What The Heck Is Grace

What does grace look like when life goes terribly wrong? In this episode of The Grace Podcast, Michael sits down with Brett Sams for a real conversation about grief, guilt, faith, and learning how to be gentler with yourself. As a teenager, Brett went through a tragic accident that took the life of his younger brother. For a long time, he blamed himself and carried thoughts that many people wrestl...

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we welcome back Theo, a seeker of truth with a Greek Orthodox background.  Together, we delve into the complexities of faith, exploring questions of salvation and the challenges of understanding biblical truths beyond cultural traditions.  Discover how the Apostle Paul's own doubts and journey can inspire us to seek deeper understanding and connect...

In this episode, Michael chats with Stu, a friend and university lecturer who has spent years studying the Bible. They talk openly about how grace has felt at different points in their faith journey. Stu shares how, in the early days, he thought grace meant life would always be smooth because God is good. Over time, that view shifted. He now sees grace as something deeper. Sometimes it shows up wh...

What if you’re not sure what you believe, but you still care? In this episode of What the Heck is Grace?, Michael talks with Tom Hitchcock, a thoughtful agnostic who opens up about faith, doubt, and the search for something true. They explore why religion can feel man-made, why some people seem so certain, and what Tom would say if he knew God was real. It’s an honest, unfiltered conversation abou...

If you’ve ever wondered where you stand with God or why grace feels too good to be true- this one is for you. In this episode, Michael chats with long-time friend Jared Lafette, who’s not just lived through dry seasons and doubt, but created a free tool to help you actually understand the Bible. They talk about: • What grace is and what it’s definitely not • Why your relationship with God can’t be...

“If Peter asked why he should let me in… I’d say you shouldn’t.” In this deep, raw and very real episode, Michael chats with longtime friend Theo Broekman about the stuff most of us feel but don’t often say out loud. They unpack how grace really works, especially when you’ve messed up more times than you can count. From addiction and guilt to parenting and peace, Theo opens up about what it looks...

What if running to God during adversity could actually change your life? In this heartfelt episode, Michael sits down with his friend Jeremy to talk about faith, failure, and finding peace in God’s acceptance - even when life feels heavy. From navigating shame to discovering what real rest looks like, Jeremy opens up about his own experiences with hardship and how his relationship with God brings...

“Am I saved?” “What if I’m not?” “Why am I still scared?” In this episode, Michael and his good mate Steve open up about fear, faith, and why so many Christians still live like they’re not enough. This is Steve’s second time on the podcast, and this time they go deeper — tackling everything from the fear of losing your salvation to the mindset shift that comes when you actually believe God sees yo...

This one’s real. In this episode, Michael sits down with his longtime friend Steve to unpack the journey from confident faith to overwhelming doubt - and what brought him back. Steve shares what it was like growing up in church, feeling God’s nearness, and then hitting a wall in his early 20s that flipped everything upside down. What followed was years of fear, striving, and wondering if he’d lost...

In this episode, Michael is joined by his long-time friend Harry, who brings a thoughtful agnostic lens to a conversation about faith, meaning, and what might be behind the idea of God. They dive into everything from fatherhood and responsibility to the desire for eternal connection and what makes us feel drawn to things like prayer, even when we’re unsure who’s listening. Harry doesn’t shy away f...

Joel grew up in church, but it wasn’t until a quiet walk across a Scottish golf course that he faced a real choice about faith. In this episode, we talk about doubt, control, and how to actually trust that God is for you. From overseas detours to burnt-out fears at 3am, Joel shares how he moved from uncertainty to confidence in God’s promises. If you’ve ever wondered if you're really saved or...

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Joel turns the tables and interviews Michael about one huge question:   What does it mean to live free in grace? They talk through the big stuff: What Michael believed when he first became a Christian How grace shifted from a nice idea to real-life freedom The difference between being forgiven and being made righteous Why so many Christians still live like the...

In this chat, Michael and Theodore ask one of the big questions in Christian life:   If we all follow Jesus, why are there so many different churches? Theodore comes from a Greek Orthodox background. Michael comes from a Protestant one. Together, they talk through their different views and find some surprising overlap. They share stories, wrestle with tricky ideas, and speak honestly about: Readin...