S2, Episode 2: Success (Interview with Dr Omar Djoeandy)
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S2, Episode 2: Success (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.

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Season 2, Episode 1: Seeking
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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 the Bible each day.

Find out how this revolutionary idea could change how you see God

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Episode 20: Statements We Could Do Without (Season 1 FINALE)
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Episode 20: Statements We Could Do Without (Season 1 FINALE)

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”

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Episode 19: Rest
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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 be more to this concept of rest?

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Episode 18: Hearing the Holy Spirit
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Episode 18: Hearing the Holy Spirit

This is the 3rd and final 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 hearing the Holy Spirit based on the inherent risks associated with each type, and how she mitigates such risks

To find the companion diagram, click on this podcast episode.

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Episode 17: The Anointing
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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 idea to demonstrate the true nature of the anointing and how it impacts our experience of faith.

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Episode 16: The Holy Spirit
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Episode 16: The Holy Spirit

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
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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
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Episode 14: Guilt

Christians seem to have a strange relationship with GUILT. They feel guilty for things they don’t need to, and often don’t feel guilty for things they should. Check out this episode to discover how guilt is preventing you from experiencing freedom in Christ.

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Episode 12: Oneness
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Episode 12: Oneness

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
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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 very believer.

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Episode 10: Refresh
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Episode 10: Refresh

In this episode, Mel revisits the overall purpose of this podcast. To go deeper! She does this by exploring another well-known parable and demonstrates its underlying implications.

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Episode 9: Prayer
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Episode 9: Prayer

Prayer is a significant area of our Christian life. But based on our approach to prayer, there is much we don't understand about it. In this episode, Mel takes on a few conflicting attitudes toward prayer. 

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Episode 8: Surrender
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Episode 8: Surrender

In this episode, Mel delves into the topic of 'Surrender'. It's not necessarily a word that is used a lot these days, but it is a critical topic that Jesus referred to when defining a disciple. 

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Episode 7: The Religious Spirit
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Episode 7: The Religious Spirit

Mel explores the subject of the religious spirit, and how it can be a counterfeit for real faith and detracts from the fullness of life we were meant to experience.

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Episode 6: Fearlessness
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Episode 6: Fearlessness

In this episode, Mel takes on the topic of FEARLESSNESS. Is it possible to live without fear? By exploring two major theologies that were pertinent to the early church, Mel demonstrates that fearlessness may be closer than we think.

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Episode 5: Contentment
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Episode 5: Contentment

In this episode, Mel explores the topic of Contentment. She demonstrates how a lack of depth can impact our pursuit of contentment, even though it is what all society really desires in this life.

Please note: The episode has been labelled explicit due to pornography being mentioned in the content.

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