<![CDATA[The Unapologetic Podcast]]>1ed4ce25-a1a0-5c0c-a0e8-a7f2d880b320Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:07:02 +0000Captivate.fmGrainery Young Adultshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/4be04e87-93c9-474a-8a91-92e381b12d7f/1ROUX2RzrxjI9BgNcyxrHoye.pngThe Unapologetic PodcastGrainery Young AdultsGrainery Young AdultsUnapologetic Podcast is a Christian podcast where we don't avoid hard conversations, we aim for them. In each episode we will talk about the contentious, taboo and uncomfortable. If you don’t want to be challenged, these are not the podcasts for you. The 'Grainery Young Adults: Unapologetic Podcast' is produced specifically for adults (16+). The people interviewed express their personal experiences and opinions only, in the hope that the content challenges, encourages and sparks conversation among listeners.https://unapologetic.captivate.fmnoepisodicnopodcastEpisode 11 - IT'S ALL SPIRITUAL with Marinda BarkleyEpisode 11 - IT'S ALL SPIRITUAL with Marinda BarkleyIn this episode we go on location to the farm to hear from Marinda Barkley on spirituality. The recording is rough, but Marinda brings pure gold as she shares from her own experiences and understanding. Is everything spiritual? What are generational curses? Can Christians read Harry Potter, celebrate Halloween or watch scary movies? What other doors do we open, that might be making us vulnerable?

]]>In this episode we go on location to the farm to hear from Marinda Barkley on spirituality. The recording is rough, but Marinda brings pure gold as she shares from her own experiences and understanding. Is everything spiritual? What are generational curses? Can Christians read Harry Potter, celebrate Halloween or watch scary movies? What other doors do we open, that might be making us vulnerable?

]]>7b5c7ab8-1ad4-49f4-a47d-1a9f6ee95f7dTue, 31 Oct 2023 07:10:00 +110041:47nofull1111Grainery Young AdultsEpisode 10 - CONSTRUCTING FAITH: PART II with John CrawfordEpisode 10 - CONSTRUCTING FAITH: PART II with John CrawfordHow and why do we need the Bible, church and community and what does that look like? We are back with John Crawford, discussing faith and how to build a strong foundation.

]]>How and why do we need the Bible, church and community and what does that look like? We are back with John Crawford, discussing faith and how to build a strong foundation.

]]>5e085142-1290-40bd-a63a-70498a51e3b0Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:15:00 +110028:50nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 09 - CONSTRUCTING FAITH: PART I with John CrawfordEpisode 09 - CONSTRUCTING FAITH: PART I with John CrawfordAt some point, we all question our faith, and struggle to reconcile God's plans and purpose in our world. In this episode, we talk with John Crawford about how to navigate these questions and what it means to 'deconstruct' faith. Is it the end of the line for our faith? Can it be done well? Can Christians even ask these questions?

]]>At some point, we all question our faith, and struggle to reconcile God's plans and purpose in our world. In this episode, we talk with John Crawford about how to navigate these questions and what it means to 'deconstruct' faith. Is it the end of the line for our faith? Can it be done well? Can Christians even ask these questions?

]]>753610e6-1596-4fdf-acd8-cc6db7905a6fThu, 14 Sep 2023 22:00:00 +110029:01nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 08 - SHAME ON YOU with Angela McPhersonEpisode 08 - SHAME ON YOU with Angela McPhersonWhy do Christians pass judgement when we are meant to be sharing God’s love and hope? Could it sometimes be our job to point out other people’s sins? If we stay silent, is that the same as condoning someone's actions? In this episode, we are talking with Angela McPherson on the topic of shame. Angela shares openly about her own experiences and how shame has affected her, and where she has found healing through Christ. 

Warning: *this podcast may contain content and topics that are distressing to some listeners*

]]>Why do Christians pass judgement when we are meant to be sharing God’s love and hope? Could it sometimes be our job to point out other people’s sins? If we stay silent, is that the same as condoning someone's actions? In this episode, we are talking with Angela McPherson on the topic of shame. Angela shares openly about her own experiences and how shame has affected her, and where she has found healing through Christ. 

Warning: *this podcast may contain content and topics that are distressing to some listeners*

]]>7adf0606-6836-4036-ab43-eddf8aea5ecdTue, 22 Mar 2022 00:15:00 +110033:24nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 07 - LEADING LADIES with Rosie KendallEpisode 07 - LEADING LADIES with Rosie KendallFor International Women’s Day, we thought we would visit the archives and share our 2021 podcast, with special guest, Rosie Kendall.

Rosie sheds some light on what it looks like to lead well, we talk about what God thinks about women calling the shots, and different perspectives on women’s roles in ministry.

]]>For International Women’s Day, we thought we would visit the archives and share our 2021 podcast, with special guest, Rosie Kendall.

Rosie sheds some light on what it looks like to lead well, we talk about what God thinks about women calling the shots, and different perspectives on women’s roles in ministry.

]]>2cc30df7-2495-4194-9b8d-d36b669201a4Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +110037:10nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 06 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART III with Steve AllenEpisode 06 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART III with Steve AllenIn our final instalment of the series, Steve Allen talks: “why and how to read the Bible". If you’ve ever struggled with getting into the Word, or wondered if it’s really all that important, we talk about why we do it, and what our motivations should be. Steve demystifies the scriptures and shares his wisdom and heart as we discuss the Authority of the Bible.

]]>In our final instalment of the series, Steve Allen talks: “why and how to read the Bible". If you’ve ever struggled with getting into the Word, or wondered if it’s really all that important, we talk about why we do it, and what our motivations should be. Steve demystifies the scriptures and shares his wisdom and heart as we discuss the Authority of the Bible.

]]>db369e44-343b-4cef-99f5-7d4da1e4dc29Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:15:00 +110038:48nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 05 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART II with Matt Stackhouse & Rod ThompsonEpisode 05 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART II with Matt Stackhouse & Rod ThompsonGet your Bibles ready, this episode is packed with gold! We’ve covered what the Bible is, and how it came together but what about all those parts that don’t fit with our world view? I mean, some of it’s hard to explain or defend. Living in a fish, owning slaves, discrimination?

Could we get away with just using the parts that fit our social code?

We recommend some pre-reading to get yourself warmed up!

Take a look at Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, and James 1:22.

]]>Get your Bibles ready, this episode is packed with gold! We’ve covered what the Bible is, and how it came together but what about all those parts that don’t fit with our world view? I mean, some of it’s hard to explain or defend. Living in a fish, owning slaves, discrimination?

Could we get away with just using the parts that fit our social code?

We recommend some pre-reading to get yourself warmed up!

Take a look at Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, and James 1:22.

]]>2573715b-4537-4416-8968-0fa74c7b47c6Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +110051:55nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 04 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART I with Luke CollinsEpisode 04 - AUTHORITY OF THE BIBLE: PART I with Luke CollinsMost people in the world have heard of the Bible. But what is it, really? A story book, mythology, or is it actually the inspired word of God? If it is, how did we get it, how do we know it’s true and could there be mistakes in it?

]]>Most people in the world have heard of the Bible. But what is it, really? A story book, mythology, or is it actually the inspired word of God? If it is, how did we get it, how do we know it’s true and could there be mistakes in it?

]]>e6b3c93d-c8fe-4011-ba7b-690808cc67d0Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:36:00 +110046:52nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 03 - DRINKING CULTURE with Tom GrahamEpisode 03 - DRINKING CULTURE with Tom GrahamTurning water into wine was Jesus’ first miracle. Talk about a statement!

The Bible talks a lot about alcohol, and actually, so does our society. We figured, why not join in the conversation too. So, Grainery Young Adults Pastor Rachel Baker sits down and has a chat with Tom Graham about his journey with alcohol and his thoughts on “drinking culture”.

]]>Turning water into wine was Jesus’ first miracle. Talk about a statement!

The Bible talks a lot about alcohol, and actually, so does our society. We figured, why not join in the conversation too. So, Grainery Young Adults Pastor Rachel Baker sits down and has a chat with Tom Graham about his journey with alcohol and his thoughts on “drinking culture”.

]]>30af465f-a877-4c58-992a-6541e72b4f4eWed, 15 Dec 2021 11:15:00 +110040:45nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 02 - PONDERING PORN with Matt ScholefieldEpisode 02 - PONDERING PORN with Matt ScholefieldIf we know that pornography is just as prevalent in secular communities, as in Christian communities, what in the world are we doing wrong? Is it time to name and shame? Lose hope? Hide the problem and bury our heads in the sand? It’s obvious we don’t have all the answers, so join us as we ponder porn!

]]>If we know that pornography is just as prevalent in secular communities, as in Christian communities, what in the world are we doing wrong? Is it time to name and shame? Lose hope? Hide the problem and bury our heads in the sand? It’s obvious we don’t have all the answers, so join us as we ponder porn!

]]>d0d22bdb-11fa-4780-9b52-3eae72bb0694Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:15:00 +110030:16nofullGrainery Young AdultsEpisode 01 - COMFORTABLE CHRISTIANITY with Matt MadiganEpisode 01 - COMFORTABLE CHRISTIANITY with Matt MadiganEver look at another Christian and want to tell them to ‘check their privilege,’ that they are lukewarm and looking a little too comfortable in their day to day? Or maybe, could God be blessing them for their faith and they’ve earned a break to put their feet up? After all, following Christ shouldn’t be a punishment right? 

** sips caramel latte at local cafe 

]]>Ever look at another Christian and want to tell them to ‘check their privilege,’ that they are lukewarm and looking a little too comfortable in their day to day? Or maybe, could God be blessing them for their faith and they’ve earned a break to put their feet up? After all, following Christ shouldn’t be a punishment right? 

** sips caramel latte at local cafe 

]]>ddcda9c4-1a3f-4aa1-96d5-bc3962eaef7bTue, 16 Nov 2021 19:00:00 +110044:41nofullGrainery Young Adults