Dying to Live Podcast

Grace is one of the most beautiful truths in the Christian faith. We are saved by grace, sustained by grace, and transformed by grace. Yet throughout church history there has been an ongoing tension between the biblical doctrine of grace and the danger of turning grace into a licence for sin.

In this episode, we are joined by Mike D'Offay and Luke Hulley, both elders within the life of Joshua Generation, to explore what the Bible really teaches about grace, freedom, holiness, and obedience.

What is the difference between biblical grace and what some have called "hyper-grace"? Where does Christian freedom fit into the life of a believer? Does grace mean that obedience no longer matters? Can Christians persist in sin because God's grace abounds? And how do we avoid both legalism on the one hand and licence on the other?

We'll look closely at the teachings of the Apostle Paul, who boldly proclaimed salvation by grace alone, yet repeatedly challenged believers to pursue holiness and resist sin. Paul asks a powerful question in Romans: "Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?" His answer is emphatic: "By no means!

"We'll explore why true grace does not merely forgive sin—it empowers us to overcome it. Grace is not God's permission to remain unchanged; it is God's power at work within us, transforming us into the likeness of Christ.

Whether you've wrestled with questions about grace, freedom, obedience, discipleship, or holiness, this conversation will help you understand how God's grace leads not to licence, but to a life of joyful obedience and genuine freedom.

Money is one of the most talked-about subjects in the Bible. From stewardship and generosity to debt, contentment, wealth, and wise planning, Scripture gives us practical wisdom for handling finances in a way that honors God.

In this episode, we are joined by our special guests, Dave James and Hayley Friend, who will help us unpack what God's Word teaches about money and how we can apply these principles in our everyday lives.

Together, we'll explore questions such as: How should Christians manage their money? What does the Bible teach about wealth and possessions? What does the Bible say about debt? Where does faith fit into our financial decisions? Is budgeting a practical tool of good stewardship? How do we develop a Kingdom perspective on finances in a world driven by materialism? And what should our relationship with money actually look like?

We'll discuss the balance between trusting God and taking responsibility. Does faith mean simply waiting for God to provide, or does it include careful planning, budgeting, saving, and wise decision-making? How can we trust God as our Provider while faithfully stewarding the resources He has entrusted to us?

We'll discover that money is not merely a financial issue—it's a heart issue. God is not only interested in what we do with our money, but what our money reveals about our priorities, our trust, our faith, and our devotion.

Whether you're struggling financially, planning for the future, trying to get out of debt, seeking to become a better steward, or simply wanting to align your finances with biblical principles, this conversation is for you.

So grab a notebook, open your Bible, and join us as we learn how to manage our money God's way.

Raising teenage girls has never been easy, but many parents would argue that it has never been more challenging than it is today.

We live in a world that is constantly competing for the hearts, minds, and identity of our daughters. Through social media, entertainment, peer pressure, and shifting cultural values, young women are being bombarded with messages about who they should be, what they should believe, and where they should find their worth.

So how do Christian parents navigate these waters? How do we raise godly women in a culture that often pulls in the opposite direction?What is the unique role of a mother in shaping her daughter's character, confidence, and understanding of biblical womanhood?

What is the unique role of a father in providing protection, affirmation, guidance, and a model of godly masculinity?

As our daughters move from childhood into adolescence and eventually adulthood, how do we remain intentional about spending time with them? How do we build relationships strong enough to withstand the pressures they face?

And perhaps one of the greatest parenting challenges of all: how do we establish boundaries that protect without provoking? When should we be firm? When should we be flexible? How do we distinguish between hard boundaries that should never be crossed and soft boundaries that allow our daughters to grow, learn, and mature responsibly?

In this episode, we're going to explore these questions and more as Phil and Mareli, Demetri and Karen (eldership couples in the life of JoshGen) discuss the privilege, responsibility, and challenges of raising teenage girls who love God, know who they are in Christ, and are equipped to stand firm in an increasingly confusing world.

What do we really mean when we say, "God is in control"? It's a phrase Christians often use, especially in times of uncertainty, suffering, or disappointment. But what exactly is the sovereignty of God?

Does it mean that God determines every detail of life? How does His sovereignty relate to our choices, our prayers, our obedience, and our relationship with Him? And if God is truly sovereign, should we simply sit back and accept whatever happens, believing there's nothing for us to do? In this episode, we explore one of the most profound and comforting truths of the Christian faith—the sovereignty of God.

Together we'll consider what the Bible teaches about God's rule and authority over all things, where this doctrine fits into our understanding of who God is, and how it shapes the way we live, trust, pray, and follow Christ every day.

Joining us are Mike D'Offay and Stephan van Zyl, elders within the life of Joshua Generation Church, who share their insights and understanding of God's sovereignty and its practical implications for our lives as believers.

Because the strongest leaders are not driven by titles, ambition, or recognition. They are sons first — secure enough to serve, humble enough to learn, and faithful enough to follow before they ever lead others. Great leadership begins with good followership.

The best leaders are teachable, accountable, and willing to walk under authority before they are entrusted with authority. They understand that before God calls someone to lead publicly, He often teaches them to follow faithfully in private.

In this episode, Hannes van den Heever and Greg Fenn, elders in JoshGen Mossel Bay,  share their personal journeys of leadership, discipleship, growth, and learning what it means to lead from a place of sonship and surrender within the community.

Join us as we explore the qualities that shape healthy leaders: character, humility, obedience, courage, servanthood, integrity, and spiritual maturity.

Real leadership doesn’t begin on a platform. It begins with surrender, faithfulness, and the willingness to follow well.