Down Not Out

Hicksey and Gartho
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More than a podcast - Down Not Out is about connecting those who don't do church to Jesus. 

  1. 1 MAR

    We Believe - Introduction to the Apostle's Creed

    After a refreshing break the boys are back for another season of Down Not Out focusing this time on what Christians believe. While holding to the Bible as the primary authoritative source of belief, Gartho and Hicksey have found the Apostle's Creed to be a helpful ancient guide for the church. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey give a general introduction to the important role creeds and confessions have played in the life of believers and how they can still be an encouragement for Christians today. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    29 min

  2. 11/07/2025

    Doubt #4 - Is God's Word reliable?

    Is God's word, as revealed in the Bible, reliable? Can it be trusted? Such doubts are triggered in our minds by all sorts of things. It may be the whole debate over the origin of the world or some of the miraculous stories in the Scriptures or even the process of how the Bible was formed. God's word has been subject to vigorous scrutiny over time but has also endured the test, which points to the heart being the issue rather than the mind. How do we get to the heart of the triggers and alleviate our doubt in this area? Join Gartho and Hicksey as they work together through a 5 step process in determining the heart of the issue and how God's word continues to speak to us today. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    40 min

  3. 22/06/2025

    Doubt #3 - Am I really a Christian?

    Sometimes we struggle in our faith with questions. Sometimes these centre on God and what He is doing but at other times we have doubts about ourselves. Am I really a Christian? Am I really saved? These doubts can be really crippling and discouraging in our walk with Jesus. To tackle these doubts Gartho and Hicksey run it through their 5-step process trying to really get at the heart of the matter. Whether you are a Christian and you know it or whether you are struggling with this question we hope this episode will give you some encouragement to keep looking to Jesus. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    34 min

  4. 09/06/2025

    Doubt #2 - What on earth is God doing?

    Life can be very messy at times. Sometimes we wonder if it is out of control - not only our control but God's. Such thoughts can lead us to doubt God's plans and purposes for this world. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey apply their 5-step strategy to dealing with doubts seeking to understand what is at the heart of this troubling issue. Our hearts can sometimes be deceived by what the world values and doesn't measure success in the same way as God. By delving into truths from the gospel we gain a better understanding of what God's purposes on earth really are. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    33 min

  5. 31/03/2025

    Help! I have doubts

    Do you ever wonder about your relationship with God? Sometimes it can seem to be too good to be true. We either think to ourselves I'm not really a Christian or Christianity itself is not real. These doubts and many more can plague us in our Christian life and rob us of our zeal and faithfulness. In a way it's unfortunate that Christians often hide their doubts away and struggle in silence. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey launch a six week series tackling some of these doubts. They talk about a process that anyone can apply to really get to the heart of the issue. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    30 min

  6. 20/11/2024

    When your worldview falls apart

    We all have certain beliefs that we hold as core: who we are, how the world began and what happens when we die. These beliefs we develop as a child and carry throughout our lives. But what happens when our worldview falls apart? When our belief system is seriously challenged and we struggle to hold onto the truths we were taught. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey unpack this theme. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    36 min

  7. 28/10/2024

    Why am I suffering?

    We all suffer in life. Some in much bigger ways than others. When we experience or see pain and suffering, we often ask why. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey delve into the topic of suffering and how only the gospel helps us to truly grasp why we suffer. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    29 min

  8. 14/10/2024

    Helping those with mental illness

    Mental illnesses seem to be more prevalent than ever before. If you're not directly affected by one than there is a good chance you know someone else who is. In this episode Gartho and Hicksey discuss ways Christians can encourage fellow believers struggling with mental illness. Down Not Out is two Aussie mates having a crack at encouraging their Christian brothers and sisters who for whatever reason no longer attend a local church. They are not professional psychologists or pastors but have real lived experience leading and caring for people with mental health issues. Engineers by trade, and passionate about their Saviour, they want to build up disconnected believers in small but significant ways. To send your message of encouragement or other feedback, email downnotout.aus@gmail.com (Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/blue-sea License code: OS5WFMG4RERUKV6M)

    45 min
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More than a podcast - Down Not Out is about connecting those who don't do church to Jesus. 

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  • Creator
    Hicksey and Gartho
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Down Not Out
  • Show Website
    Down Not Out