discerning God's voice amidst the noise of everyday life presents a profound challenge for many believers. In this illuminating conversation with Naomi Byers, we explore the intricate art of hearing, testing, and applying divine messages with both confidence and humility. Naomi's journey from high school chemistry teacher to prophetic pioneer offers a fascinating perspective on spiritual discernment. With her unique blend of scientific thinking and spiritual sensitivity, she u...
Send us a text Forgiveness sits at the heart of Christian faith, yet too often we reduce it to a simple phrase or moment when the reality is far more complex and powerful. In this raw and deeply personal conversation, Ben Armstrong takes us behind the curtain of his own journey through infidelity, betrayal, and the long road to restoration in his marriage and family. Ben offers a refreshing perspective that challenges common misconceptions about forgiveness. "Forgiveness is given, trust is e...
Send us a text In this episode, Matt and Liz unpack how to live connected with God. Join them as they discuss rest, restoration, and freedom through their lived experiences. https://lizwright.org/ Support the show www.greaterthingsinternational.com
Send us a text Dive into this deeply insightful episode of the Greater Things Podcast featuring Liz Wright as we explore the transformative power of love and connection with God. In a world often marked by chaos and uncertainty, Liz shares her profound story of being enveloped in divine love and how this experience reshaped her understanding of identity and purpose. Tune in as Liz recounts her initial encounter with God's unconditional love, leading her from a place of pain and confusi...
Send us a text In this episode, I'm interviewing Ganit Peleg, who lives in Israel. With so much in the news about the Middle East, I've been searching for people living amongst all the strife and inviting them to share their stories. Ganit is a friend, wife, mother, and grandmother. Prior to the outbreak of war she has been working as a tour guide. Warning - This episode contains stories of war, abuse, murder, and rape. Support the show www.greaterthingsinternational.com
Send us a text In this episode, Matt talks with Alia Abboud. Alia works for Thimar, working deep within Lebanon to provide safe places for the many people displaced by the war happening all around them. This is a powerful conversation about finding God in the hardest places and discovering the power of what love can do. If you would like to give to the work that Thimar is doing, click on the link: https://www.thimar.org/lebanon-emergency-fund/ Support the show www.greaterthingsinternatio...
Send us a text In this episode, Matt chats with Ben about marriage, family, relationship, and how he lives them out in a daily & tangible way. Ben is a husband, father, and friend. He calls Bethel Church in Redding home, and his life blesses people all over the world. Support the show www.greaterthingsinternational.com
Send us a text In this episode, Matt interviews Jessie about her first book: Walk With Me. It's a book packed with her story, her experiences, and the great lessons of her life. Jessie is a wife, mum, friend, and brilliant artist. www.jessiedecorsey.com Support the show www.greaterthingsinternational.com
Send us a text In this episode, I chat with Rev Carl Smith. He's a vicar in England who is doing a profound job within his local parish. Carl talks about what God has been doing within the children of many schools his church ministers to. Support the show www.greaterthingsinternational.com
Send us a text Lisa Bruton is a speaker, podcaster, and founder and director of Arise Sanctuary, an organisation that has offered over 45 luxury boutique retreats for women in locations around the world. She is passionate about creating spaces for others to slow down, connect to God and hear His voice. Lisa has spoken at conferences and churches throughout Australia and overseas, where she openly shares her heart, funny mishaps, lessons and revelations. Lisa is a wife to Matty and mum to two ...
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