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Join in and listen to interviews from the weekly radio show "History Makers" with host Matt Prater and be inspired by stories of people who have been successful in sport, business, politics, media, ministry and life in general.
Justin Lippiatt is a recovered alcoholic and drug abuser. He's also and Author, a Church planter and has a heart for Marketplace ministry. He has experienced painful divorce, depression, and homelessness in his early life. He often states that, "my scars are a roadmap to my past, but don't define my pathway to my future, by God's Grace". The journey with The Lord has provided him with the empathy and insights required to develop relationships with most people, from every walk of life. Since his arrival in Australia from South Africa in 2007, he has been involved in many transformational aspects of ministry. Wes Leake caught up with Justin to hear his story, listen in!
Brian Doerksen was a well known Worship leader show passed away recently. This week, to honour his amazing legacy we will be featuring a conversation that Matt recorded with Brian. Brian wrote well known songs like, Come now is the time to Worship, Refiners Fire and Light the Fire again. Listen in to his story!
Zeek Power, hailing from Bowen in the Whitsundays, is a talented multi-instrumentalist and storyteller of proud Australian Indigenous and South Sea Islander heritage. Releasing music under the moniker cooolthekid, Zeek blends R&B, Pop melodies, and rap hooks, creates an atmosphere that pays homage to tradition while reflecting his upbringing. As a finalist on The Voice Australia 2019, he was mentored by Destiny's Child's Kelly Rowland, further enhancing his musical journey. Zeek has performed at Youth Alive and has been a worship leader for many years at many events. Wes Leake caught up with Zeek to find out the heart behind his music. Listen in!
Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a pastor impacting lives across Australia. But this isn't just a story about work or ministry… Brad opens up about some of the hardest moments of his life—including walking through his young son's battle with leukemia and facing burnout in ministry. Through it all, his faith in God remained the anchor that carried him forward. This conversation with Andrew McLennan is real, raw, and deeply encouraging—especially for anyone facing challenges, doubt, or difficult seasons. 👉 No matter what you're going through… you're not alone.
Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a...
Brad Patterson is the Shearing Pastor from W.A. From the shearing shed to the pulpit… this is a powerful Aussie story of faith, struggle, and perseverance. Raised in rural Australia and working in one of the toughest industries, Brad shares his journey from a life shaped by hard work and pub culture to becoming a pastor impacting lives across Australia. But this isn't just a story about work or ministry… Brad opens up about some of the hardest moments of his life—including walking through his young son's battle with leukemia and facing burnout in ministry. Through it all, his faith in God remained the anchor that carried him forward. This conversation with Andrew Mclennan is real, raw, and deeply encouraging—especially for anyone facing challenges, doubt, or difficult seasons. 👉 No matter what you're going through… you're not alone.
Marziyeh Amirizadeh, Marzi, is an Iranian American who immigrated to the US after being sentenced to death by hanging in Iran for the crime of converting to Christianity. She endured months of mental and physical hardships and intense interrogation in Evin prison—one of the most brutal prisons in the world.Marzi is a published author, public speaker, and activist for religious freedom. Her first book, Captive in Iran, recounts her capture and imprisonment. Her second book, A Love Journey with God, recounts how Marzi found God, the struggles she experienced as a Christian woman in an Islamic Country, and how God can turn any situation into triumph. She has shared her inspiring story throughout the United States and around the world, to bring awareness about the ongoing human rights violations and persecution of women and religious minorities in Iran. Andrew McLennan spoke with Marzi about her story, listen in!
Linda Bencomo is a worship leader with a powerful story to tell! She was in a Cult in Samford, Australia for a number of years. In this conversation she shares how she escaped and how she was able to discern the lies from the truth after many years of healing. Listen in to her story!
Matt Gray is an audio engineer and a musician with a great story to tell! Many years ago, he was the Drummer for the band, "Leo Nine," formerly known as "Battered Fish." He's worked as a commercial radio producer for Austereo and has been active in recording and mastering bands including the like Travis, Jet, Eskimo Joe, Evermore, Superjesus, Sarah Blasko and Killing Heidi. He has seen thousands of projects come through the doors attracting a wide range of high profile international and local artists including: Giorgio Moroder featuring Sia, Kylie Minogue and Britney Spears whose singles saw number 1 chart success in the Billboard Dance charts. In this conversation, Matt shares about his faith journey, and his heart to see Christian artists have a platform in Australia. Listen in to his story!
Shane and Shane is the combination of solo artists Shane Barnard and Shane Everett. After meeting in college, Shane and Shane began writing songs and touring the country leading worship. Many years later, they're writing more music than ever, with no intention of slowing down. Their desire has always been to glorify the Lord instead of themselves and they do so by writing music that is biblically based, lyrically rich, and sonically engaging. Check out their discography! Over the past few years, Shane and Shane have dedicated their lives to encourage and equip worship leaders and their teams through an online resource called The Worship Initiative. The Worship Initiative is an equipping ministry and a collective of worship leaders that, over the past few years, has grown into a thriving community in and of itself. This is a flashback interview from many years ago and my co-host was Karen Hunt, listen in!
In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, I chat with Pastor Dan Paikea from Gold Coast Chapel, to talk about one of the hardest seasons his family has ever faced. On June 11th, 2025, Dan's son Joel was involved in a devastating motorbike accident while out delivering Uber Eats. Within hours, the family found themselves in the ICU facing a reality no parent ever wants to hear. Doctors told them the injuries were severe and they could not guarantee Joel would survive. What followed was a journey through trauma, uncertainty, faith, and an incredible outpouring of community support. Joel suffered multiple life-threatening injuries including a severe brain injury, a torn aorta, a shattered femur, and extensive damage to his leg. He spent nearly a month in a coma and months recovering in hospital. But this story isn't just about the accident. It's about what happened in the weeks and months that followed. Dan shares what it was like sitting in the ICU not knowing if his son would wake up, the tension between medical reality and faith, and how thousands of people around the world began praying for Joel. We talk about the moments that stood out during the recovery, the role of worship and prayer in the hospital room, and the surprising encounters with paramedics and surgeons who were there the night Joel's life was saved.It's an honest conversation about pain, hope, faith, and the power of community when life suddenly turns upside down. If you or someone you love has ever faced a moment where everything felt uncertain, this conversation will encourage you!
Eddie Penney is a highly decorated former U.S. Navy SEAL and Marine Corps veteran known for his extensive combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. After retiring in 2016, he became an entrepreneur and speaker focusing on faith, mental health, and overcoming trauma. Andrew Mclennan caught up with him to hear his story. Listen in!
Eddie Penney is a highly decorated former U.S. Navy SEAL and Marine Corps veteran known for his extensive combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. After retiring in 2016, he became an entrepreneur and speaker focusing on faith, mental health, and overcoming trauma. Andrew Mclennan caught up with him to hear his story. Listen in! Also,...
Eddie Penney is a highly decorated former U.S. Navy SEAL and Marine Corps veteran known for his extensive combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. After retiring in 2016, he became an entrepreneur and speaker focusing on faith, mental health, and overcoming trauma. Andrew Mclennan caught up with him to hear his story. Listen in!
Woon Ooi is not your everyday corporate dad or tradie dad. He works in Executive leadership, communications and is a high-performance coach. His day job has seen him come face to face with some of the most confronting situations imaginable - including being on the front line in the Bourke Street massacre, hostage negotiations, going undercover to buy illicit drugs from traffickers, and coaxing people off the top of buildings and bridges. He's the son of a minister, and his adolescent backstory is every parent's worst nightmare - gangs, expulsions, you name it! But somehow, all the danger and rebellion of those formative years shaped him into an outstanding human with a drive and passion for helping others. When you hear about his career you might picture a hardened, desensitised man.But quite the contrary - Woon wears his heart on his sleeve, has an endless capacity for helping people in need, is an amazing father, a loyal and caring husband, and would give you the shirt off his back. His lived experience has gifted him with a humble wisdom that is evident as soon as you talk to him. One day he flicked on his car radio which began playing the song, "Breathe," By Michael W Smith. A friend of his who'd been praying for him, had programmed his car stereo into the local Christian radio station. Woon said that when the song came on, something came over him, he had an encounter with God. Steve Mckenna Caught up with Woon to hear hist story, listen in!
Pastor Dave Drage has been serving Jesus for over 30 years, from the big smoke to the red dirt—and he's still going hard. He's got a real love for Australia and its people, and a bold belief that God's not done with this nation yet. With a guitar in one hand and a Bible in the other, Dave's story is anything but boring. He's walked through a spinal injury, a brown snake bite, skin cancer, and even a stroke—and come out the other side with a stronger faith and a good dose of Aussie grit.Known as a modern-day revivalist, Dave now pastors Power Community Church in Rosedale. Since replanting a 100-year-old chapel in 2021, the place has come alive—salvations, baptisms, miracles… the lot. Straight-talking, faith-filled, and not afraid to have a laugh, Dave brings a message that God still moves, still heals, and still has a plan—no matter who you are or where you're from.
Luke Strochnetter from Hervey Bay is a speaker, entrepreneur, and leader passionate about helping people realise they are already called and already on assignment. Luke's worn a lot of different hats over the years - from running businesses to organising events anywhere from 10 people to over 11,000, and even serving on Telstra's Regional Advisory Council. It's taken him into all sorts of spaces across ministry, business and government. His journey started as a shy, bullied teenager full of fear, before encountering God at a youth outreach event. Since then, it's been a 13-year journey of healing, growth, and stepping into opportunities he never thought possible - including working with some of the biggest companies in Australia. Through that journey, Luke's come to realise that ministry isn't just a church stage - it's the sphere of influence God has already placed you in. His heart is to help people see that they're already called and already on assignment, living with purpose and leading with integrity in every area of life. This message is captured in his first resource, You Must Pass Go, a 21-day devotional, available for preorder now. Now based on the Gold Coast, Luke works with Wez Hone through Business GREENhouse and the Kingdom Business Movement. In this program, Luke shares his story with Wes Leake, listen in!
Roberta Brown was widowed at the age of 44 and left to raise eight children on her own, she was left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life. Just when she believed all was going well, she learned that one of her daughters had become addicted to Methamphetamine, one of the most potent and dangerous drugs available. How does she cope with the unthinkable, and what will she do to save her daughter, and bring her back to fulfil her God-ordained destiny? In this conversation, Roberta shares about her book, "A Mother's Wilderness Journey", which follows Roberta's story of trust in God as she leads her daughter out of the grips of drug addiction and into the arms of Christ. Listen in to her conversation with Steve Mckenna!
Josh Wood is an ordained minister who has been teaching and preaching around the world for many years. He lives on the Gold Coast, Australia with his beautiful wife and their two beloved sons. He is also an avid fiction writer, having also previously worked in the film and TV industries. In this conversation he shares about his faith journey, and his incredible healing testimony!
Dr Douglas Hume is a medical doctor based in Texas. He's done medical missions all over Asia and many countries over many years. He has a heart for evangelism and missions and has a great testimony to share! I had the privilege of travelling with Doug on his recent Phillipines trip, and we saw 930 people come to Christ! They partner with local churches who follow up the new believers and often there are new Bible studies and new Church plants as a result of these missions! Listen in to his story!
Rizsa Albarracin is the director of The Shepherd's Arms Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation in Bohol, Philippines that exists to care for disadvantaged children, empower communities to lift them out of poverty and help them realise God's promises for them. Rizsa was raised in poverty and has an amazing success story. She works for QLD health as a Neuroscientist and regularly takes teams to the Phillipines for medical missions and crusades. Listen in to her story!
Mike Barrett is the CEO and Founder of Transformation Ministries International. A former Drug Enforcer and Drug dealer, Mike now moves in the power of God. After starting one of Australia's most successful Drug Rehab Ministries in the late nineties Mike has spoken globally in over 20 nations, speaking to tens of thousands of people at a time. He travels where others simply won't dare. From the slums of the Phillipines, to the Mexican border towns operated by the cartel, to war torn Africa whilst inspiring and encouraging the wider body of Christ to win the lost at any cost.
Bevan Matthews is a Kiwi-Born Evangelist and Author. After suffering from horrific trauma, he was caught in a life of addiction and darkness. That was, until a supernatural encounter changed his life! This eye opening interview will help you understand what goes on in the spiritual realm. Bevan shares how he saw both angels, and demons at work in his life and was transformed through the grace and love of God. Buckle up, this is one powerful testimony!
Cindy-Leigh Boske is a singer/songwriter & worship leader based in Brisbane, Australia. She’s performed with artists such as Keith Urban, Vanessa Amorosi, The Corrs, Tina Arena and many more. She’s been described as the “Woman with the golden pipes”. In this conversation she shares about her faith journey, her upbringing as a Pastor’s kid, and how she coped with the sudden loss of her Father. Listen in to her story!
Duncan Robinson is a Pastor, Author, Comic and Podcaster based in Sydney. He is the Lead Pastor of Northgate Church in Belrose, and he has co-founded I Need Answers Now which is a AI tool to answer questions about God. In this conversation, Duncan Shares about his faith journey, his background in radio and the heart behind his new book, "Full Phoenix Rising."
Carol Prater is a Pastor with a heart for people, prayer and the prophetic. She speaks regularly at Churches and Women's events and is honestly one of the most loving people you will ever meet. In this interview she shares about her transformation story, after discovering a prayer journal, where her mother had been praying for her and her sisters. It's a powerful testimony of her Mother's prayers. Listen in to her story!
Mike Knott is the former leader of Elim Churches NZ. Mike has an apostolic and prophetic ministry and has seen many miracles and healings in many nations around the world. Listen in to his story!
Joe Matthews is an Evangelist, based in Brisbane, Australia. In this conversation, Joe shares born and raised in Aotearoa, NZ. And how he has a heart for Men's ministry, winning souls and seeing lives transformed. Listen in to his story!
Graeme Burrill is the presenter and producer of the FLS (Faith, Life, Sport) podcast. He's worked in Australian commercial and community radio for over the past 25 years in a variety of roles. With a passion for sport and with his Christian faith. He's keen to share the stories and testimonies of the many Christians in Sport from around the world. His guests include Marnus Labuschagne, Brad Thorn, Shaun Pollock, & More!
Graeme Burrill is the presenter and producer of the FLS (Faith, Life, Sport) podcast. He's worked in Australian commercial and community radio for over the past 25 years in a variety of roles. With a passion for sport and with his Christian faith. He's keen to share the stories and testimonies of the many Christians in Sport from around the world. His guests include Marnus Labuschagne, Brad Thorn, Shaun Pollock and More! Listen in to his story!
Mandy Worby is a Radio host, a podcaster & an experienced Tour Guide for Israel & the Middle East. She's part of the team for Christian's for Israel Australia and has a heart to share about the Hebrew roots of the Christian Faith. Steve McKenna caught up with Mandy to hear her story. Listen in!
Nigel Christensen is from Celebrate Messiah NZ. He was raised in a home with parents who have now been serving in Jewish ministry for almost fifty years. Following a career as a primary school teacher, the Lord showed Nigel his background was no accident but rather the basis for a calling into Jewish ministry in 2014. Nigel now serves with Celebrate Messiah—New Zealand as their North Island representative. During the summertime, he offers free "Welcome to Wellington" tours and BBQs to Israeli travelers. Throughout the rest of the year, Nigel is an itinerant Bible teacher, traveling and visiting churches in the North Island to help believers have a heart for the lost sheep of Israel. In this conversation, he shares about his faith journey, his heart for Israel and his views on "Replacement Theology." Listen in to his story!
The Advice is a Christian Band from the USA. Their name came from Exodus 18:18 where Jethro gave advice to Moses to bring in help to judge the people. Matt Prater caught up with the Band to find out a bit of their story and the heart behind their music. Listen in!
Des Kennedy describes himself as a 'Prodigal Son', growing up in a loving Christian environment, but rejecting that life to find his own way in life. Some would call his life successful, however, Des looks back with regret on wasted years, on being a failed dad, and husband, and on finding faith in Jesus, how his life has turned around and is now focussed on serving others, particularly men. Des is the host of Momentum, a radio show and podcast aimed at helping men grow to be the men of God they were created to be. Listen in to his story!
Dr Patricia Weerakoon is an Australian Christian sexologist who was born in a Tamil Christian family in Sri Lanka, and grew up on a tea plantation. She is married to Vasantha and they have a son, Kamal, who is a Presbyterian minister.Patricia is a Sexologist, sex educator and writer and was trained in medicine at the University of Sri Lanka and did her postgraduate study in sexology at the University of Hawaii. She retired in 2011 after a 22-year career as an academic at the University of Sydney and for the last 8 years of her time as an academic, she was the director of an internationally recognised postgraduate program in sexual health.Over the years in retirement Patricia followed her passion to educate people of all ages on good holistic sexual health by speaking and writing in the area from a Christ focused Biblical framework.Join Grace Buckman in this interview as we hear more about Patricia's childhood and growing up in a home of faith, her journey into the medical field and practicing as a Christian sexologist, and her years of writing and speaking events.
Cheryl Hauer has served with Bridges for Peace for over 20 years. She is an author and speaker with a great story to tell! Bridges for Peace is a Jerusalem-based, Bible-believing Christian organization supporting Israel and building relationships between Christians and Jews worldwide. Cheryl resides in Jerusalem with her husband Steven. Listen in to her story!
Steve Taylor is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, film maker, and actor. He had a successful solo career during the 1980s. In contrast to many Christian musical artists, his songs have often taken aim at Christian hypocrisy or "error" with the use of satirical, sardonic lyrics. In 1997, he founded the record label Squint Entertainment, which fueled the careers of artists such as Sixpence None the Richer and Burlap to Cashmere. He has produced and written for numerous musical acts, one of the most consistent being Newsboys. And Manwell Reyes was the lead singer for Group 1 Crew, an American Christian hip hop and R&B band. Matt caught up with them at Easterfest many years ago, and got to chat to them about their story!
In 2004 Michael Harvey began to develop Back to Church Sunday throughout the UK and eventually throughout the English speaking world. He has spoken to thousands of church leaders in his Seminars and has to date seen hundreds of thousands of Christians mobilised to invite, resulting in 1 million+ accepted invitations. He is author of the book Unlocking the Growth and Creating a Culture of Invitation in your Church. As an itinerant speaker he has a ministry across 18 countries and 5 continents. Listen in to his story!
Murray Noble is a Communication Specialist and Researcher for Open Doors Australia. With an international perspective of the global Church, and a heart for social justice, Murray has a passion for giving all people the opportunity to follow Christ, regardless of their location or situation. Listen in to his story
Lucian and Jaylene Tabacaru are Aussie Missionaries from Brisbane, Australia. Their family includes Lucian, Jaylyne and their three kids Isaac, Noah and Lavinia. Since 2019, the Tabacaru's have been blessed to call the beautiful island of Espiritu Santo in Northern Vanuatu their home away from home. As missionaries they serve entirely on a volunteer basis and depend on the kindness and generosity of others to help us make a difference. The Tabacaru family serves in many ministry segments including Teen Girl Ministry, Medical, Disaster Relief, Kids Sports Program - Rugby and a small support school program. Join Grace Buckman in this interview where we hear more about their upbringing, being called to and moving to Northern Vanuatu for missions, and the wonderful journey serving the Lord there over the past 5 years.
Paul Robinson is chief executive officer of Release International based in the UK, an inter-denominational Christian ministry working through local church partners in more than 25 countries, helping persecuted Christians prayerfully, pastorally and practically. Listen on to his story!
Joseph Rojas is the lead Singer of Christian Rock band "Seventh Day Slumber." He tried to commit suicide following a cocaine binge, and became a Christian while being taken to the hospital in an ambulance. He continues to share his testimony of hope and healing. The band remains dedicated to addressing issues like addiction, depression, and self-worth through their music, ministry, and live performances, inspiring fans from all walks of life.
Pastor Tim Dillmuth is the discipleship pastor for Voice of the Martyrs Korea (South) and has worked for the organisation for over ten years. He has worked closely with underground Christians from North Korea, China, Southeast Asia and Central Asia. He currently oversees VOM Korea's China and Russia work as well as the Communications department. Pastor Tim was born in the USA and he and his family reside in Seoul, Korea. Listen in to his story wherever you get your podcasts!
Dr Ross James is the founder of Health Communication Resources Inc., which has pioneered community-centred media ministries with faith-based organisations in Asia and Africa, and WA's Mid West. Ross is a story teller, a radio announcer, a journalist, a lecturer and a cross-cultural communications specialist. He's been involved in ministry in the Seychelles Islands, the Philippines, Pakistan and many other Asian locations. Listen in to his story!
Elohisa Ro'eh was born in Tuscany - Italy and has lived in Africa, India and the Middle East, but now calls Australia home.Inspired by music since the age of four she began her spiritual journey in her early 20's on a quest to find God.After journeying for 25 years in the New Age, everything changed when she had an encounter with Christ 8 years ago that completely transformed her life. She abandoned her old path and have been since devoted to having an intimate relationship with Jesus.Her passion for music is now being focused on worship but also bringing Prophetic messages from The Kingdom of God through music and song.
Adrian Penny is a Singer/Songwriter and Children's Entertainer from Coffs Harbour. He is part of the team at, "Love Out Loud," a not-for-profit charity, established to provide Christian video scripture lessons to children in Australian and New Zealand public schools, and beyond. He's also lead singer of "The Toads," a band that is well known for dressing up in crazy animal costumes and having way too much fun on stage! Grace Buckman caught up with Adrian recently, listen in!
Eunia Simbagoye goes by the title Princess Eunia, which reflects her commitment to serving God, embracing her identity as His daughter, and living a life devoted to Him. Originally from Burundi, now based in Brisbane, Australia, she has been an evangelist for a decade and an itinerant preacher since 2022, she has a large social media following, and impacts many people around the world. She is also a journalism student with a Bachelor of Business majoring in International Tourism and a Master of Divinity. Writing is her passion, and she is excited to complete her journalism course to broaden her influence. Her dreams include running her blog, contributing to Christian magazines, and starting a podcast to inspire fellow believers. Grace Buckman spoke with her recently, listen in to her story!
Daniel and Victoria Cunningham are leaders of a ministry called Deliverance Down Under. It's all about Capturing Intimate Jesus Testimonies, Deliverance and Evangelism. They are based in Brisbane, Australia and are members of New Heart Baptist Church. Grace Buckman caught up with them recently to hear more about how they got started in the ministry, what's on their heart for this generation and so much more!
Jonas Myrin is the Grammy®, Dove and Billboard award winning singer, songwriter and producer who wrote two original songs for the movie, "The Hopeful," which is out in Cinemas from October 17th 2024. His songs are sung by churches all across the world (How Great is Our God, 10,000 Reasons among others). He has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Barbra Streisand, Idina Menzel, Andrea Bocelli, Delta Goodrem, Lauren Daigle, Snow Patrol and Celine Dion. Join Grace Buckman as we hear from Jonas about his childhood, his passion for music, career in the industry and involvement in The Hopeful. Made For You is available now.
Josh is from Voice of the Martyrs in the UK. I caught up with him In South Korea and he shared about his passion to support persecuted believers. He supports ministries in Asia in areas that are hostile to Christianity. Listen in to his story!
Dr Martin Nkundeki is a medical doctor in Kampala who, after serving as the Medical Director of Wentz Medical Center, answered the call to become an executive pastor at Gaba Community Church. In this Conversation he shares about there was Witchcraft that was strangling their region, and how the gospel has now transformed their community in every area of life! Matt caught up with Dr Martin in Uganda for this interview, listen in!
Maria Segerholm is an independent Christian singer/songwriter from Sweden who longs to spread hope and the love of Jesus through her music. Her music is soulful with influences from different genres such as pop, RnB, gospel, and country music. Stephen McKenna caught up with her recently, listen in to her story!
Roger Poupart is the Senior Pastor of Wayside Chapel in San Antonio Texas. Roger has previously served as a Dallas Police Officer. He's on the Board of Dallas Theological Seminary, and has a massive heart for Missions. Matt Prater caught up with Roger in Uganda as they were part of The Renewal Summit at Gaba Community Church. Listen in to his story!
Stephen Ssettimba is from African Renewal Ministries! Stephen is part of the team at Ggaba Community Church - Kampala, Uganda. Their ministry has planted over 1000 churches, trained over 2,700 leaders, and sponsored 15,000-plus children! They run medical clinics, a mobile Bible School and they are making a massive impact for the Gospel! Listen in to his story!
Jakki Civeriati is an Author and worship leader with a powerful story to tell! She has walked a road of discovery and learning, often through very challenging times. Some of her greatest learning moments have been through the experience of emotional abuse which has been prevalent in her life from her childhood and through her first marriage. Jakki has written a book, "Goodbye for Now or Goodbye Forever" about her experiences of emotional abuse and how she has overcome them, with the help of her Saviour, Jesus, in the hope it may help others who are experiencing the same behaviours in their life, within relationships they have. Listen in to her story!
(Little ears warning, might not be suitable for children.)Bonny Burns is a Christian woman from the US and is the founder of Strong Wives. The mission of Strong Wives is to help women overcome the devastating impact of sexual betrayal through growth into a woman who is powerful with determination, confident with discernment, and compassionate through the love of Christ through coaching and education.Bonny experienced heartbreak and sexual betrayal and her own marriage and she now works with and coaches women who have experienced the same. She's a credentialled partner coach and is coming to Australia in September to speak on problematic sexual behaviour and the traumatic impact it has on the partners.Bonny is also the host of two podcasts; Sex Chat for Christian Wives, and Hope for Wives.
Warren Mckenzie is a Pastor and a Hip-Hop Artist based at Reformation Baptist Church (formerly Biota Baptist Church). He has served as a youth leader, associate pastor, and youth outreach worker. Raised on hip-hop culture, he has served in ministries where music was used to teach the gospel in outreach. These days, his time is spent preaching and shepherding the flock of RBC. He loves teaching people the Scriptures and helping others grow in obedience to Christ. Warren and his wife, Bridget, have two children. Listen in to his story!
Mike McCarthy is a street evangelist based in Sydney who has seen thousands come to know Jesus. Known as "Mike with the mic" on YouTube, you will find Mike sharing the gospel with young men at Town Hall, groups of teenagers on their way to a night out, elderly couples walking by, whole families and anyone else who comes across his path. Mike has a passion for pointing people to Jesus, giving them hope and getting them filled with the Holy Spirit. Join Grace Buckman in this interview as we speak with Mike and discuss his ministry and heart for the lost, his inspiring story about how he came to meet Jesus, and so much more.
Mike Headley is a man on a mission! He's been involved in Full Gospel Business Australia, an organisation dedicated to influencing the seven spheres of influence of the culture of Australia with the power of the Kingdom of God. He's also doing a pioneering missionary work in the Phillipines. Listen in to his story!
Clare Steele is the CEO of Compassion Australia. Following a successful business career, Clare has worked for over a decade in Christian ministry, focusing on strategic leadership that enables churches to better serve their communities. She studied Engineering in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering at the University of Western Sydney as well as Master of Divinity through Sydney Missionary and Bible College. Listen in to her story!
Enoch Lavender was born in Australia, raised in Norway, spent time living in China and is now based in Melbourne, Australia.He has been studying Hebrew and the Jewish roots of our faith for the past decade, and has a keen interest in the Middle East from a Bible prophecy perspective. Enoch writes regular articles about current events as they relate to Bible Prophecy, and is a regular contributor to the Australian Newspaper Christians and Israel Today, as well as the international news web site Prophecy News Watch. Enoch is an assistant pastor at Living Way Christian Network in Blackburn, Melbourne. Grace Buckman caught up with him recently, listen in to his story!
Pastor Murray Townsend has trained and equipped over 25 pastors and leaders in the Solomon Islands. He has also seen some amazing miracles and people being set free. Listen in to his story!
Dr. Karen Liddell is an ordained minister and Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, advanced board certified in Integrated Marriage and Family Therapy, Child and Youth Therapy, Temperament Therapy, and Grief and Loss. Karen started her career as an adult and adolescent therapist in psych and substance abuse centres and hospitals and after raising her family was called into faith-based counselling and neuroplasticity-focused methods. Karen developed the Brain Retrain™ method which is a simple, easy-to-follow process that gets your mind into agreement with who God says you are and what He says you can do. It results in physiological neurogenesis, renewing your mind's processes and resulting emotions, actions, and experiences. Karen has also written multiple books and speaks at events across the country. Grace Buckman Spoke with her recently, listen in to her story!
Jack Harradine's calling and passion is ministering amongst, but not exclusive to, Indigenous people. He has a great desire to share the gospel in both word and deed. He's been with Bush Church Aid since 2017 where he previously served in Broken Hill. In 2023, he's commenced an evangelistic outreach role with the Aboriginal Berean Community Church in South Australia. Listen in to his story!
Maria Mason is a Pastor and Author from Byron Bay Australia. Alongside her Husband Phil, they Pastor "Tribe Church," a love-filled community that reveals the Heart of the Father. Maria brings much needed prophetic wisdom and breakthrough to change hearts and lead the Bride into the fullness of her calling to the world. Grace Buckman caught up with Maria for this interview, listen in!
Jack Barclay and Tom Mottershead are singer/songwriters from QLD Australia with a mission to speak God's kindness and comfort into weary and hurting hearts through gospel inspired music. Listen in to their story!
Kyal Cumming is the Pastor at Kingdom Church Gold Coast. Kyal has a heart to see the Jewish people to come to know that Jesus is Messiah and for the nations to be reached and discipled according to scripture in preparation for the return of Jesus. In this interview Kyal shares about his faith journey and his passion to share the good news of the gospel.
Nicola Rucci has been a pastor, leader and communicator for more than 3 decades and she is passionate about discipleship and helping people overcome barriers to personal growth. Together with her husband Gary, she leads Rivercity Family Church in Brisbane, Australia. Nicola and Gary have been serving in full-time Christian leadership for 30 years and during this time they served in a few of Australia's largest churches. Nicola recently published her new book Invisible Scars, which shares her heart-wrenching story of childhood sexual abuse, loss and grief. Her story will take you on a journey to healing inspired by her faith and will show you that you too can live in your freedom. Invisible Scars is available now for purchase on Amazon! Grace Buckman had a great chat with Nicola, listen in!
SVRCINA (SUR-SEE-NAH) is one of pop music's fastest rising stars. SVRCINA has surpassed over 120 million streams on Spotify, hit over 114K subscribers on YouTube, 13K+ followers on Instagram, secured a Top 3 spot on Billboard HOT CHR chart, GMA Song of the Year Nominee, #1 7 consecutive weeks on Australia's TCM charts, penned over 700 songs, and released several collaborations including Lecrae, Hulvey and Tauren Wells -- and she is truly JUST getting started. In this interview she shares about her faith journey, her love for Australia and the heart behind her music!
Ben Boland is an aged care chaplain who passionately promotes and resources the gospel for older people. He regularly writes and speaks about aged care ministry, including contributing to aged care spirituality publications. He is currently writing an MA project at Moore College about developing a theology of older people with specific reference to sexuality. In this interview he shares his testimony and his heart for chaplaincy.
Hannah Pettefer is a 26-year-old small business owner from Louisiana who recently published her first book, Open Hands. Hannah runs a specialty event planning business called Magical Moments that focuses on character parties and styled picnics. When Hannah isn't running parties and picnics, she's teaching ballet, running social media for her Father's two small businesses, or pursuing wonderful ministry opportunities like writing her first book. In Open Hands: A Journey to Trusting the Lord with Your Desires and Disappointments, Hannah shares personal tales of heartbreak and dreams, guiding readers from uncertainty to trust in God. It's not a book of quick fixes, but full of wisdom for embracing life's uncertainties with faith in God. Grace Buckman caught up with Hannah to find out her story, listen in!
Kimberley Linco has a diverse background in marketing, event management, public relations, and a Bachelor of Communications. She works with organisations like Open Doors and McCrindle Research and has an amazing testimony to tell! Listen in to her story!
Pastor Kiran Skariah also known as PastorSKAR online, is an ordained minister with a passion to see the next generation be all they can be. After gaining a decade of Youth Ministry experience at his local Church and serving full time as Associate Pastor there, Kiran realised the huge need for a safe, welcoming space for all in the online world, where honest faith conversations can spark and people can be themselves, ask questions and connect in a way that was previously unimaginable. With a goal to impact the world in mind, Kiran started livestreaming on the world's largest streaming platform, Twitch.tv and over weeks, months and years, dedicated himself to building a free, accepting, family-friendly community where gamers and non-gamers alike can gather and share a laugh, have some fun, and for those that were interested, talk about their faith. Today this Ministry is run very similarly to a local Youth Group, but is open for all and digitised to meet the demographic. This includes interactive games with the community, regular prayer time, a weekly message, and all the laughs and craziness you could imagine - and lives are being impacted all over the world!! Listen in to his Story!
Steve Kang is a former Buddhist turned evangelist and pastor following a drug related near death experience. He is featured in the movie, "After Death," which is a gripping film that explores the afterlife based on near-death experiences, conveyed by scientists, authors and survivors. Listen in to his story about his encounter with heaven and hell!
Dave Twigg is the outreach Pastor at Bridgeman Baptist Church in Brisbane. He was invited to Church as a teenager, and was so amazed! He even asked the guy who took him if it's really free to attend! He has a great heart to reach people with the good news of the gospel. Listen in to his story!
Amy Hayes is the mother of 8 children and grandmother to ten (and counting). Her writing career started when the Lord called her to mentor parents. Her first book, How I Raised 8 Amazing Kids in Spite of Myself, is a brief overview of her life raising her 8 children through the ups and downs, challenges and upheaval of 3 marriages and divorces. Her second book, Graceful Parenting, is specifically for Christian parents or anyone who wants to know what the Bible really says about parenting. Ms Hayes' passion is to equip Christian parents with kingdom keys to raise children who know and love God and fulfill their God-given destiny in the Body of Christ and on the Earth. Grace Buckman caught up with Amy to hear her story!
Katisha Adelaide is a Violinist, singer, looping artist and multi-instrumentalist from Townsville, Australia. She's toured in Australia, The Phillipines, Sweden, Kenya and Thailand. She's also partnered with YWAM and other ministries to reach the world with her music. Listen in to her story!
The Springmans are the Canadian equivalent of the Travelling Von Trapp family! Their first album, Happy Beach, was produced by, and co-written with, multi Grammy© and Dove Award winner Mark Heimermann. (dcTalk, Michael W. Smith, Newsboys) Happy Beach won a number of awards including the Parents' Choice Award, NPPA Award, and the GMA Canada Covenant Award for "Children's Album Of The Year." In this interview we hear about how Perry came to Christ after being raised in a Jewish Family, and we hear about their love for Australia!
Homer Hargrove is the Senior Pastor at Gravetop Church in San Antonio, Texas. He started with a broken life that was full of trauma, addiction and violence, and everything changed when he decided to tap into something greater than himself. He's started and developed ministries from the ground up and has made significant impacts within recovery centres, public schools, detention centres and other organizations. Grace Buckman caught up with Homer to hear his story!
"The Chosen" is a TV series about Jesus that has been viewed all over the world in many languages, and many lives have been impacted! In this program, Matt caught up with some of the cast from the Chosen. Listen in to hear from Paras Patel (Matthew), Noah James (Andrew), Vanessa Benavente (Mother Mary), Abe Bueno-Jallad (Big James), Yasmine Al-Bustami (Ramah) and Brandon Potter (Quintus).
Jonathan Roumie is an American actor known for his role as Jesus in the Chosen and as evangelist Lonnie Frisbee in the 2023 film Jesus Revolution.Dallas Jenkins is an American film and television director, writer and film producer. He is best known as the creator, director and co-writer of the Chosen, the first multi-season series about the life of Jesus.
Cole Richards is the President of The Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) based in the USA, a ministry that serves, and serves with, Christians who are severely persecuted for their faith on the world's most difficult and dangerous missions frontiers.In addition to leading VOM's service to persecuted Christians abroad, Cole serves as Publisher and Executive Producer of VOM's publishing and media initiatives. This includes VOM Books and Films, VOM Radio and VOM's award-winning monthly magazine that is distributed free of charge to more than 700,000 homes and churches each month. Cole joined VOM in 2006 after living and ministering in one of the least-reached and restricted nations in the Middle East, where he, his wife and their children reached out to Muslims and supported persecuted Christians. Before entering full-time ministry, Cole served as a USAF officer, focusing on the rise of Islamic terrorist groups in the Middle East. Listen in to his story!
Felicia Limmer is a Radio host, Podcaster and lecturer at Christian Heritage College! Drawing from her experience as the National Marketing Manager for Baskin Robbins, one of her key areas of passion is to help students and organisations 'find their flavour' by understanding who their 'customers' are and how to create a flavour that keeps them wanting to come back for more! She is also part of the team at Vision Christian Radio and she produces her own podcast, "Quicksticks," a quick 5 minute bible story for each school day! Bible Stories which are told simply, designed to hold the attention of even young listeners. Listen in to her story!
Tony Benjamin is the CEO of Voice of the Martyrs Australia. In this conversation, he shares his testimony, and about his heart for the Persecuted Church around the world. Matt recorded this interview in South Korea during the Voice of the Martyrs international conference, listen in to hear the stories about their important work in nations like North Korea, China, Ukraine, Somalia, Mexico and many more!
Kala Yoder is a podcaster from Northern Indiana who has a passion to help busy people connect to God in simple yet deep and meaningful ways. She is the host of the Confidence in Christ podcast, a place where she encourages women to have confidence in Christ as they navigate life. Kala shares weekly podcast episodes with guests who have first hand experience gaining confidence in God through seeing him work and move in their lives, as well as daily scripture readings to help people grow in their relationship with God. Kala was recently one of the keynote speakers at the Michiana Women's Conference and has been involved in many other Christian conferences.This week also features guest host Grace Buckman! Grace is a youth leader at New Hope Brisbane, and also has her own podcast! Grace will be recording some Historymakers interviews, because Matt Prater is a bit overloaded. So you will be hearing her voice a bit more!
Ross Bellos is a highly experienced Sales and Account Manager of various clients and Businesses. He is very active in co-ordinating Prayer for Australia. He's got a powerful testimony of coming to Christ. Listen in to his story!
Clayton King is an accomplished author, teaching pastor of a local church, and radio show host. As well as training and raising up young leaders and investing in pastors across a wide range of denominations. Clayton lives in Anderson, South Carolina and mostly spends his time traveling, preaching and speaking at churches, conferences, and leadership events. He loves good books, black coffee, four-wheelers, traveling, and anything that gets him outside and in the woods. Listen in to his story!
Colin Pinkney, is the Executive Director at The Harvest Center of Charlotte. As team chaplain for the NBA Charlotte Hornets Basketball team, he serves as a spiritual mentor to some of the NBA's most talented athletes and was recognized in 2011 by sports legend and philanthropist, Michael Jordan, as a hometown hero. Pinkney's first book, Blueprints: Mentoring Designs for Young Black Males, has garnered local acclaim, and his second book, Forgiving Our Fathers, Healing our Homes, brings solutions to the generational decay in underserved communities. Listen in to his story!
Sarah Keel is the Executive Director of Renew Clinic in Knoxville Tennessee, an intensive outpatient treatment center that is Christ-centered and clinically informed. Sarah has worked in the addiction and recovery field for several years. Sarah is a former addict, a follower of Jesus, and is passionate about sharing her faith! Listen in to her story!
Jon Seccombe is an Aussie Singer/songwriter who trained in music at the NSW State Conservatorium of Music and studied English Lit and Ancient History with an Honours degree in New Testament History from Sydney's Macquarie University. He has been a Head of Department and teacher of English and History for three decades. Jon plays piano, trumpet, saxophone, flute, pipe organ and has stretched to playing oboe in a school musical. He has been the music director at a number of Sydney churches and the musical director for secular stage shows. Listen in to his story!
Johannes Gerloff has been a Middle East correspondent in Israel for over 20 years. He writes and teaches on current affairs concerning Israel and its surrounding countries and theological issues for media in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Czech Republic. He has authored several books. His lectures include up-dates on the current situation in the Middle East, but also teachings concerning Christian-Jewish relations and the meaning of the Jewish people and its return to the Land of Israel from a biblical perspective.
Dr Paul Browning has been a headmaster for more than 23 years. He's also an Author and sought after speaker internationally. Based on his first-hand experience of navigating an organisation through a highly public ethical crisis, he wrote "Principled", where he outlines the ten key leadership practices that build trust based on evidence-based research. His PhD research into the practices that engender trust was nominated for an outstanding thesis award and won an Executive Dean's commendation from Queensland University of Technology. In this interview he shares about his faith journey, and how biblical principles have helped him along the way! Listen in to his story!
Phil Mason is an Author & Pastor from Tribe Byron Bay. In this interview he shares about how he came to Christ in the Aussie version of the "Jesus Revolution," and how he's seen many miracles & salvations at New Age Festivals around Australia. Phil has the Father's heart for Australia & has a deep desire to lead the Church into a revival and a heart revolution that will change the nation. He has also Authored a number of books, including a book about the prophetic songs of Bob Dylan. Listen in to his story!
Gerald Ross is an Associate Pastor at Restore ministries with Beenleigh Baptist Church. In this interview he shares about how he has overcome many addictions & a life of crime. He is now helping others get their life on track with a message of hope & healing through a relationship with Jesus.
Aiden Grant is a Radio Announcer & podcaster based in Adelaide. His podcast, "Songs that changed you," recently won an award in the Australian Podcast awards. Listen in to hear about his faith journey & about the impact his favourite songs have made on him!
David Sams is CEO of KeepTheFaith, America's top-rated syndicated Christian music program with nearly 8 million monthly listeners. He is a 9-Time Emmy Winning Producer/Director/Writer. He has been featured in the pages of USATODAY, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY and TVGuide. He has appeared on 60 MINUTES, ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT, NBC'S TODAY, & DATELINE NBC. In 1986, he launched the OPRAH WINFREY SHOW into national syndication. It was #1 in nearly every TV market from her very first day on the air. Sams also helped turn WHEEL OF FORTUNE and JEOPARDY into the two highest-rated shows in syndication history. I caught up with David in Nashville to record this interview about his faith journey, listen in! https://keepthefaith.com
Ming Dao Ting, better known online as Tingman, is an Australian cubing YouTuber, known for his wide array of wholesome content relating to Rubik's cubes. He has many videos that have gone viral including Indoor skydiving with a cube, solving cubes blindfolded, and he also shares about his faith with his followers. He has also worked as a School Teacher & also shares in seminars about how to share your faith online! Listen in to his story! youtube.com/@Tingman
Scott Hogle is a 30-year career broadcaster, President of iHeart Media Honolulu, best-selling Author, a founding member of The John Maxwell Team, and licensed Teaching Pastor at New Hope Christian Fellowship, Oahu. Listen in to His story! www.scotthogle.com
Dr William Vun is the Senior pastor and also the founder of Glory Christian Centre, in Malaysia. He was called into the ministry through an open vision at the age of 17. Known as a man of vision, Rev. Dr. William carries the apostolic mandate to bring a freshness of expressions to the Church of today. Rev. Dr. William's ministry has impacted Churches in many nations. gcc.org.my/senior-pastor/
David Knight is part of the Online ministry team at New Hope Oahu. In this interview David shares about the incredible growth and reach of their livestreaming ministry. David also been involved in the New Hope Churches in Japan, in Men's ministry, Christian movies & has a background in radio as well. Listen in to his story! www.enewhope.org
DJ Paine is a radio host, podcaster, photographer, Professional Christian music geek & amateur Bible nerd. In this interview he shares about his faith journey, and about his background in working with Christian groups like Krosswerdz, Compliments of Gus & Sons of Korah. He also shares about his passion for Christian radio & his new role at Vision Christian radio. His enthusiasm is contagious, listen in! https://djpaine.com
Earl Lamar is the Chairman of the Hour of Power Australia. The Hour of Power is a TV ministry hosted by Bobby Schuller, based in California. In this interview Earl shares his testimony of coming to Christ, how the Lord has called him into his Business, and how the ministry of the Hour of Power has impacted his life over many years. https://hourofpower.org
Chris Dickons is originally from Middlesbrough in the UK. He is part of the Team for City to City Australia. Chris is passionate about the Church and its role as a transformational force in the local community. He loves to see Christians discipled and equipped in their gifts and calling to make an impact where they live, work and socialise. Chris has 20 years' experience working in various roles across ministry, education and the not-for-profit space in Australia and overseas. Chris has had the privilege of serving with Alpha in the UK and Australia and Korus Connect, where he worked across school chaplaincy, SRI, training and launched a new missional initiative in collaboration with local churches. Chris is an advocate for Christian Education and has recently served on a local school board to help to develop their missional focus. Listen in to his story! https://citytocityaustralia.org.au
Yehuda Bachana was born in Jerusalem in 1979 into a believing family and was born into the community of Netivyah, a Bible Instruction ministry in Jerusalem. He served in the army as a sniper in the paratroopers, and after his release and some odd jobs, he began working in Netivyah as a youth counselor and overseer for the soup kitchen/food distribution project. He currently serves as deputy director of Netivyah and one of the elders of the "Ro'eh Israel" congregation. He is married to Lydia, and they have three children. https://netivyah.org
Patrick Mcfall is the Senior Pastor at New Hope Hawaii Kai. He grew up in California, and has served for many years as a youth & young adults pastor, and has a connection to the Jesus Movement in his testimony. He loves to surf & has a heart to reach Hawaii Kai with the gospel, listen in to his story!
Paul Clayton Gibbs founded The Pais Movement, a non-profit organization which has grown from one pioneering team in Manchester, England in 1992 to becoming a global enterprise with teams in over twenty nations and headquarters on six continents 30 years later. Paul is known for mobilizing the many not just the few. Currently impacting six continents with his books, Masterclasses, consultancy and The Pais Movement, Paul has a slightly different perspective on things. He combines ancient methods of discipleship with a communication style that is creative and fun. He is an award-winning author and his books provide handbooks with practical principle applications to help people build something good together in their world. Paul is a gifted speaker, teacher, and author of several books who spends much of his time producing resources to train and mentor Christian leaders. He also travels throughout the world, speaking and teaching. 25 years ago Paul prayer walked across England. In 2021 he did it again! Listen in to his story! https://paismovement.com
Pastor Wayne Alcorn is the National President of the Australian Christian Churches, leading over 1,000 churches and over 3,000 pastors across Australia. Together with his wife Lyn, Wayne pastors the thriving multi-campus Hope Centre in the South-East corner of Queensland. He is one of Australia's foremost Christian communicators and is committed to making disciples, building the Church and seeing lives transformed as people come to know Jesus. He's recently released a book called, "My Father's Son." Wayne has seen the radical life-change that happens in men as they embrace the love of God the Father. And he has seen that love heal and transform men's lives - his father's, his own and the countless men across Australia he has talked to and helped heal. This book is about his - and their - story. And the story of how God's love transforms generations. A story that just might change your life. https://www.waynealcorn.com
David Balestri is the founder of marketplace invasion who along with being a seasoned prophetic minister is also a successful entrepreneur. He has personally pioneered and operated over a dozen businesses for over 30 years (his first business venture was at the age of 10.) Currently David serves Ps Mark and Darlene Zschech as the business pastor of in their multi-site church on the Central Coast of Sydney, Australia called HopeUC. David also runs two cutting edge executive coaching companies, one primarily focused in the open market called "Giant Maker Coach" which works with businesses, organisations and forward thinking individuals. The second is called "Marketplace Invasion" which is geared primarily towards working with kingdom business people and dynamic influencers in marketplace leadership positions.
Luke Reifler works with Australian Christian College in Sydney, leading the Distance Education team with 600+ students across NSW. He was raised at Sherwood Cliffs Drug Rehab near Coffs Harbour. His Parents Jon and Honi Reifler are the founders of this ministry. Listen in to his story of how he came to Christ and about his passion to serve the Lord!
Henry Olonga is a Former Zimbabwe cricket international. His international career came to an end in 2003 after Olonga and teammate Andy Flower wore black armbands during an international cricket match in the 2003 Cricket World Cup to "mourn the death of democracy" in Zimbabwe. He made it to the battle rounds on the Talent show, "The Voice," in 2019, and has released a number of albums. He is also an author, a commentator and an evangelist. Listen in to his story!
Mitchael Curtis is a well known speaker & Farmer from King's Farms, a 3rd Generation farm based just south of the community of Katherine in the Northern Territory. The Curtis family are heavily involved in the local Katherine community and are actively involved in supporting Missions in the Pacific & south east Asia. Mitchael served as a Pastor for many years, before taking on the family farm. Listen in to his story!
Revd Dr Don Hardgrave has served as a pastor, church-planter, denominational leader, author and educator since 1974. His passion for spiritual awakening has contributed to the revitalisation of numerous congregations and the commencement of more than 30 new churches in Australia. In this interview Matt & Don also discuss the Youth camps Don has been involved in, they also chat about the Camp where Matt gave his heart to the Lord!
Chuck Girard is a Singer/Songwriter, Author and Worship Leader. He is one of the Pioneers of Contemporary Christian Music, during the Jesus Movement, and is Co-Founder of the band 'LOVE SONG.'
David Dusek is the founder of Rough Cut Men Ministries, which is primarily a live, interactive men's experience using a strategic combination of action movie sequences, real world current events, Biblical truth and fireteam-sized discussion times with a single, laser focused objective: To get men talking about what's really going on in their lives. His mission is to encourage and equip men to live their lives for Christ. He utilizes his life experiences - including his upbringing in a non-Christian home, coming to Christ as an adult, and an extensive business background - to reach men in a way that they can understand. David's is to engage all men where they are the "other six days of the week" — not just in church.
Phil McCallum is the Senior Pastor of Evergreen Church in Seattle. In this interview, Phil shares about his faith journey, their massive Christmas lights outreach, his heart for Israel, and how the Alpha course is reaching many with the Gospel in Seattle. Phil is also the Founding Pastor of New Hope Brisbane. Listen in to his story!
Dr. Wayne Cordeiro is the founding pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship in Honolulu. New Hope is also listed as one of the top ten most innovative churches in America by Outreach Magazine, listing them as one of the "top five churches to learn from." New Hope has seen over 110,000 first time decisions in Hawaii since its inception in 1995. He is a church planter at heart with over 150 churches planted in the United States and around the world. Wayne has over 40 years of ministry leadership experience, authored twelve books, and is general editor for the Life Connect Bible. He is now Pastor at New Hope West and is President of New Hope Christian College based in Eugene, Oregon.
Tom Mottershead is a singer-songwriter and producer based in Brisbane Australia. Originally from the UK and then New Zealand, Tom shares how his own mental health and faith journey has inspired him to write gospel-centered songs based on scripture to bring hope to those struggling with anxiety and depression.
Dean Briggs is part of the team at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City. Formerly a pastor and church planter, Dean serves the Body of Christ as an apostolic teacher and strategist, consulting movements, ministries, and coaching leaders and executives across five continents. He is in Australia to assist in promoting the World Prayer Assembly to be held in Perth in October this year. https://deanbriggs.com
Leisl Field is an Author and a Singer/Songwriter based in Melbourne, Australia. Originally from South Africa, Leisl shares about her faith journey and about her passion for writing songs that impact people. She also shares about the pain she's endured after suffering a miscarriage, and how the Lord has strengthened her and helped her through her trials.
Naomi Reed is an is an acclaimed storyteller, speaker & author based in Sydney, Australia. She grew up in Sydney, with one brother, one dog, two cats, four hens, nine ducks and a turtle! She's previously served as a missionary in Nepal, and she is the author of 10 books for adults and children, and she particularly loves to draw people back to the hope we have in Christ. She has also co-authored a book with Feby Chan, called "Walking him home." This Book is about Feby's testimony & her relationship with Andrew Chan. He was a member of the Bali Nine who had been in Indonesia's notorious Kerobokan Prison for 10 years for drug smuggling, and was executed in April 2015. Listen in to this powerful interview!
Tyler Shedd is a Pastor & Missionary based in Adelaide, Australia. In this interview he shares about his journey of faith & being raised in the USA, his missionary work in Asia among the Poor & Vulnerable & women caught in the sex industry, and about his first ever sermon in Brazil! Listen in to his story!
Pastor Glenn Bleakney is an author & speaker based in the USA. Having previously Pastored in both Canada in Perth, Australia, Glenn has a heart for the nations. He has hosted miracle crusades and Kingdom endeavours in Asia via both the Church and their own ministry network known as 'Awake Nations'. The vision of Awake Nations is to take the Gospel of the Kingdom to the world demonstrating Christ's love and power to those who do not know Him. Awake Nations does this with uncompromising conviction and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Many lives have been saved and transformed through the power of God manifesting through signs and wonders. Listen in to his story! https://www.awakenations.org
Adam Brown has a powerful story to tell! After many years of addiction & crime, Adam found himself at a tent outreach in North Brisbane. After attempting to attack the preacher, he had an encounter with God, and has never been the same! He is now a rap artist & speaker with a heart to reach the world with a message of Hope.
Darren Chapman is a Pastor, Author & viral Tiktok sensation! Darren is part of the C3 Church movement based in Newcastle. In this interview he shares about his faith journey, his social media ministry & his heart for marriages. http://www.thehappymarriage.com.au/
Andrew Cannon is an Evangelist born and raised in Liverpool, UK. The hand of God radically touched him in 2010 when he called on the name of Jesus. His life was full of destruction and addictions, alcohol, drugs and self-harming. It was on Andrews very first encounter with the love and power of Jesus that he was transformed. He was completely and instantly set free, his life of destruction and the chains of the enemy were broken off. He now lives a life sold out for Jesus, Andrew has lead 1000's to the Lord through the love, truth and compassion of Christ and encourages believers to do the same in their everyday life. The name Gospel Grenades was born from a dream Andrew had, he was walking through a war-torn city, gangs of people where on street corners plotting destruction. Andrew looked down and the Lord had placed grenades into both his hands, it seemed strange to him but he felt Jesus tell him to throw them into the crowds. Once thrown the grenades exploded in the centre of the crowds with adverse effects, instead of bringing destruction, the explosions brought REVIVAL, PEACE, JOY, LOVE, UNITY, GROWTH, KINDNESS, FAITH, RECONCILIATION. Whilst travelling through an airport a couple of weeks later Andrew was surprisingly stopped by airport security, they swabbed his hands and found explosives, having not been in contact with any kind of explosive material, Andrew felt this was confirmation in naming their ministry, Glory to God! https://gospelgrenades.com
John Mumford is part of the leadership with Vineyard Churches in the UK & around the world. In this Interview he shares about his faith journey, his friendship with Justin Welby the Archbishop of Canterbury, and about his son Marcus Mumford, from the band Mumford & Sons.
Rudi Wiens is part of the team with Far East Broadcasting Company. He grew up in Siberia where his Christian parents of Germanic background were banished during WWII. As a child, he listened to the sometimes-jammed, scratchy shortwave radio signal of the Far East Broadcasting Company. He could only dream that God would somehow use him someday in a radio ministry. Through God's grace and timing, he has spent many years serving Christ through radio in countries like vast Russia where his voice is well known and loved. But he hasn't stopped there. Now, he is actively involved in establishing new, local radio stations for FEBC, pumping the Gospel message into the countries of Central Asia in the local languages. Listen in to his story, and here the latest about their ministry in the Ukraine.
Eloise Robertson is a Singer/songwriter from the Gold Coast. She's worked in various bands and duos and has also travelled with the Southern Gospel Choir to the US in 2012. She is a Pop/R'n'B/Soul singer but love blues rock and jazz too. In this interview she shares about her faith journey & her new projects she's working on. I first saw her on Facebook singing worship songs on the street while she was busking, and I thought what an amazing voice! Listen in to her story!
Bob Beaudine is the Author of "2 Chairs - The Secret that changes everything." Many people, including me, have had their life changed by this book! It's a great reminder to start everyday with God! Bob is the CEO of Eastman & Beaudine, a leading executive search firm in sports/entertainment. Bob has helped shape the leadership teams of some of the world's most innovative businesses- NBA, Baseball, Hockey, Tennis, Rodeo, PGA Tour, US Olympics, NASCAR, Professional Bull Riders & Horse Racing. He has interviewed & coached Senators, Governors, Generals, CEO's, University Presidents, Top Athletic Coaches and Studio Presidents. He is sought out by many top universities, business & sports/entertainment organizations to speak at conferences. He has recently made appearances on The Today Show, CNBC, Fox Business News Primetime with Dave Ramsey, Business News Network in Canada, ABC Good Morning Texas, Fox Good Day, & CBN News. Listen in to his story, which he tells with contagious enthusiasm! https://www.bobbeaudine.com
Thelma Dzwowa is a young woman with a passion to see her generation impacted with biblical truth. Originally from Zimbabwe, she is currently working in the area of Community Development with the Brisbane Broncos. She has authored two books, "The Warring Generation," & "Everything In Between - A journey from Singleness to Marriage." She also shares about her experience at the Battle Cry Prayer Event at Suncorp Stadium in 2022. Listen in to her story!
Suzie Overell is the managing director of the Christian religious instruction network in Ipswich Qld. In this interview she shares about her faith journey & her passion to reach the next generation. Listen in to her story!
Dr Stuart Robinson is an Author and Pastor who has a great story to tell! From a non-Christian background he became a committed follower of Jesus Christ at a young age. He sensed an immediate call to Christian ministry, which through secular University and Theological College studies, crystallised into cross-cultural mission into South Asia for many years. He also spent many years as Pastor of Crossway Baptist Church in Melbourne. During Stuart's time as Senior Pastor, Crossway also became known as a church planting, training centre and a major incubator of cross-cultural staff all supported and sent out to many other countries. Stuart himself has ministered in over 70 countries. He transferred his Senior Pastoral responsibilities to his successor in 2009 and since then has been released to write books, three of which have reached "best seller" status. As a speaker his major topics include prayer, church growth, cross-cultural mission and Islam. When asked to describe his life and ministry he replies that he is, "Just a nobody who has been sent to tell anybody that Somebody died for everybody." That Somebody is Jesus Christ whom Stuart still follows. Listen in to his story!
Branwen Mearns is part of the team at Fishers of Men is an inter-denominational Christian charity ministering without distinction to those who are homeless, at threat of homelessness, or poor or needy. Listen in to the story of how she came to Christ, how she met her husband Bobby and how their ministry is making a difference in peoples lives!
Pastor Toby Baxter has over twenty-five years' experience in community ministry and social work, with a focus on the juvenile justice and drug and alcohol sectors. Toby has also founded what he refers to as Empowered Faith Communities (EFC's) with Crossway Baptist Church. Utilising community development and discipleship concepts EFC's aim to see transformation of people within communities of disadvantage. Toby has recently released a book with Mark Matthews called, "Ordinary Mentoring for Extra-ordinary Transformation." Listen in to his story!
Brett Mcleod is the Director for New Hope Care, a charity working with the homeless in Brisbane. In this interview he shares his story of how he came to Christ, and the journey he's been on. Brett has run many businesses, he's worked with Focus on the Family, in Christian radio, and in Churches. Listen in to his story!
Andrew Corbett has pastored Legana Christian Church Australia in Northern Tasmania since 1995. He is the National President of ICI Theological College (a Theological distance education provider). He holds degrees in Biblical Studies, and a Doctor of Ministry Degree. He is a visiting scholar with the Los Angeles based Science-Faith Think Tank - Reasons To Believe. His radio program, Finding Truth Matters, is heard around Australia and by Podcast around the world. Listen in to his story, and about the recent outreach with Evangelist Will Graham in Tasmania!
Mark Matthews is the Empowered Faith Communities National Manager and Indigenous COACH Lead. Mark has worked in the social welfare sector of Melbourne for 30 years. He holds Diplomas in Social Science and Business and is trained in providing professional supervision and counselling. Mark's work has involved providing direct casework to clients, leading teams of Social Work and Health professionals in service provision, and being instrumental in designing, developing and managing major crisis accommodation centres and housing programs across Melbourne. Since 2007, Mark has been responsible for the ongoing development of the COACH Community Mentoring program. Mark currently leads a community church in Rosebud (Victoria) that is offered to people who don't feel they could easily fit within a mainstream church. Listen in to Mark's story, and about his new Book, co-authored with Toby Baxter called, "Ordinary Mentoring for Extra-ordinary Transformation."
Steve and Ainsley Apirana are Singer/Songwriters based in the Sunshine Coast, Australia. Steve's music career began in the band Butler who shared the stage with bands like Black Sabbath back in the seventies. It was during his days in Butler that he found faith in Jesus and began his career as a soloist. Nowadays he shares the stage with his wife Ainsley, who writes her own songs, has recorded two albums and plays rhythm guitar, whistles and flutes. Together they aim to encourage, uplift and inspire audiences through their stories and songs through their personal experience of 40 odd years of marriage, of life on the road, and of life as a Christian. Steve and Ainsley play anywhere they are invited and are used to a wide variety of audiences from school classes to prisons to the various denominations of churches, to festivals, house concerts, cafes and pubs. Listen in to their story!
Namila Davui (aka Myshon Kyd) was born in Lautoka, Fiji. He's played Rugby League for the Parramatta Eels, the Canterbury Bulldogs and Fiji, playing a handful of test matches and was chosen in the squad for the Fiji Bati in the 2008 Rugby League World Cup. He's also hip hop artist, and is training to be a minister in the Uniting Church. He is the Director of Davui Productions, who specialise in youth development programs and consultation in the Brisbane region. Listen in to his story!
Jason Perkins is the Network Director for the Australian Irresistible Churches Network. Through years of leadership, he's experienced some of the highest highs and some of the lowest lows. In 2015, Jason accepted a lead pastor position at a North Point Strategic partner church in Colorado Springs where after years of growth in attendance, engagement, and giving, he came face to face with burn out. It was in this season that Jason realized the importance of soul care, and how it doesn't have to mean sacrificing your strategy or success. Jason is passionate emotionally healthy leadership and about helping leaders and teams reach their strategic goals without losing their souls. He spends his time outside of the Irresistible Churches Network offering coaching and consulting services to ministry leaders and their staff.
Keren Fuhrmeister is the Hospital director of the African Mercy, the mission hospital ship. The African Mercy is currently in Dock in Dakar Senegal giving life changing free surgical services to the west African nation. Listen in to hear how this amazing ministry brings hope, healing and the love of Jesus to the nations!
Faith Sosene is a Samoan-Australian singer who made it to the top 4 of The Voice Australia season 11. She has the voice of an angel, and has a stage presence that has wowed people all over the world! Listen in to her testimony and the inspiration behind her music.
Darren Bennett is an Aussie author who loves to share a good yarn. In this conversation he shares about his faith journey and about some of his many zany adventures. Darren had to hang on for dear life in a cyclone that destroyed Darwin. He also lived to tell about his experience on a sinking cruise ship in Indonesia and survived an ordeal with wild buffalo in outback Australia. Listen in to his story!
Ian Jones is well known as the cartoonist behind the comic strips, PEARLY GATES and BUSHY TALES. A former schoolteacher, Ian is also the pastor of an international church in Brisbane. He loves travelling and has spent time with the people and cultures of over 50 countries around the world. He is also an award-winning photographer. He has some great stories of how people have been impacted by his cartoons! Listen in to his story!
Peter Shurley is one of Australia's most popular and sought after Gospel artists. This multi- award winning singer, songwriter and instrumentalist continues a busy international touring schedule based from his home in northern Tasmania. Not only are his live performances and recordings highly acclaimed, he is also much sought after as a Christian communicator. This also brings an inspirational, challenging and often humorous dimension to his concerts that is quite unique. As Founding Pastor of Life Christian Church and a family of 5 children, life for Peter is full. Two of his greatest passions are to inspire the next generation of Christian leaders and as an ambassador for the work of Compassion, excite people towards world mission. Listen in to his story!
Patrick Gibney is well-known as the "Dancing delivery driver." A video of Patrick busting some moves went viral in 2020, and he was featured on Breakfast TV and numerous media outlets. He has endured two serious brain tumour operations but can still perform dance moves like a teenager. He's also done some acting alongside his sister, Rebecca Gibney. His life changed forever at age 22 when he became a Christian. Listen in to his story!
William Dumas is the Senior Pastor of Ganggalah Church and CEO of Ganggalah Training Centre and Ganggalah Aboriginal Arts. He is also the chairman of the ACC (Australian Christian Churches) National Indigenous Initiative. Pastor Will is a well renowned speaker with a mandate to raise up Indigenous leaders. He has ministered extensively throughout Australia and in remote areas of the Australian outback. He is a respected Pastor, gifted and authoritative communicator and is well known for his fun and easygoing manner. Operating in multiple aspects of the five-fold ministry, it is Ps Will's passion to see people truly transformed by the love of Jesus Christ and the power of His Holy Spirit. Listen in to his story!
Laurette Chala is a Gospel music singer and songwriter from Congo. She went to primary school in Zimbabwe as a refugee and finished her studies in Australia, where she still resides today. She has a beautiful voice and an electric stage presence! Listen in to the story about her Faith journey and her love for music that moves people!
Daniel Sih is a Pastor, Author, coach and blogger from Tasmania. He is the Senior Pastor of Together Church and is also the founder of the Together Network, an ecumenical network seeking to equip everyday Christians to share the gospel. Daniel is passionate about training disciples, equipping leaders, and launching missional communities across the suburbs of Hobart and beyond. He is Author of the book, "Spacemaker: How to Unplug, Unwind and Think Clearly in the Digital Age."
Michelle Hamilton has an amazing story to tell! For 3 terrifying days she clung helplessly to her small capsized canoe in the South China Sea. Menaced by hungry sharks, enduring tropical storms and with no food or water, Michelle hovered near death. For Michelle the miracle is not so much that she survived, but how she survived! At critical moments, she heard an audible voice telling her exactly what to do to survive. Featuring world-wide in Readers Digest, this modern day Jonah tale of Michelle's experience with a merciful God and an amazing encounter with angels, is a story that will not only thrill but challenge you to have 100% Faith in God, in the midst of your own storms. In this interview she shares her story of a mother's tireless vigil to find her lost child, of human helplessness and the intervention of a sovereign God.
Dave Adamson was a TV sports reporter in Australia before moving to the US to pursue ministry. In 2008 he became one of the first online pastors in the world. He has grown and led online communities of more than 80,000 people each week at two of Outreach Magazine's largest churches in the US, including Andy Stanley's North Point Ministries, where he was the social media pastor from 2013 to 2020. He is now the "Orange," Director for Australia and New Zealand, partnering with 200+ churches in Australian and NZ. He also loves researching the 1st century cultural context of Jesus and Hebrew words for his daily Instagram devotions, and YouTube channel. He's also released 3 books, 52 Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know, and Chasing The Light & MetaChurch.
Annette Spurr is a wife, a mum, a business woman, and an author with a great story to tell. In this interview she shares about her faith journey, her ministry in Christian media and about her new book, "Seeing God."
NIFIK is a Brisbane-based Hip Hop creative, rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. Listen in as he shares about his faith Journey and the heart behind his music!
Leah Chandler is a singer/songwriter from Hawaii. Steve Mckenna caught up with Leah, she shares her testimony and the heart behind her music. She also shares about her time teaching English in Japan, and how God has been faithful in all of the ups and downs in life.
Shaun Hart is a former AFL player who reached the pinnacle of success when he played for the Brisbane Lions and they won the premiership from 2001 through 2003. However, he says that even though he and his team were having success on the field, he was often battling with depression off the field. In this interview Shaun shares about his testimony of how his life has been transformed through Christ and about his current efforts to help prevent suicide.
Ron Simms is the National Leader for Full Gospel Australia. Ron placed his faith in Christ in 1972. He joined the local Methodist church and later a Pentecostal church. Ron joined Full Gospel in 1989 as the pastor of a local fellowship. Ron has, over the years, served in a variety of ministry-focussed positions from youth work to missions, in local churches and para-church organisations. He has taught in Bible colleges and ministry training schools as well as engaging in a number of successful businesses. He currently serves with his wife, Justine providing support and member care for pastors throughout Australia and is the Dean of the College of Ministry Leadership.
Jimmy Njino has been preaching the Gospel from the age of 11. At the age of 16 after preaching at a church in downtown Nairobi, Kenya, God began to open doors around the nation as invitations began to pour in from all corners of Kenya. Jimmy in now Pastoring in Toowoomba. Listen in to his story and about the Vision he has to see Revival in Australia!
Norm Duffin has been serving up meals for the homeless at the Kings Table Soup Kitchen for a number of years. In this interview he shares about his many years of addictions, his time in the Navy, his time in prison and how he came to Christ. Listen in to hear his story!
Vince Esterman is an Aussie Evangelist and Author who has been a leading figure in the renewal movement in France. Many years ago he planted Catalyst Church in Ipswich and he has also founded a network of churches and has planted several other churches. He's spent countless hours preaching the Gospel with a sketchboard on the streets of Paris and other cities. He is in demand as a crusade preacher and seminar teacher having ministered extensively around the world. Listen in to hear his testimony!
Rex Carroll is a guitarist and known for his work in the Christian metal band Whitecross. The song "In the Kingdom," from Whitecross was a worldwide anthem in 1991, and also one of my favourite songs ever! Rex has also been the leader and guitarist of other bands including Fierce Heart, King James and the Rex Carroll Band. Listen in to his story and how his music has reached the world with the Gospel!
Karl Faase is a well-known Aussie Christian communicator, media presenter and social commentator. He's the CEO of Olive Tree Media, and he host's TV series like Jesus the Game Changer 1, 2 and 3, as well as Towards Belief, The Men's Series and The Family Series. Listen in to hear about his latest programs and the great line-up of guests!
Bethany Bolmers is a singer/songwriter and worship leader from Gateway Church in Melbourne. In this interview she shares about her faith journey, her songwriting and how her Church is passionate about using Creative arts to connect with their community.
Dr. Jeannie Trudel is the President of Christian Heritage College in Brisbane. She has a global background, having lived and worked in three countries. Through various organizations, she served as a trainer and organization development consultant for corporate and non-profit organizations in Boston, Los Angeles and Louisville. Formerly a solicitor in Australia, she has subsequently served as court-appointed/ approved mediator in Los Angeles, Boston, and Louisville. Raised in Malayasia, and coming to Christ at a young age, she shares about her faith journey and her career highlights. Listen in to her story!
Bella Taylor Smith is an Australian singer and songwriter. In 2021, she took part in the The Voice, winning the title in September 2021 and collecting $100,000 prize money and a recording contract. In this interview she shares about her Faith journey, her involvement in Hillsong Church and her passion to reach the world with her music.
Helen Ivicevich is an American Evangelist, based in Perth, W.A. Helen is a former Hells Angel Bikie and former drug addict. In this interview she shares about her powerful story of Transformation and how she was set free from addiction and now seeing others set free!
Adrian Schrinner is the Lord Mayor of Brisbane. In this interview he shares about his early years at Citipointe Christian College and the foundation this laid in his life. He shares about the need to offer support for those who are battling with mental health issues, the importance of prayer and the annual gathering of leaders at the Lord Mayors Prayer breakfast.
The Apostle John is a well-known author and speaker. He is well known for his books written in the first century which are included in the best-selling book, the Bible. He is also one of the main characters portrayed in a new TV series called "The Chosen." George Xanthis is the Aussie Actor who plays the Character of John in the Chosen. In this interview George shares about how The Chosen has impacted people all over the world with the message of Jesus. The Chosen is available to watch on The Chosen App, and now on DVD!
Mike Gore is the CEO of Open Doors Australia and NZ. In this interview Mike shares about how to pray for persecuted believers around the world, especially in places like Afghanistan and North Korea. He also shares about a Chinese Bible smuggling operation called, 'Project Pearl,' which took place 40 years ago. Open Doors saw one million Bibles smuggled into China in one night. Time Magazine dubbed it as one of the most successful smuggling operations of the 20th century. Mike is a former Hindu with a passion for sharing the gospel, this is a must listen!
Scott Walters is the CEO of Opportunity International Australia, a charity that offers microfinance to people living in poverty. Having enjoyed a long and diverse career in the not-for-profit sector, including educational support for disadvantaged children, poverty relief, women's health, and early childhood intervention, Scott has led and managed the strategic development and growth in fundraising for a number of charities. Scott was most recently the Chief Fundraising Officer for Bible Society Australia, and previously, he was Head of Strategic Partnerships for The Smith Family. With an extensive background in financial planning, stockbroking and marketing before his move to the for-purpose sector, Scott brings the depth of business and fundraising experience needed for the role, as well as a passion for alleviating poverty. Scott shares about his faith journey and how Opportunity International is helping people in poverty all over the world.
Linda Bailey is well known for her daily devotional spots on radio stations all over Australia. She became one of the first State Primary School chaplains in Victoria and she's also worked as the breakfast program producer for 89.9 , the Christian radio station in Melbourne for three years. She's also worked for , a not-for-profit organisation that assists people living in poverty with disabilities. She's married to Cameron and they have had three foster children, a foster grandchild and their own biological son.
Aleisha Reader-White is the founder of "Equipped For Grace." She provides training and consultancy for Churches and faith based organisations in the areas of Child Protection, DV support, Suicide and self-harm, Acute Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol, Homelessness, Sexual assault/trauma. She's worked in the criminal justice system with some of the most dangerous and trauma impacted people including murderers, rapists, bikies, child sex offenders and some of Australia's most dangerous prisoners. In this interview she shares about her journey of faith and how she was transformed on a mission trip to South Africa. On that trip she decided, "this is what I want my life to be." Everything changed from that moment. Listen in to her story!
Wendy Burns is an International coach, speaker and consultant with the John Maxwell University. Wendy knows all about hopelessness: both her parents committed suicide when she was still a minor, and for most of her adult life she believed she would follow their example. She fought the desire to commit suicide for many years. In this interview, Wendy shares her own story of hopelessness as proof that no matter how bad things may seem, there is hope.
Allen and Alicia Murray are Christian singer/song writers based in Harvey Bay. With a broad range of music varying from country and folk, to blues, they travel around Australia and minister in Prisons, churches, schools, pubs and wherever the doors open for them. Listen in to their stories of transformation and healing!
Chad Butler is the Drummer for the Band, "Switchfoot." In this interview he shares about how the band started in 1996, as a bunch of young surfing buddies, who were all Pastors kids! Chad also shares about his own faith journey, his love for Australia and about their latest album, "interrobang."
Bobby Mearns is the founder of Fishers of Men, a rehab with a ministry to the homeless in Brisbane. Bobby was a heroin addict, dealer and Triad member for over 20 years in Hong Kong. After a dramatic encounter with God, he was set free from addiction and launched into ministry. Bobby says he has a degree in criminology, "done every crime in the book!" He shares how encounter with Jackie Pullinger taught him about true love from God. Listen in to his redemption story!
Nathan Galletly is the lead singer of "Dye Smiling," a Christian band from the Gold Coast. Nathan shares his testimony of growing up as a Pastors kid in NZ and how his band has recently gotten back together after many years. There are also some plans in the pipeline for a large Christian festival which could hopefully see some other bands get back together soon! Listen in to find out more!
Aaron Ainsworth is a Youth Worker, a Chaplain for the homeless and a Spoken Word Artist. After a terrible accident as a teenager, and many years of addiction and crime, Aaron had an encounter with God that changed his life forever. Listen in to his story and hear his unique Spoken Word presentation as well!
Chantal Kemsley is part of the leadership team at Sherwood Cliffs Rehab near Coffs Harbour. Her parents, John and Honi Reifler were the founders of Sherwood Cliffs, and Chantal was raised in that environment. In this conversation Chantal shares about her own story of marrying Colin who went through the rehab program at the age of 19 and how this amazing faith-based ministry is seeing many lived transformed! Listen to her story!
Bob Field is a Church of Christ minister based in Victoria. He has ministered in rural Victoria and among the homeless in Melbourne. Bob was raised in Coffs Harbour, as a Pastors kid, and was active in his local Church. Bob walked away from the Lord while he was at University, and after coming back to the Lord, felt a strong call to ministry. Listen in to his story!
Ben Cosford is a Singer/songwriter, an Actor and an Anglican Minister. He has suffered from depression since age 23 and has experienced some dark times but has always been carried by Jesus. He has recently been diagnosed with ADHD which has brought a lift from his depression and given Ben fresh creative energies which has resulted in new songs. Listen in to his story!
Andy Gourley is the founder and CEO of the Red Frogs Australia chaplaincy network. He is also chaplain for the Queensland Reds and Brisbane Bullets. Red Frogs has been looking after young people at schoolies and festivals, along with university students, for many years now, providing guardian angels for so many young people. Andy was previously an accountant by day and skateboarding youth worker at night, when he saw a need for young people to be safeguarded and did something about it. The Red Frog movement now extends internationally and involves 4000 volunteers around Australia to support festivals, sports and skateboarding events. Listen in to his story!
Dr. Shari Hall is a happily retired cardio-thoracic anesthesiologist educated at Yale University and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She is an international recording artist and singer/songwriter with four albums to her credit—Perfect Love, Faith, Three, and her 2020 release Hope — as well as a motivational speaker for women's conferences around the world. She has appeared on 60 Minutes, is a regular contributing author to the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series, and has a TEDx talk providing the "one-ingredient solution" to combating the global obesity epidemic. Most importantly, she is a child of God and a mother. Originally from New York, she now permanently resides on the beautiful Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Australia. Listen in to her story!
Luke Wilson has an amazing testimony! After years of addiction, prison and crime, he had a powerful encounter with God. He now serves with Fishers of Men and helps reach others with the same background. Listen in to his story!
Dami Im is a Korean-born Australian singer-songwriter. She is known for achieving the highest Eurovision score for Australia, and she won the 5th season of X Factor Australia. She is a supporter of Compassion Australia and one of their most active ambassadors. She is passionate about drawing attention to the poverty of people around the world and the need to help support people in these circumstances. Listen in to Dami's testimony and hear about her latest project!
Pastor Ryan Vallee is part of the team at Riverlife Church Brisbane. He is an Australian, Canadian and American citizen, and he's worked with the marginalised in Mexico, served Indigenous communities in Australia, and has helped struggling families in Brisbane. He's studied psychology and theology, and as a heavyweight, he's taken out the South East Queensland amateur title by knockout in the 2nd round! His testimony packs a real punch! Listen in to his story!
Pastor Greg Cumming has been in Christian ministry and business for 35 years. He founded Mission Educate in the nation of Mozambique, Africa which now has a Christian school of over 2000 students, a technical college and advanced plans for Christian University in that nation, and was a founding partner of Peniel Church (10,000 members). He founded The Literacy Program delivering gospel-based literacy to over 170 African villages giving thousands the ability to write and read, especially the Scriptures.
He is currently the Chairman of Good News for Israel, a ministry aimed at teaching God's eternal purposes for Israel and the Jewish people and showing that Jesus is Messiah, especially to the Jewish people. He has authored 12 books and is currently writing his latest - 'Is Jesus the Messiah?'.
Rev. Bill Crews is the founder of the Exodus Foundation, a charity that assists homeless and abandoned youth. They also run a free kitchen (restaurant) in Ashfield which feeds 400 people each day, they provide both dental and medical and welfare services for the homeless and needy, and an outreach program for homeless youth. There is also a night food van providing meals to the homeless. In this conversation Bill shares about his faith journey, his heart for the underprivileged and his radio ministry.
Dan Paterson is the founder of Questioning Christianity, a ministry which Connects the Christian story to life's deepest questions. Dan has served as an ordained Baptist pastor for 7 years and worked at Malyon College leading the Traverse Centre and lecturing in apologetics. Dan has spoken regularly to audiences across the belief spectrum on how the gospel connects to life's biggest questions, and on the popular objections to the Christian Faith. He is married to Erin, and with three young sons, Dan loves reading, coffee, movies, the outdoors, and Australian Rules Football. Listen in to his story online!
Della Brown is from "HIT international." HIT is an international hosting network, where private people, lovers-of-Israel, open their hearts and homes and invite Israeli travelers visiting their countries to come and stay with them providing them a 'home away from home' experience. Listen in to hear Della's testimony and how the Lord has opened doors for her from her home base in Narrabri NSW.
Shane Willard is a Bible teacher and Author from the USA. He ministers full time in America, Europe, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. With degrees in both clinical psychology and theology, Shane is known for being an informative, brilliant and humorous communicator. Shane is mentored by a pastor with rabbinical training, and teaches the context of the Scriptures from a Hebraic perspective. This perspective helps people to see God's Word in a completely new way and leads them into a more intimate relationship with the Messiah, Jesus Christ. Listen in to his story!
Colin Kemsley is part of the leadership team at Sherwood Cliffs Rehab near Coffs Harbour. He went through their rehab program at the age of 19 and was set-free from drug addiction. In this conversation he shares about his own story and how this amazing faith-based ministry is seeing many lived transformed!
Nigel McNeill is an Aussie Evangelist from Revival fire ministries. Revival Fire Ministries was birthed in 1995 to bring the refreshing move of the Holy Spirit to churches and individuals across the U.S and the South Pacific. Over the last few years, Nigel has had a growing burden to speak into the lives of Pastors. He now has an apostolic relationship with many churches and is constantly ministering into leadership. Listen in to Nigel's Testimony and hear about his heart for Revival!
Duncan Armstrong is an Australian Olympic Swimming champion, and former world record-holder. He is best remembered for winning a gold and silver medal at the 1988 Summer Olympics. He is sought after as a motivational speaker and has a powerful testimony of transformation. In this interview Duncan shares about highlights of his swimming success and about his faith journey.
Pastor Chris Bowman has served as a missionary in China for over 20 years and Thailand for 15 years. He's now ministering as Associate Pastor at New Hope Brisbane caring for the poor and making disciples. Listen in to his testimony and how he's also lead medical missions in many nations including North Korea and Myanmar.
DeeJay Jansen travels around Australia with a massive wooden Cross wherever she goes. She shares the gospel on the streets and has seen many miracles and lives transformed! Listen in to her amazing testimony and a message of hope!
Bill Scott has been involved in Christian media in the USA for over thirty years. His career has included radio, TV, publishing and consulting, and he's worked with Share Media Services as a fundraising consultant for over twenty years in the USA and Australia. Bill has also created the first digital lifestyle magazine for Christian radio called iBelieve Magazine, and he's written three books over the last few years. Bill's latest book was a best seller on Amazons Spiritual Warfare list. Listen to Bill's story.
Canon J.John has been an evangelist for over 40 years. He has spoken at conferences, churches and universities in 69 countries on 6 continents. Based in Britain, J.John communicates the Christian faith in a practical way. He has written several books across a range of subjects including 'Theology For Little People' to help children understanding biblical truth. He is well known for his hilarious stories, listen in to his testimony and his message for Australia.
Danni Synot is the Founder and CEO of Brave Enough, an organisation that produces and shares digital media and practical resources using real stories to impact lives. Danni is a dynamic TV and radio presenter featured on various networks around the globe. She is also a Christian speaker, and author of the book "Every Heart's Cry", a regular contributor to Amelia Magazine and a qualified counsellor. In her previous endeavours, Danni has worked as an outreach pastor, assistant pastor, counsellor, chaplain, and a community centre manager, among other things.
Dr. Peter Hammond has been a pioneer missionary to some of the worst war zones in the world. For over 34 years he has served persecuted churches and pioneered evangelistic outreaches into Mozambique, Angola, Sudan, Rwanda, Congo and Nigeria. In the course of his missionary activities Peter has been ambushed, come under aerial and artillery bombardments, been stabbed, shot at, beaten by mobs, arrested, imprisoned and tortured for Christ. He has also helped establish over 100 Christian schools and numerous Bible Colleges throughout Africa. He has smuggled in and distributed hundreds of thousands of Bibles, New Testaments and Christian books into communist and muslim nations. Listen in to his story!
Mike Newton-Brown is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Freedom Project, an international justice non-profit organisation, addressing the issues of human trafficking and modern slavery. With a wealth of charity, mission and international development experience, Mike operates as a consultant to The Freedom Project field partners. Mike is also CEO of Leisures Shoe Boutique, with 6 stores operating on Sydney's north shore. Listen in to his story!
Craig Guntrip is a Youth Pastor and Marriage Celebrant based in Tasmania. He shares about his passion to reach this generation with the good news, and about the importance of mentoring and raising up young people for ministry. Listen in to hear his testimony and how many youth ministries are uniting together for youth outreaches.
Rachel "NinjaMum" Kayrooz has survived the unthinkable. Once a gifted classical singer, actor and songwriter, with a promising career in the arts, this sales and marketing professional went from working in the top end of town and performing in theatre and film, to living in her car, pregnant, beaten, broke and homeless.
Her story of survival will shock you. Yet her bravery, courage, resilience and fight to live has motivated and empowered thousands of people. Listen in to her faith journey and be inspired!
Mark Matthews is the National Training and Technical Manager for the COACH Community Mentoring program. Mark has worked in the social welfare sector of Melbourne for 30 years. Mark's work has involved providing direct casework to clients, leading teams of Social Work and Health professionals in service provision, and being instrumental in designing, developing and managing major crisis accommodation centres and housing programs across Melbourne. Mark currently leads a community church in Rosebud (Victoria) that is offered to people who don't feel they could easily fit within a mainstream church. Listen in to his story!
Paul Brittenden was addicted to illicit drugs for a quarter of a century before he made contact with The Salvation Army. Paul is now employed by the Salvo's as a community engagement worker. He advocates for clients with the courts and government departments like Centrelink. He also provides counselling to people in addiction and pastoral care through God's Sports Arena (corps) in Brisbane, where he works alongside for Bronco's Chaplain Bill Hunter.
Paul's early life was not pleasant. He was adopted as a baby, had an abusive childhood, started on drugs at 14, left home at 16 and spent the next 24 or so years heavily into the drug trade. He had a good paying job, but spent it all on drugs. In 2013, he voluntarily entered the Moonyah rehab program. The "religious stuff" at Moonyah didn't interest him. He had been raised by a religious family, but abuse within the family and church turned him away. After coming to Christ, he appeared in court on drugs trafficking charges and was sent to prison. Salvation Army people went to court with him and visited him in jail. They had an effect. Paul started "a church" in prison. Listen in to his story this week on Historymakers!
Meredith Scott is the CEO of Opportunity International Australia. In early 2018 following a 32-year career at Ernst and Young, including 19 years as an audit partner, she took on the role of CEO. Opportunity International helps lift people out of the poverty cycle, in 4 key areas: microfinance, health, education, and safety. Listen in to her faith journey and about the impact of this amazing charity!
Paul Reis is a man on a mission! He's the Chaplain for the Brisbane Lions, he works with Wesley Mission QLD and has a big heart for the homeless and he's been involved in Pastoral ministry for a number of years. Listen in to his story!
Ross Nancarrow is the executive director of International Mission Ministries. IMM brings hope and opportunities to the people of Nepal, providing protection for at-risk children, standing against human trafficking and empowering women, and bringing hope and grace to disempowered peoples. He's also worked extensively with New Tribes Mission and works as a Life Coach. Listen in to his story!
Paul Molyneux is an ordained minister who leads Mission Australia's national team of chaplains. Prior to joining Mission Australia, Paul was a Pastor at CityLife Church Melbourne. He has also served as State Director of Youth Alive Victoria and is on the Board of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan's Purse International Relief Australia. Listen in to hear about his faith journey and his passion to reach people with the good news of the gospel.
Eloise Wellings is an Aussie Long distance runner and Olympic Athlete. She founded the Love Mercy Foundation in 2009 and has since impacted over 100,000 local Ugandans through health and agriculture programs. She is a strong Christian and has stated that she missed out on the Sydney 2000 Olympics due to an injury and thought God was punishing her. She went to church with a school friend and began to understand God's love for her. She stated, "Once I found Jesus I was free to use the gifts He had given me and it didn't matter if I succeeded or not." Wellings also missed out on the Athens and Beijing Olympics due to injury. However, she states, "All of my disappointing results and disappointing injuries and heartbreak missing 3 Olympics, there was always this belief and faith that my identity is in Jesus and that's my foundation. When you've got that, you can't be shaken. Every time I get up to train, I just ask that he be glorified, that he give me the strength to do it, that he help give me the right thoughts to think - and not necessarily that I win but that he would be made known to people as I run.
Julius Achon has an inspiring story of hope which continues to unfold. He grew up in the remote village of Awake in Northern Uganda in severe poverty.
Bill Wiser is an Author, Pastor and Teacher. He's one of the leaders in a Christian Community called Danthonia near Inverell in NSW, Australia. This community is a part of the Bruderhof, which was founded in 1920 in Germany by the Protestant theologian Eberhard Arnold. Appalled by mounting social injustice and the horrors of World War I, they sought answers in Jesus' teachings, especially his Sermon on the Mount. Through this search they felt a call to radical discipleship: to give up everything for Christ. With a handful of like-minded seekers, they began to live in community of goods after the example of the first church in Jerusalem. Soon they adopted the name Bruderhof - literally, "place of brothers."
Angela Williams is a wife, mother, God-Lover and Advocate for women. She is the Co-Founder/CEO of I Bought Her Freedom and Her Freedom Foundation. She is a public speaker, blogger and author. Born into a privileged life in the UK, married to an Irish Man and now living in Australia, Angela chose to leave her comfortable life to see how other people lived. Being led by her faith she helped women trapped in addictions and prostitution. She showed them a love never knew they could have and walked them towards their freedom. Angela has a diversity of experiences among the most wealthy and the most worldly and shares openly with you her life's musings and words of wisdom.
Tod McDowell is a pastor in based in Hawaii. He has previously served for 15 years with Youth With A Mission at the University of the Nations in Kona, Hawaii. In 2007, he became the Executive Director for the ministry called The Caleb Company, who have a vision to ignite revival in Israel, The Middle East and the Nations. Listen in to his story…
Dr. Klaus-Dieter John has worked tirelessly to bring hope to rural Peruvians. He has raised huge amounts of money and awareness for the issue of poor healthcare in Southern Peru, and has used this to build a modern hospital for locals. The hospital, called - or 'Trust in God' - has served hundreds of thousands of people in the Apurímac region. He shares the journey in this compelling conversation.
Reverend Cornelis Kant is the Executive Director of Christians for Israel International. Rev. Cornelis has previously been working in the banking sector and has served as a Pastor in several Protestant Churches in the Netherlands. Listen in to hear his testimony and about his mission to speak about the biblical promises for Israel and the Jewish people.
Andrea Simmons was a successful businesswoman and devoted mother when she almost lost everything after she became addicted to ICE. How did it all go so wrong? Andrea shares her story and how God helped her turn her life around. She is now the Founder/ Director of Australian Anti-Ice Campaign.
Michael Connell is a comedian, juggler, entertainer and Radio presenter. He's been on Australia's Got Talent, Rove [live] and performed as "Weird Al" Yankovic's warm up act! He's also performed at Soup Kitchens and in Childrens hospitals. Listen in to his faith story and have a good laugh!
Cindy McGarvie is the CEO of Youth for Christ Australia. Cindy has previously served with the Australian Army as a Nurse and Nurse Instructor, she's done missions in Tanzania and Uganda where she worked with SIL International in the medical support, recruitment and management fields. She's also spent time working for various members of parliament, both State and Federal, and she's also worked with Nexus Care and the Australian Christian Lobby. Listen in to her story!
Dom Raymond is a Photographer, an evangelist and a prodigal son. Dom shares about being bullied, having his life threatened, struggling with addiction, and how he's overcome many trials. Dom shares about God's amazing grace, which is available to us all.
David Rios is part of the mission team at New Hope Las Vegas. He shares about his faith journey, his battles with addiction and broken relationships and his heart for missions among those living on the streets in Las Vegas.
Roger Ramos leads the mission team at New Hope Las Vegas. After previously serving in the military in Hawaii, Roger now works as an investigator, exposing corruption in some of the world's biggest Casino's. He shares about his faith journey and his heart for missions is places like Africa, Australia, Mexico and among those living on the street in Las Vegas.
Pastor Peter Kasirivu is the founder of Africa Renewal ministries and the Mwangaza Childrens choir. They have several affiliated ministries that impact more than 30 communities across Uganda. They have planted more than 650 churches, trained over 2,700 leaders and sponsored 15,000-plus children.
Leroy Brown is a Comedian, Author, Podcaster and self-confessed radio nerd. He's worked at many radio stations in Australia, and has a great testimony of how his life was changed by one song he heard on a Christian radio station in Darwin. Listen in to his story!
Tom Murphy is a 6 foot 2 security specialist with a shaved head, a handlebar moustache and a heart of gold. He has done security at some of the darkest clubs in Brisbane, yet his heart is to care for the homeless and the broken. You'll often find him at a Soup kitchen or at a street outreach, just chatting, listening, and praying for those in need. Listen in to Tom's story, and how his life has been radically transformed by the Love of God.
Rosanna Palmer is a red-headed, leather jacket wearing, singer/songwriter with an unmistakeable voice. She started performing in the 70's in a pub band, then after she became a Christian, she formed Rosanna's Raiders. Ministering alongside her husband and bassist Dave, they have recorded many albums, written books, planted Churches, and have shared their message all over the world. Listen in to Rosanna's story!
Joe Romeo is an Aussie country GP working in Narrandera in New South Wales who loves to write songs - mostly Gospel country songs. He's been featured on Ray Hadley's National Radio program, and his songs are now reaching people all over the world! He also shares how his Christian beliefs support his role in his medical practice. Listen in to his story!
Jason Golden is an American Evangelist based in Melbourne, Australia. He is the founder and leader of Maranatha Kingdom Ministries. He shares his testimony of coming to Christ during his university years and about his Messianic Jewish background. Jason has an inspiring Passion for the gospel, this is a must listen!
Steve Schiller is an evangelist and a member of the Road Riders for Jesus, a ministry for Christian Motorcyclists. Steve travels the highways and roadways, while fulfilling the Great Commission, sharing the good news of Salvation with others, especially those of the motorcycling world. Listen in to Steve's amazing testimony!
Kerrie Hains is an Author, Exercise Physiologist and Mobile Personal Trainer. She's been working in the sports, health, fitness, and rehabilitation industry for over 30 years. She shares about her faith journey and how she prays for guidance with all her clients. Kerrie has also written 4 self-help health and fitness books which are proving to be extremely popular. In this interview Matt Prater shares about his own personal health journey and how he's lost over 22kg while he and his family have been training with Kerrie!
Metric Ikitoelagi is the Rubgy coach for Niue, one of the smallest island nations in the world. I met Metric in a hotel lobby in PNG. He shared with me how he'd challenged his team to get their hearts right with God, and that he'd seen a massive change in them, many of them had come back to a relationship with God! Listen in to his story!
Michael Jr. is a U.S. comedian and actor who views laughter as the "tangible evidence of hope." It's this unique perspective on comedy that sets him apart from his colleagues and allows him to be just as comfortable appearing on late night television as he is in juvenile halls and homeless shelters. He shares about his faith, his passion to make people laugh and shares his story, listen in and have a laugh!
Brian "Head" Welch is one of the guitarists and founding member of the band Korn. After becoming a Christian he left the band in 2005 to focus on life as a father and to pursue his own solo career. He released his debut Christian album, Save me from myself, in 2008. He has since rejoined the Band and is reaching many for the gospel!
Bunumbirr Marika is a Pastor and didgeridoo player with the world-famous band "Yothu Yindi." He is leading a Christian awakening across Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. He shares his testimony and how he was inspired by a vision to form his ministry, Yolngu for Jesus, after a period of depression.
Karl Faase is a well known Aussie Christian communicator, media presenter, leader and social commentator. He's the CEO of Olive Tree Media, the organisation through which he produces programs of excellence for Christian media and local church use internationally. Karl shares his testimony and about the "Jesus the Game Changer," series part 1 and 2.
Rachael Brown is a UK born worship Pastor with a powerful testimony! After a successful season in the fashion industry, she found herself asking the question, "Is there more to life than this?" She ended up serving in a Christian Orphanage in Cambodia and was overwhelmed with the love of God. She then came to Christ in a Church in Australia, and was discipled mainly through the Alpha Course. She's now on Staff at that Church, and has a passion to share her story with the world!
Shaun Murray is an Evangelist and Businessman with a passion for God. Shaun has a great testimony of being set free from addiction and he has a heart to share the good news with others. He shares about a life-changing trip to PNG where he's been preaching at crusades and seeing many souls saved. Whilst in PNG, he helped uproot Marijuana, when a drug dealer publicly repented from his sin, and wanted to get rid of his whole crop, listen in to hear the full story!
Ger Jones is senior pastor at Vintage Church in Los Angeles. His church has swelled to 1200 members thanks largely to the enormous growth in its Alpha course. From five people at its first Alpha six years ago, the course attracted 450 people recently. Listen in to Ger's testimony and his message for Australia on his 2019 national tour.
Dan Smith is an Olympic Swimmer with a powerful story to tell! He's experienced homelessness, drug addiction and been in trouble with the police, but he has turned his life around and wants to inspire others to do the same. He hit rock bottom after turning to alcohol and drugs to deal with mounting pressures, but after coming to Christ and getting his life together at Rehab, he's now sharing his story with the world.
Newton Festus the lead pastor at The Waterbrook Church, Brisbane. He is a conference speaker, author, mentor and coach. He arrived in Australia in 2008 with a vision for Revival. He now runs the Moreton Bay Ministers Summit, gathering many churches together for prayer & networking. Listen in to his story of transformation and how he is working among the nations for the Gospel.
Justin Robinson is an Aussie Evangelist with a heart to bring the gospel to the nations. As a young man he hit rock bottom, and spent time living on the streets. When he came to Christ, the process of rebuilding a lost and broken man began. From the loss of family members, abuse from a cruel father and life without love, Justin brings a testimony that will inspire you to see the good in all situations.
Matty Russell is an evangelist and hip-hop artist who is passionate about preaching the gospel and equipping the body of Christ for the work of ministry. His uncompromising approach to the word of God, coupled with his love for people is both challenging and refreshing. He was Radically saved from a lifestyle of hopelessness and addiction, and God has used him to minister across the world, preaching the gospel, edifying the church, healing the sick, and seeing many precious souls come to salvation. Listen in to his story!
Dr. Baruch Korman has been teaching the Bible for 30 years, he has a PhD. in Greek and in the Septuagint. In 2001, he moved to Israel with his family. In 2013, the ministry began a Bible teaching program in the Hebrew language throughout Israel via Israeli cable and satellite. He hosts the "Love Israel" television program on Daystar TV. He shares about his time in Australia and a timely message for our nation.
Christian Barrionuevo is the managing Director of the CVM Group in Australia. He has over 20 years' experience in various business sectors; all in senior management roles from National Operations to General Management roles within the Facility Management sector. Listen in as he shares his testimony of coming to Christ and his heart to teach believers about Israel.
Glenn Tucker was born in NZ and now serves on the team at New Hope Church Brisbane. He shares his story of addiction, Bikie gangs, violence and broken relationships that was surrounding his life. When he came to Christ, everything changed, and now he loves to share his story of redemption whenever he gets an opportunity.
Lynne Hamilton is a UK born singer/songwriter based in Australia. She has worked alongside The Beatles, The Animals and the Who, and is well known for the theme song for the Hit TV show Prisoner, which had chart success all over the world. She is now working as a Pastor on the Gold Coast, listen in to her story of how her life has been transformed, and her heart to reach the world with a message of hope.
Susan Sohn is a Writer, speaker, broadcaster, storyteller and social media personality. She was born in Canada, travelled the world, started businesses, won national awards and has been featured on Tv and radio. Susan is the founder of somo society (SOcially MObile) and the author of 'You are More - Finding Beauty in Authenticity,' and "True You." Join me as I chat to Susan about her faith journey, and the power of social media.
Sid Crimson is the pastor at Surfside Church Byron Bay. He shares his story of overcoming drug addiction and healing from Schizophrenia. Sid travels to the Philippines regularly to support the 'Hope Christian Learning Centre' in Cebu Philippines. Their church assists by subsidising the tuition fees of the Children who receive a Christ centred education.
Ben Staines is the Senior Pastor of Generocity Church. He lives in Wagga Wagga, NSW, and has a huge heart for regional and rural NSW as they lead a church that is all about Connecting people to Christ. In 2004, God gave Ben a vision to start and lead a church that worked together spiritually, financially and practically throughout regional and rural NSW in order to see the Kingdom of God expand. Generocity Church is located in a number of towns and regional centres across NSW. Listen in to Ben's story, and how they are helping drought affected communities.
Licy Be is an Australian based rap and spoken word artist. Starting out her career in Perth, her album 'Beautifully Broken' debuted across the globe on her 2017 world tour with shows in USA, NZ and Australia, charting on the Australian iTunes Charts. She has ministered at various events globally, some of which include Youth Alive events, Perth 4 Jesus crusades, Easter United on the Gold Coast, Australia and Awakening Europe in Austria. Licy Be loves the Lord and continues to be involved in her local church and is venturing deeper into ministry, sharing her love for Jesus. She has a mission behind the music as she raises awareness about suicide prevention and shares her personal story of overcoming depression.
Brad Thorn made a name for himself playing for the Brisbane Broncos, the QLD Maroons, the Kangaroos and the All Blacks to name a few. He's now Coaching the Queensland Reds and loving life. Listen in to his faith story and hear about his passion to be a role model to the next generation, on and off the sporting field.
Gabriel and Lorraine Varela are part of the team which oversaw the production of the movie UNPLANNED, which explores Abby Johnson's journey from Planned Parenthood clinic director to pro-life advocate. Abby's story is an emotional roller coaster for many women and men whose lives have been touched by abortion. They are also founders of Inspiring Faith International where they lead an intercessory prayer team in daily prayer for producers and teams, and for the films that God has put into their hands in the entertainment industry. During filming, they are the pastors-on-location for cast and crew, leading in times of worship and prayer. Lorraine has also released 3 books called "Powerful moments in the presence of God," "Love in the Face of Isis," and "Planned from the start: a Healing Devotional."
Anton Scott is the Youth Pastor at Catalyst Church, Ipswich. After spending a month in jail for drink-driving many years ago, he started searching for something. Before that, his life was a mess - full of alcohol and drugs. He had started reading the Bible, then he checked out his local church, the rest is History. Listen in to his story and how he's being trained up in the ELI program (Emerging Leaders Initiative.)
Bev McInnes is a Christian Counsellor based in Melbourne. For many years Bev has been passionate about working with individuals and families in the area's of Trauma Counselling, specifically in Sexual, Emotional and Physical Abuse as well as addictions, anxiety, depression and anger resolution. Listen in to her story and how out of her recovery from trauma, she's now able to help others.
Andrew Scarborough is an Evangelist, a Revivalist and a Life and Leadership Coach. Andrew has ministered in over 15 different nations from Indonesia to America, Germany to Mozambique and currently serves as the National Ministry Director for Youth For Christ Australia, and is the founder of Awaken the Valley, a ministry aimed at reaching the lost and reviving the found for Jesus. He also serves the Canberra Declaration and the National Day of Prayer and Fasting and has a passion for Christ to be central in our nation. He is also the author of two books, Hater to Healer, and Where Rivers Flow. Listen in to his story!
Jeremy Kendle is an American Basketballer who's played for teams in the USA, NZ, Toowoomba, Bendigo, Brisbane and Sydney. He shares his story of coming to faith and how he partners with "Hoops for Christ," to seeks to use the game as a platform for sharing the Gospel, and planting young players in local churches. After many different injuries, he shares how he's learnt a lot about just being persistent, and keeping your faith despite how things may look.
Kylie Peihopa has a great testimony of transformation! Listen in to hear her story of freedom from addiction, and how a man that rescued her from hitting rock bottom, then became her husband and is now a Christian Rap artist.
Stephen Dale is an Author and Speaker with an amazing story of survival! At the age of 21, Stephen fell 30 metres down a cliff. He suffered major head and spinal injuries, critical blood loss, five heart attacks and severe liver, kidney and abdominal organ damage. During his 8 month hospital stay he lost approximately 40kg, his five senses were compromised, and the head and nerve trauma led to compounding difficulties in communication, movement and excessive pain. Upon the discharge from his fourth hospital, Stephen was confronted with the painful reality of living with injury, fear, financial insecurity and long term unemployment. To add to his dilemma, his head injury took away his capacity to read, write or speak and simply to process information. Constant failure, embarrassment and disappointment in his attempts to overcome these obstacles brought confusion, self-doubt and anxiety. Stephen committed to a self-imposed rehabilitation program that took 10 years to complete. Despite overwhelming medical, physical and social setbacks, he fully regained his cognitive and communication skills. He also rebuilt his physical strength, mobility and endurance. Stephen started Smiling Tiger in 2002, and has since taught and trained individuals and businesses throughout Australia how to overcome their professional and personal obstacles, manage their environment and achieve their goals, regardless of how powerful the obstacles may be. Listen in to his story, and how his faith strengthened him along the way!
Nicky Gumbel from the Alpha Course shares a story about Barbara Clapham who came to live in London. At the age of 33, she decided she was going to look for a church. One Sunday she arrived at Holy Trinity Brompton. The young woman who was welcoming people at the door smiled at her and more »
Max Lucado tells the story about the man who wanted to learn to dance. He bought a book about dancing and went home and started to research it. Once he thought he’d finally got the knack, he asked his wife into the lounge room to show her what he’d learnt. He followed the instructions clearly more »
Stu Millar is a Kiwi Evangelist from Train to Proclaim. Stu shares some effective ways to plant seeds about Jesus in people's hearts for the Holy Spirit to water. These Gospel Tools can open genuine communication lines and get people thinking about God and their eternal destiny. Listen in to hear Stu's story and how he's developed the Gospel in 7 App, which is equipping others to share their faith.
Clark Taylor was raised in the Aussie outback. He grew up as a real 'Aussie Bloke' - fighting in the pubs and working hard, rounding up wild cattle and branding them, living under the stars and eating damper. In 1959 Clark attended a Billy Graham crusade and it was there he powerfully encountered God. His entire life changed. Giving up his dream of owning cattle properties, and leaving the land he loved, Clark went through six years of theological college where he met his wife Anne. They fell in love and married. As the founders of both Christian Outreach Centre and WorshipCentre, Clark and Anne have now been ministering for over 50 years. Listen in to this 2 part series, with guest interviewer Greg Newman.
Clark Taylor was raised in the Aussie outback. He grew up as a real 'Aussie Bloke' - fighting in the pubs and working hard, rounding up wild cattle and branding them, living under the stars and eating damper. In 1959 Clark attended a Billy Graham crusade and it was there he powerfully encountered God. His entire life changed. Giving up his dream of owning cattle properties, and leaving the land he loved, Clark went through six years of theological college where he met his wife Anne. They fell in love and married. As the founders of both Christian Outreach Centre and WorshipCentre, Clark and Anne have now been ministering for over 50 years. Listen in to this 2 part series, with guest interviewer Greg Newman.
Assumpta Subbaraman is from South India, she was born into the Brahmin caste of Hinduism, the highest caste. She shares her story of converting to Christianity and how her life has changed after coming to Christ. She also shares about her experiences on the SBS TV series, "Christian Like Us." Listen in to this powerful testimony!
Nathan Fawcett is a Brisbane based Singer/songwriter with a powerful voice and a heart for worship! His first memory of music is of the tribal harmonies he heard growing up in the villages of Papua New Guinea. Born to missionary parents, Nathan recalls his weekends spent in remote parts of the country as his dad built churches. Listen in to his story of healing after sexual abuse and his heart to reach the world with his music.
Daz Chettle is a Kiwi Evangelist and founder of the Global Gospel Movement. Covered in tattoos, with long dreadlocks, and a massive smile, Daz isn't your average preacher. He loves to share the gospel in Pubs, on Planes, on the streets and in Churches all over the world. Listen in to his story of transformation and being set free from addiction.
Rick Paynter is the Senior Pastor at Gateway Church, Melbourne. Gateway is a church well-known for it's focus on Creative Arts and reaching into the Arts Community. Rick is also the founder and CEO of the Gateway Children's fund in PNG/ They work among the Children in the Slums of Port Moresby, providing water tanks, sanitation systems, and electricity, which are essential for a safer and healthier environment for children.
Matty Kratiuk was famous for all the wrong reasons. Guns were his best friend as he ruthlessly robbed, bashed and trod on anyone who got in his way. Today he is high on life and has guns of a different kind, the ones he builds in the gym. Killa the outlaw bikie gang standover man is gone and Matty the new man is here. Matty K walked into the Salvation Army's Dooralong Centre a broken man, his life littered with drugs, alcohol and violence. As we were recording this interview I was moved to tears, listen in!
Jon Foreman is the lead singer of the band Switchfoot. This interview is a bit like an episode of "This is your life," he is really doing "more than fine" at the moment. He shares about how the last few years have "gone." Jon really believes we were "meant to live" for so much more than this life, we need to "live it well" and focus on the "afterlife." He's been a bit "restless," but he's had an "awakening!" Go on, listen in to this one… I "dare you to move…"
Martyn Iles is the Managing Director of the Australian Christian Lobby. He's worked as a lawyer with the Human Rights Law Alliance, he's lobbied and spoken up about issues like abortion, traditional marriage, freedom of speech, the porn industry and many more hot topics. Listen in to his story and his passion to speak up for Christian values in our nation.
Ken Green is a larger than life kind of guy with a big laugh to boot! He's worked in radio for over 3 decades and is well known for co-hosting the breakfast show on 96five Brisbane. I caught up with Ken in Vietnam in 2018 while we were on a trip with CBM for Miracles Day, raising much needed funds for cataract surgeries in developing nations. Ken shares about his faith journey, his mission trips around the world with a gospel punk band and we share a few laughs along the way.
Brad Stine is an American Stand-up comedian, actor and author. He's appeared with the band "Go Fish," for the song and the movie, Christmas with a Capital "C", he's also featured in the films, "Welcome to Paradise," "Sarah's Choice," "Homeless for the Holidays" and "Persecuted." Listen in to his story and how he became one of the Father's of Christian comedy.
Nathan Thebridge is a pastor at Voice to the Nations Church at Granville, Sydney, NSW. He's an Author and Blogger with a passion to really know God, to chase light in the ordinary and every day. In this interview he shares, about his journey of faith and his heart to impact others through his books and blogs.
Peter Gladwin has gone From Hopeless Addict to a Passionate Evangelist, Speaker and Author. After a series of terrible tragedies in his early years led to Peter Gladwin's addictions to gambling and alcohol. Having lost all hope, he came close to suicide. Then, one telephone call changed everything.
Daniel Ball is the lead vocalist for the Ball Brothers. Their hit song "It's About the Cross" previously hit #1 on the iTunes Christian Chart and has been seen over 45 millions times online. They won the 2017 AGM "Male Group of the Year" award and have appeared on the popular Gaither Homecoming video series. They have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in Christian music including: Casting Crowns, Mandisa, Jordan Feliz, The Gaither Vocal Band, Point of Grace, Jason Crabb and many more. Listen in to hear Daniel's testimony, his acting career, and their plans to come to Australia!
James Condon has been an Officer of The Salvation Army for more than 45 years, retiring from active service in 2016. He has served in a variety of leadership roles in 3 countries: Australia, PNG and the UK. At the International Headquarters of The Salvation Army based in London, he held the position of International Secretary for the South Pacific and East Asia Zone. In 2011, James was appointed Commissioner for the Australia Eastern Territory which covers the States of NSW and QLD as well as the ACT. This involved some 400 centres of The Salvation Army, with 1,000 Officers of The Salvation Army and 4,000 employees. In this interview, James shares his testimony and about his involvement as Chairman of the National Day of Prayer and Fasting.
Matt Gorton and Scruff the Dog are from the childrens ministry Quizworx. They share the good news of the Bible through performing creative live shows for kids, especially in state schools. Quizworx consists of 12 humans (ranging from full time employees, through to weekend casuals), and numerous puppet characters. Since its inception, Quiz Worx has performed in excess of 4,000 shows, having been seen by over 400,000 people. They use the mediums of puppetry, music, chalk talks, animations, storytelling, drama, quick draw, comics, and numerous other tools to present the good news. In this interview Matt shares his testimony, and Scruff the Dog also shares his testimony… I guess every dog has it's day!
Canon J.John has been an evangelist for 39 years. He has spoken at conferences, towns, cities and universities in 69 countries on 6 continents. Based in Britain, J.John communicates the Christian faith in a practical way. He has written several books across a range of subjects including 'Theology For Little People' to help children understanding biblical truth. He is well known for his hilarious stories, listen in to his testimony and his message for Australia.
Stewart Beveridge is the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Australia/New Zealand's Rapid Response Team (RRT) Manager. He's been on the scene at Bourke St, Melbourne after the recent Terrorist attack and he's been on the scene after many fires, floods and disasters in our nation. He also served in the response after the 2017 church shooting in Texas, USA. Listen in to his story of how a crisis in his own life, the loss of his baby daughter, impacted his own walk with the Lord, and how he's now reaching out to others in crisis.
Ben Fitzgerald is a passionate lover of Jesus and the Leader of Awakening Australia, Awakening Europe and GODfest Ministries. He spends a lot of his time travelling abroad as an evangelist. Originally from Australia, he met Jesus in an encounter that deeply changed him late in 2002 whilst he was dealing drugs. Since then Ben has lived hungry for one thing, to show the world Jesus in his everyday life and to take the good news of the Kingdom to the nations. In Galatians 5:1 it says "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free" and in line with that mission he loves to help people live in God's fullness of freedom and identity. Ben has a deep conviction that the future of Australia and Europe will be transformed by radical believers living free and proclaiming Jesus boldly.
Hans Mannegren has worked for many years with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in Europe, in the USA and all over the world. He shares his testimony, about the Franklin Graham tour of Australia in 2019, and about the Christian Life and Witness courses being held in many churches. Listen in to hear his passion for souls!
Jo Anne Lyon was the first woman General Superintendent of the Wesleyan Church based in the USA. She is also the founder of World Hope International, an organization desiring to alleviate suffering and injustice through education, enterprise and community health.
John Dickson is a writer, speaker and a public advocate for the Christian faith. He was the Founding Director of the Centre for Public Christianity, and has a degree in theology and a PhD in ancient history. An ordained Anglican minister, he was a Research Fellow of the Department of Ancient History at Macquarie University (2005-17), a Visiting Academic in the Faculty of Classics at the University of Oxford (2017-18), and teaches a course on the Historical Jesus for the Department of Jewish Studies at the University of Sydney. He has hosted two nationally televised documentaries and authored more than a dozen books. And most importantly, in his early years, he was a rock star and lead singer of the band, "In the Silence."
Sam Allberry is a UK based pastor and writer and a global speaker for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. He is an editor and a writer for The Gospel Coalition and the author of a number of books on Christian belief, including Why Bother With Church?, James For You, and the bestselling Is God Anti-Gay? Sam speaks widely on issues of sexuality and identity and continues to minister as a Bible teacher and pastor. He is currently working on projects concerning singleness and the Christian understanding of the body. In his spare time Sam enjoys hiking, American history, and slowly perfecting his recipe for Thai green curry.
Glenn Williams is Halftime Australia's 'Head of Coaching.' He's also served as the COO in 'Focus on the Family" in the USA. Glenn has a wealth of global experience and insight for leaders, he had a career in sales for a multinational company in Australia, before working as a psychologist in the human services area working with government and non-government agencies in the state of Victoria. Listen in to hear his story!
Margaret Aspin is a business woman with many years experience. Listen in to hear about her faith journey and how she got into business and how she enjoys being a small business mentor with TAFE Qld Small Business Solutions. https://www.aspinonlineconsulting.com.au
Lucy Holmes is one of Australia's hardest working performers and most versatile media personalities. Coming from a musical background and a degree in Music Theatre (Singing, Acting and Dancing), Lucy has worked as a television host, Radio host, professional singer, actress, recording artist, voiceover artist, MC and model. Lucy has been heard on 89.9 Light FM in Melbourne over the last 10 years every morning from 6am as part of the award winning Lucy and Kel breakfast show. 89.9LightFM has an audience of over one million listeners, and Lucy and Kel's breakfast show recently won the coveted CMAA 'Most Engaging Radio Show' of the year, two years running. She is also the star behind Australia's most successful corporate act and tribute show, 100% Kylie, with the real Kylie Minogue calling the show 'the best act' in the world. She's also featured on Channel 7's new TV show "Altogether Now." Listen in to her story!
Joseph Hubbard is a speaker, writer, and researcher for Creation Research, mainly based in the UK. Otherwise known as "Indiana Jo," In 2012, he founded the Genesis Museum of Creation Research. Joseph has been collecting fossils since the age of six, a passion which has continued throughout his life. His research finds are often reported on in CR's 'Evidence News', and often on Facebook and Instagram. He is currently completing a degree in geology, specialising in palaeobiology, and has completed specialist courses and diplomas in genetics, dinosaurian palaeontology, Biblical archaeology, and British archaeology, mycology, and zoology. Listen in to his faith journey, and the impact of homeschooling in his life.
Michael Oon is like the Bear Grylls of Australia! He is an executive coach and the CEO of The 4th Musketeer Australia. He takes teams of men out to the Australia Bush on life-changing journeys called the "Extreme Character challenge." Surrounded by stunning scenery, they seek the boundaries of their abilities in overcoming the deep abyss between the head and the heart. In the wilderness, friends become brothers and it is there where God reveals Himself to those with 'hungry' hearts. Listen in to his story.
Jeff Lawrence is a Biblical Storyteller knows as "The Storycatcher". He is a practitioner of the art of listening, catching our stories, inviting connections and finding directions. He also provides training in male suicide awareness and male suicide prevention, and he runs "Sole to Soul", A Men's Contemplative Bushwalking Retreat. And he's the Chairman of a his local men's shed in his spare time. Listen in to Jeff's testimony of how God has used him to impact many lives!
Sam Childers is well known at "The Machine Gun Preacher." Gerard Butler played the role of Sam Childers in the film based on Sam's life. Sam is a former Outlaws Bikie member who now dedicates his life and resources to rescue children in the war zone of South Sudan. Childers and his wife Lynn founded and operate Angels of East Africa, the Children's Village Orphanage in South Sudan, where they currently have more than 300 children in their care. Listen in to his story of getting set free from addictions and the message he is bringing to Australia, as he speaks in Prisons, schools, churches and many public events.
Daniel Mingo is the Founder of Abba's Delight, USA, a Christian ministry which assists born-again believers and families and friends of those who are gay-identified, resolve the conflict of the effects of homosexuality on their lives. Daniel became a born-again Christian at age 17, yet for nearly 30 years secretly involved himself in homosexual activity through anonymous encounters. Intensely pursuing discipleship in Jesus while dying to the temptations of same sex attractions proved a monumental internal conflict, yet Daniel neither took on a gay identity nor immersed himself in the gay culture. Realizing he had been feeding a sexual addiction for nearly 30 years, Daniel went into recovery in 1993 through mentor counseling and attending support/recovery group meetings, and continues that overcoming process today. In ministry, Daniel relies on the Bible as the inerrant Word of God; the leading of the Holy Spirit; his 20+ years of experience pursuing his own sexual addiction recovery and purity; and the work and ministry of the Holy Spirit to change, and more perfectly conform, His saints to the image of Jesus. Daniel and his wife, Fran, were married in 1983 and have three adult sons.
Michael Sweet is the lead singer for Christian Heavy Metal band Stryper. Well known for their highpitched vocals, black and yellow spandex suits and throwing Bibles out from the stage, Stryper has the sound and look of bands like Van Halen and Bon Jovi but with a Christian message. The name "Stryper" derives from the Bible "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed in Isaiah 53:5. With songs like, "To Hell with the Devil," "In God we Trust," "No More Hell to Pay'" and "God Damn Evil" they have received grammy nominations, Top 40 hits and Dove awards. Listen in to hear Michael Sweet share his sweet story and the secret to how he can still reach those high notes!
Jason Stevens is a former Rugby League player who has featured regularly on "The Footy Show." He shares about his faith, his love for God's word and the heart behind his book, "Worth the wait." Jason has also written and produced a movie called "Chasing Comets." It's loosely based on Jason's life and how he found faith. Featuring Stan Walker, Beau Ryan and a stellar cast, Jason is hoping this will be the first of many films.
Luke Howarth is the Federal member for Petrie, QLD. He shares about his transition from running a small-business to becoming a politician. In his maiden speech to parliament he said, 'Life is about relationships.' I truly believe this. The most important relationships in my life are: (1) my relationship with God, as a man of strong faith, and (2) my relationship with those people around me - my friends, my family, my neighbours and my work colleagues in this place. At the end of the day, when everything else is gone, relationships are what count.
Steve Addison has a calling to fuel movements that multiply disciples and churches everywhere. He and his wife, Michelle, lead MOVE, an Australia-based mission agency dedicated to making disciples and multiplying churches around the world. Steve began his research into Christian movements in the late 1980s while serving as a church planter in Melbourne, Australia, and he is the author of Movements That Change the World: Five Keys to Spreading the Gospel, and What Jesus Started: Joining the Movement, Changing the World.
Steve loves walking, historical novels, Shakespeare, anything written by G K Chesterton or C S Lewis, Sunday afternoon naps, watching Australia beat the Poms at cricket, and the Kiwis at Rugby and supporting the Collingwood Football Club.
Bobbie Cain shares her heartbreaking story of trials and triumphs in this compelling conversation. Bobbie has faced battles with abuse, addiction, and mental health issues, but after coming to Christ in a dramatic conversion, her life now has meaning and purpose.
Mark Greenwood is an Aussie Pastor and Author with a heart for discipleship. He's worked with Youth For Christ running discipleship schools and other programs. He has also been working with the Glory City Church Network, helping develop a local church/discipleship community in Darwin.
Human Nature's Andrew Tierney and worship pastor Timothy Dunfield have formed Finding Faith, a new pop vocal/guitar duo and song writing team. Tierney has resided in Las Vegas performing with Australia's popular vocal group Human Nature. His duo partner Dunfield is a pastor and musician who resides in Las Vegas working his pastoral duties. Their captivating story is a melding of two very uniquely different lives save for their passion for songwriting and faith. Andrew's new found focus on God lead him to restore and cement his practice of faith during a time of deep personal change, growth and need to simplify his life.
With the ball tampering scandal and all the drama surrounding international cricket, it’s easy to be disillusioned. For one cricketer who is a man of faith who is Marnus Labuschagne who plays for Queensland as well as the Brisbane Heat. On the bottom of his cricket bat he has the verse Isaiah 40:31, which says more »
Sam Humphrey is a New Zealand born actor who’s best know for playing General Tom Thumb in the film The Greatest Showman. He’s also been featured on the TV show Neighbours. He was born with a rare genetic disorder. A common form of dwarfism. As a child he was also diagnosed with the inflammatory bowel more »
Eddie Woo is the high school maths teacher and internet sensation who won the Australia Day Local Hero Award in 2018. After one student couldn’t make it to class, he decided to film his maths classes and put them on YouTube. Now he’s reached millions of people all around the world with his Wootube channel. more »
Eddie Woo is the high school maths teacher and internet sensation who won the Australia Day Local Hero award in 2018. After one student couldn’t make it to class, he decided to film his maths classes and put them on YouTube. Now he’s reached millions of people all around the world with his Wootube channel. more »
One of the most popular Christian songs ever is “I Can Only Imagine” by MercyMe. The song was written by Bart Millard after a tough time in life. In the movie of the same name, “I Can Only Imagine”, it tells the story of how Bart was abused as a young man. His mother abandoned more »
Daniel Hagen is an Aussie Pastor and Singer/Songwriter on a mission to see 100,000 souls saved in 2018! Daniel used to be the lead singer of Aussie band, "The Hollow". After he became a born-again Christian, his songs began to take on themes reflecting his faith. Although at the time, The Hollow had been signed up to a six-figure recording deal, he was told by one of the recording label's managers that, "This industry is full of drug dealers and pimps", and, "...you need to stop talking about Jesus and stop singing about Jesus if you want any more money invested into the band". After this, Hagen left The Hollow, and began songwriting and performing worship music in churches and Christian events in Australia and other countries. Daniel has also performed at the Awakening Europe event, televised by GOD TV across Scandinavia, alongside UK artist and former Delirious? frontman Martin Smith. Listen in to hear Daniel's story and about the Awakening Australia National Tour and the big Event at Ethiad Stadium, Nov 16-18, 2018
Catrina Henderson is the Pastor at Hillsong Israel in Tel Aviv. Listen in to hear about her love for the people of Israel and her story of how God has opened the doors for ministry in Israel.
Rob Scott serves as an Executive Pastor of Victory Life Centre, in Perth, Western Australia, alongside Pastor Margaret Court. Rob shares his story of success in the Mainstream band, "The Mixtures," and his amazing story of conversion. Rob has ministered at combined church services and conferences all over Australia as well as Singapore, USA, Sri Lanka, UK, Malaysia, and New Zealand. He also teaches at the Victory Life International Bible Training Centre and is the State facilitator for the International Psalmody School of Worship. His songs are sung in hundreds of churches of many denominations worldwide.
Will Graham is the grandson of Billy Graham and the oldest son of Franklin Graham. 610 people came to Christ in Will's recent trip to Kalgoorlie, over 6,000 attended the weekend events, in a town of 30,000! Will shares about the legacy his grandfather has left, and about his heart to reach Australia with the Gospel.
The Afters are a U.S. band on a mission! Listen in to their story of how Josh and Matt founded the band in a Starbucks coffee shop where they played for customers, before deciding to form a band. Matt caught up with Josh in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia where they had been performing with Will Graham, grandson of Billy Graham. 610 people came to Christ over the weekend!
Nathaniel Oliveri is founder of "The Normal Christian Life." Normal Christian Life media has had a global impact and has become a powerful resource for many churches and ministries. With a number of videos that have gone viral all over the world, many people have been inspired to life an uncompromising lifestyle, and to imitate Christ as they reach out to others.
Chris Podlich is a young church planter from "Beyond church" in North Brisbane. He shares about his faith journey, his time in the USA playing soccer at college level, and his passion to reach young people who are unchurched.
Elisabeth Murray is a Visual Artist with an amazing testimony! She shares about her life growing up in a Cult and how she came to Christ and was set-free from deception. She is now working with the New Hope Care to create art and tell the stories of those who've been coming to The Kings Table Soup Kitchen. You can see her artwork and read the inspirational stories at
James Graham shares about his near-death experience and an encounter he had with Jesus. After his family had been told he wouldn't survive the night, he received the miracle he'd been praying for. Listen in to this inspiring interview!
Mike Gore is the CEO for Open Doors Australia. Mike has had extensive field experience - from being chased by the secret police in North Africa, to being in lock down in a hotel to avoid being kidnapped for ransom. He has met with and ministered to secret believers in house churches and smuggled Bibles to Muslim background believers in restricted countries. Through all of these experiences, Mike has gained a profound passion for people and telling the story of the persecuted church. He firmly believes that, as we hear stories of courage and passion from our brothers and sisters, our personal faith and the spiritual temperature of a country can be radically transformed. Returning from a trip to Iraq in 2015, Mike felt convicted that caring for the persecuted church should be part of the DNA of every Christian. He's passionate about sharing stories of the church living in persecution with Christians in Australia, so that they would know and care for the global body of Christ.
Lyle Shelton is the former Managing Director of the Australian Christian Lobby. He is now working with Cory Bernardi and the Australian Conservatives party. He shares about how he got into politics, and the issues he's passionate about. During the Marriage debate in 2017, he was ridiculed so much by the opposing side. Hear how he handled the criticisms and how over a million people changed their view to vote "No" during the 3 month campaign.
Matt Prater was recently interviewed by Dave from Pathlight radio about the History of History Makers.
John Sikkema is a business entrepreneur, author and thought leader, who is passionate about motivating leaders and organisations to discover their purpose and achieve their dreams and vision. John is also the Chairman of Halftime Australia, a values-based executive coaching organisation addressing the growing hunger and need amongst Australian business leaders and owners to pursue more than success.
Sonny Sandoval is the leader singer of U.S. alternative metal band, P.O.D. As a teenager he wrestled with addictions, but when he was 18, his mother died of Leukaemia at the age of 37. During her illness, he was greatly influenced by her Christian faith. He shares about how their band and their message of hope has impacted so many people around the world.
Brian Houston is the Global Senior Pastor for Hillsong Church. He shares about the early days of Hillsong Sydney, about the impact their music is having around the world and about the massive growth of their church in many nations. He also shares about how his 3 children are all serving in ministry and his passion to encourage others to step out into their calling for God.
Marnus Labuschagne is a South African-born cricketer who made his debut for Queensland during the 2014 Sheffield Shield season. He also plays for the Brisbane Heat. Listen in to hear about his faith and the importance of prayer in his life as an elite sportsman. He also shares how his mother has been particularly helpful, leaving Bible verses around the house and even writing them in his cricket shoes.
Justin Khoe is a U.S. based digital missionary otherwise known as "That Christian Vlogger." He produces a weekly YouTube show with over 48,000 subscribers and his clips have had over 1.7 million views! He also has an active presence on social media, reaching many people with biblical themes and tackling many controversial subjects. His goal is to create a space on YouTube where people from around the world can come together, be inspired, and fall more in love with Jesus.
Andrew L'Almont was born in Sri Lanka, where his grandparents had been Christian missionaries. At the age of 13, with his mother and sister, he emigrated to Australia in 1969. He spent 2 years living on the streets of St.Kilda, before a sporting scholarship to Melbourne High School gave him an academic education and opened the way for him to play rugby for Victoria and district first level cricket for Prahran. Moving into the finance sector, Andrew worked for the Australian divisions of 3 English banks, before establishing Ray White Financial Services in Australia in 1993 and Harcourts Financial Services in 1998. After relocating to New Zealand, Andrew took a position on the Baptist Savings board and as marketing manager, conducted more than 400 financial wellness seminars, with over 12,000 people attending. Now back in Australia, Andrew shares about his heart to share the gospel and his work in Christian radio.
Phil Pringle is the Founder and Leader of C3 Church Global, an international movement of over 500 churches, and the Senior Minister of C3 Church in Sydney Australia. He has a passion for the arts, media ministry and evangelism. Matt caught up with Phil at the National Day of prayer and fasting and discussed the power of prayer and the need for Revival.
Pastors Dave and Shelly Drage are responding to a call on their lives to GO and ENCOURAGE the churches of Australia. Dave believes God has called him to walk! He is walking the Approx 14,500km of the National Highway One around Australia. While Shelly leads the support team in the 4WD! Visiting the towns and cities along the route, they will stop and share with churches and communities the message of the gospel. Listen in to hear about their music, their message and about the time Shelly spent in prison and how it's helped bring them closer to God.
Jerry Lackey is the founder of Love Botswana Outreach Mission in Africa. In 1995, the Republic of Botswana officially sanctioned this mission to carry out its humanitarian purposes in Africa. The Mission has made—and continues to make—a significant contribution to the development and transformation of Southern Africa. Jerry also works with UCB Africa to reach many through Christian radio.
Sam Humphrey is a New Zealand born actor who is best known for playing General Tom Thumb in the film The Greatest Showman, he's also featured on the TV show, Neighbours. He was born with a rare genetic disorder called Acrodysplasia, a very rare form of dwarfism. As a child he was also diagnosed with the inflammatory bowel condition Crohn's disease and has spent a lifetime visiting hospitals. He had attempted suicide several times, but with support from his family, his faith and his resilience, he was able to overcome his challenges and pursue his dream of becoming an actor. Listen in to hear about his time as a youth leader at his local church, and how God has transformed his life!
Mark Lee from Third Day shares about how the band formed, how his survival after a car crash helped him draw near to God and music. He also shares about the songwriting process and songs he's written for other bands that have reached the world!
Robert Dunn is the CEO of Opportunity International Australia and the Global Executive Director of Opportunity International Global. He shares some amazing stories about micro-finance in many nations and how lives are being transformed.
Stuart Chapman is one of Australia's leading researchers in Home education. He shares about the dramatic growth of Home education in Australia and some insights from scripture about raising children. He also shares his concerns about recent changes in the education system and the associated consequences this will have on the next generation.
Cheri Keaggy is a Dove Award winning singer/songwriter who is passionate about God's Word. For over 20 years she's ministered in word and song all over the world. She has partnered with organizations such as Food for the Hungry, Lifesong for Orphans, and the Nashville Rescue Mission. Listen in to her story…
Capital Kings are an American edm-pop duo, who started out performing together in their youth group band. They've worked with artists like TobyMac, Mandisa, Colton Dixon and Royal Tailor. With a sound that hits all styles of EDM music, from House to Trap, the guys know how to make catchy pop tunes that leave you wanting more. Listen in to their story and hear their heart to reach this generation through music.
Peter J. Daniels is a well-known and respected Australian Christian international businessman. He came from a disadvantaged background, and his early years were plagued by illiteracy and ignorance. He came to Christ in 1959, at a Billy Graham Crusade in Adelaide. In spite of numerous disadvantages, he built a large real estate business in Australia. He has served on international boards covering the four corners of the globe and has been deeply involved in Christian outreach throughout the world for more than 46 years. He has conducted free of charge over 1,000 seminars in churches in many parts of the world.
Stephen Atkins is an Aussie Singer/songwriter who's performed over a thousand shows all over Australia. He was a finalist in the Young Australian of the Year Awards and has University degrees in music and theology. His passion to share the gospel and connect people to God has seen many lives transformed. Listen in to his amazing story of redemption though the ups and downs of a life on the road.
Lyn Wake lost her teenage daughter Bethany Wake to Brain Cancer. But she continues to allow their daughter's legacy to make a huge difference. BE Blessings is the 'beauty from ashes' ministry God has given Lynda and the Wake family as they now support and encourage others who are suffering and bereaved. She shares about the strong faith of her beautiful daughter, and their devotional, "Heartbreakingly Beautiful," a 52-week devotional journey of hope, inspired by the life of Bethany Wake.
Alli Mellon is the founding director of the Hard Places Community, a team of passionate missionaries who came together to be "a glimpse of hope to the hopeless in the darkest corners of this world." After more than 20 years of short-term missions, Alli moved to Cambodia in January 2009 to focus her teams' efforts on the child sex trade. She lives in Cambodia today with her four Khmer children where they enjoy eating black beetles, playing with huge blocks of ice on steaming hot days, and seeing God at work among the beautiful, broken people of Phnom Penh.
Peter Farrar is inter-denominational Christian Pastor and Chaplain who has spent many years reaching out to people on the streets and in the highways and the byways. Armed with a Bible and his motorcycle, he's got a heart to travel all over Australia where other travelling evangelists may not go. Listen in to hear Peter's story.
Jamie Redfern is an English-born Australian television presenter and pop singer. Redfern was an original cast member of children's variety show, Young Talent Time. He once said, "If I hadn't been a singer I would have been an Anglican minister. My faith has always been strong and I've got that need and desire to help people and to understand them." Listen out to Jamie's interview with Guest interviewer Greg Newman.
Graham Leishman is a businessman on a mission. He serves on the board of a number of charities and is the chairman of the Transit Systems group which operates over 1200 buses in W.A. and in S.A. And he owns a number of double decker buses in London. Graham is also involved in the "Retirement Village" industry. He shares his testimony and his heart to be a witness for Christ in the business sector.
Matt Maher is a Canadian Singer/songwriter and worship leader. He's performed alongside Third day and TobyMac at the world Youth Day. He's written songs in collaboration with Switchfoot and NEEDTOBREATHE. Maher is an outspoken champion of unity and collaboration, he loves to lead worship at public events like the 2014 March for Life. Listen in to Matt's story…
Don Fakhry makes the most delicious hommus I've ever tasted! He shares his story of growing up in a Lebanese family, and getting into gangs and drugs as a teen. After a powerful encounter with God his life turned around. Now his passion for God fuels him in his business as a high-quality gourmet food distributor and his work as a trainer in the field of boxing.
Dr Tony Keys loves to teach on the Book of Revelation! Many pastors avoid teaching about Revelation because of the controversy it can cause, but Dr Tony believes it's too important to ignore! After many years of pastoring, establishing and managing two non-profit vocational training/tertiary colleges, heading up a non-profit Christian school, marketing, and being a crusade co-coordinator, Dr Tony regularly travels throughout the world preaching in churches, conducting leadership seminars, lecturing in Bible colleges, and meeting with and mentoring church leaders. Dr Tony is a prolific author, having published a series of Bible study books titled First Love Discipleship Series and four books on leadership. Tony has degrees in biblical/theology, education and leadership/management.
Ramon Williams has served as a missionary with WEC in Indonesia, he's worked with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, and he's photographed and reported on many major events all over the world! He's worked with the likes of Julie Anthony, Dionne Warwick, Nana Mouskouri, Shirley Bassey, Malcolm Muggeridge, Pat Boone, and Mother Teresa. He's photographed musicians including Barry McGuire, Leon Patillo, Cliff Richard, Andre Crouch, Keith Green, DeGarmo and Key, Colin Buchanan, Darlene Zschech, Idea of north, Rebecca St James, Steve Grace and Marina Prior. Listen in to hear his story and the highlights of this amazing career!
Pastor Jeff Vines spent 20 years on the mission field (Zimbabwe, New Zealand) planting churches and training leaders. From 1998-2005 he was the featured speaker on the weekly television broadcast, Questions of Life, and frequently debated agnostic and atheist alike on national radio. Jeff is the Lead Pastor of Christ's Church of the Valley. Jeff is the author of Dinner with SKEPTICS: Defending God in a World that Makes No Sense and Unbroken: 8 Enduring Promises God Will Keep.
Trevor Bartley shares some amazing stories of churches he's planted in Kenya and Pakistan. He's been in full-time ministry for 30 years, serving as an associate pastor, executive pastor, director of two denominations and has been the secretary of three boards. He has also authored several books.
Peter Watson is a Pastor, Coach and Leadership consultant with Impact Facilitation. In 2017, he successfully completed a 2405km run of New Zealand in 59 days to raise awareness and donations for Destiny Rescue, an organisation that rescues children from Sexual slavery in South East Asia, and he's also competed in over 45 Marathons. He has a wide-ranging academic background and continually seeks out the most up-to-date and evidence-based practices by reading over 100 books per year.
Pauline Sangham is a Christian radio broadcaster from South Africa. She shares her story of how her life has been transformed by her strong faith in God and her passion to reach people through radio and music. Her testimony reminds us that God has a plan and is working it out His mysterious ways in our lives all the time!
Andy and Zoe Cullen are happily married with 4 children. They are a true example of overcoming adversity through their commitment to each other and their faith and are living life with hope. Their true passion is in helping others by spreading a message of hope and peace in overcoming anxiety, depression, and PTSD - identifying the sufferers as both the individuals and the family and friends that surround them. Listen in to their love story and their Journey of how they have overcome the struggles related to Andy's PTSD after serving in the Army.
Jossy Chacko is the Founder and President of Empart, a global ministry that exists to ignite holistic community transformation among the unreached and needy people of Asia. Empart's primary goal is to see 100,000 communities transformed by 2030. Jossy left South India at the age of 17, with $20 in his pocket, a one way ticket to Australia and a big dream to become a business success. Life in Australia started in total disaster with no job, no money and no friends or family. Depressed and at the brink of suicide, Jossy had a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. Listen in to hear his story…
David Tensen is the founder of LeaderHeart, an organisation passionate about keeping the hearts of leaders healthy and thriving. He shares about how to pray over our children, to see them set free from anxiety and fear. David is a speaker, author, writer and vocal recording artist, who brings together a unique fusion of experience ranging from business to leadership and emotional health to spiritual development. David is a sought after speaker and coach. He and his wife Natalie also create media resources to assist parents and children with relational, emotional and spiritual challenges.
Marlene Matthew was born in Jerusalem, and her family moved to Australia after the 1967 war in Israel. She is an Assyrian Christian and she speaks Aramaic, Arabic and English. I met her in a restaurant in Bethlehem, where we heard a Palestinian Pastor preach to a group of Aussies about his mission to reach the Arab world for Christ! She ministers to Muslims regularly and leads tours to Israel, Jordan and Egypt, during the Feast of Tabernacles. Her passion to share the gospel is contagious, this is a must listen!
Greg Lanyon is a financial planner and the development partner for Crown Financial Ministries, Australia. He shares some important advice on financial stewardship from a Biblical Perspective and some great testimonies of how others are now on a journey towards financial freedom through some of their latest initiatives.
Sam Dewald is the founder of World Healing International, a worldwide ministry proclaiming the Power and Glory of God to the nations. He is also an Author, Bible Teacher and Conference Speaker. In 2008, Sam and his family moved to the United States from Israel in obedience to the call of God to be missionaries to the United States. Prior to his move to America, Sam had served as the Administrator for Jerusalem House of Prayer for All Nations in Jerusalem, Israel, a 24 hour house of prayer dedicated to pray for Israel and all Nations. Sam has also served as the Administrator of Derek Prince Ministries, India.
Dave Mann is the Australian and NZ Director for Global Outreach Day. It is the largest evangelism mobilisation effort in human history, with more than 140 nations with an estimated 300,000+ participating churches.
Bill Hunter is the Chaplain of the Brisbane Broncos and Founder of God's Sports Arena Church, a different kind of Church in Brisbane. Bill shares his testimony of his foundations in the Salvation Army and how his passion is to reach out to those who love sport and are searching for a connection with God.
James Leviston has an amazing story to tell. About 3 years ago, things went terribly wrong when he was testing out a flying fox, resulting him falling 4 metres onto the edge of a cliff and then another 5 metres onto rocks below. With severe head injuries and his back broken in multiple places, the prognosis wasn't good. The doctors said he wouldn't survive. As he clung to life, they said he would be left a quadriplegic. James' will to live and faith in a God who still works miracles today saw him totally healed. He has even run marathons since his accident.
Penny Lyon is a UK based Gospel singer and Blogger. She's lead singer in the band, "Out of the Ashes," an original Christian and Gospel band, drawing on jazz, R&B, and blues with a ministry particularly focused on those in the church who no longer fit into the church youth group (ok then, 'grown ups!') and a message that "…God ain't done with you yet!" She also leads the Beacon Gospel Choir, a community choir founded to bring the uplifting sounds of Gospel music to Gloucestershire and beyond.
Jeff Durbin is a World Champion martial artist with 5 Black-Belts and has starred in popular video games and even played Michaelangelo and Donatello for the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" franchise as well as Johnny Cage in "Mortal Combat" the world-tour. He's a Pastor of Apologia Church in Tempe, and has worked for many years as a hospital-chaplain. He has participated in outreach to various different religions across the world and has even engaged in public debate against Atheism. Jeff was featured on a series for the History Channel called, "The Stoned Ages" about the Christian approach to drugs and alcohol. Jeff hosts a weekly radio program heard on KPXQ called "Apologia Radio" and is heard internationally via podcast at
James White is the director of Alpha and Omega Ministries, a Christian apologetics organization based in Phoenix, Arizona. He is the author of more than twenty books, a professor, and an accomplished debater. He's taken part in public debates on topics like Islam, Mormonism, the Jehovah's Witnesses, and Atheism.
Dougie March was part of a gang called The Bigg Market Bender Squad. From his teen years, he travelled around the UK following Newcastle United FC, drinking and fighting. Violence became a way of life and most weekends he would be fighting in pubs and nightclubs. He was an angry young man growing increasingly paranoid due to his speed and cocaine addiction. After Prison time and many mistakes, he had an encounter with God. Twenty years later he's preached God's Word in over 37 countries, this is a story you have to hear for yourself!
Kelly Newton-Wordsworth is an award-winning singer/songwriter from Western Australia. She shares her testimony of her involvement in the New Age movement and her radical transformation during an Alpha Course.
Nik Ripken is the world's leading expert on the persecuted church in Muslim contexts. He is a missions veteran of 30 years, having served primarily in North Africa and the Middle East. He is the author of "The Insanity of God "and the new book "The Insanity of Obedience". He and his wife have done extensive research on the persecuted church, and on Muslim background believers, in approximately 72 countries.
Dave Pellowe is the host of "Church and State," a viewer-funded internet talk show with news and views at the intersection of Christianity and Politics in Society. Dave has interviewed Mark Robinson MP, Bernard Gaynor, Wendy Francis, Rod McGarvie and there are many more to come!
James Holbeck is a former Rugby Union player with the Wallabies who's since earned a reputation as a humorous and insightful speaker, writer, mentor and coach. He shares about his faith journey, and how he speaks at many schools and also has worked with Red Frogs at schoolies.
Guryel Ali is a former Muslim who converted to Christianity. He's released a number of Reggae Albums, he's worked in Breakfast radio, and he shares about his involvement in the Revival in Vanuatu in 2016 with Evangelist Tim Hall, Hillsong and Planetshakers.
In 1857, in New York City, Jeremy Lanphier started a lunchtime prayer meeting, praying for revival in his nation. And after advertising the prayer meeting widely, only six people turned up. After three weeks of faithfully gathering, his prayer meeting had 40 people joining in on daily meetings. On October 10 that year, the stock more »
Joh Knijnenburg is the Manager for Children, Youth and Education for the Bible Society in QLD. He shares in schools and in concerts about the importance of God's Word. And he's got a great story to tell…
A recent survey showed that 85% of US Christians only prayed for themselves and their families. Only 15% prayed for the world around them, yet the Bible tells us in 1 Timothy 2 that we must pray with supplications, prayers, intercessions and giving of thanks for all men, for kings and for all who are more »
A man went to a barber shop to have his hair cut and hist beard trimmed. As the barber began to work, they began to have a good conversation. They talked about so many things on various subjects, when they eventually touched on the subject of God. The barber said, “I don’t believe that God more »
Have you ever taken your children to the shops and just at the checkout, there’s all the chocolate and they toys and the lollies that tempts the kids right at their eye level? They’re so clever at placing just the right thing to tempt your kids at just the right time. I heard a story more »
The story is told of a police constable in Canberra that mapped out the worst crime spots in the city. He also mapped out the churches and then combined the two maps. It turned out that the areas that where the churches were had the lowest crime rate and the areas with the worst crime more »
Doctor J. Edwin Orr, the greatest authority ever on revival in the church was a lecturer at Wheaton College. He took some students in 1940 in a brief visit to England, to visit the Epworth refectory where John Wesley was based. Beside the bed are two worn impressions in the carpet where it was said more »
Bob Gas from “The Word for Today” tells the story of a nine year old boy named Philip who suffered with down syndrome. In Sunday School the other kids made fun of him because he was different. The Sunday before easter the teacher gave each of the kids a plastic egg and asked them to more »
Nicky Gumbel from the Alpha Course shares lots of stories about how he loves his wife Pippa. But he says there is a difference between knowing his wife and knowing about his wife. He said that if there was a book about his wife called “The Book of Pippa”, he could read through it and more »
Wayne Knapman works with God TV Australia to share the good news through TV. He shares his testimony and his vision for the future of TV.
Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Is the cup half full or half empty? There’s a great story that’s told about a pair of twin boys where one was an optimist and the other was a pessimist. On the twins birthday when the boys were at school, the father loaded the pessimists room with more »
Nicky Gumbel the founder of the Alpha Course tells the story about how he met Eric Idle, one of the comedians behind the famous Monty Python films. They sat next to each other on a chair lift in the Swiss Alps just after Nicky had conducted a wedding. He said they had a great chat more »
Chuck Swindoll shares in his book the “The Grace Awakening” about how grace is risky. He said lets imagine that you have a six year old son whom you love dearly. Tragically one day you find out that your son has been horribly murdered. After a length search, the investigators of the crime find the more »
I love watching eagles. They spread their massive wings and the wings lift them up to new heights. Did you know that eagles don’t fight snakes on the ground? They pick them up into the sky and change the battleground. In the sky, the snake has no stamina, no power and no balance in the more »
Bob Gass from “The Word for Today” shares the story about John Griffith, the railway controller. His responsibility was for a draw bridge over the Mississippi River. One day he took his young son to work with him. After putting the massive draw bridge up, Griffith was eating lunch when suddenly he heard the whistle more »
In his book “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”, C.S. Lewis described a world where truth and values had been usurped by another ideology. It was an ideology that created a world where it was always winter and never Christmas. And anyone that opposed it faced suffering and persecution. Many are noticing that in more »
Joth Hunt from Planetshakers grew up in a very musical family. From a young age he aspired to be a musician. Now he travels the world with Planetshakers as a worship leader, songwriter and producer. He shares his story and the heart behind their latest project.
Mel Crothers is a Perth based Christian singer songwriter. After Initially pursuing a career in Musical Theatre after graduating from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Mel has released 2 albums and tours regularly sharing her music. In this interview she shares her heart behind her new project, "Faithful." Mel also serves as an ambassador with child sponsorship organisation Compassion.
Dave Kendall is from Christians Against Poverty. He shares his testimony from growing up in the UK and his calling to work in Australia. CAP have seen many thousands become debt free and trained and many have come to Christ though their ministry!
Pastor Prince Thomas is the executive director of Immanuel India Mission. Hear about his amazing conversion story and his heart to reach Northern India with the Gospel. With Church planting, orphanages and mission schools Pastor Prince is a real Historymaker!
Curt Anderson is a U.S. based singer/songwriter, based in Nashville. I first saw him doing a cover of Taylor Swift's, "Shake it off," at Easterfest while the crowd went wild! Minutes later they were all worshipping and pressing in to God. He's a gifted communicator and he loves touring across Australia and New Zealand!
Hector Costello is Principal of Freshwater Christian College in Cairns. Hector came to faith after a friend reached out to him over a 2 year period in the local cricket nets! Hear his testimony and his heart for raising children in a godly schooling environment.
Many years ago Bill Page was walking past the Coffs Harbour Civic Centre, he wandered in to hear Pastor Clark Taylor preaching the gospel. Half way through the message, he decided to give his life to the Lord, at the end of the message, he'd decided to spend the rest of his life telling others this good news. Bill has recently spent nineteen years as a Pastor in PNG, he is now Pastoring in Cairns and is in demand worldwide as a keynote speaker and mentor to mission enterprises. www.livinglight.org.au
Brian Pickering is the co-ordinator of the Australian Prayer Network. Find out some keys to how we can pray for Australia and hear some of the amazing answers to prayer Brian has seen.
David Parr is an American-born Pastor now based in Australia. He has served in Spanish congregations in the U.S. and pastored in Liverpool, Georges Hall and is now based in Brisbane. He and his wife have an amazing heart to care for the homeless and the poor, listen in to his testimony and his heart to reach the unreached.
Wez Hone is one of Australia's leading 'faith in business' thinkers. From the age of 18 Wez has built and sold 9 companies. Hear his amazing testimony and vision for the future.
Seth Bolt from NEEDTOBREATHE shares about what it was like touring with Artists like Taylor Swift, Third Day and Switchfoot. He also shares about their latest project, his love for Australia and how life as a newlywed is treating him.
Josh Williamson is an Australian born Evangelist. Since 2003, Josh has travelled the world sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ at Schools, Universities, Churches and in open air preaching on the streets. Currently, Josh is the Queensland State Director for OAC Ministries
Murray Boyton is from Christians Against Poverty. CAP have seen many thousands become debt free and trained and many have come to Christ though their ministry! Murray has previously served in Pastoral ministry for many years and has a real heart to impact many with the Gospel!
Nicolle Jean is a Worship Singer and Ukulele Songwriter. She shares her testimony of coming to Christ after many years in the Jehovah's Witnesses and in the New Age movement. Her joy is contagious and her music is uplifting!
Tim O'Neill is the President of A2A & Senior Pastor at The Tailrace Centre in Launceston, Tasmania. The Tailrace Centre houses a function and convention centre, café restaurant and indoor children's playground and is designed to help the ministries of the church connect daily with people who would not normally consider going to church. Tim is passionate about reaching people with the good news of Jesus and discipling them to live as followers of His who will in turn seek to reach and disciple others. Tim has been actively involved in raising church planters and has been on the board of Empart for over 10 years.
Dr Michael Brown became a believer in Jesus 1971 as a 16 year-old, heroin-shooting, LSD-using Jewish rock drummer. Since then, he has preached throughout America and around the world, bringing a message of repentance, revival, reformation, and cultural revolution.
Ray Graetz is a businessman, a Bible college lecturer and a man on a mission. His call is to: "Do everything I can…to help every person I connect with… become all that God has designed them to become." So he set up a one stop website designed to help answer the question… "Why am I here?"
Alistair Petrie is a Pastor and Author from the UK. After many years experience in broadcasting, he now serves as the Executive Director of Partnership Ministries, a global ministry that teaches the principles and relevance of the Gospel and its relationship to the Marketplace. Partnership Ministries is positioned as a ministry for the 21st Century Church and combines prayer and research in order to prepare Communities, Cities, Nations, and the Marketplace for lasting revival, authentic transformation and the release of Kingdom culture.
David Arthur wrestled with his gender identity for 30 years. After suffering from Depression, HIV and many other physical problems, his life turned around after an encounter with God. Hear this amazing journey of a life transformed through God's healing power…
Clare Page is an International Fine Art award winning Landscape Photographer, she's captured images in Australia, New Zealand, and South West USA. She shares her testimony of how God has impacted her life and given her purpose and a calling in the work she does.
Dr David van Gend is a family doctor and frequent contributor to national debates on bioethics. He was born in Zambia, central Africa, into a pioneer family of missionary doctors and farmers going back to David Livingstone, David was featured in the medical newspaper Australian Doctor as one of the country's "50 most intriguing GPs."
Dr Bruce Allen is the founder of Still Waters International Ministries. He is an author, as well as a well-known international conference speaker and teacher to the nations. It is Bruce's passion to see the Body of Christ awaken to their destiny in this hour by equipping them to hear God's voice and access the reality of the supernatural in everyday life.
Andrew Thonneman is the CEO of Christian Jobs Australia. He shares about coming to Christ in his 30's, how God has transformed his life and his heart to reach out to others with the message of the Gospel.
Mark Kujawa lived the high life as a successful chef, but had a drug addiction that was leading him downhill fast, until he had an encounter with God. He's now known as the Pastorchef, and reaching out to many with a message of hope.
Mark Stokes had a life of crime, drugs, and prison until he had an encounter with God at a Teen Challenge rehabilitation centre. Listen in to find out what God told him that changed his life.
Dr Charles Ringma has done mission work among Aborigines in Australia, was the founder and director of the Good News Centre that worked with alcoholics in Brisbane, and was the Australian founder and executive director of Teen Challenge in Brisbane.
Emma Mullings is an accomplished T.V. Presenter and Radio Announcer with a focus on music, entertainment, and current affairs. She also works as an Actor, TV Producer, Musician and Writer. She moved Matt Prater to tears as she shared her story.
Dr Jerry Stott serves as an area missionary with Foursquare churches among 15 nations with over 24,000 churches. He shares about some of the miracles he's seen and his book, "Positioned for Miracles".
Cherie McGonagle has been living and working as full-time missionary since 2006. She spends most of her time in Cambodia church planting, preaching the Good News, baptizing new believers and making disciples. She is passionate about feeding the hungry, providing education, clothes and shelter for the poor, and reaching out to the prisoner, the sick, the lost and the lonely.
Grant Norsworthy is an Aussie Singer/songwriter based is the U.S.A. He's previously been a part of PC3 and Sonicflood and he shares about his heart to mentor the next generation.
Brian Doerksen is well known for writing songs like Come, now is the time to Worship, Refiner's Fire and Faithful One. He shares about his songwriting, about the history of Vineyard worship and his new projects he's working on.
Tony Moore is an Independent Federal Senate Candidate from the Sunshine Coast. He shares about his years as a drummer, and his passion to stand up for Christian Values in politics.
John Bradford recounts his multifaceted life story in this lively interview. From high school captain to Vietnam conscript, Federal member of Parliament to overseas missionary, John reveals the challenges of life of public service, not shying away from sharing anecdotes about his more humbling moments.
Tony Kirwan is the president and founder of Destiny Rescue. He has a passion to see children rescued from poverty and abuse. Tony believes in leading from the front. Residing in Thailand, he and his teams around the world are actively involved in the rescue of young children from the sex industry and building an organisation that combats this crime against humanity.
Peter Toth is an author and Christian Counsellor with a powerful message. He's seen people healed from depression, fears and phobias, panic attacks, OCD, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia. Listen in to some of his insights into healing.
Shane Clifton is Associate Professor of Theology at Alphacrucis College in Sydney. In October 2010, he had a serious accident that left him a quadriplegic. He shares his story and how he has held on to his faith.
Kent Booth recorded his first songs at age nine and never looked back. For over 30 years, Kent has been engaged in full-time ministry in the USA, serving as a youth pastor and worship leader, executive pastor, Bible school instructor, ministry consultant, church planter, and itinerate speaker/worship leader. Be inspired by his heart for worship and his love for Australia!
Colin Cassidy is an internationally awarded Voice Actor, who does everything from Bugs Bunny to Bob Hawke! Hear his inspiring testimony from starting in radio in Coffs Harbour, becoming a Christian and his time living in the UK.
Bishop Sandy Millar is one of the founders of the Alpha Course which has reached millions around the world. He shares about how the Alpha Course began, how Bear Grylls has helped promote the course to a whole new generation, and he shares about how many churches are starting Alpha after Easter all over Australia.
Tania Harris is an accomplished Bible teacher, inspirational speaker, and director of God Conversations, a global ministry that equips people to recognise and respond to God's voice through training, resources and speaking engagements.
Tasman Jude are a Canadian Reggae band who love Australia! Listen in to hear their heart for sharing a positive message in pubs, schools, churches and festivals, and hear the powerful testimonies of deliverance from addiction, trusting in God for the future and lives being transformed through their message.
Denis Barnard is the Pastor at Meadowbrook church, Brisbane. He shares about his conversion experience in NZ at a young age, his heart to reach youth through their Shed youth Outreach, and how he learnt to forgive the man that abused him as a child.
Glen Gerhauser is the pastor and founder of Church on the Park and Holy Fire Ministry Training School. He's from New York where he worked as a DJ mixing House music. Before ministering in Australia he received an Associates of Arts in Practical Ministry from Brownsville Revival School of Ministry.
Bill Wiser is the Managing Editor of The Plough Publishing House Australia. He shares about the Bruderhof Christian community in Inverell NSW. He shares some amazing insights into raising children in today's society.
Sheridan Voysey is an Aussie writer, speaker, and broadcaster on faith and spirituality. He's now based in the UK and is a regular contributor to faith programs on BBC Radio 2, and speaks at conferences and events around the world. He shares about his latest book, "Resilient", and the connection he's found to the Sermon on the Mount.
Jeanette from Open Doors recently went on a historical tour of all of the sights that Brother Andrew visited on his smuggling run as a part of the 60th anniversary of Open Doors. Hear about her heart for persecuted believers and an amazing story of a believer who escaped from North Korea.
Cornel Florea is the CEO and founder at Florea productions, a production studio helping artists to get high quality recordings on a new platform. He shares about his how his faith in God has helped him get his life back on track after a life of crime and gangs.
Paschal Solomona was raised in NZ and got involved with the wrong crowd. After years of running away from God, he found himself homeless, with addictions and at rock bottom. Then he had a miracle encounter with God...
Pele Ramdhani is the National sales manager for Goodlife Health buy klonopin clubs. He shares about his faith, his passion for servant leadership and how the prayers of his wife lead to an amazing turnaround in his life.
Rex Rigby is the first indigenous denominational leader in Australia. He shares his testimony and how he found his calling, which lead to becoming National Superintendent of the Wesleyan Methodist church.
Ian Cooke is one of the founders of the Australia Christian Channel. He has had a film screened at the Sundance Film Festival and was producer on a documentary "Orphans on Wall Street" which was broadcast on the ABC last year, on Compass. He is currently producing a documentary on Sexual Abuse, another project in development on Human Trafficking and a project featuring indigenous Aussies for the 40 Days of Prayer.
Age Rowse helps to bring freedom, hope and a future to young people in SE Asia who's lives are impacted by the horrendous injustice of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. He runs Ping Pong-A-Thon all over Australia in over 40 locations to raise money and awareness.
Dale Stephenson is the Senior Pastor of Crossway church, Melbourne. Known as an innovative and positive leader, Dale is committed to seeing the Church become more relevant and engaged with the local community. He shares about their new interactive online church that's been launched!
Steven Fogg is Australia's first online church pastor. He's been a Graphic Designer, a Creative Director, and now he's the Communications guy to one incredible church called Crossway. Find out about their online church and how they are reaching people from all walks of life… online…
Katy Faust has appeared on ABC's Lateline and Q&A sharing her views on traditional marriage. She was raised in the USA by Lesbians and believes every child has the right to their natural mother and father.
Pastor Brian Grewal was raised from a devout Indian family who followed Sikhism. He was groomed to become a Priest from a young age. At 21, he came to Christ after a Barry Smith Sermon, and publicly renounced his allegiance to the Sikh religion. He shares his story and his heart to share the gospel in this compelling conversation.
Sharon Tan and her husband Benny are Pastors of Historymakers church on the Sunshine Coast of Australia. She is a Life Coach and Mother of 6. She shares her testimony and her heart to help others find their purpose.
Paul Scanlon is one of the U.K.'s foremost church leaders. His philosophy on training and development is the empowerment of the individual. Under his leadership the Abundant Life Church went into a time of transition and radical reinvention, this resulted in it becoming one the largest and most significant churches in Europe.
Fiona Cran is a Childrens entertainer with Skidooo. She does Puppet Shows, Kids Clubs, Camps, Christian Religious Education in State Schools, Youth Bible Studies, Childrens Ministry Workshops, and somewhere in the middle of it all trying to write a book on Creative Children's Ministry!
Doug Holt is a John Maxwell Leadership consultant born in El Paso Texas. He shares about his conversion experience where he heard the voice of God during a vegan fast. He opened a Bible that his Father had given him many years before, and now he serves at a church based Soup Kitchen for the homeless.
Karen Gray is Author of the book "Save your marriage: A Guide to Restoring and Rebuilding Christian Marriages on the Precipice of Divorce". Karen is determined that Christian married couples are reassured there is a way through any problems they may be facing. Karen, who is a passionate speaker, also runs Marriage Restoration Seminars.
Simon from Open Doors shares his story from being raised in a missionary family in Borneo, his life overseas, and his passion to support the persecuted church through the ministry of Open Doors.
Adrian Pritchard was a heroin addict and wanted criminal, he spent time in jails all around the North Island of New Zealand, sometimes in maximum security prisons with notorious criminals; sometimes in psych units and rehabs. Adrian also spent time living in Sydney, Australia, where he was running with the Highway 61 biker gang. His 'occupation' in Australia was running prostitutes and strippers in Kings Cross. He was also stabbed in the chest by a rival Comanchero gang member. He came to the conclusion that there was no escape from his life of drugs, crime and gangs. But something happened when he was in jail for armed robbery - an encounter that changed his life forever. This is his story of breaking free from a life of crime and addiction.
Christine Sakakibara is an Aussie who's lived in Israel over 40 years, she's lived through wars, terror attacks, and adversity of all kinds. She shares about life in Israel from a perspective that will not be portrayed in the International news media.
Alison Buttenshaw was 10 years of age when she witnessed a brutal attack on her parents. Her dad, tragically didn’t survive the attack and her mum was left with multiple stab wounds. In the years leading up to the attacks, she was also robbed of her innocence through sexual abuse. She now works for Christians Against Poverty (CAP), a charity that is seeing hope restored and a solution delivered to thousands of families overwhelmed by the devastating effects of debt and poverty.
Andy Chapman is an Aussie Singer/Songwriter, he performs his own classic mix of R and B, Reggae and Acoustic Rock. He has served as a school Principal in Vanuatu where he and his family lived and worked for a total of nearly 4 1/2 years. Andy and his family have a heart to minister to all ages especially youth and especially to South Sea Islanders and Indigenous Aussies.
David and Kylie Knight are a Husband and wife illusion team! David is from the USA, Kylie is from Australia, and they are not just illusionists, they are also communicators of the gospel...
Ashraf Saleh is a medical officer based in Goondiwindi. He shares his harrowing story of conversion to Christianity from Islam. This courageous story will inspire you to rise up and speak out for what you believe.
Ashraf Saleh is a medical officer based in Goondiwindi. He shares his harrowing story of conversion to Christianity from Islam. This courageous story will inspire you to rise up and speak out for what you believe.
Robin Johnson runs a prayer initiative and vision to raise a MILLION PRAYING MEN across the world. Here his story of being raised in NZ and now ministering among the nations.
Alex Panetta is the manager of Trinity Broadcasting Network in the Pacific region. He shares his testimony and his heart to reach the world with media.
Peter Lane runs "On Eagles Wings to Asia". They’ve been helping men and women in Asian countries find a way out of sexual and relational brokenness. It is a ministry of Exodus Asia Pacific.
James McPherson the Senior Pastor at Calvary Christian Church in Townsville, the Sunshine Coast and Cairns. He's is a former News Limited journalist and he and his wife have adopted two boys from Africa.
David Chalmers is a school teacher with a big heart! He started sponsoring children with Compassion International in 2006, God has captured his heart so fully with his love for the poor, he has financially sponsored 54 children and visited 31 of them in 12 countries.
Anna Rolandsen is a woman on a mission. She shares her experiences from working in an orphanage in Uganda, in Cambodia with She Rescue and in Australia she's working with Asylum Seekers and refugees.
Mark Stiles is a sexual abuse survivor who featured recently at the Royal Commission in to child abuse. After coming to Christ in 2009, he found it in his heart to forgive those who'd abused him. At the National Day of Prayer and Fasting in Canberra, he had his feet washed by denominational church leaders on stage, he shares his story and the healing he's received...
Naomi Striemer is a critically acclaimed Singer-Songwriter, renowned Speaker and Best-Selling Author. She's worked with guitar legend Carlos Santana, and American Idol's favourite judge Randy Jackson. Naomi changed her career path to pursue Christian music ministry after an unlikely encounter in Sean 'Puff Daddy' Combs NYC hip hop studio, when a chauffeur approached her with a dream he had been given about her life.
Levi Mcgrath has worked with former child soldiers in Uganda, with the Melbourne Street Choir and the School of Hard Knocks, He's toured with Third Day and NEEDTOBREATHE - and he wants to motivate and inspire a new generation of people to stand up and make a difference.
Justin Gardner started doing and selling drugs at the age of 12 and was out of school and out of home by the age of 14. He lived a life of crime and his friends that he grew up with are some of the main characters portrayed in the Melbourne "Underbelly" TV series. At the age of 22, he came to Christ, and now he is Senior Pastor of a thriving church.
A little boy once said to his mum, “Who’s book is this?” The mum replied, “It’s God’s book, the Bible.” Then the boy said, “Well why don’t we return it? We never read it?” Many in the West have several bibles in each house, we have them on apps, online, on CD, DVD & some more »
Brother Andrew from Open Doors, well known from the book, “God’s Smuggler,” took a courageous risk many years ago & started smuggling Bibles into Communist China. He prayed the now famous prayer, “Lord you can make blind eyes see, now make seeing eyes blind.” The guards at the checkpoint didn’t see the bibles in his more »
An old Chinese pastor once said, “There are 3 kinds of christians. Some who have the bible but don’t read it, they don’t count. Some who read the bible & don’t live it out, they don’t count. And there are those who read the bible and live it out, those are the ones who count. more »
According to the university of Iowa, the average 2 year old child hears 432 negative statements each day, but only 32 positive statements each day. And by the time your kid is in high school he or she will hear an average of 15 negative comments to every one positive! The Bibles says in Ephesians more »
Many people love the icing on the cake. I’ve even seen some kids just eat the icing and leave the cake on the plate. But the way cakes are created, it’s best to eat both, and too much icing is not good for you! Sex is a bit like the icing on the cake. You more »
Once there was a river that was infested with dangerous crocodiles. People from the nearby village would often be attacked and lose limbs and have terrible scars, and sometimes lives would be lost. But the longstanding tradition of the village was that people would never talk about the crocodiles, it was a taboo subject. Many more »
Research shows that the divorce rate for couples who marry in a church is 40%. For those married by a Celebrant it’s 60%. For those who live together before they are married it’s 80%. And for those couples who read their bible daily it’s 1 in 1051 that get divorced. When we follow God’s design more »
They say that a smart chess player can think seven moves ahead before he makes his next move. I think we need to think the same way for our children’s sake and for the sake of our children’s children. Recently I spoke to a friend of mine who’s a pastor in Seattle, USA. He said more »
With the introduction of social media into our lives. Everyone has become a broadcaster. Everyone like to share their opinions and their point of view. And people like to discuss and argue over different topics. Whether it’s online or face-to-face, we need to be careful about what we say. We need to be careful about more »
I saw a poster recently that really got me thinking. It said “Jesus avoided people, so should you.” I thought, it’s true that Jesus did go off to solitary places to pray at times and he didn’t always avoid people. He loved them and he ministered to them, he did miracles with them. But it more »
They say that a good leader will keep two steps ahead of the people they’re leading, but there’s a lot of pressure in keeping ahead of the rest. And now more than ever the spotlight is on the politicians and bosses and pastors. With social media available to all, they can come under attack from more »
For thousands of years the definition of marriage has been between one man and one woman. And some are trying to change that definition in the name of equality. They’re saying it’s discriminating against what they believe. But for those that hold to the teachings of Christ and have been doing so for years, isn’t more »
I heard a great story about what it means to have a relationship with God. The story is told about a first year Mathematics student that had an exam. He asked his professor “If you could take an A4 piece of paper as a cheatsheet into the exam. The professor agreed and told all the more »
We’ve all heard the phrase, “It’s like a battle between David and Goliath.” This biblical term has stayed in our vocabulary for years. It’s often used when the small guy takes on the big guy. When I hear that phrase used, it reminds me to my visit to the Valley of Elah in Israel. The more »
One of the most amazing and life changing experiences for me has been visiting the holy land in Israel. Walking on the same streets that Jesus and the Disciples walked. Visiting Jerusalem where King David and King Solomon ruled. Sailing on a boat on the Sea of Galilee. Visiting the valley where David slew Goliath. more »
As a pastor, one of the most moving experiences in ministry for me, has been to visit some of the asylum seekers at one of the detention centres. Sitting and talking with these refugees from Iran, Somalia, Myanmar. Many have come on boats, seeking a better life. Fleeing the persecution from their countries. Regardless of more »
I heard a story about the importance of having a vision and having dreams for your life. There was a young guy who didn’t have much confidence in life. He didn’t brush his hair. He didn’t wear deodorant. He walked around dragging his feet. And didn’t have a dream or a goal for his life. more »
There’s a well known story about twin brothers who’s father was the town drunk. One of them grew up to be a successful business man. The other grew up to be the town drunk. When either of them were asked how they ended up the way they did, both of them said “Well, with my more »
I remember when I first heard the song by “Amy Grant” called “Angel’s Watching Over Me”. I was only a new Christian, and it really got me thinking about the spiritual world. All you have to do is look at the movies coming out of Hollywood and the latest TV shows. The world has a more »
According to the dictionary the definition of creativity is the ability to transcend traditional ideas and to create meaningful new ideas, forms and methods using your imagination. And its the process by which one utilises creative ability. The problem with our busy lives today is that many of us don’t stop to actually be creative. more »
Mac Powell is the lead singer for Third Day, one of the world's leading Christian Bands. He shares about their new album, his new solo country project, his passion for songwriting, his love for Australia and their 2015 Australian tour with NEEDTOBREATHE and Levi McGrath.
Bo Rinehart is from U.S. Rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. He shares about their previous tours with Taylor Swift, Train and Switchfoot, their 2015 Aussie tour, the power of forgiveness and reconciliation that saved their band and the album "Rivers in the Wasteland".
Darren Percival was the Runner-up on The Voice TV show in 2012. He shares about a Christmas Day TV special he’s hosting on Channel Ten at 11am. It features the New Hope Brisbane Soup Kitchen, the Salvos, Paddy’s markets and more.
Stan Goodenough is a South African Journalist who shares about his time reporting in Israel, and his message for Australia.
John Hull is a Christian Radio Mentor from Houston Texas. He shares his heart for Australia and the exciting new opportunities for sharing the gospel though media throughout the world.
Richard from Pineapple media talks about the National Christmas TV special on Channel Ten at 11am on Christmas day. It features four stories including the Kings Table Soup Kitchen from New Hope Church Brisbane.
Catherine Sharp shares her story. From nearly killing herself and her daughter and in $50,000 debt, to salvation through Christ, a restored marriage, becoming debt free and a bright future.
Rod Hopping from Heritage Films talks about the movie, “Beyond Sight", -The Derek Rabello story, and about Netflix coming to Australia.
Derek Rabelo is featured in the movie – Beyond sight. Even though he’s Blind, that didn’t stop him from surfing the Pipeline!
Eugene from the Back to Jerusalem team with Brother Yun talks to Matt Prater about Iraq and ISIS.
Lex Akers is a Pastor and author with a passion to reignite believers in their faith. He shares about his vision to see Christians commit to studying God’s word, and to living it out in everyday life.
Darin Browne is a worship leader and singer/songwriter with a passion! He's travelled the world with Evangelist Bill Newman and also runs a home for girls in crisis, and he shares about his latest project, breathing life into some classic hymns.
Bill Price from New Zealand shares a funny interview about the Kiwi involvement in the G20.
Ben Price – Aussie Impersonator & comedian shares about his role in a Ray Comfort movie about Homosexuality.
Paul Newsham is the President of ACC churches South Australia and Senior Pastor of Salt church a multi-campus church in Adelaide. He shares about becoming a street preacher in Brisbane at age 8, helping Pastor Andrew Evans start the Family First party and the highlights of his recent trip to Israel.
In April 2014, two grandmothers from the Netherlands went on their first ever aeroplane flight. Anne, aged 71 and Ria aged 78 had never been able to fly before. Both of them had a deep-seated fear of flying. One of them said “If I don’t do this now, I never will.” Sometimes opportunities come up more »
We’ve all heard the Bible story of Joseph and his coat of many colours. In Genesis 37:5 it says “Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more.” We need to be careful of the dream killers. These are the ones that will attack you and more »
Australians are some of the most travelled people per capita in the whole world. There’s something in us that gives us a desire to travel to the nations. Unfortunately we do have a bit of a bad reputation in some countries for the way we behave. But I actually believe that one of the redemptive more »
In a recent survey 71% of those with internet addiction are aged between 18 and 24. The study also found that 39% of Americans spend more time socialising online than they do in person. And with social media, many people check it first thing in the morning, throughout the day, when they get home and more »
I made it to the shops the other day at two minutes before closing time. They were asking people to go to the registers, so I bolted around the aisles, picking up anything I had on my list and anything else I could find as well. I knew my time was short and I had more »
Once upon a time there was a prince who was a master archer. He was so good, he believed he was the finest archer in the world. One day he came across a barn with painted targets along the entire side of the barn. There was a single arrow in the dead centre in every more »
Paul Newsham is the President of ACC churches South Australia and Senior Pastor of Salt church a multi-campus church in Adelaide. He shares about becoming a street preacher in Brisbane at age 8, helping Pastor Andrew Evans start the Family First party and the highlights of his recent trip to Israel.
Susie Donkin is a fitness director, who travels the world on Cruise ships. She shares about overcoming an addiction to the drug, Crystal Meth, coming to Christ, overcoming an eating disorder, and how God has impacted her life on a tour of Israel.
According to research the number of words spoken by the average man daily is about 10,000. The average woman speaks about 25,000 words. They say that often we’ve used up our words by the time we’ve finished work each day. And that’s why men in particular like to grunt and nod in front of the more »
Ed Stetzer is the President of LifeWay Research, a prolific author & speaker. He has planted, revitalized, & pastored churches, trained pastors & church planters on 6 continents, holds 2 masters degrees & 2 doctorates, & has written dozens of articles & books. He is also a contributing editor for Christianity Today.
Author Gary Chapman has helped many relationships with his books on Love Languages. He outlines five ways to express and experience love and what he calls Love Languages. They’re listed as Gifts, Quality Time, Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service and Physical Touch. Some have suggested that food should be the sixth love language. Chapman more »
Research shows that the health benefits of laughter are far ranging. Studies have shown that laughter can help relieve pain, bring greater happiness and even increase immunity. One study suggests that pharmacy healthy children may laugh as much as 400 times a day, but adults tend to laugh only 15 times a day. I reckon more »
Neil Johnson has worked in radio and as a Pastor for many years, he shares about his recent trip to the Middle East on a fact-finding mission with persecuted believers.
David Willersdorf has had his songs recorded by Dove and Grammy Award nominees, Hillsong, Darlene Zschech, Motown and Gospel artists and many other great singers around the world. He talks about his new collaborative single with Steve Grace, Steve Apirana and Peter Shurley etc. Which is raising money for Compassion. He also shares about his new album produced by Rick Price, from his band, "The Free."
We all want the best for our kids. What if I told you there was a well researched program that could change your kids life. It can increase the average life-expectancy of your children by 8 years. Reduce the child’s use and risk of alcohol, drugs and tobacco. It can dramatically lower the risk of more »
Cambridge University research found that in neighbourhoods where children do well in school, 96% of the children were read to daily and 45% of these children were read to for half an hour or more a day. In contrast they found that in neighbourhoods where children didn’t do to well at school 61% of the more »
Research has found that prayer is good for you even on a scientific level. A study was done by German psychologists at Saarland University on the effects of prayer and those who pray. The findings revealed that praying can help a person maintain self-control and resist temptation, as well as help alleviate depression and other more »
Greg Clarke is the CEO at the Bible Society Australia, he's also an author and a speaker, and is involved with The Centre for Public Christianity, and he's a tragic U2 fan.
Researchers found that listening to music will lift or reinforce your mood and ultimately lead to a greater quality of life. It can also be an integral part of our health. Scientists at the University of Misouri have found that people can boost their mood simply by listening to upbeat music. They have found that more »
Scientists have discovered that we’ve been hardwired to give. At the University of Oregon researchers have found that giving to charity is neurologically similar to taking an addictive drug or learning that you have received a winning lottery ticket. It seems clear then that people give to charity not only because they think it is more »
Sometimes forgiving someone can be the hardest thing you can do. But according to the Mayo Health Clinic in the US. Forgiveness can lead to less anxiety, stress, lower blood pressure, fewer symptoms of depression and a lower risk of alcohol and substance abuse. CS Lewis said this “I can forgive the inexcusable in others, more »
Insurance companies say that 1 in 6 people in Australia describe themselves as an impatient driver. 91% believe drivers are becoming more aggressive. 57% admit they have gestured rudely or yelled at another driver when they have done something that they thought was dangerous or rude. And 20% admit they have become angry with another more »
According to the Centre for Bible engagement in the US, research shows that daily bible reading is the single most powerful predictor for spiritual growth. Key findings of the global survey of more than 100,000 people indicate that if a person engages the Bible four or more times a week, then the likelihood of giving more »
Pastor Luke Franklin is a PNG Pastor & Missionary who's served in Vanuatu, the Solomons, Manus Island & India. He's seen many miracles including 12 people being raised from the dead!
Jeff Poole is an Aussie Singer/songwriter based in NZ. He shares about his struggles with abuse and homosexuality, and how his marriage has been restored & how his foundation is God's word has helped in the healing process.
Dominic Steele is the Author & Presenter of "Introducing God", an evangelism course designed to reach those who are far from God. He shares his life story, and about Christians in the Media, a ministry for those in media.
Sean W Smith is not your average children’s entertainer. He is one of the most sought after Christian children’s songwriters, entertainers and family ministers on the planet. His ability to connect with all ages through music is truly unparalleled. www.seanwsmith.com
Duncan Phillips is the drummer for the Newsboys, one of Australia's most successful Christian Rock Bands. He shares about the Movie, God's Not Dead in which they feature, and the possibility of a worldwide tour with DC Talk!
Clint Davis shares his story of life growing up in South Africa, working in Radio and TV, then coming to Christ. He also shares what it was like to recently meet his Father for the first time, and how our identity must come from our Heavenly Father
Darren Wilson is Director of the film "Holy Ghost". It features Lenny Kravitz, Michael W Smith, Brian Welch from the Band "Korn", Phil Vischer the creator of "Veggie Tales" and many more. He's made a number of feature films including Father of Lights and Furious Love. DeVon Franklin, VP of Production at Columbia Pictures calls him "one of the most innovative filmmakers and authors of faith today".
Bel Thomson is an Australian award-winning singer, songwriter and speaker, based in Coffs Harbour. Her single, "New Creation" featuring Paul Colman has been played on Christian radio nationally. Bel's lyrics press beyond the surface, and have touched audiences around Australia and Overseas.
Steve, Joel and Portia are from the Shed Youth outreach in Meadowbrook QLD. With over 90 youth each week, they are impacting many teens with their music, great food, and the Gospel. Listen in for their studio performance, a mix of soul, rap and R'n'B.
Josh Reid is an Aussie media professional involved in producing film, TV and radio, he writes & speaks internationally on the influence media has on our culture. Here about his film projects, books and how God is using Christian media can transform lives.
Ben Price is an Aussie Comedian/Impersonator. He was a finalist on Australia's Got Talent and has a strong faith and a passion to share the gospel. Have a laugh at his impersonations of Russell Crowe, Tom Cruise, Arnold Stationwagon & more!
Bob Mendelsohn is from Jews for Jesus Australasia, an organisation of Jewish people who believe that Jesus is the Messiah and Saviour of the world. Bob answers some tough questions on some controversial subjects, well worth a listen.
Geoff Westlake is a Christian public speaker from Perth, Western Australia. He teaches with objects, media, stories, and basically helps people think seriously about God and life. Not to impose but to propose. He shares his story, and about his life-changing trip to Israel.
Dr Kameel Majdali grew up in California, he came to faith as a teenager, after college he went to the Middle East to study. It was here that he preached his first sermon on Mount Zion. Kameel is a dynamic preacher and teacher, a futurist who believes in the inerrancy of the Bible. He has published six books and is heard regularly on radio.
Norma King is a Kiwi worship leader now based in Brisbane, Australia. She shares her story of transformation from being a gang member, spending time in Prison, and how she was set free from addiction. Her story shows that there is hope for anyone who calls on the name of the Lord.
Brendan Woods is a Pastor, Community Specialist and author for yesHEis.com. He shares about his faith journey, and his passion to reach out to the nations through social media.
Naturally 7 is a U.S. music group with a distinct Acapella style they call "Vocal Play". They sing primarily R and B with extensive beatboxing. They've been touring Australia with Michael Buble, and their own solo show, hear about their heart for the gospel! And for a laugh, Matt auditions with a rap of Amazing Grace infused with DC Talk!
Roma Downey is an Irish actress and Emmy nominated producer from Northern Ireland. She played kind-hearted angel, Monica on the American TV series Touched by an Angel. She is the executive producer of the Bible series and the Son of God Movie.
Silvie Paladino is a well-known Aussie Singer, often on TV singing at Christmas Carols, and football Grand Finals. She's performed in many musicals, worldwide, & is now an Ambassador for The Watoto Children's choir.
Peter Furler is an Aussie singer/songwriter best known as the former lead singer for the Newsboys. He’s also one of the headline artists for Easterfest 2015! He shares about his latest project, his love of Aussie music and the message of the Gospel.
Reverend Rob Stewart is an Anglican Minister from Sydney Australia. He shares about his conversion story, his heart to share the gospel, his battle to overcome Chronic Fatigue, and about his Lifechanging trip to Israel.
Jimmy Needham is a U.S. Singer songwriter who's built a reputation for himself as a thinker, a challenger and a wordsmith. He shares about his Album, The Hymn Sessions, and his love for Australia.
Shonlock is a U.S. based rapper, and choreographer. He's worked with Arrested Development, Toby Mac, Mandisa and more. He's one of the artists for Easterfest 2014, and he shares his story of a life transformed by the Gospel.
Renelle Jones loves to Dance. She shares about how her faith journey began in Bundaberg, QLD, her move to study Dance at the Wesley Institute in Sydney, and about her experience as a contestant on the TV show, "So you think you can dance."
Veronica Ferguson had an amazing healing encounter with Jesus that left her not only healed, but with God's instruction, "Tell My people I want them well". Veronica shares her story and biblical teaching via audio CD's and speaking engagements.
Alejandro Arias is an author and Evangelist who started his ministry as a boy preacher at the age of 11. He has travelled to over 40 nations, preaching the gospel to thousands of people around the globe.
Rob McFarlane is a Uniting church Minister in St Ives, Sydney. He shares about his faith journey, how he got the call to ministry, and about his tours to Israel & the Middle East.
Tim Buxton is an Aussie Christian worker based in Iraq. After 9 years at Times Square church New York, Tim and his wife and 3 kids have launched an outreach among orphans among the Kurds.
Vita Adam is an Indonesian/Aussie, Singer/songwriter, with a passion to share her faith with the next generation. She shares about her energetic live shows, her latest album, and how God has guided her along the way.
Colin Buchanan is the winner of seven country music golden guitar awards, he's been in shows like Playschool, and Carols in the City. He's also released dozens of Christian kids cds and dvds. This is a fun interview with a great Aussie Historymaker.
Paul Colman is an Aussie Singer/songwriter. His songwriting abilities have been acknowledged with a Grammy nomination and Dove Awards, and he spent some time as a part of The Newsboys. He shares about his latest album, "From The Saltland To The River."
Jars of Clay have spent over 19 years together as a band, They've won 3 Grammy's, made 10 studio records, and created the Blood:Water Mission, an organization dedicated to providing clean blood and water for African nations suffering from the HIV/AIDS crises. In this interview we hear about their latest release, "Inland."
Pastor Glen from Open Doors shares his conversion story, his love for the Alpha Course, his vision for church planting and about the work of Open Doors, reaching out to persecuted believers all over the world.
Phil Cooke is a media consultant, author and speaker. He is a long-time producer of nationally known religious and inspirational programming, and has worked for such clients as Billy Graham, Joyce Meyer, The Salvation Army and the YouVersion Bible App.
Bill Bolthouse is the producer of Trade of Innocents, a thriller independent film starring Dermot Mulroney. It was shot on location in Bangkok, Thailand. The film will look to bring awareness and involvement to work against human trafficking. www.tradeofinnocentsthemovie.com
Jonathan Thulin is a Swedish-American singer/songwriter. He is best known for his #1 hit single "Dead Come to Life" featuring Australian artist Charmaine. He is a member of the chart topping band Press Play. He shares his story and the heart behind his music.
Royal Tailor Take a generous helping of soul... splatter it with bouncing rhythms, blistering guitars, engaging vocals, stellar musicianship and catchy pop melodies that make you want to move--all textured with truth--and you have Royal Tailor. Matt Chats with the lead singer, Tauren...
Malcolm Baxter is the former lead singer of a Sydney Punk band, he’s also been a worship leader and singer/songwriter in the Vineyard churches. He’s now involved in church planting in the USA. In this interview he shares his dramatic conversion story and his faith journey.
Brian Hardin is the founder of Daily Audio Bible, the revolutionary Scripture podcast, downloaded over 64 million times. He also has a healthy collection of Grammy and Dove Award nominations, from producing the likes of Larry Norman to modern radio regulars like Jill Parr and Manic Drive.
Kate Bracks is an Aussie chef, winner of Master Chef 2011. Since her big win, she's been on TV on the Project, The Circle, on many radio stations and in many Australian magazines. She now has a platform, an opportunity, to shine… to be salt and light!
General David Hurley is the Head of the Australian Defence Force & Patron to the Australian Military Christian Fellowship. He shares about his faith, his love of God’s word and the power of Prayer.
Benny Tan is an Author and Pastor. When he found out that he was sold as a baby, feelings of abandonment and rejection overwhelmed him – his life began to spin out of control. Everybody thought he'd either be killed in a gang fight in the streets of Kuala Lumpur or he'd be locked away for good. But his life was totally transformed one day through a divine appointment. His gripping story will inspire you to face life's obstacles with courage and hope.
Sheridan Voysey is a writer, speaker and broadcaster on faith and spirituality. He has done over 2000 radio interviews, he shares his life story and about his recent book, "Resurrection Year: Turning Broken Dreams into New Beginning".
Steve Dixon is the Campus Pastor at Hillsong Church Brisbane. He shares his story of conversion in England, his time as a missionary and church planter in Spain, his heart for reaching people with the Alpha Course, and the global phenomenon that is Hillsong.
Oscar Micari lived in 5 different countries before the age of 18. He shares his journey of faith, and his heart to bring the Gospel to the world. He's worked with Feed The Hungry, Global Care, and Olim Aid International. Listen in to hear about his heart to reach the Poor, and his passion to pray for the Jewish people.
David Leslie is an Evangelist with a heart focused on bringing God's message of salvation, healing and freedom to the lost souls of the world. Coupled with a strong entrepreneurial edge, David shares his time between business and ministering both locally and internationally. His desire is to see the people of Africa and the world saved, set free and made whole through the love and power of Jesus Christ.
Dawn Obrien is the breakfast host on Christian radio Station 95.5 The Fish in Hawaii. She shares her story of how her life has been transformed by the gospel, and how she loves to communicate the good news on the radio, in churches, schools and all over the world.
Israel Tour 2013. Matt Prater shares about his pilgrimage to The Holy Land. Hear interviews from different Christian leaders and the experiences that were encountered on this tour. From being eyewitnesses to a battle in Syria, to the Garden Tomb, to the Dead Sea… And a few laughs along the way…
Colton Dixon is an American singer who placed 7th on the 11th season of American Idol. His Live performance of "Everything" by Lifehouse sent tingles down people spines. Hear about his debut album, and life on the road touring with Third Day.
Mark Burnett is the Producer of the record breaking TV series, "The Bible." He's also produced "Survivor", "The Voice", "Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader" and many more. He shares about his passion for the Word of God, and how he and his wife Roma Downey (Touched By An Angel) had a sense of calling to produce this ground-breaking series on the Bible.
Elka Whalan is a former Aussie Olympic Swimmer, a blogger and media personality. She is a regular member on Ch 7's Morning Show and is also on SUNRISE as one of Kochies Angels where she is seen every week live discussing news and lifestyle topics. She shares about her Christian faith and her heart to shine a light in the media.
Benny Perez is a U.S. Pastor and Author. After experiencing one of the greatest youth revivals to ever hit the northwest, Pastor Benny felt called to begin a church in Las Vegas, which is now one of the fastest growing churches in the city where nearly 3,800 people attend. It is a multi-generational, multi-ethnic congregation.
Karyn Williams is a U.S. Singer/songwriter with a powerful life story, she is the eldest daughter of Pat Williams, Orlando Magic Basketball team's Vice President and founder. Her international family includes 19 children, 14 of which are adopted from all over the world. She shares how God has lead her into the music industry.
Red is an American rock band, known for their action packed live shows. Their first two albums earned the group Grammy Award Nominations for Best Rock Gospel Album, and a No. 2 debut on Billboard 200. Hear the heart behind the band.
Mike Kai is a Pastor and Author from Hope Chapel, Hawaii, a church with over 3,000 in attendance. He shares his testimony, and his heart to take the gospel to the nations.
Barbra Zaloumis dreamed of moving to Australia from Zimbabwe, and God answered her prayers. She shares of her recovery from domestic violence, raising 5 children as a single mother and her career as a film producer.
Richard Coombs is the Australasian Director for MECO (Middle East Christian Outreach). He has travelled extensively in the Middle East and preaches regularly in different churches about the opportunities and challenges Islam and the Middle East.
Kerrie Roberts is a U.S. Singer Songwriter, well known for her song, "Rescue Me", the theme song for "Once Upon A Time", the TV series. She was once a background singer with legendary icon Engelbert Humperdinck, until her solo career took off. She shares about her life as a pastor's kid, and her heart for the Gospel.
Darren Lewis is the QLD Father of the Year in 2011, and founder of Fathering Adventures, an outdoor activities-based initiative turning the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers. Darren shares how his childhood years were shared with a father who lived entrenched with guilt from a family tragedy, and how "Fathering Adventures" is a tool to reconnect Dads with their kids.
Jan Buchanan was canoeing with her husband in Indonesia, when the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami hit, she tells the gripping story of her survival, and the sad loss of her husband. She now works with Aids orphans in South Africa with YWAM. This is a must listen.
George McArdle is the former bass guitarist of the Little River Band (LRB), during his time with LRB, he toured withThe Beach Boys, Fleetwood Mac, The Doobie Brothers, and Santana. George shares how he was searching for more in life when he left LRB, so he became a Christian, went to Bible college and worked as a pastor. He's now released a solo project.
Jim works with Open Doors Australia, serving the Persecuted church worldwide. He shares his story of conversion and his many years involved with Youth Alive, and his heart for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Stuart Robinson is an Author and Pastor. He's spent many years working in South Asia, pioneering cross-cultural ministries and writing numerous books. "Mosques and Miracles", is one such book, introducing readers to Islam and how we should be responding to the impact of Islam.
Andrew Stone is a young evangelist, who's been involved in a fruitful youth ministry for years, & is now taking the gospel to the nations. He's mentored by Bob Mendelsohn, the director of the Jews for Jesus Australasia and this partnership gives Hebraic cultural and historical insight into all of the teaching series that this ministry releases.
John Finkelde is a C3 Church pastor with 30 years pastoral leadership experience at C3 Church Hepburn Heights, Western Australia. An avid church planter, he has ministered extensively throughout Australia and the world. John now specialises in partnering with pastors to grow healthy churches.
Holly Starr is a U.S. Singer/songwriter who started writing at the age of 14 and recorded her first EP at the age of 15. By the time she turned 19, Starr had released the well-received album, "Tapestry", and she played some of the biggest festivals in Christian music and opened for LeAnne Rimes. She shares her story, and the heart behind her music. www.hollystarrmusic.com
Mark Schultz is a 14-time Dove Award nominee and platinum-selling artist. Well known for songs like "Letters From War" and "He's My Son", Mark Shares the heart behind his song writing, and the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Gary Blackford is a man with a story to tell. After sinking into the blackness of depression and mental illness to the point of attempting suicide, Gary now tells a story of great hope to a generation struggling with the mind. Gary has authored a book called "The Fog Lifter", this book has been over 20 years in the making and told in a very real and at times quite humorous way.
Kimberly L Smith is an Author and Speaker who was an average American churchgoer, wife, and mother - until she dared to ask God His dreams for her life. Traveling around the world and deep into the darkness of her own heart, Kimberly's worst fears collided with her faith as she and her family discovered the atrocities of human trafficking.
Sanctus Real is a U.S. Christian Rock band who wowed crowds at Easterfest 2010. The band is best known for their number one singles "Beautiful Day" (a U2 cover), "I'm Not Alright", and "Forgiven". Matt caught up with Dan their bass player, and they announced they are headlining at Easterfest 2013!
Janene Epere is the CEO of Destiny Haven, a womens refuge offering a residential life-developing training program for women with any life controlling issue. Janene shares her story of how she and her Husband Lewis overcame drug addiction, and how God has now opened doors for them to reach out to many.
Ben Hughes is a Revivalist, Pastor and worship leader based on the Sunshine Coast. He shares his story of conversion with a powerful encounter with God, and how God has taken him all around Australia, NZ, Fiji, India and the USA with a message of the power of the Gospel.
Phill Boaretto is the pastor at C3 Church Tokyo. Here his story of conversion and his heart to reach Japan with the Gospel. After 6 years of short-term trips, he and his wife and children have started a new church near one of the world’s busiest train stations.
Rod Plummer is the pastor at Jesus Lifehouse church in Tokyo. After pastoring churches in both Thailand and Australia, Rod now oversees a number of churches in Japan. Hear the story of his conversion, and how Jesus Lifehouse is helping Japanese people after the Earthquake and Tsunami.
Talo Satakara is the Oversight for 14 new Hope Churches in Asia. He’s also Senior Pastor of New Hope Tokyo. After growing up in Samoa, and Hawaii, marrying a Japanese wife and moving to Japan, Talo shares how many doors are opening for the Gospel in Asia.
Greg French is the Founder of the Real Men's ministry with C3 churches international. He shares his story of coming to Christ and how the Real Men ministry is spreading across the nations to raise up Godly men, who will lead the way they were created to.
Leigh Nash is the lead singer of Sixpence None the Richer. Many would remember their big song "Kiss Me", which was #1 across Australia many other countries worldwide. Well, lead singer, Leigh Nash, has released some great solo material, and in this interview she shares the story of how God has opened many doors of blessings in her life.
Moriah Peters is a U.S. singer songwriter. She started writing songs at the age of 13 and "had dedicated herself to the leadership of God at the age of 14 and can still remember her heart's genuine prayer of, 'God, I just want to be used by you.'" She auditioned for American Idol, but they were harsh to her because of her wholesome image, telling her to experience life ("kiss a boy") before entering the music industry. In this interview she shares about her debut album, and overcoming stagefright.
Will Graham is the grandson of Billy Graham and the oldest son of Franklin Graham. Will has seen more than 10,000 people converted to Christianity during his outreaches. He shares about the legacy his grandfather has left, and about his crusades in Australia.
Don Francisco is one of the pioneers of contemporary Christian music, having begun his recording career in the 70s. Don is known worldwide for his "folky" ballads written from the point of view of Bible characters who were surprised by God's grace. He shares his story and the heart behind his songwriting in this conversation.
Neville Peter is an amazing Gospel singer from the USA. At a young age he was diagnosed with Glaucoma, which is a very painful disease that causes nerve damage in the eyes. He became totally blind at the age of 12. He's been singing in church since he was 5 years old, and in this interview he shared his story, and how God has been with him in his journey of faith.
Brad Huddleston is a U.S. revivalist, evangelist and multi-media extraordinaire. Brad is known for his technological expertise, evident in his resources, "The Darkside of technology: Restoring balance in the digital age." Brad now realizes why God has combined his computer and theology training with life experience to help expose the realities of developments in and over-use of technology.
John Mackay the Creation Guy is the International Director of Creation Research. With a background in geology and teaching, John has formally debated many academics and theologians including Richard Dawkins. He's also been doing field research worldwide for the past 30 years.
Jamie Haith is the host of Student Alpha. Shown in many countries around the world, Student Alpha is a DVD series, teaching the basics of Christianity in a modern context. Jamie has worked in radio, and as a children's TV presenter, and shares about his love for Australia and the Gospel.
At Hillsong Conference 2012 we caught up with some great local artists. In this show we catch up with Singer/songwriter Bel Morrison, Sydney band of brothers Redruth and we discovered an awesome new bunch of Islander boys called "Purpose" from New Zealand.
Over 30,000 people went to Hillsong 2012, we caught up with Louie and Shelly Giglio, and talked about their church plant and their record label. We also asked Israel Houghton and Chris Tomlin about their trip to Australia and any advice they have for worship leaders and songwriters.
David Bereit is an American pro-life activist. He is the national director of 40 Days For Life, a Christian pro-life organization which opposes the actions of Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers through Prayer and Fasting, Peaceful Vigil, and Community Outreach. He’s doing a national speaking tour of Australia in August and September.
Roy Duff-Richardson was raised in South Africa. After many years of rejecting God, he had a supernatural experience and encountered heaven. In this conversation, Roy shares about the amazing things he saw in heaven, and how it’s helped him in his battle to overcome Cancer.
The Watoto Childrens Choir travel the world bringing a message of hope and joy wherever they go. In this Interview, 5 of the children share their heart-wrenching stories, and they share a couple of songs, in perfect harmony. Have your tissues ready for this one!
Ben Irawan is a business leader, an accomplished musician and the editor of NEW CITY Magazine, he's also Chairman of the Dads4Kids Fatherhood Foundation, and also the senior pastor of Life Centre International in Sydney & Wollongong. In this conversation Ben shares about his leadership of the Sydney Easter Parade, and how his sister was raised from the dead!
Eric Bailey is an activational speaker who’s spoken to over 2 million people in over 10 Countries. He's a former NBA Basketballer who's shared the stage with Michael Jordan, Jamie Foxx, Sir Richard Branson and many more. After being given up for adoption, living with a disease in his knees, surrounded by abject poverty, crime, drug abuse and gang violence, hear Eric's story of success, and his faith in Jesus.
The Sowers Group blend styles from Central/East Africa, sounds from their own individual tribes, Australian grooves and influences from American R and B. The Sowers Group are creating unique music that carries a powerful message of hope. Coming from the war-torn countries of Congo and Rwanda this group sings about the saving power of God from experience. Their music has infectious rhythms and powerful lyrics.
Barry and Beck McDonald are the founders of Run For Life Haiti. Barry is planning a 500 kilometre run across Haiti to raise $800,000 for a new Maternity centre. The run is also to highlight the suffering that the women of Haiti endure because of the lack of care available to them before, during and after child birth.
Reuben Morgan is the worship pastor at Hillsong Church in Sydney, Australia. He has written songs such as "I Give You My Heart", "My Redeemer Lives" & "Mighty to Save", which won the 'Best Worship Song' category at the 2009 GMA Dove Awards. In this chat Reuben shares how he started out at Hillsong, about the importance of Biblically based worship songs and about their new album, "Cornerstone."
Jonathan Aitken is a former Conservative MP from the UK, and a former British government Cabinet minister. He was convicted of perjury in 1999 and received an 18-month prison sentence, of which he served seven months. He is currently president of Christian Solidarity Worldwide, a Christian organisation working for religious freedom through advocacy and human rights, in the pursuit of justice.
Randy Stonehill is a U.S. singer-songwriter, known as one of the "Fathers of Christian music". His lyrics and live concerts, have a strong comedic element, and in this interview Randy shares about his conversion in Larry Norman’s kitchen, and his mateship with Keith Green and Bob Dylan.
Todd Agnew is a U.S. Singer Songwriter, who was born to a Native American mother. He was adopted at birth by a white couple & was raised in Dallas, Texas. Todd’s breakthrough song was "Grace Like Rain", a re-written version of the Hymn Amazing Grace. In recent years he's been involved planting a church in Memphis, in travelling the world with World Vision, and he’s recently released a new album, How To Be Loved, which includes some of the songs from his local church.
Dr. Robi Sonderegger is a Clinical Psychologist renowned for taking psychology from the frontline to the home front. He’s the Founding Director of Family Challenge Australia, a registered Mental Health Charity, and a Consultant and policy advisor on the rehabilitation of trauma associated with war, sexual exploitation (human trafficking) and natural disaster worldwide. He Champions the Institute of Marriage, and is passionate advocate for strengthening families – 'turning the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers.' Over the past 15 years he’s gone from celebrity snowboard instructor to the rich and famous of Europe (including Prince Charles and Harry of Wales) to humanitarian activist for child-soldiers and sex-slaves, and is a Pride of Australia Medal Finalist.
In this candid interview Kath shares about her years in the Mormon church, and how through reading the Bible and searching for God she had a conversion experience. Phil Shares how his life was spiraling out of control, and how an encounter with God has led both of them into ministry.
Melinda Dwight is the National Director of Alpha Australia. Melinda shares about her years of experience as a pastor, and some great stories about how lives have been transformed through Alpha, a short course for those exploring the Christian faith. She also shares about the latest changes and additions to the Alpha course, with some amazing stories about Alpha in prisons, Student Alpha, the Marriage course, and the Parenting course.
Chris Foley is the former State member for Maryborough, QLD. He has 6 children, was a pioneering Gospel artist many years ago, in his "spare time" he is a private pilot, and an internationally travelled 6th Dan Black Belt Ju-Jitsu Instructor. He is also the Senior Pastor of Grace Community Church, which he founded, now in it's 9th year. In 1994, Chris's 3 yr old son, Joshua was runover and killed by a motorbike, ridden by a young man named Danny Ace. This interview explores the bond between Danny Ace and Chris that was forged by Danny’s role in Joshua Foley’s death.
Ken Davis is a well-know comedian, story-teller and a brilliant communicator. Matt Prater caught up with Ken during his Australian tour, and got some great tips on how to be a humorous communicator, found out what Ken thinks of Aussies, and Ken also shares the message of the Gospel, like you’ve never heard it before. Unless you’ve heard this interview before.
Author and speaker Jodie Guerrero shares her inspiring story of overcoming chronic illness. She's a young mother who struggled to provide for her family, her body ravaged with Lymphoma.
Larry Gillis is on the pastoral team at New Hope church in Hawaii, after many years of Counselling, he shares some insights into the power of the Gospel. He asks every person he counsels, “Is Jesus real? And if so, do you believe he can help you with whatever your problem is?” He shares how our personal faith in Jesus is a foundation for healing...
Aaron Cordeiro is the Senior Pastor of New Hope church in Hawaii-Kai. He’s the son of the well-known Pastor Wayne Cordeiro from New Hope International. In this Interview Aaron shares about how he became a Christian, what life is like as such a young pastor, and his recent mission trip to Myanmar.
Here’s a montage Matt put together with some of the Artists who will be at Easterfest 2012!
Bob Katter is an Aussie federal politician, the member for Kennedy, and the leader of Katter’s Australian Party. In this chat he talks about how he got into politics, his views on Homosexual marriage, Abortion, Prayer for Australia, & the Bible
Loree Rudd is the sister of well-known Aussie politician, Kevin Rudd. She shares about her faith, and the reasons why she recently quit the Labor Party, and their policy change on same-sex marriage. She also shares quite openly about the night her brother was usurped as Prime Minister.
Bill Muehlenburg is a social commentator, Author and speaker. He shares his story of coming to Christ and getting involved in Youth with a Mission at a young age. He’s the Secretary of the Family Council of Victoria, and lectures in ethics and philosophy at various Melbourne theological colleges. In this conversation we talk about some of the political hot potatoes of the day, with topics including Marriage, Abortion and Islam.
Brother Yun, known as “The Heavenly Man”, has one of the most amazing stories in the modern church, reminiscent of the Book of Acts! An Exiled Chinese housechurch leader, he now leads the Back to Jerusalem movement, preaching the gospel and sending bibles into the nations that are closed off to the gospel.
Dr Andrew Corbett is a husband, dad, preacher, teacher, writer and senior pastor at Legana Christian Church Tasmania, and National President of ICI College Australia. Along with several other Academics, Theologians, and Professionals, he was a founding member of the Tasmanian Family Institute - a family research think tank and social commentary organisation. This Institute was pivotal in changing some key public policy in the area of morality and family.
Cindy Cruse Ratcliff is a Dove-award winner, an internationally acclaimed worship leader at Lakewood Church, in Houston Texas, a Christian artist and award-winning songwriter. She shares of her love for Australia, how she seeks the Lord in the songwriting process, the power of humour, and the power of the gospel.
Stephen Kendrick is an American film writer and producer, and senior associate pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church. He has co-written movies like Flywheel, Facing the Giants, Fireproof and Courageous. In this conversation we talk about the new movie Courageous, and the importance of Courageous Fathers.
Vishal Mangalwadi is an international lecturer, social reformer, cultural and political columnist, and author of thirteen books. Born and raised in India, he studied philosophy at universities, and founded a community to serve the rural poor. Vishal continued his involvement in community development, serving at the headquarters of two national political parties, where he worked for the empowerment and liberation of peasants and the lower castes. He speaks all over the world on the Bible's role in creating the modern world and the reforming power of the Bible.
Helen Berhane was held captive for over two years in appalling conditions in her native Eritrea, including months locked up in a shipping container. Her crime? Sharing her faith in Jesus, and refusing, even though horrendously tortured, to deny him. This Interview is a sobering, painful, heart-rending account of true faith in the face of evil. Helen says, "I want to give a message to those of you who are Christians and live in the free world: You must not take your freedom for granted... If I could sing in prison, imagine what you can do for God's glory with your freedom." A real challenge for the Church in the West.
In this interview, Leigh Hatcher speaks with Nebraska pastor Todd Burpo, author of the book Heaven is for Real. When Todd’s son Colton was 4, he suffered from an undiagnosed ruptured appendix. The book, Heaven is for Real, details Burpo's claims that during the months after emergency surgery, Colton began describing events and people it was impossible for him to have seen or met, such as his miscarried sister, whom no one had told him about, and his great grandfather who died 30 years before Colton was born. Within three weeks of its November 2010 release, the book debuted at #3 on the New York Times bestseller list. By January 2011, there were 200,000 copies in print, and the book hit #1 on the New York Times list.
Ken Davis is a best-selling author, frequent radio and television guest and one of USA's most sought after inspirational and motivational speakers. A gifted comedian and a master storyteller, year after year Ken continues to delight audiences of all ages with Christian comedy that's actually funny! He's visiting Australia late in 2011, hear him share what we can expect from his visit.
Dr Michael Davey was raised in 4 state-run institutions. He was kidnapped by his real father, who desperately wanted his son back, but when he was reunited with his family Michael was beaten repeatedly by his mother, who was violently schizophrenic. To escape his mother's violence and neglect, Michael escaped to join the Navy when he was just 15. After years of suffering depression and anxiety, Michael went on to study and is now a scientist and a teacher with a PhD, and a loving family of his own. Michael's self-published memoir is called Journey of Hope.
Jamie Malcolm is an author, speaker and is well-known for his Co-hosting of the Kerri-Anne morning TV show on channel 9 Australia. Jamie shares his story of coming to Christ, some great stories from his acting career.
This week on History makers we talk to the next generation of History makers! The kids from Northside Christian College in Brisbane tackle the big questions. What is Easter and Christmas about, they share their favourite Bible stories, and there’s plenty of laughs and some sing along songs too. Join us for the History Makers more »
Janet Yeo is an ambassador for Opportunity International, a ministry that offers micro-finance loans to the poor. She shares her story of her conversion to Christ mainly through the Alpha course, and being set-free from addictions and the launch of her new ministry, New Hope Care.
Simon and Xene Schembri are the founders of At the Ark, a ministry for those who’ve suffered abuse. They share their heartbreaking story of discovering the extent of abuse in their own family, and the road to healing and recovery. Tackling the issues of "forgiveness", "Where is God" and surviving the court process, Simon and Xene help to provide the support that they couldn’t find in their time of crisis.
Margaret Court is a retired former World No. 1 tennis player. She became a Christian in the mid-1970s, and in 1991 became a minister. In 1995, she founded a church called Victory Life Centre in Perth. She still serves as its senior pastor. Her television show, A Life of Victory, appears on the Australian Christian Channel.
Sidney Mohede is an Indonesian Singer/songwriter & worship leader. Well know for penning the song, "Hosanna (Be Lifted High)", an anthemic chorus that Israel Houghton wrote a beautiful chorus to and recorded. Sidney shares his story of conversion in his teens, and how his church is reaching many in Indonesia, in one of the largest Muslim countries of the world.
Joel and Julia A'Bell are the lead pastors for Hillsong church Australia. Working with Brian and Bobbie Houston, they lead the 4 thriving church campuses. In this interview they share how they met at Blackstump music festival, and they announce some exciting guest speakers and artists for Hillsong conference 2012.
Berni Dymet is the CEO of Christianityworks.com. After a career in the Army, working in IT, and building a successful international consultancy firm, Berni came to Christ and was soon launched into ministry. His radio ministry and books now reach out to many around the world.
After hitting rock bottom, David Martin had an encounter with Jesus, he was set free from his addictions, and now he works with World Vision. David shares about the 40hour famine, the East Africa Emergency appeal for Somalia, and the History of World Vision, which now provides assistance to 100 million people worldwide, including 2.4 million children, in more than 90 countries.
Author and Speaker, Darrow Miller serves as Vice President of Food for the Hungry International and co-founder of the Disciple Nations Alliance. Darrow has been a popular speaker at conferences and seminars on topics that include the Christian movement worldwide, Christianity and culture, Christian apologetics and social issues.
Singer/Songwriter & Author, Roma Waterman was told she may never sing or tour again after suffering from fibromyalgia. But she had an amazing encounter with God that set her in a new direction in pursuing worship and the prophetic through her music. Now, totally healed Roma travels the globe, speaking, singing, working as a vocal coach on "X-factor" and running workshops on the prophetic arts, songwriting and vocal technique.
Norman Miller is a pastor, businessman, and Aboriginal Artist. He and his wife Barbara founded The Centre for International Reconciliation & Peace as a para-church ministry, and have planted a church in Cairns, Australia. They are part of the team co-ordinating the National Day of Prayer in Canberra on July 24, 2011.
Norman works with Open Doors Australia. This Ministry works in the most oppressive countries, strengthening persecuted Christians. Norman shares about his recent trip to Ethiopia, and the massive outreach towards Muslims worldwide.
Author and speaker Nicky Gumbel, is the pioneer of the Alpha Course, a short course on the basics of Christianity. He was an avowed atheist, and converted to Christianity in his first year at College, through reading the New Testament. He said, "I was enthralled. It was as if I had found what I had been looking for all my life". Millions have now done the course worldwide. Nicky is interviewed by Leigh Hatcher from Open House.
Mark Conner is the pastor of Australia's 2nd largest church, City life in Melbourne. He's an active blogger and has authored many books. He shares some great stories about how to reach out and connect others with the Gospel.
Warwick Marsh is the Founder of the Fatherhood Foundation. In 1998 he was awarded the FOL Fatherhood of the Year Award and in 2001 was awarded a centenary medal by the Governor General.
In this History Makers edition, Warwick shares his vision for the National Day of prayer for on July 24, 2011.
John Anderson is the former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia. He recently spoke at the Lord Mayors prayer Breakfast in Brisbane. In this History making speech, John speaks about revival in China and Africa, and the need for Revival in Australia.
Paul Morrison is the chaplain for the West Coast Eagles AFL football team. He took some of the players to Cambodia and was so moved, he wrote the song, "Picking up the pieces", It was featured on Today Tonight and the clip has gone viral on YouTube.
Pete Malins is a missionary with New Hope Japan. 20 minutes after the 2011 Japan Earthquake, Pete was stuck in a bullet train, in a tunnel, with no power, just out of Sendai where the epicentre of the quake was. He spent 19 hours trapped, then was bussed to Tokyo. Pete shares the story in this episode of History makers, and his heart for sharing the Gospel in Japan.
Deborah Kline Iantorno is a messianic Jewish singer/songwriter. After starting her career on TV in Puerto Rico, and singing in night clubs and on radio jingles, Deborah became a Jewish believer and wanted to use her talent for her Saviour. She has a fresh musical approach of Latin rhythms, R&B and worship ballads.
David Heenan is the Author of The Skeptics Guide to God. After years in Advertising and Photography, David has launched into ministry with a message for skeptics. He tackles topics like Creation, Noah's Ark, Bible predictions and heaps more!
Az Hamilton is the National Youth Co-ordinator at Compassion Australia. Az shares about his time working in radio, and how his life changed after a Compassion trip to Haiti, and his passion to reach the next generation with a message of hope and destiny for the future.
Phil Dooley is the Pastor at Hillsong church, in Capetown South Africa. Phil shares the story of God's provision and his heart bring hope to people from every part of society. After leading Hillsong United in Sydney for years, he's passionate about raising and releasing the next generation among the nations!
Kari Jobe is a singer/songwriter and Worship leader based in Texas. Well know for singing songs like "Revelation Song" and performances at Hillsong conference and C3 Church Oxford Falls.
Banning Liebscher oversees youth and young adult ministry at Bethel Church in Redding, California. He is also a Director of Jesus Culture, a ministry dedicated to mobilizing, equipping, activating, and sending a new breed of revivalists all over the world. Through Jesus Culture conferences and Music, Banning's vision is to see young people give themselves to a life of prayer for worldwide revival.
Danny Silk is on the pastoral team at Bethel Church in Redding, California. He is the founder of Loving On Purpose Educational Services, a ministry to families and communities worldwide. Danny shares some great tips on raising kids, and loving on purpose.
Pastor Eliah Janee works with Heartland International in Thailand. He's recently launched a Youth at Risk program, outreached and trained village pastors from Chiang Rai to the Burma border, and partners with Destiny Rescue to bring healing to children rescued from trafficking.
Ben McGonagle is a missionary and author based in Cambodia. He's pioneering a new work with his wife and 3 kids, they are passionate about making disciples, feeding the hungry, providing clothes and shelter for the poor, and reaching out to the prisoner, the sick, the lost and the lonely.
Easterfest Toowoomba has some of the world's best Christian Artists! In this show we talk with Superchick, New Empire, Article One, Sanctus Real, and Australian Idol winner Stan Walker.
Paul Colman and Grant Norsworthy, are 2/3rds of The Paul Colman Trio, in this hilarious interview they talk about reforming and touring Australia, and we have an inspiring discussion about, what is the Gospel?
Paul Colman and Grant Norsworthy, are 2/3rds of The Paul Colman Trio, in this hilarious interview they talk about reforming and touring Australia, and we have an inspiring discussion about, what is the Gospel?
Earthquakes, wars, floods, cyclones, natural disasters, we are seeing more this year than ever before. In this History makers radio special, hear from those courageous survivors from the Floods of 2011, and how they have clung to the promises of God, in the midst of disaster.
The "Summer of Sadness" in 2011 saw tragedy strike Australia in the midst of floods and cyclones. In this History makers radio special, hear from those courageous survivors who are now rebuilding. Hear how Churches have risen up and helped out like never before. Hear their faith-filled response to the question, "Where was God in the floods?"
Dr. Michael Youssef was born in Egypt, lived in Lebanon and Australia and is now based in the United States. He studied at Moore College in Sydney, Australia, and now has an international TV and radio ministry. He shares some eye-opening insights into the unfolding situation in Egypt.
Dr Chuck Missler is a former senior analyst with the US Department of Defense, and former Branch Chief of the Department of Guided Missiles, he has also helmed several major private companies as chief executive. With both his military and corporate background, Chuck brings a unique discernment to trends in world culture and politics. He is in the process of moving his centre of ministry operations from the USA to Taupo, New Zealand.
Walid Shoebat is a Former member of the PLO, who has converted to Christianity from Islam. After shedding his former life and work as a software engineer he has set out to tirelessly bring the cause of Israel to tens of thousands of people throughout the world: churches and synagogues, civic groups, government leaders and media. Walid is an American citizen and lives in the USA with his wife and children, under this assumed name.
Tim Hughes is well known for the song, "Here I am to worship", and many others. In this interview Matt speaks with Tim at Hillsong conference 2010, about worship, missions, the Alpha course, song writing and his love for Australia.
Wayne Cordeiro is Senior Pastor of New Hope Church in Hawaii and is now President of New Hope Bible College in Eugene Oregon. I can honestly say Pastor Wayne is one of my heroes, and this has been one of the most inspiring and funny interviews I have done.
Wayne Cordeiro is Senior Pastor of New Hope Church in Hawaii and is now President of New Hope Bible College in Eugene Oregon. I can honestly say Pastor Wayne is one of my heroes, and this has been one of the most inspiring and funny interviews I have done.
The Call is a movement of prayer that has had hundreds of thousands of people joining together to pray and fast for justice and spiritual awakening. In this program we speak with leaders at the 2010 Call Gathering in Sacramento, USA. Leaders include: Lou Engle, Cindy Jacobs, Wesley and Stacey Campbell, Bill and Beni Johnson, and Banning Liebscher.
Tina Damasco has an amazing story of a life transformed. WA Youth Worker of the Year 2010 nominee, Tina reaches out to many women with The Esther Foundation. Helping young women to overcome life controlling struggles and issues relating from various concerns that may include substance abuse, family breakdown, depression or teenage pregnancy. It is the largest women's residential health program of its kind in Australia.
This week we talk to Andrew Carnell who is walking from Cairns to Stanthorpe to raise money and awareness for Bible literacy, they'll be holding public meetings in over 35 towns on their way, and making history too!
Campbell Newman is the Lord Mayor of Brisbane. Campbell and his wife Lisa share about the importance of their annual prayer breakfast, the Combined churches "Yes We Care" Program to reach out to the poor and for the first time publicly Campbell Newman shares about how his Christian values are his bedrock and his compass in life.
Georgian Banov pioneered the first ever rock n roll band in communist Bulgaria. After escaping the iron curtain, he became a Christian in the Jesus Movement during the 70's in the U.S. He then became the co-writer and co-producer of famous children classics such as Music Machine and Bullfrogs and Butterflies, which sold over 3.5 million copies worldwide and earned Grammy & Dove Awards.
Bruce Lindley is the regional director for Harvest International Ministries Australia. In 2004, Bruce lead "The Call", a national day of prayer and fasting at Homebush stadium, where over 6000 people gathered to pray for Australia. Hear Bruce’s passion to shake the nations of the Pacific Rim with the power of the Gospel.
Gordon Moore is the National director of C3 churches, he has authored numerous books and resources and holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Bible Theology (USA). Gordon's passion is to build strong local churches that are relevant and successfully reaching the unchurched.
Andrew Evans is the former leader of the Australian Christian Churches, and founder of the Family First Party. He was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2003. Hear how humble beginnings in India prepared Andrew for the amazing church growth he saw in Adelaide, and making history in the Australian political landscape.
Steve Janes is the founder of "Australia Prays" a combined churches movement to pray for our nation. Held at the Great Hall of Parliament House, Praying for our politicians, for marriages, for youth, for the social justice. Hear Steve’s passion for our nation to be transformed through God’s people praying!
Brian Medway leads Crosslink Christian Network, and is Pastor at Grace church Canberra. Brian talks about the political climate in Canberra, the house church movement in China, and the importance of prayer for our nation, our politicians and churches.
Mark Bilton is the CEO of Hagemeyer Australia, which has a $300M turnover. His company manages such brands as Blanco, JVC and Poloraid. Mark is also the founder of CalledtoBusiness.com, a social media enterprise that "encourages and equips Christian Business Leaders to be effective in the marketplace.
Troy Beer is the national director of destiny rescue, a movement that rescues children from prostitution and runs orphanages in SE Asia. He is also a finance wiz who shares the stage with Tony Robbins and Pat Mesiti! This is a must listen!
Mal Fletcher is an author, business leadership consultant, conference speaker, media commentator and broadcaster currently based in London. He's also the founder of Youth Alive and host of Edges.tv. Mal gives some insightful commentary on Australia's spiritual climate, and how the future might look for each one of us!
Brigadier Jim Wallace is the Managing Director of the Australian Christian Lobby and a Member of the Order of Australia for his services to counter-terrorism. Jim talks about his career in the SAS and the hottest issues in politics today.
Brother Yun is an exiled Chinese Christian house church leader, and an evangelist, well-known for his autobiography The Heavenly Man. Pastor Brian Medway speaks with Brother Yun about his ministry in China was with the underground house churches.
On this show I interview the Superintendent of a Christian hospital on the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan, he was taken captive by an extremist group. After being beaten and tortured he was miraculously released after 25 days. This story is a must listen!
Stephen Lungu is CEO of African Enterprise, he has the most amazing testimony from poverty and belonging to rebel gangs. He was saved at a crusade, carrying a bag of explosives, in which he planned to blow up the crusade. African Enterprise has projects happening in 10 different nations.
Ruth Thomas was my youth leader when I was 16! Now she the managing Director of World Hope Australia, a Christian based relief and development organization, seeking to bring hope and healing to a hurting world.
Andrew Fishtail Fisher Races around Australia in a V8 UTE with "Jesus – All about Life", emblazoned all over his car. He shares some great stories of how he reaches out on the circuit! He even got a mention on "Top Gear" the World’s number one TV show!
Belinda Tilley is the former CEO of Rhema FM Live Mt Gambier, and Media consultant. Belinda shares of her passion for radio and stories from her experiences in Zimbabwe.
Ross Buttenshaw is the National Director for Christians Against Poverty. Hear the story of how many Aussies are getting set free from debt and poverty through professional debt counselling, practical services and financial education.
Wendy Francis has been involved with Samaritan’s Purse, running nationally televised Christmas Carols, raising three kids, supporting her husband in pastoral work, and now she’s trying her hand at politics with her spare time.
Alan Cowburn tells his amazing story. It’s a journey from being an angry young man and a thrill-kill murderer to becoming a glorious trophy of God’s grace.
John Mellor is a well known Aussie Author, Speaker and Evangelist. Whilst featuring on TV on 'A Current Affair' John prayed for the reporters neck and he was healed instantly! Many more miracles and testimonies have been recorded on youtube and played all over the world!
Pete Malins is based at New Hope Church in Tokyo. After being raised in PNG and Brisbane, and now taking the Alpha course to Japan.
Arthur Blessitt is the man who carried the cross around the world in every nation and is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for the world's longest walk of over 38,102 miles, through 315 countries and major island groups over a span of 40 years with one mission! Arthur is now featured in the movie, "The Cross".
Pastor Siddique Paul (Formerly Muhammad Siddique) is a Genuine History maker! Recognised as the first official and Legal Conversion case in Islamic Pakistan. With deep insight in to the differences between Islam and Christianity, this is a must listen!
Mike Rayson is an Aussie Pastor and Singer/songwriter based in the U.S. Mike shares the tragic story of the death of his son and how his family has coped through this tough time.
Donna Tunley has a Passion to see kids saved out of the Sex trade. In this compelling interview, Donna shares the story of Destiny Rescue, an organisation that smuggles kids out of brothels and rehabilitates them in orphanages all over South East Asia.
Switchfoot are one of the hottest rock bands on the planet, the message behind their music is powerful and thought provoking. Switchfoot's bass player Tim Foreman shares some great stories about the history of the band and their passion to help the poor.
Bob Mendelsohn is the leader of Jews for Jesus an organisation of Jewish people who believe that Jesus is the Messiah and Saviour of the world. Bob answers some tough questions on some controversial subjects, well worth a listen.
Transparent is a young rapper from the U.S. with a great future ahead of him! Hear his story of how a few bad choices, which lead him down the wrong path, then when he came to Christ, he's now making history wherever God opens doors!
She's Sung on Oprah, sung for Bill Clinton, George Bush and Rick Joyner, now award winning Gospel singer Freda Mitchell shares her life story and the heart behind her music. Her live Accapella version of Amazing grace will send shivers down your spine!
Brad Reed Youth pastor at one of America's most Influential churches, "The L.A. Dream centre" This church bought a hospital and now reaches out to thousands every day with many rehab and feeding programs. The crime rate has dropped 73% in their area as a result of their outreach. Brad has now launched out and planted the New York Dream centre.
Trevor Chandler is a Pastor, author and speaker and one of the founding fathers of modern Christian ministry in Australia. After losing his wife a few years ago, he has slowed down a little, but still speaks with the passion of a teenager! Hear Trevor's insights and lessons he's learned in over 50 years of ministry, and his views on the days to come.
Larry the Cucumber is well-known for his adventures with Bob the Tomato and the Veggie tales gang. Communicating timeless truths through Animation, movies, TV, music, books the Veggie tales are known worldwide! Hear Matt Prater speak to Larry the Cucumber, with help from a world 1st exclusive guest host, Matt's 4 year old son Joshua!
Kevin Mad Dog Mudford is a tattoo covered bikie who's been travelling the world speaking at outreaches and events for over 20 years. In 2008 he was speaking at an alcoholics anonymous meeting, when a mentally unstable guy smashed him on the head with a brick. He nearly died. Hear Mad Dogs story of healing and getting back on the road.
Mr Chun is an amazing evangelist from Heartland Church Cambodia. After being imprisoned during the Khmer Rouge regime in the late 70's Mr Chun shares how urgent and life-changing the gospel message is!
At the age of 21 Jessica Neale had been with Youth with a Mission Cambodia for 2 years. Her amazing heart to reach the Cambodian people saturates this interview, listen out for the amazing miracles she's encountered!
Channa Touch is Senior Pastor of Heartland Community Church in Cambodia. Hear his story of conversion from Buddhism to Christianity and his dream to see churches planted and his nation healed after being torn apart from Communism.
Channa Touch is Senior Pastor of Heartland Community Church in Cambodia. Hear his story of conversion from Buddhism to Christianity and his dream to see churches planted and his nation healed after being torn apart from Communism.
Sam Childers is a former Hells angel gang biker who now dedicates his life and resources to rescue children in the war zone of Sudan. Childers and his wife Lynn founded and operate Angels of East Africa, the Children's Village Orphanage in Sudan, where they currently have more than 300 children in their care.
Matt Prater has worked in Radio for over 15 years, working as an announcer, in sales, training staff and copywriting. He has also been a youth pastor, DJ, a Children's entertainer. Matt is currently the Pastor of New Hope Brisbane a church plant from New Hope Oahu Hawaii where Wayne Cordeiro is the Senior Pastor. Matt has recently been to Cambodia on a mission trip this is some of his story from that trip. More than anything Matt is passionate about sharing his faith with business people, students, churches and anyone who'll listen.
Steve Grace is one of the legends of Christian Music in Australia, he started out driving trucks and singing in pubs. He's been travelling throughout Australia, and all over the world for years. Steve shares the heart behind his ministry and his passion to share the good news.
John Maxwell is an internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and author who has sold over 16 million books. He's trained more than 2 million leaders worldwide. A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Business Week best-selling author, Maxwell was named the World's Top Leadership Guru recently. This interview shares his stories and triumphs, you'll be inspired!
John Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division, leading the team that creates and produces more than a dozen different audio programs. These features are syndicated on thousands of radio affiliates worldwide and many are available online at focusonthefamily.com. Since 2001, John has been the co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program, joining Dr. Dobson in the studio for the broadcast, which reaches millions of global listeners each week.
Johnny Lee Clary former leader of the Klu Klux Klan & Professional Wrestler who is now a Civil Right Speaker and International Preacher. Life is full of journeys but rarely do any of us travel as far as Johnny Lee Clary. His journey from a world of hate to one of tolerance has been remarkable indeed.
Starting her career at the age of 14, Bethany Dillon was dubbed the future of Christian music, now after 4 albums, getting married and a mission trip to India, she shares her heart in this inspiring interview.
Col Stringer is well known as Pastor Crocodile Dundee. He's won a Swedish Gold Medal for a world record shark capture, had Sir Cliff Richard sing at his church and written over 30 books! Col is a real Aussie History maker!
Grammy award winning band Jars of Clay have had songs on TV shows like Eli Stone, House and Bones. They've had a flood of hits, lot's of crazy times, some say that their music flows like liquid. In this interview keyboardist Charlie Lowell shares the heart behind the band and their passion to raise awareness and money for the poverty and AIDS stricken parts of Africa.
Robert Dunn is the CEO of Opportunity International Australia, which provides small-business loans to the poor, giving them a working chance out of poverty. After working for Patrick Corporation and Price Waterhouse Coopers, he felt called to leave the corporate world and work in this ministry and is now seeing many lives changed!
Shane Willard is a U.S. based author and speaker. He has been mentored by a messianic Jew and has amazing insight into the Jewish language of the Bible.
Roy Fields was raised by a single mum and as an 11 year old he had a dream in his heart to lead worship and impact the world. In 2008, he lead worship in Lakeland, Florida to a TV and internet audience of over 100 million. In this interview, Roy shares his passion for living in the presence of God.
Steve Cioccolanti is a pastor and author of the book "From Buddha to Jesus" which has been translated into Chinese, French, Indonesian, Japanese and Thai. After being raised in a family of Buddhists, Catholics, Muslims and Methodists, he came to a point in his life where life didn't make sense. Then an encounter with Jesus transformed Steve into a history maker.
Dave Hodgson is the CEO of the Paladin Group, a group of 24 companies based in Queensland. After years in the Rhodesian army, and running away from God, Reinhard Bonnke called him out at a crusade and Dave gave his life to Christ. He now uses many of the company profits to support Christian ministry, this is a great story of destiny and triumph!
Pastor and author Shirley Baskett is known as 'The Woman Who Outran the Devil'. Straight after bible college she found herself torn between the world of sex, violence and alcohol, and was living in the gay scene. Contemplating suicide, she offered up one last, unhopeful prayer. It was answered. She began to grow in faith. Then she met Peter... This powerful account of a life utterly changed will prove an encouragement to all who have lost hope. She now reaches out to offer hope to others with Exodus Asia Pacific.
David Bussau is the founder of Opportunity International. A ministry which offers Small Business loans to the poor with incredible success, offering a hand up, not a hand out. He was voted Senior Australian of the year in 2008, which is a historymaking accomplishment after being raised in an orphanage.
Mike Jeffs is the CEO and founder of Network Communications and the Australian Christian channel. An Amazing story of dreams coming true.
Roy Fields was raised by a single mum and as an 11 year old he had a dream in his heart to lead worship and impact the world. In 2008, he lead worship in Lakeland, Florida to a TV and internet audience of over 100 million. In this interview, Roy shares his passion for living in the presence of God.
Peter Kentley is the CEO of marketplace connections, an organisation committed to encouraging Christians to be historymakers in their workplace.
At the age of 19 Jim Drown was homeless, had leukaemia and decided to end his life with a gunshot to the head. After a series of miraculous circumstances, Jim found his way to God. Now Jim travels to countries all over the world sharing the saving and healing message of the Gospel.
Brian is a best selling author, pastor and speaker on the topic of "Generosity". He has some of the best financial advice around!
Franz Cronje (Pronounced Fruns Cron-yay) is the Brother of South African Cricket legend Hansie Cronje (pronounced Hunsie Cron-yay) He talks about his brother's faith in God and the scandals and stories that surrounded his cricketing career and his tragic death.
Geoffrey Bullock is the QLD State officer for Family voice Australia. He is passionate about promoting family values in the political arena, in this interview we tackle the topic of the Australian Abortion laws.
Michelle Perry was told she mightn't live past the age of 12, after 23 operations and living with only one leg, she has survived and now runs an orphanage and mission in Sudan with Iris ministries, this is a powerful testimony of overcoming the odds!
Adrian Rowse is the director of Roundabout ministries. He talks candidly about sexual issues with young people all over Australia and gives great advice in this interview about dealing well with sexual addictions.
Mark Kenway is a Brisbane based author and businessman who has survived through many trials in business, Mark shares his story of making it through when times are tough.
John Bevere is one of the most inspiring Biblical communicators on the planet. In this powerful interview, John shares how the message on his heart for Australia is all about honour and about the real meaning of Grace.
John Bevere is one of the most inspiring Biblical communicators on the planet. In this powerful interview, John shares how the message on his heart for Australia is all about honour and about the real meaning of Grace.
Citipointe Church Brisbane is one of Australia's most thriving churches, and their music is well known all over the world. You can hear the heart behind the band as they share what God is doing in their lives.
Our guest host Robbo from the Vision radio network chats to Alison Shreeve, Ranked No.1 in the world in Formula Windsurfing, and the current and four-time World Champion. She is a woman of strong conviction when it comes to her Christian faith.
David is the drummer for Christian Rock band, Third Day. They’ve won Grammy awards, sold millions of Albums worldwide, now you can hear the heart and passion behind the band in this revealing interview.
Rhonda is from "Christians against poverty", a charity that is releasing Australians from debt and poverty through professional debt counselling, practical services and financial education. CAP will help anyone who is facing hardship as a result of financial difficulty and all of CAP’s services are provided free of charge.
Brian is a best selling author, pastor and speaker on the topic of "Generosity". He has some of the best financial advice around!
In this show Matt Prater and Wes Leake talk to Craig and Jeanette Alexander about how an average aussie family can balance their budget, save a bit and teach their children about money at the same time.
David is a financial counselor with lifeline Australia, David shares some down to earth insights on how to survive a financial crisis.
Wes is the CEO of Business Blessings, an organization that provides support to businesses with prayer , teaching, training, and networking. If you need some good spiritual and financial advice, this interview is for you!
Mal has pioneered a strong cell based youth congregation within the context of an average sized Aussie Church. Mal provides consultation, coaching and mentoring for youth pastors and leaders throughout Australia and has worked with youth in Detention Centres and Employment Training programs for many years.
Jim is a Pastor at Peninsula City Church in Victoria. A church that’s doubled in numbers through running the Alpha course regularly, they also reach out to Drug addicts and single mums through some awesome programs, listen in and be inspired!
Justin is a Christian Entrepreneur and Activational speaker, well known for the 'Attitude' Brand of clothing.
Jim Wallace is a former SAS commando who now leads the Australian Christian Lobby in Canberra. Jim is a great Aussie bloke, who shares some great history making stories.
Ryan is the Son of James Dobson from Focus on the family, he is a passionate communicator of truth and runs an awesome youth outreach to skaters.
Mac is a former motorcycle gang member and outlaw, who now runs one of the most successful rehab centres in the U.S.
Duncan is an Olympic Gold Medalist Swimmer and World record holder. He is now a motivational speaker, and openly shares about his faith in Christ.
Phil McCallum has a heart for church-planting and seeing leaders thrive in their environment. Phil shares some inspiring stories about what God has been doing in his life.
Dave Barr is Senior Pastor of New Hope Windward in Hawaii. They hire out a cinema complex and have over a thousand people streaming through each week. Hear Dave’s story of church growth and their exciting prison ministry.
Patrick is a US rapper who has turned from a life of drugs, crime and prison to reaching young people with a message of hope.
Tim Hall is a brilliant communicator who travels the world preaching a message of revival. Here Tim’s amazing story of life change from being an alcoholic High School teacher to becoming a history maker.
Graham is a UK Singer/Songwriter, well-known for songs like Shine Jesus Shine and the Servant King, Graham shares his passion for Jesus in this inspiring interview.
Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke is known for his Great Gospel Crusades throughout the continent of Africa. The son of a pastor, Reinhard gave his life to the Lord at age nine, and heard the call to the African mission field before he was even a teenager. Matt catches up with Reinhard at the PlanetShakers Conference in Brisbane.
When former lawyer Nicky Gumbel took over the Alpha course, it was a central feature of the church's life. It was while leading his second Alpha course that Nicky realised how this simple course could also appeal to non-churchgoers and he adapted the course to give it the kind of feel that would suit this group.
Ken Wales is the producer of "Amazing Grace" the movie, one of the most powerful movies I’ve ever seen! This movie reminded me that "God doesn’t call the equipped, he equips the called!"
Roy is the head of Prison Ministry at New Hope Church in Hawaii. After surviving a $1000 a day drug habit addicted to 'Ice' and coming to Christ in Prison, Roy shares his story of how his 'scars' have turned into 'stars'.
James Morrison is one of the best trumpet players God put breath into, he also plays trombone, euphonium, flugel horn, tuba, saxophones, and piano and his foundation in life is his relationship with God, you’ve got to check out his story!
Phil is an ABC radio journalist, author and PR consultant. This is a powerful interview with a media man with a heart after God.
Tony is a business consultant who used to be the General Manager for Harvey Norman Australia, one of Australia's most successful companies. After reading the Bible a few years ago, his life has taken a very different course.
After his brother died from a snake bite at an early age, Pastor Josh Moyo started his search for God. Hear his story of planting churches in Africa and now Perth, you will be inspired by his passion!
Chris is a magician and stand up comedian and works full time as an entertainer, presenting his various shows (comedy, magic, motivational, gospel) all around Australia to schools, churches, stage shows. Chris is also the magician on Australia's #1 Kids Show, "Toasted TV" on Channel 10. Listen to his awesome story how he beat OCD.
Mel Gibson's movie "The Passion of the Christ" is one of the most powerful, life-changing, history making movies ever. Hear what Mel has to say about how making the movie changed him on the “Passion of the Christ” radio special.
An amazing interview with the Co-founder of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), an ever-expanding global "family of ministries", born in 1960, which has reached into every nation.
lead singer of U2, Bono is one of the world’s most famous singers, but he uses his fame to mobilize people to reach out to the poor. Bill Hybells talks to Bono about his faith, his music and his passion for the poor.
First ever Australian Idol, former singer for Planetshakers and Youth Alive, and Christian Role Model in the music industry.
Chuck Girard is one of the 1st Christian Music Artists and former member of the Jesus Movement's group Love Song. After years of psychedelic drugs and eastern religion, Chuck's search for God ended in 1970 when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord.
Indigenous Didgeridoo player who's played all over the world, find out Adrian's understanding of creation from an Aboriginal perspective.
Author of a great book called "Taking our cities for God", leader of Youth with a mission, a kiwi with a lot of great stuff to say!
Phil Gray has been making history in Christian radio for a number of years. Phil shares about his mission adventures and heart for the Gospel.
Natalie Miller is a full-time itinerant minister specialising in children and family ministry. She has been a ventriloquist for over 20 years and with her unique brand of humour and puppets she presents fantastic Gospel messages which are funny but also have a solid message weaved throughout.
A powerful interview about a dramatic conversion. After releasing 18 albums and travelling the world hear Randy share his insights on this great big stupid world.
CEO of The Coffee Club Group (160 restaurants and expanding rapidly throughout Australia & Internationally) - an inspiring story climbing to the top of the corporate world, while remembering his purpose for being on this planet.
Rob is a purpose driven man. With a heart for Christian radio, politics, and business, Rob shares his story of success.
Rauna runs the community care ministry at New Hope Oahu, reaching out to the poor and the homeless.
CEO of Gloria Jeans Coffees. Peter Shares some insights into how God blessed their business after disaster had struck.
One of Australia's best singer/songwriters. Paul shares about life on the road, and his heart to perform for an audience of One.
One of Australia's foremost entertainers. Marina shares how at the height of her career, her faith in Jesus has been her strength.
Elwin is the Lead Pastor at New Hope Oahu. Formerly a judge, Elwin shares his story how he became a Christian, and the pain of divorce.
Darlene has been a worship leader at Hillsong church for many years. Well known for writing songs like "Shout to the Lord" She shares her heart for worship.
Ashley has been GM of a number of Car dealerships, here he shares his testimony of coming to Christ through the Alpha course.
In 2004, Shaun retired from Professional AFL after 3 winning seasons with the Brisbane Lions. Shaun was also awarded the Norm Smith medal for best player on the field in the 2001 Grand Final. Here Shaun's inspiring story, and his message to young people about Making Cool choices in Life.
Grammy award winning Australian International superstar, who grew up in Melbourne and Brisbane, hear her inspiring story of success and her stance on abstinence and her love for the Chronicles of Narnia.
Ross is the breakfast announcer on Brisbane’s Newstalk 4BC. He is also the winner of numerous awards for writing creative commercials with his advertising agency. Here Ross’s story of he found faith and the importance of loving your family in the middle of life’s success.
Wayne is the Senior Pastor at New Hope Oahu, a church with over 15,000 attendees. Apart from being a funny guy, his insights on leadership and "doing" church as a team are very powerful.
CEO of World Vision. We talk about Australia’s response to the Tsunami disaster, and why he hasn’t re-entered politics… yet.
Reggie Dabbs travels Australia speaking hope to young people at Planetshakers and Youth Alive events. Young people have to hear this one!!!
Nick is 22 years old. He was born with no arms and no legs. He speaks regularly at High schools, concerts, and churches about living life without limits. Here Nick’s story of Overcoming the odds to succeed.
Bronwen Healy started her own freedom journey out of drug addiction and prostitution in 1999 and after authoring her first book "Trophy of grace", in 2004 she decided to use her past to help change other peoples futures. She is the founder and CEO of the Hope Foundation, established in 2006. Bronwen is an author, speaker, encourager and pioneer.
Colin is the winner of seven country music golden guitar awards, and host of shows like Playschool and Playhouse Disney. He’s also released several Christian kids cds and dvds. This is a fun interview with a great Aussie Historymaker.
Former deputy Prime Minister of Australia. An insightful interview with a man who lead the national party, with a strong conviction about his beliefs.
Peter Furler started his band the Newsboys in a garage on the Sunshine coast, now they are at the top of the Christian music scene.
Senior Pastor from Willow Creek Community Church, one of the most creative and influential Pastors in the U.S.
CEO and founder of Network Communications and the Australian Christian channel. Amazing story of dreams coming true.
One of the most intelligent speakers and authors I have ever come across. This one will blow your mind, listen in!