Turn The World Upside DownTurn The World Upside Down
Addiction
Dr. Toby Holt explores Acts 17, highlighting how the Gospel challenged societal norms and inspired transformative change, drawing parallels to addiction recovery.
24:52•19 Mar 2026
Flipping Tables: The Gospel's Radical Call to Change
Episode Overview
- The Gospel challenges societal norms and inspires change.
- Paul's reasoning from scripture was key to his evangelism.
- The Great Commission marked a shift towards global evangelism.
- Resistance to change is a common theme in spreading the Gospel.
- True transformation requires boldness and faith.
“"Those who have turned the world upside down have come here too."”
What remarkable journeys have people faced head-on against addiction? This episode of the 'Addiction' podcast, titled 'Turn The World Upside Down', dives into the transformative power of the Gospel as narrated by Dr. Toby Holt. Set against the backdrop of first-century Greece, Dr. Holt draws parallels between historical events and contemporary challenges in addiction recovery. Through the lens of Acts 17, he explores how the Gospel served as a revolutionary force, threatening the status quo and igniting change. Dr.
Holt takes listeners on a journey through biblical history, recounting how God's people, initially set apart from the pagans, were given a new mandate through the Great Commission in Matthew 28. This shift marked the beginning of worldwide evangelism, an unthinkable task at the time, as it challenged societal norms and religious boundaries. With light humour and engaging storytelling, Dr.
Holt brings to life Paul's missionary work in Thessalonica, where he reasoned with the Jews from scripture, persuading some while facing opposition from others. The episode highlights the importance of reasoning from scripture, as demonstrated by Paul and Jesus, to effectively share the Gospel's message. Dr. Holt's narrative is not just about biblical events; it's a call to action for modern listeners to embrace their faith and share it boldly, even in the face of adversity.
This episode is a compelling reminder that true change often requires turning the world upside down. Are you ready to flip some tables in your own life?

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