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Dying to Live Podcast

Dying to Live Podcast

Joshua Generation Church 155 Episodes Sep 21, 2026

The Dying to Live Podcast explores the paradox of the Christian faith, where losing one's life leads to finding it and dying to oneself brings true gain. Hosted by Wayne Turner and Nadene Badenhorst for Joshua Generation Church, it features real conversations aimed at helping believers remain grounded in truth while navigating life in a secular world. The show emphasizes living for Christ as citizens of heaven in everyday work, study, and relationships. Michael d'offay provides eldership oversight for the podcast.

Episodes

University, a Gap Year or Something Else
University, a Gap Year or Something Else Sep 21, 2026 2898 What do you do when your child finishes school and suddenly the big question is staring you in the face: University, a gap year, a discipleship school—or something completely different?For many young people, the pressure is to choose a career as quickly as possible. But is finding a career the same thing as finding your calling? And should we really expect an eighteen-year-old to know what they wa
When Faith & Family Collide
When Faith & Family Collide Sep 14, 2026 3169 “What do you do when the people you love most don't share the values that have become central to your life?Following Jesus doesn't just change our Sunday mornings—it can change our priorities, commitments and the way we make decisions.And sometimes, that creates tension.There’s a family birthday, a weekly dinner or a special gathering, but there’s also a church commitment or Kingdom responsibility
Leaders Change But the Church Continues
Leaders Change But the Church Continues Sep 7, 2026 2552 There are few things more difficult for a church than saying goodbye to a leader we have come to love, trust and respect. Whether it is a pastor, elder or another spiritual leader, their departure can feel deeply personal—even when we believe that God is the one calling them into a new season.So how do we navigate that transition well?In this podcast, we’re going to look at the experience from all
Facing ours Fears and Anxiety
Facing ours Fears and Anxiety Aug 31, 2026 2955 Today we're tackling a subject that touches every one of us at some point in our lives.Throughout the Bible we're repeatedly told, "Do not fear." But what does that mean when fear feels overwhelming? What do we do when anxiety isn't just an occasional emotion, but something that weighs heavily on our minds, affects our relationships, disrupts our sleep, and even impacts our physical health?Anxiety
Guarding & Growing in Joy
Guarding & Growing in Joy Aug 24, 2026 2805 Today we're diving into a subject that lies at the very heart of the Christian life: "Guarding & Growing in Joy."Joy is one of the great themes of Scripture. Yet for many believers, it can seem elusive. Life brings trials, disappointment, suffering, and uncertainty, and it's easy to wonder: Is lasting joy really possible?The Bible tells us that joy is far more than a passing emotion or a respo
Discipline, Repentance & Restoration
Discipline, Repentance & Restoration Aug 17, 2026 3498 Today we're tackling a difficult but important subject for the Church: discipline, repentance and restoration.What happens when a believer falls into serious sin? What does the Bible teach us about church discipline? Is discipline simply about confronting sin and imposing consequences, or is there a greater purpose?The Bible presents a road that leads from discipline, through repentance, toward re
Healing after Suicide - John's Testimony
Healing after Suicide - John's Testimony Aug 10, 2026 3701 John de Beer, an elder in the life of JoshGen, shares his story of brokenness and restoration after the tragic death of his brother Carl. Together with his wife Christa he chats about some of the trials and deep emotional pain caused by a suicide in the family. 
Reflecting God's Heart For Single Moms
Reflecting God's Heart For Single Moms Aug 3, 2026 3319 Today we're exploring a subject that is deeply personal, often misunderstood, and profoundly important to the heart of God: "Reflecting God's Heart to Single Moms."For many single mothers, life is marked by extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and resilience. Yet alongside those realities, many also carry the weight of judgement, stigma, and assumptions—sometimes from the very communities where they
Conscience - God's moral compass
Conscience - God's moral compass Jul 27, 2026 3094 Today we're tackling a topic that affects every single one of us, whether we realise it or not: Conscience.What exactly is our conscience? Is it simply an inner voice, or has God given every person an inbuilt moral compass? Can we trust our conscience completely, or does it need to be shaped and informed by God's Word?We'll explore what the Bible teaches about conscience, how it relates to moralit
Lies for Truth - a Great Exchange
Lies for Truth - a Great Exchange Jul 20, 2026 3490 Every one of us believes things about ourselves, God, or others that simply aren't true. Some of these lies seem small. Others have shaped the course of our entire lives.Perhaps you've believed you're not good enough. That you're unwanted. That God could never truly love or forgive you. Maybe you've lived under shame, rejection, fear, or condemnation for so long that they've become part of your id
Reflections from a Spiritual Father - Russel Fraser
Reflections from a Spiritual Father - Russel Fraser Jul 13, 2026 2879 In this episode we have the privilege of sitting down with Russell Fraser, a respected elder in the life of Joshua Generation Church, a true pastor's pastor, and a spiritual father to many.For decades, Russell has faithfully served God's people, investing in leaders, strengthening churches, and walking alongside pastors through both the joys and challenges of ministry. His life and ministry have l
Sleep as a Spiritual Discipline
Sleep as a Spiritual Discipline Jul 6, 2026 2785 Sleep is something we all need, yet it is often one of the first things we neglect. In a world that celebrates busyness and productivity, many people struggle to find the right balance between work, rest, and recreation. Some wear sleep deprivation as a badge of honour, while others find themselves battling fatigue, oversleeping, or poor sleep habits that affect every area of life.But what does th

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