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The two topics we were all taught to avoid at the dinner table are religion and politics. Today, we're tackling both. In the light of the upcoming American election, we speak to Mark Hadley about Alex Garland's Civil War. What can it teach us about religion and politics, and how should we relate the two to each other? Read Mark's review of Civil War | More Signs of the Times | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X 

In this episode, we speak to Kelli Pepa. Kelli is a pastor, dad and former member of NZ's own Purest Form. Purest Form was one of the very first R&B groups in New Zealand and in many ways, paved the way for the modern Kiwi R&B scene. We talk to Kelli about his journey in the music industry, his background of faith and the journey that led him away from Purest Form and into pastoral ministry. Read Kelli's story | More Signs of the Times | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X 

This episode is a special one. We spoke to not one, not two—but three guests about the issues of climate change in the South Pacific. Connect with Tracie & Taupo | ADRA NZ | "People Need the Lord" song More Signs of the Times | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X 

This episode was more difficult than most to put together. Today, we're talking to Greg Young about Ukraine and the refugee crisis that's currently going on in it. ADRA Australia —> Get involved in what ADRA is doing with refugeesRoje's story —>Esther Moo's story —>Signs of the Times

This episode, we talk about American presidents and their relationships with their dads. Strap in, because it's going to be a ride.More -> Jesse's article -> Signs of the Times

Today, we speak to Pastor Daniel Christie. Daniel didn't grow up in a Christian household but even as a skeptic, found Christianity. Now he works as a pastor and is passionate about sharing the Bible. In this episode, we cover the historicity of the Bible, archaeological evidence for it, as well as the canon of Scripture.Show notes(00:00) - Intro, debate between Alex O'Connor and Dinesh D'Souza (09:14) - Daniel's Background (13:40) - The Bible's claims about itself (14:45) - What is inspiration? (17:57) - Is the Bible outdated? (21:48) - Does archaeology support or disprove the biblical accounts? (33:42) - The issue of manuscript copies (45:46) - Do seeming contradictions actually support the authenticity of the Bible? (49:07) - Bible translations, does the "perfect" translation exist? (53:56) - What about prophecy? (59:23) - The canon, the Book of Enoch (01:08:32) - "The Bible is not an end in and of itself, but the means to God" (01:09:13) - Dan's recommendations (01:12:56) - Outro More -> What is the Bible? -> More about steles -> Signs of the TimesLinks and sourcesDebate between Alex O'Connor and Dinesh D'Souza The Tel Dan Inscription: The First Historical Evidence of King David from the BibleBiblical Archaeology SocietyDaniel's recommendationsBible ProjectBlue Letter BibleBible Study ToolsThe Case for Christ by Lee StrobelChristian Apologetics and Research Ministry

In this episode, Zanita talks to longtime friend of the show Maryellen Hacko, as well as Georgia, a new friend. The topic is the Sabbath, a much-misunderstood concept. Maryellen is a life-long Seventh-day Adventist but Georgia isnt, so their perspectives, while different, are nonetheless complementary. Read Maryellen's article | Get more Signs 

It's a story of hope, loss and truth. And, it's coming to a cinema near you soon. In this episode, we speak to Kyle Portbury, a filmmaker and director of THE HOPEFUL. The film charts a rocky period in American history, starting in the War of 1812 and going all the way into the late 19th century. It tells the story of a group of Christians convinced the world was going to end—and what happened to them when the world didn't. THE HOPEFUL is coming to a cinema near you in October 2024. Check out www.thehopefulmovie.com.au to learn more.

Energy drinks are everywhere and for the most part, we just accept them as part of our everyday beverage consumption culture. But are they all they're cracked up to be—and could they be dangerous for us and our kids? Read Christian's article | Get more Signs 

Moesha Johnson came from humble beginnings; a Christian country girl from rural Australia. But, like many other kids, she had dreams. In particular, she dreamed of swimming professionally. This dream seemed too big to come to fruition, so Moesha did what most responsible people do: she got a job, studied a degree and pursued a "normal" career. But, the dream of swimming never left her and one day, she got an opportunity that would change her life forever. Read the article and more | Get more Signs | Follow Moesha's Olympic journey