Summer Hits 2025 #4 Legacy of Leadership: Melinda Dwight’s Journey with Alpha Australia скачать в хорошем качестве

Summer Hits 2025 #4 Legacy of Leadership: Melinda Dwight’s Journey with Alpha Australia

Another summer is here, and Evangelism in Australia is introducing its top 5 most popular episodes of 2025. This is #4. In this episode of the Win Win Evangelism podcast, host Tina Waldrom speaks with Melinda Dwight, who led Alpha Australia for 15 years. Together, they explore Melinda’s journey of faith, leadership, and impact. From navigating cultural sensitivities across church denominations to simplifying Alpha’s approach, Melinda shares key insights that contributed to the ministry’s remarkable growth. Listeners will gain valuable wisdom on building relationships, leading with prayer, and empowering the next generation to take up the call of evangelism. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about church unity, outreach, and the future of faith in Australia. Key Topics 00:29 – Melinda's Journey to Alpha Leadership 04:19 – Challenges and Hopes in the Early Days of Alpha 08:15 – Engaging Different Denominations 12:28 – Building Relationships Across Denominations 16:30 – Key Strategies and Shifts in Alpha's Approach 20:40 – Reflections on Leadership and Impact 22:29 – Encouragement for the Next Generation Check Out Our Learning Resources and Courses Share Jesus Membership: https://www.sharejesus.com.au/ On Mission with God @Home Free Sample: https://evangelisminaustralia.com/fre... On Mission with God @Home Full Course Details: https://courses.evangelisminaustralia... Get the Latest Information From Evangelism in Australia Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates: https://evangelisminaustralia.com/sub... EIA Website: http://www.evangelisminaustralia.com/ EIA YouTube Channel:    / @evangelisminaustralia   EIA Instagram:   / evangelisminaustralia   EIA Facebook:   / tinawaldromeia   Tina Waldrom on Facebook:   / tinawaldromeia   Tina Waldrom on Instagram:   / tinawaldrom   DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Why do you think the local church is still God’s plan A for reaching the world? Discuss why God chooses to use the Church, despite its imperfections, to accomplish His purposes on earth. Read: Ephesians 3:10 – “His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known…” 2. How can we keep the main thing the main thing in our churches? Explore how evangelism and discipleship can remain central amidst the many activities and responsibilities churches take on. Read: Matthew 28:19-20 – The Great Commission 3. What does it mean to be a missional church rather than a maintenance-focused church? Identify differences between a church focused on outreach versus one primarily concerned with internal programmes. Read: Acts 1:8 – “You will be my witnesses… to the ends of the earth.” 4. How can every believer rediscover their personal role in the mission of the Church? Consider how individuals can be encouraged and equipped to share the Gospel in their everyday lives. Read: 1 Peter 2:9 – “You are a chosen people… that you may declare the praises of him…” 5. In what ways has the Church in your context become distracted, and how can that be corrected? Discuss signs of distraction and how churches can return to their first love – Jesus and His mission. Read: Revelation 2:4-5 – “You have forsaken the love you had at first…” 6. What are some practical ways your local church can renew its focus on evangelism? Brainstorm actionable steps like training, prayer, community outreach, or personal testimony sharing. Read: Romans 10:14-15 – “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in?” 7. How can we pray for the Church to be bold and faithful in its mission in these times? Reflect on the importance of prayer for revival, courage, and fruitfulness in Gospel work. Read: Acts 4:29 – “Now, Lord… enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.”