Adele Latu on Turning Fashion into Faith Conversations

In this episode of the Win Win Evangelism Podcast, Tina Waldrom speaks with Adele Latu, founder of Soul Submitted Designs, about how clothing can become a practical and powerful tool for sharing the gospel. Adele shares how God called her to redeem the symbol of the cross in fashion after seeing it misused in mainstream brands. What began as a simple act of obedience during the COVID season has now grown into a thriving Christian clothing label that sparks conversations about Jesus wherever it goes. Adele reveals the stories of believers who’ve worn her designs and found that the messages, like “Jesus Saves” or “Soul Submitted”, open doors for meaningful dialogue and personal reflection. She discusses the balance between creativity, excellence, and witness, and how even the smallest acts, like putting on a faith-inspired t-shirt, can declare Christ to the world. This episode will encourage you to see everyday life as an opportunity for evangelism and to courageously live out your faith in visible, authentic ways. In this podcast episode, you will discover that: Adele created Soul Submitted Designs because God asked her to.The brand aims to accurately represent the message of the cross.Clothing can provoke conversations about faith.Wearing Christian apparel can influence one's attitude and mindset.The designs are created to be fashionable yet subtle in their messaging.Adele's family played a significant role in the brand's development.The brand has inspired many to share their faith more openly.Challenges include promoting the brand in a competitive market.Social media is essential for modern entrepreneurship.Adele encourages others to pursue their creative callings.And more… WATCH THIS FULL VIDEO EPISODE with Adele *SUPPORT THIS PODCAST – BUY ME A COFFEE – MORE INFORMATION HERE. *OUR ONLINE LEARNING & COURSES Share Jesus Membership On Mission with God @Home (free sample) On Mission with God @Home (Full Course Details) 3 Day Evangelism Challenge *OTHER PODCAST EPISODES LINKED TO THIS Transforming Lives Through the Power of Conversations Karen Workentin on Street Evangelism – Is It Still Effective Today? Tina Waldrom on Legacy Evangelism and Why It Matters To Churches Today Video Podcast - How God Tried To Reach Me: Lachlan Shipard’s Journey with Jesus *STAY CONNECTED TO SOUL SUBMITTED DESIGNS / ADELE LATU Instagram Facebook Website YouTube *GET THE LATEST INFORMATION FROM EVANGELISM IN AUSTRALIA Subscribe to EIA EIA Website EIA YouTube Channel EIA Instagram EIA Facebook Tina Waldrom on Facebook Tina Waldrom on Instagram Discussion Questions 1. Adele shared that she started Soul Submitted Designs because “God asked me to.” What does obedience to God’s prompting look like in your own life? Read: John 14:15 “If you love me, obey my commandments.” 2. Adele was stirred to create designs because she saw the cross being misrepresented. What steps can you take to represent Jesus faithfully in your own sphere of influence? Read: 2 Corinthians 5:20 - “So we are Christ’s ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, “Come back to God!” 3. Through simple clothing, Adele and others have seen opportunities to share Jesus naturally. How does Colossians 3:17 (“Whatever you do… do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus”) inspire you to integrate evangelism into your daily routines - through your work, hobbies, or even what you wear? 4. Adele said, “The first conversation a Christian has is with themselves.” How does wearing or displaying your faith help keep your heart aligned with Christ? Read: "Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.” 5. Many people who saw Adele’s shirts didn’t start conversations, but the message still reached them. How can you be faithful in “sowing” the gospel, even when you don’t see immediate results? Read: Matthew 13:3-9 “He told many stories in the form of parables, such as this one: “Listen! A farmer went out to plant some seeds. As he scattered them across his field, some seeds fell on a footpath, and the birds came and ate them. Other seeds fell on shallow soil with underlying rock. The seeds sprouted quickly because the soil was shallow. But the plants soon wilted under the hot sun, and since they didn’t have deep roots, they died. Other seeds fell among thorns that grew up and choked out the tender plants. Still other seeds fell on fertile soil, and they produced a crop that was thirty, sixty, and even a hundred times as much as had been planted! Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand.” 6. Adele’s designs opened new doors for evangelism through art and fashion. What creative skills or resources might God be calling you to use for His glory? Read: Exodus 35:31–32 “The Lord has filled Bezalel with ...