The One Thing

What happens after someone says “yes” to Jesus?

Your evangelism course is not enough. It is not the finish line - it’s where discipleship begins. 

In this episode, Scott Sanders is joined by Adrian Haynes, Mission Pastor at EV Church, to explore why purpose-built follow-up for new Christians is essential. Adrian shares why churches shouldn’t be surprised by the messiness of new faith and why faithful ministry means embracing that mess, not avoiding it.

Together, we unpack what makes new Christian groups different, the qualities needed in leaders, and the practical considerations for helping new believers become established in the faith.

Toolbox: 
Ep 284 Reignite Your Conversion Engine - The One Thing 
Conversion Engine - Reach Australia Podcast
Follow Up to the Conversion Engine - Reach Australia Podcast

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Why do some Christians give joyfully while others give reluctantly?
Most of us know generosity is good. Yet many Christians still approach giving reluctantly, defensively, or simply as another bill to pay.
Tish Maier talks with Des Smith about why that gap exists and how churches can help people move towards joyful, gospel-shaped generosity. They discuss gratitude, sacrifice, stewardship, and practical ways to cultivate hearts that delight in giving rather than merely feeling obligated to do it.
Des is the Senior Pastor of Trinity Church Lockleys Adelaide and Tish is the Support Raising Manager at Reach Australia. 
Toolbox:
Part 1: Ep 455 When giving is uncomfortable instead of cheerful in your church (Des Smith)
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Your church may find it easier to avoid talking about money altogether. But Jesus didn’t.
In this episode, Tish sits down with Des Smith, Senior Pastor of Trinity Church Lockleys Adelaide and author of The Cheerful Giver, to explore how churches can move beyond awkward fundraising conversations and cultivate a genuine culture of generosity.
Des shares why generosity is far more than a budget issue, it’s a discipleship issue. Together they unpack why Christians should talk about giving, how to avoid guilt-driven appeals, practical ways to encourage generosity from the front, and how churches can model generosity with their time, talents and resources.
Toolbox:
Des Smith’s article on generosity: https://reachaustralia.com.au/cultivating-a-culture-of-generosity-in-churches-a-conversation-with-des-smith/
The Cheerful Giver by Des Smith
Journey of Generosity by Des Smith
The Generosity Project by Tony Payne and Geoff Robson
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At Kellyville Anglican in Sydney, newcomers sit down with the senior pastor.
Pete Hughes talks with Dave Kuen about "Newish", a conversation designed to help newcomers understand the church, ask questions, and take their next step.

Dave explains how it fits into Kellyville's wider welcoming pathway, the importance of newcomer triage, and why he believes this is something worth personally owning as a senior pastor.

Toolbox:
Pathway Audit
Welcoming In Action: Live Video from Kellyville Anglican Church | Ep 389
Sample Newish Course Content 
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Is your church doing annual reviews right, or at all? 
In this episode, Scott Sanders and Jo Gibbs explore how annual reviews can move beyond corporate box-ticking to become a vital tool for encouraging, developing, and stewarding gospel workers well.
We unpack how simple, structured conversations help teams pause, give thanks, reflect honestly, and plan intentionally for the year ahead.
Why ongoing feedback alone isn’t enough
The biblical foundation for caring for people in ministry
Simple frameworks to run effective annual reviews
How to handle hard conversations well and avoid surprises
Why investing in people builds long-term ministry health

Toolbox:
Simple Framework of 3 questions to ask others and yourself: 
What’s a highlight
What are you doing well
What could you do better
Why Annual Reviews Matter - Substack Article by Jo Gibbs
Making Ministry Leader Annual Reviews Sing - Gospel Coalition Article by Mikey Lynch
Episode 336: How to Give Effective Feedback 
Episode 337: How to Receive Feedback as a Gospel Worker
Episode 338: Enhancing Your Team’s Success With Rhythms of Feedback 
Episode 339: Personalising Feedback 

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