Stories of Hope

Major Bryce Davies from the Salvation Army hosts the show. Stories of Hope captures thoughts and stories of everyday people who triumph over adversity. https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/storiesofhope/

Church with no buildings 02/02/2025

Church with no buildings The lovely Sue and I recently led devotions with 30 Salvo leaders at the river in Philippi where Lydia was baptised in Act 16. Not in a church - by a river! Jesus did life significantly with folks on the road and in the marketplace as did Paul. So can we! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/35062120

Nathan Rowe - Re-posted 01/30/2025

Nathan Rowe - Re-posted Nathan Rowe is a brilliant musician and has a beautiful heart for people from all walks of life. He is a leader with the Salvos in Geelong and has a dynamic and interesting take on life and the challenges of being wired in a way that is a little out of the box. He is married to Jenny and he has two children. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34706275

Listening to the Spirit of love 01/26/2025

Listening to the Spirit of love We all have to make decisions and most of them are made based on logic. For example should we cross Northbrook Gorge on a rainy day. Probably not! But our decisions to prioritize sacrificial love come from the deeper more mysterious places of the Spirit. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34952750

Viv Callander - re posted. A life of love and adventure. 01/23/2025

Viv Callander - re posted. A life of love and adventure. Viv Callander has been beautiful friend to the lovely Sue and I for over 30 years. Not always in the same city, but always close. Viv and her husband Ian are retired Salvo officers and have three wonderful daughters and 6 grandchildren. They have served in the Salvos for over 42 years and even did a stint in Moldova. Viv shares her story in this episode and it will do you good to listen to her gentle wisdom and reflections on a life of faith. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/27425280

Circumcision. Ouch!! 01/19/2025

Circumcision. Ouch!! In ancient times Circumcision was an important rite of passage for many cultures and religions. Paul had Timothy circumcised so that the message he wanted to get across to his Jewish listeners would be without controversy. He was prepared to do whatever it took. Australians absorb information and find credible truth through authentic relationships and the modelling of a healthy and wholesome lifestyle. They don't seem to care about circumcision at all! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34830365

Joycelyn McIver - re posted. A journey of healing and service. 01/16/2025

Joycelyn McIver - re posted. A journey of healing and service. Joycelyn McIver had a challenging childhood, but in the midst of this, was beautifully loved and cared for by families within the Salvos. Her story is rich with the human experience. Courage in the face of hardship, gratitude for her many blessings and a deep and enduring faith and confidence in the goodness and provision of God. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/27836190

Re-assessing 01/12/2025

Re-assessing We all do well to re-assess every now and then. In acts Chapter 15 the early church leaders made epic decisions about how to manage the new realities of the timnes they were living in. The lovely Sue has been re-assessing how romantic I am and has initiated a new dating system. I really hope I don't annoy her too much! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34706095

My Camino Journey 01/09/2025

My Camino Journey My friend Kris Halliday takes over the mic and interviews me about my recent 800 kilometre pilgrimage accross Spain. I walked the Camino Francis and we chat about the scenery, the people, the challenges and of course the many I times I found myself "Encountering Cheesus"! My jouney brought me to places of authenticity about myself, the church and of course the lovely Sue! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34752380

It's nice to get a visit. 01/05/2025

It's nice to get a visit. The lovely Sue and I were delighted to visit Rachel and Paul in Greece recently and the camaraderie we felt was amazing. People always need encouragement and support, especially if they are a long way away and this was true for the early church and is still important for local community groups and even people in hospital today. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34706235

Ashish Pawar. An international Salvo. Re posted 01/02/2025

Ashish Pawar. An international Salvo. Re posted Ashish was born in India to parents who were brought to a salvo orphanage as babies and who grew up to be salvo officers. He married an Aussie girl and now, an officer himself, has had appointments in the UK, Australia, USA and even exotic tropical islands. His love and confidence in God is real, as it was formed authentically through seasons of doubt and trouble. It's an inspiring story. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/27454374

Realistic expectations 12/29/2024

Realistic expectations The lovely Sue and I have come to know what to expect from each other. That is how any relationship tends to function. Our relationship with God and the mysterious forces of love is a bit the same. At some level this relationship requires us to know what to expect from God and to know what God expects from us. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/25263900

Phil Wall. Re posted 12/26/2024

Phil Wall. Re posted Phil Wall is an international speaker, Executive coach and founder of "We see hope" He is a foundation member of the Raines Park Salvos in the UK and has an amazing story. It's a rich and full life and Phil can talk, so this is a 50 min episode. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/19058519

Christmas and Hygge 12/22/2024

Christmas and Hygge The Danes are the happiest people on earth according to many surveys. They are dedicated to what they call Hygge. Snuggling together on a comfortable couch on a cold winters night with candles, cholocate and an open fire. It's being intentional about community and happiness. Many of us try to create this experience at Christmas. Many of us try to live out a theology or philosophy of love everyday, as this is the essence of the Christian story. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34568550

Commissioner Miriam Gluyas. Re posted. 12/19/2024

Commissioner Miriam Gluyas. Re posted. Miriam is a fun person. However she is a powerful agent of change and hope within the Salvation Army and makes things happen. She is creative, energetic and a fabulous friend to so many people. Her dynamic life story will give you a lift in your day. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/19088474

Listening for the nudges 12/15/2024

Listening for the nudges We are all going to face changes that require us to make a decision, and when we do we need to trust that slowing down and listening for the nudges outside of our intelligence and emotions will help. Things like sitting quietly, reading, going for a long walk in a forest and listening to trusted friends can make a huge difference. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34360855

How does a perfectionist handle Cancer? 12/12/2024

How does a perfectionist handle Cancer? Kate Baudinette grew up in the Salvos and enjoyed an idyllic childhood. As an adult, family and church life was rewarding and happy. Then cancer rocked her and disturbed the status quo, but faith found a way to bring her peace. Peace like a river. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/21748589

Pride and worm food. 12/08/2024

Pride and worm food. I'm a terrible gardener and am in awe of farmers who can grow things like olives and grapes. We are all gifted with certain skills and opportunities, but being too proud or too humble can spoil the gift. King Herod was too proud and ended up being worm food before his time. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/34312055

Olive Lucas Reposted. 12/05/2024

Olive Lucas Reposted. Olive Lucas is 82 years old. She is an Aussie Salvo officer who has served in India, Africa and the UK. Her life of vibrant faith is an ongoing bold adventure. She has known both heart wrenching tragedy and deep joy. This is her inspiring story. Note: In 2024 she was awarded the order of the Founder. The highest honour available to a Salvo anywhere in the world. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33937467

Christian Living Series 18 Leaving a Lasting Legacy 12/01/2024

Christian Living Series 18 Leaving a Lasting Legacy Few of us will leave a legacy like Walt Disney, but we all leave a legacy in some way. How we treat people and the way we make them feel leaves a mark on their personality and psyche, especially those we are closest to. If we design an amazing thing, it will probably be forgotten in a generation or so, but sowing love, lasts through the ages. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33937367

Christian Living Series 17 Evangelism in Everyday Life 11/24/2024

Christian Living Series 17 Evangelism in Everyday Life A profound spiritual experience many people have, is when they feel really, really loved - by people and by the mysterious presence of the divine. John 13 says "Everyone will know you are my disciples, if you love one another" Lets shout this truth from the rooftops! /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33811857

Luka-Angel Cairns 11/21/2024

Luka-Angel Cairns Luka-Angel is a vibrant and delightful 17 year old girl. 4 years ago she could not walk 50 meters without risk of a cardiac arrest and had a heart transplant at 13 years of age. Now she dances for 9 hours a week and is full of life. This is her story. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/17600279

Christian Living Series 16 Social Justice and Christian Living 11/17/2024

Christian Living Series 16 Social Justice and Christian Living Vincent Lingiari led a seemingly insignificant strike in 1966 that was a stepping stone to Mabo, the High Court's Native Title decision in 1992. If we let injustice slide by unchecked because if doesn't affect us - we set ourselves up to encounter the same injustice when we are in need ourselves. How we treat the most vulnerable in our society sets the standard for us all and often it is a small step that gets things going. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33636247

Dr Malcolm LInsell - Repost 11/14/2024

Dr Malcolm LInsell - Repost Malcolm Linsell is a plastic surgeon and author, but success has not been easy. His parents were salvo officers and were relatively poor. His journey includes some dark days along with great determination, deep joy and a squashed up trumpet. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/18346247

Christian Living Series 15 Marriage and Christian Living 11/10/2024

Christian Living Series 15 Marriage and Christian Living The lovely Sue and her very expensive wedding dress. Marriage trends have changed significantly over recent years and there are both positives and negatives in these changes. But being good at committed relationships doesn't just happen, however we organise it, we need genuine capacity to love and be loved. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33634142

Jenifer Short rode 1400 km to raise funds for the salvos 11/07/2024

Jenifer Short rode 1400 km to raise funds for the salvos Jennifer Short had her challenges as a child but they all served to make her mentally tough and resilient. The Salvos were supportive through her childhood and so she decided to give back by riding from Sydney to Melbourne in a Salvo fundraising event. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/22199942

Christian Living Series 14 Dating and Courtship from a Christian Perspective 11/03/2024

Christian Living Series 14 Dating and Courtship from a Christian Perspective Navigating dating and love is often something we do when we are young and inexperienced. If we do this well we can avoid a world of hurt. The lovely Sue and I dated in our early 20s and it was both wonderful and terrifying. Giving someone your heart is risky and we just don't know what the future holds. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33507032

The gentle wisdom of Lucas Cairns. 10/31/2024

The gentle wisdom of Lucas Cairns. Lucas Cairns is a talented musician, a loving husband and a father of 4. He is a Salvo officer who loves young people and is also a heart transplant recipient with a whole new lease of life. It will do you good to listen to this man explain how he has embraced the storms of life and how much he delights in the everyday miracles around him. To listen to some of Lucas Music click here. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/24137601

Christian Living & Financial Stewardship 10/30/2024

Christian Living & Financial Stewardship Australia is a wealthy country but if we don't make a plan for generosity and think well about it, we can be as stingy as anyone. On the other hand, it's OK to use money and enjoy life, so making sure I wasn't a cheap skate with my outfit for my daughters wedding, was something the lovely Sue controlled carefully. There were 6 helpers to keep me in line. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33257972

Christian Living Series 12 Healthy Relationships in the Christian Context 10/27/2024

Christian Living Series 12 Healthy Relationships in the Christian Context Healthy relationships are really important and we do well to consider the balance we have, so that work, church, hobbies and family get the sort of relational attention they deserve. Movie nights with my adult daughters and our cute puppy, Maggie has been a delight. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/33336067

Supervision Series Part 3: Conversations 10/24/2024

Supervision Series Part 3: Conversations In this the final episode on my series with Andy King on Supervision, we chat with three Salvo phone assessment workers and my pastoral supervisor about the way supervision helps in skills development and capacity in the workplace and also how it makes staff feel personally valued and supported. /episode/index/show/brycedavies/id/32106467

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