John Shelton on songwriting, creativity & developing gifting.

How to Experience Joy in Difficult Times this Christmas

In this episode of the Narrative Society podcast, Josh Bull shares a Christmas message from a recent church service in Melbourne. He reflects on the joy, hope, and meaning of Jesus’ arrival, even in challenging times, and shares stories from the journey of planting a new church in the city. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, encouragement, or a deeper understanding of the Christmas story, this episode invites you to experience true joy and hope in Jesus.

How to have a quiet time & meet with God. (part 2)

Do you ever wonder how to have a quiet time and meet with God? In today's episode, Josh sits down to share part 2 on his thought around prayer and the importance of being still & knowing God.  Today's episode is helpful and practical. It will give you real-life examples of how to meet with God.  Follow Josh Bull: @joshuabull_ [https://www.instagram.com/joshuabull_/] Sign up for the newsletter and exclusive content: www.joshuabull.org [http://joshuabull.org/] Email: josh@narrativesociety.com Matthew 6:5-6 5 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 6 But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Creating habits, goal setting and leading a small business with Parker Smith.

On today's episode with Parker Smith, we talk through habits, the importance of goal setting, and setting targets for the teams you lead plus give an inside look into the realities of leading a small business while being a husband and father.  There is a lot to learn from this conversation.  We hope this podcast helps you see the power in your story! We'd love you to leave a review and share this with your friends. Follow Parker Smith: https://www.instagram.com/parkersmithstatefarm/ [https://www.instagram.com/parkersmithstatefarm/] Instagram: @joshuabull_ [https://www.instagram.com/joshuabull_/] @taylabull_ Sign up for the newsletter and exclusive content: www.joshuabull.org [http://joshuabull.org/] Email: josh@narrativesociety.com

How to Pray: can you be honest with God? (part 1)

How you view God shapes the way you live. What comes to mind when you think about God? In part one of this thought around prayer we talk about the idea of shutting the door, praying to your father in heaven, and how you can be honest with God.  Follow Josh Bull: @joshuabull_ [https://www.instagram.com/joshuabull_/] Sign up for the newsletter and exclusive content: www.joshuabull.org [http://joshuabull.org/] Email: josh@joshuabull.org. Show notes: Matthew 6:5-6 5 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 6 But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you The depth of a relationship is shown in how honest you are with one another.  Your level of honesty shows the depth of a relationship. Ps 140:10 Let burning coals fall upon them! Let them be cast into fire, into miry pits, no more to rise! Ps 68:3 I am weary with my crying out; my throat is parched. My eyes grow dim with waiting for my God. Ps 142:2 I pour out my complaint before him; I tell my trouble before him.

John Shelton on songwriting, creativity & developing gifting.

John Shelton is a pastor, worship leader, and songwriter who just published his first album. This episode will show you the behind-the-scenes of developing your gifting/character over the years. We talk through the writing process, and creativity in general and know this will encourage you no matter what you do. We hope this podcast helps you see the power in your story! We'd love you to leave a review and share this with your friends. Follow John Shelton: @johnshelton_ [https://www.instagram.com/johnshelton_/] Check out his album - Love & War Follow Josh Bull: @joshuabull_ [https://www.instagram.com/joshuabull_/] Sign up for the newsletter and exclusive content: www.joshuabull.org [http://joshuabull.org/] Email: josh@joshuabull.org.