Life Issues: Recent Episodes
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On Life Issues we talk about the topics that affect our personal lives and our world - even the difficult topics, because we believe that our faith and our God have something to say on everything that touches us.
New episodes available every Monday.
Sooner or later we all face storms in life that take us off guard and threaten to overwhelm us. But isn't going to church and personal prayer enough to see us through as Christians? In this week’s Life Issues Dr Rob Waller emphasises the value of counselling and gives practical advice for seeking support.
Whether we think it’s a good thing or not, ‘cancel culture’ is fast gaining momentum. Join Paul and Lois for this week’s Life Issues as they discuss what it is, what the dangers are and if people of faith should be concerned about its increasing influence.
Lois McLatchie is a Communications Officer at ADF UK.
Are you inclined to shy away from reaching out to Muslims with the gospel? This week Andy Bannister from the Solas Centre for Public Christianity shares his perspective on the importance of building bridges with our Muslim neighbours and how we can be better equipped to show the love, grace, power and truth of ‘Isa’ to the Muslims who live and work alongside us.
Jesus lived, died and rose from the dead, and He gathered to Himself disciples. The Bible makes it clear that they were far from perfect. They struggled to see God’s plan, they struggled with fear and pride and they struggled to step up. But then they turned a corner and found a new direction. They went from fearful to bold, from confused to clear, from weak to strong. So what changed? And what if we could do the same?
Paul speaks to author Paul Martin.
Ever considered what it would have been like to witness the events of the passion narrative? In this week’s Life Issues you’ll have a chance to do just that as Dr Andrew Ollerton takes us back in time to reflect on the reality of the Easter story as experienced by Jesus’ disciples.
Another chance to hear this Life Issues from Easter 2021.
Interested in finding out how Jesus fulfils the Old Testament scriptures? Listen to this fascinating discussion about the connections between the Passover meal and the Easter Story, from Jesus the Lamb of God to the Last Supper.
Gardening – it’s is one of the nation’s favourite hobbies. But are we overlooking the spiritual insight it offers? Richard Littledale took up 'project garden' to help combat the loneliness of bereavement, only to find that the physical transformation of his garden mirrored a real change in himself too.
Hear how he discovered more of God through his perspective as an ‘under gardener’ in this conversation with Vicky Gibbens.
Is it true some people express their worship every Saturday at the football or is it exclusively something for God?
And what exactly do we mean by worship? Is it innate or intentional? And is it true that just like football, worship can bring us together, whatever our age?
In this week's Life Issues Helen Price spoke with Nick and Becky Drake.
How often do we pause to consider the gender-specific sufferings of Christians facing persecution around the world? Emma Dipper provides us with the opportunity to do just that in this episode of Life Issues.
It can increasingly feel as if we are living in a society that has moved on from Christianity – either deeming it irrelevant or responsible for doing more harm than good. In this Life Issues, Sharon James encourages us to take confidence from and maybe shout about the way Christianity has changed the world, and share a Gospel that is and has always been a force for good.
We know that faith is a personal choice & response, but how can Christian parents best teach their children in the way that they should go so they will not depart from it? Andy Frost, Director of Share Jesus International, shares from his own experience of being a Dad.
The last couple of years have given society a bit of a wakeup call when it comes to valuing and appreciating our emergency services. On Life Issues this week, we’re asking about the unseen parts of the job, why emergency workers make the sacrifices they do, and how we can pray for those who man the front line of crisis in our nation.
Paul Hammond is joined by Marie Reavey from Christian Police Association National Chair and Fr Andrew Wragg, Lead Chaplain in Staffordshire Fire and Rescue.
A lot of people are worried about AIs, bots that learn our behaviour, algorithms that spot patterns and all the little machines that serve them. But what if a bigger issue is how we can upgrade our “feeble flesh” enhancements that don’t just improve prosthetics but could take us beyond “life as we know it”? How might that affect society, social justice, faith? Where would our spirit reside if we took on an artificial form?
Dr Calum MacKellar explores the implications of technological developments which are bringing us ever closer to living in a transhuman world. Are we headed for a Cyborg future? Find out by tuning in to this episode of Life Issues.
What is prayer, why do so many of us struggle with it, why do our well-meant commitments to launch out into the deep of a life built on & filled with prayer founder on the rocks of distraction, discouragement & even despair? And when it comes to listening to God and hearing His answers - how do we know when we’re hearing from the one who made or when it’s ‘just us’?
Amy Boucher Pye takes on all these questions and more in this episode of Life Issues.
What side should a Christian take in the debate on assisted suicide? The desire to alleviate suffering at the end of life is certainly a Christian instinct, but does the end justify the means?
In this episode of Life Issues James Mildred seeks to bring some much-needed clarity to this ethical quandary.
Three million girls across the world are at risk of female genital mutilation (FGM) every year. Ann-Marie Wilson has dedicated her life to ending this cruel practice and shares with Vicky the challenges still to overcome and the hope she has for the future.
How tough is the road to rehabilitation and what difference can prison workers make to those on this journey? Governor Nicola Marfleet shares her insight on these issues as she discusses what life is like behind bars.
How can we better respond to parents struggling with the diagnosis of a life limiting condition for their baby or for those who are bereaved of a new child?
Karen and Gordon Palmer share their emotional journey of losing baby Jennifer and provide guidance on how Christians can better support those struggling with this same heartbreak.
Martin Luther King Jnr, the black American Civil Rights Leader of the 20th Century famously spoke of black boys and girls holding hands with white boys and girls as brothers and sisters. So why in the next century does this still remain a dream for so many?
In this Life Issues, we’ll be focusing on the subject of Racism and what we as Christians can do to make the dream a reality in our own lives, church and wider society. Paul Hammond will be joined by Chine McDonald, Author of 'God Is Not A White Man' and Dr Krish Kandiah.
Ever notice how Doubt gets a bad press in Christianity? Always seen as a negative & dangerous, but what if doubt is not always the evil pitfall, but is sometimes the compost from which the green shoots of faith can spring? What if the danger is not that we doubt, but that we deny doubt, pretend that it does not exist & so do not handle it well what if that is the real issue & the real pitfall.
Brian McLaren is author of ‘Faith after Doubt - Why Your Beliefs Stopped Working and What to Do About It’
In a second Life Issues dedicated to the theme of ‘Immanuel – God with us’ Martin Ayres unpacks the profound reality of what the promise of God’s presence means for every-day life.
God’s presence with his people has looked different at different points in history. In this episode of Life Issues Dr Jon Andrews takes us on a fascinating journey to explore these different manifestations in celebration of our 2021 Christmas theme ‘Immanuel-God with us in our everyday life’.
How do we respond to those who think Christmas is a fairy tale with all the talk of angels, a virgin birth and God sending his son to live among us?
Vicky Gibbens is joined by apologist and author of numerous books, Rebecca McLaughlin.
During Advent, how can we get back to the truth at the heart of Christmas?
Tony Watkins unwraps some of the misconceptions around the Christmas story and encourages a rethink of our traditional festivities to help focus our minds on the real reason for the season.
What does it mean to have a sense of duty and is it a concept which still has relevance for today? Kate Forbes, the Scottish Parliament’s Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy shares why her conviction on Christian responsibility has compelled her to count the cost and step forward into the political arena.
What factors make a young person susceptible to leading a life of violence? And what does it take for them to choose a better path instead? Claud Jackson addresses these questions with his own personal insights and powerfully testifies to how a loving God can redeem broken lives in this episode of Life Issues.
According to the NHS 1 in 4 adults are struggling with obesity. It might seem an uncomfortable subject to address, but given the command we have to love our neighbours, is there a role for Christians to better support those around them living with obesity?
Mark Daly joins Vicky to share his professional expertise on the subject.
Throughout history the message of the church to single people about sex has been clear, just say no. But is it that easy when the need for intimacy is such a powerful driver? Is it enough to be told don’t do? Or does the human heart need a better reason? After all we live in a world where, even in church, celibacy is seen as a bit anachronistic, so how do we stay true to God’s call?
Kat Harris, author of Sexless in the City, joins Paul Hammond on Life Issues.
Our news is often saturated with stories of hostilities across a divided world. We may even ask ourselves if there can be any hope for peace in these days? In this episode of Life Issues Dan Morrice encourages us with unreported and inspirational tales of peacemakers around the globe to spur us on in our own efforts to be people of peace.
How do you restore a marriage? There are some regular suggestions as to how might approach that, talking things through, counselling, maybe even some time apart. You don’t often see the suggestion of a 320 mile backpacking pilgrimage across France as a route back to happiness. I mean, life’s hard enough when your marriage is in tatters without adding blisters in, but if you believe in marriage, believe in trying to fix not abandon that which is broken & believe in God’s calling on your lives as a couple. Maybe it’s not so strange
We know that faith is a personal choice & response, but how can Christian parents best teach their children in the way that they should go so they will not depart from it? Andy Frost, Director of Share Jesus International, shares from his own experience of being a Dad.
We live in a world that revolves around people pleasing, but how does it impact on our ability to please God? Andy and Cath Taylor join Paul to consider why we people please and how we can avoid living for the approval of man.
University is a time of unique challenges and opportunities for the young believer. Lizzie Fry is on a mission in this episode of Life Issues to encourage Christian students to make the most of it, sharing advice from her own experience of navigating university life.
Fake news is a hot topic in our media saturated world. How good are we as Christians at knowing fact from fiction?
Paul Woolley joins Paul to discuss the importance of discerning ‘the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth’.
Feeling apathetic about doing church in the real world again?
Rachel Jordan-Wolf from Hope Together shares her enthusiasm for church and encourages us to recommit to showing up and getting involved in fellowship and service.
Everyone - or almost everyone - has doubts. Not everyone admits them. In his book Faith After Doubt, Brian McLaren says that it's not doubts themselves that hurt our faith, but pretending we don't have them. In other words, hiding, denying, and pretending we don't have doubts creates a kind of dishonesty that is spiritually harmful.
Paul Hammond explores this with Brian McLaren - Author, Speaker, Activist, and Theologian.
Some people think that if you are following God’s plan for your life all will be blessing and good, so what happens when it isn’t? How do you restore a calling when tragedy strikes. Paul speaks to Ronan Walker.
How can the courageous women who took risks to challenge their patriarchal world in Biblical times inspire action today?
Vicky Gibbens talks to Elaine Storkey, renowned philosopher, sociologist and theologian who has been a passionate advocate of justice and gender issues for 30 years, including 28 years on the General Synod for the Church of England.
Pete Greig joins Paul to discuss unanswered prayer.
Pete is a well-known name in British Christendom. He has challenged a couple of generations now to think again about the power of prayer to change the reality in which we live and has written, taught and preached prodigiously over the last 20 or so years. What is less well known, is that during all that time he and his family have carried a reality that shows the truth of the mystery of prayer that often its strongest advocates carry experiences of unanswered prayer that shape and mould a life and ministry that releases others from hardship while they have to endure, or worse those that they love have to endure.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to leave your home, family, friends and career and start all over again in a new country? Maybe you have first hand experience of this? For some it’s a choice, for many others, circumstances force them to turn their back on all they’ve ever known to seek refuge elsewhere.
Dr Anne Therese Gallagher, Director – General of the Commonwealth Foundation and President of the International Catholic Migration Commission and Adam Baker, Director of Refugee Roots join Paul on this week's Life Issues.
What is a miracle? Do miracles still happen today? How do we know a real miracle? Do we need to protect the church from falsehood? How do we access a miracle? What do we say to those who are still waiting for their miracle?
Author, Faculty Member of Crosslands Training and Elder at Grace Church Boroughbridge Dr. Tim Chester joins Paul to discuss all of these issues.
Covid 19 claims over 128,000 lives in the UK and there is a justifiable outcry, but in England & Wales there were over 200,000 abortions in 2019 so how should we react to that? What is the Christian, the biblical perspective & how do we communicate it in a way that stands for truth but shows compassion & love?
Alister McGrath, Professor of Science and Religion at Oxford University, Author of Through a Glass Darkly: Journeys through Science, Faith and Doubt.
What makes a meaningful encounter when there are more than 7.9 billion of us in the world? What connects us to one another & God? Bishop Rachel wants to help us make new discoveries & connections in our own adventure with the ‘God of relationship’ as she shares her personal story.
The Right Reverend Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester, joins Vicky Gibbens.
Being a dad and grandad is one of the greatest joys in life. What a privilege to carry that role of influence into a child’s life. But it’s also fair to say that for many dads, when sons are grown, those “daddy” years when they were little are the source of a few regrets; things we wish we’d done, time we wish we’d taken, pressures we let get the better of us.
This week on Life Issues we’re talking about dads and the role of father and how that ties in to the idea of manhood and the importance of good understanding of the role – for us, for our children and for a society that seems to struggle with identity and where boys need guidance.
Paul spoke with Nathan Blackaby, CEO, Christian Vision for Men and Jon Stockley, Director for CVM Cymru.
To be a grandparent is a special thing and not to be taken lightly. It’s a position of privilege, so how do you be the Granny & Grandad that your children, as well as your grandchildren, need you to be?
Katharine Hill, UK Director of Care for the Family and co-author of “the little book for really really brilliant grandparents”, joins Paul on this week's Life Issues.
Blended families - they’re not new but they are increasingly familiar. So how do you make a positive future out of something that may have been birthed from a negative experience? We may not get a “Happy ever after” but can we at least avoid the fairy tale stereotype?
Paul Hammond spoke to Kat Seney-Williams, Single Parent Support Coordinator at Care for the Family, and author of the book Surviving and Thriving on the Single Parent Journey.
When Paul said “Now to the unmarried and the widows I say: It is good for them to stay unmarried, as I do.” (1 Corinthians 7 v 8), he held up singleness up as something to aspire to and marriage as something to embrace if you cannot walk the higher way. Of course it’s not that easy. Throughout history, around the world, society has emphasised the relationship, esteemed marriage and family above singleness, not least because the desire to connect is a real element of human nature and there is that thought from Genesis that it is “not good for man to be alone.” But increasingly, even though attitude to marriage has changed for many, we live in a world where single people are made to feel strange, guilty or failures because they are not in a relationship and perhaps that’s even more the case within the church community. So what message does the bible bring to this, how should we, if we are single, view ourselves and how should we, if we are in a relationship, esteem our single brothers and sisters?
Paul asked Jennie Pollock, Speaker, Editor, Blogger and Author of a new book “If Only”.
We know that the bible teaches the immutability of God’s goodness, kindness and grace. But what about when things go wrong – when the world rebels and volcanoes spew death and destruction, tsunamis wash lives away, drought and famine drain the life force from children or a terrorist’s ideology explodes in our midst and shatters lives. Where does God’s goodness sit then? Is it possible to better understand this? And how can science and faith offer hope and insight, save lives, and reveal God’s goodness?
This is the incredibly complex and thought-provoking subject that Paul Hammond discusses with Robert White and Roger Abbott, Authors of ‘What Good is God? Crises, Faith and Resilience’
With lives devastated, crime inexorably linked to it, families torn apart & whole communities undermined the war on drugs isn't working. Is it time to change the way we deal with it? What can we do as a society? What should we say as people of faith? And what is the answer to the call to legalise?
Paul Hammond talks to Penny Williams of the Kenward Trust and Ciaran Kelly of The Christian Institute.
In the week that we remember and mark the death of Jesus, and after a year in which so many have been touched by bereavement and in which death has been something we could not hold at arm’s length, what have we as Christians to say on this, what hope and balance have we to bring, and how do we bless those who mourn by bringing them comfort?
Paul is joined by Eryl Davies and Yvonne Richmond Tulloch in this week's Life Issues.
When big business tells us they are going to run their own “fair trade” initiative, do we trust it will be really fair? What is the future for Fair Trade?
Joe Osman, Fair Trade Pioneer & Author of Traidcraft joins Paul Hammond on this week's Life Issues.
Ever wondered what makes us who we are? Sheridan Voysey talks to Vicky about exploring our identity when life doesn't go as we expected. Listen now and be encouraged to root your life in Jesus.
Vicky Gibbens speaks to Leroy Logan MBE, British author known for his significant contributions to policing in the United Kingdom. He was both a founding member of the Black Police Association and its chair for 30 years. He left the Metropolitan Police at the rank of superintendent having been involved in the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry, the inquiry into the killing of Damilola Taylor and the organisation of the London 2012 Olympics.
In 2020, Logan released his first book ‘Closing Ranks, My Life as a Cop’ which detailed his time as a senior police officer in London. In the winter of the 2020, a programme called Small Axe was aired on British television. Part three of the five part series, which dramatised Logan's time in the police service, aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom and Amazon Prime in the United States. Logan was played by the renowned actor John Boyega.
Dr Sue Protheroe, Clinical Mental Health Lead for Lincolnshire West NHS and Dr Simon Fenner, a Consultant Anaesthetist in the West Midlands
We clapped them, we were grateful for them during Covid but does society really value & understand the depth of commitment & sacrifice that comes from our nurses? Maybe it’s time we should
Ever wonder what a monastic life looks like? Learn more with His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos (Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London) and Revd. Rachel Bennetts of the Tree of Life community.
Ever wondered what heaven is like? Listen to this fascinating interview with author David Oliver as he shares his story about how he started researching and reflecting on the theology and reality of heaven after his son passed away. Be reminded and comforted by God's promise of eternal life.
Why do some churches grow & others not? Why is it that you can labour in your community, pray in your community, be faithful in the word & it seems to go nowhere? If Covid really has created a greater openness to conversations about faith, maybe we have to examine why some places are open & the ground is soft when the seed is sown, while others…….
You know how it’s sometimes hard to get people to see where they have done you wrong? Could we all learn from a prison project?
What is God's view of ageing and how does that help older adults living through a pandemic? The Reverend Canon Ian Knox, Author of 'Finishing Well' and the CEO of Faith in Later Life, Carl Knightly join Vicky.
What is love? Listen to this engaging conversation with David Bennett about how his decision to live as a celibate Gay man prompted him to reflect on the true nature of love and how we can all respond to society's obsession with physical love with the true love that Jesus has for the Church.
Covid19…a lot of us are very worried about the long term effect this disease is going to have on society, but what about countries already struggling, racked by disease, poverty & health systems that are sorely lacking - not least because of the temptation for Drs to go and work in the affluent industrialised North? What’s it really like there? Mercy Ships have been working in this area for 25 years, so we asked them.
Finding it hard to forgive someone? Listen to the incredible story of Maureen Greaves as she talks about the process of forgiving the people who murdered her husband. Listen now and be encouraged that God will help you forgive others.
Ever wondered how to share the Christian faith with people of other religions? Listen to this insightful interview with Joseph Steinberg, CEO of Christian Witness to Israel for practical tips on how to share your faith with respect and godly truth.
Looking to understand where God is in the coronavirus pandemic? Listen to this interesting interview with Rvd Dr. John Andrews as he talks to Paul Hammond about why God allows suffering and how God brings hope into the coronavirus pandemic.
Do you think Mike Pilavachi ever regrets letting Matt Redman, Tim Hughes or Ben Cantelon move on from Soul Survivour? How do you prepare the next generation for all God has for them & how do you know when to let go of the reins?
If God is Trinity, does that mean we follow 1 God or 3? What does the Bible Say? And does it really make a difference to how I live my life?
The Rev Dr Sally Mann - Spokesperson for Red Letter Christians, also a Baptist Minister in East London & a Lecturer in Sociology
Looking to encourage your church to be more authentic about life and faith? Listen to this powerful conversation with Jon Brown about how the church can get real and find relevance to bring Jesus into people's lives.
When God made the heavens & earth, one of the 1st things the Bible tells us He did was plant a garden for people to inhabit & for Him to meet them there. So what does God intend for our greenspaces & should we meet Him there more often?
It’s marriage week, but is marriage really relevant in 2020, it’s just a bit of a throwback isn’t? Do we really need a ceremony to show we are committed?
What are you afraid of? Is fear ever a good thing? How do we escape the debilitating effects of it & what does it really mean that “fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom”?
Do you have a heart for welcoming those on the fringes of society? Listen to this episode of Life Issues as Paul chats to Sean Stillman from Zac's Place about the amazing work they do to reach the outcasts and welcome them into the church.
Are you passionate about ethically sourced food? Listen to this episode of Life Issues as Paul talks to Rev Elizabeth Clark, National Rural Officer for the Methodist and United Reformed Churches, and John Plumb, farmer from Warwickshire, as they discuss ethical farming and creation care.
Feeling anxious? Listen to this episode of Life Issues for practical tips on how to overcome anxiety and unhelpful habits from author Tim Lane. Be encouraged that there is hope to overcome anxiety with God.
Fascinated by space exploration? Listen to this amazing conversation with Revd Professor David Wilkinson as he discusses all things space from extraterrestrial life to science and religion and finding God through His magnificent creation.
Are you passionate about creation care? Listen to this insightful conversation between Paul Hammond and David Clough about the environmental and ethical impact of eating meat and farming animals and find out how Christians might respond to the ethics of animal welfare.
Listen to this poignant interview with author Jane Clamp about how her miscarriage prompted her to start supporting other couples who have experienced miscarriage. Hear her story and learn how to support women through the loss of a baby.
Do you connect to God through nature? Listen to this interview with Liz Baddeley from Santory and explore Wild Worship and the beauty of worshipping God through and in His creation. Be inspired to embrace the beauty of God's creation.
Fascinated by space exploration? Listen to this amazing conversation with Revd Professor David Wilkinson as he discusses all things space from extraterrestrial life to science and religion and finding God through His magnificent creation.
Interested in philosophy? Listen to this fascinating episode of Life Issues as Sharon Dirck talks about the body, mind and soul and discusses what makes us human.
What is absolute truth? In this episode of Life Issues, Kristi Mair joins Paul to explore how we cling to God's truth in a post-truth age where we are told that cultural understanding is more important. Listen now and be encouraged to speak godly truth into every situation.
Ever tried to map your spiritual journey? In this insightful episode of Life Issues, Mark Greenwood joins Paul to discuss how the Christian faith doesn't begin and end with salvation. Listen now and be encouraged to keep growing in faith.
Listen to the powerful story of Sarah Williams and her daughter Cerian, whose complex medical conditions meant she would not live after birth. Here, she speaks to Paul about God working in the grief of stillbirth.
Have you ever been controlled by someone? In this episode of Life Issues, Natalie Collins joins Paul to discuss coercion and control and how to demonstrate the grace and freedom of Christ to all.
Listen to this incredible conversation with Messianic Jew Richard Harvey, exploring the words of Jesus on the cross and how we can dig deeper into familiar Bible passages by tracing the cultural roots of Jesus.
Join Paul as he talks to worship leader and songwriter Matt Redman about the story behind the song 10,000 Reasons. Listen now to hear Matt Redman's incredible story of his journey to faith and how 10,000 Reasons continues to resonate in people's lives.
Are you passionate about disability rights? Listen to this engaging converstion with Revd. Katie Tupling about the history and challenges of disability rights and how Christians can get behind the movement and build a society that is inclusive for all, regardless of disability.
In this week's Life Issues, Paul is joined by Beatrice Smith to reflect on her experiences of the Rwanda Genocide. Listen now to this powerful conversation and reflect on how Christians can respond to violence and seek God's presence in the darkest periods of our lives.
Love to cook? Listen to this interview with Eve Balshaw about how to use your passion for cooking to show hospitality to strangers and gain a new understanding of the biblical basis for hospitality. Be inspired to start demonstrating God's love through hospitality.
Explore the roots of communion as Paul is joined by David Hilborne to discuss why Jesus told us to remember the Last Supper and learn what communion says to us about the grace of God. Listen now and be encouraged to reflect on the importance of the Easter Story.
Feeling tempted to do something you know is wrong? Listen to this insightful conversation with Dr. Calum Miller exploring ethics, morals and how to use our God given conscience to direct our actions and behaviour.
Are you waiting for God to transform your life? Listen to this incredible story from Patrick Regan about how adopting a policy of honesty with God invited God to take the damaged areas of his life and transform him into something unique and beautiful. Listen now and be encouraged to get real with God.
Listen to this powerful story of the work Third Space Ministries are doing to share the gospel message with nightclub-goers. Listen now and be encouraged to share your faith in unlikely places.
Struggling to adapt to a major change in your life? Listen to this interesting reflection on how God changes us through our circumstances from church leader, teacher and author Revd. Dr. John Andrews. Listen now be challenged to embrace change for God's glory.
This week, Vicky speaks to patients, families and managers from Acorns Hospice, the largest children's hospice in the UK. Listen now to learn about the amazing work of Acorns volunteers and find out how you can help children facing terminal illness.
Caring for someone with dementia? Listen to this powerful story about how love helps support dementia patients at every stage of this neurodegenerative disease. Be encouraged that you are not alone in the challenges of dementia care.
Are you waiting for God to transform your life? Listen to this incredible story from Patrick Regan about how adopting a policy of honesty with God invited God to take the damaged areas of his life and transform him into something unique and beautiful. Listen now and be encouraged to get real with God.
Listen to this insightful episode of Life Issues as Paul talks to David Bennett about how the Christian community can connect meaningfully and biblically with the LGBT community.
Find encouragement to rejuvenate your prayer life with this inspiring conversation with James Aldiran from Prayerstorm.org. Listen now to learn how to make prayer your focus at all times.
Struggling with temptation? Listen to this inspiring conversation about how to overcome temptation as Paul talks to FIEC National Director John Stevens. Explore the root of temptation and how to avoid falling into sin.
Are you passionate about caring for the environment? Listen to this engaging discussion with fashion industry expert Esther Knight about the environmental impact of the fashion industry and how responsibly sourced clothing helps us to care for God's creation.
Explore the variety of Christian retreats as Paul is joined by multiple guests to reflect on how to benefit from going on a retreat with God. Listen now and be inspired to explore your own spiritual retreat.
Looking to thrive as a single parent? Listen to this useful conversation with Kathlene Seney-Williams about her book 'Surviving and Thriving on the Single-Parent Journey: A Step-by-Step Approach' and be equipped to tackle the challenges of single parenting.
Is God calling you into mission? Listen to this engaging interview with the Church Mission Society and be challenged to stop finding excuses and start exploring your calling.
What does it mean that Jesus is God incarnate? Listen to this engaging discussion with Rev Dr Sharon Prentis as she talks to Paul about the incarnation and why it's significant that Jesus is God made human.
Wondering how to answer that question 'who is Jesus?' Listen to this useful exploration of Jesus the Son as Vicky is joined by author John Tancock to discuss why it's important to get this answer right. Listen now and be equipped to share your faith with others.
Interested in politics? In this General Election special, Paul welcomes multiple guests to discuss how Christians can respond to politics and use our democratic rights to create a society that reflects God's values. Listen now and be challenged to engage in politics differently.
Interested in serving the church through Lay Ministry? Listen to this interesting discussion about how to find a balance between leadership and community in your church and discover what lay ministry entails. Listen now and explore church leadership!
Listen to this challenging and insightful episode of Life Issues, as Paul speaks to Sue & John Whitehouse about the complex topic of abortion and how God came into their lives in this difficult time.
Want to make your social media feed reflect Christ? Listen to this inspiring interview with Facebook's Head of Global Faith-Based Partnerships, Nona Jones, as she shares tips for using social media in a way that spreads the gospel message.
Interested in Eastern Europe mission? Listen to this fascinating interview with Stephen Rand from Open Doors and Andrew Boyd from Release International as they talk to Paul about the fall of the Berlin Wall and the challenges facing the church in Eastern Europe.
Listen to this powerful interview with Simon Edwards from Walk Ministries about how to care for and support people as they coming out of prison. Be equipped to minister to prisoners and understand their spiritual and emotional needs.
Passionate about equipping youth to lead the church? Listen to this inspiring interview with Soul Survivor leader Mike Pilavachi on how to recognise when it's time to raise a new generation of leaders.
Listen to this interesting conversation with Annabel Clarke and Nathan Blackaby about the value and contributions men make to the church. Be encouraged to celebrate the different skills different genders bring to your church.
Do you have a heart for giving a home to vulnerable children? Listen to the powerful story of the couple who adopted 3 babies whose parents were involved in substance abuse and how having a home for good transformed all their lives.
Love languages? Listen to this fascinating conversation with Ian Buchanan from Wycliffe Bible Translators UK about how language shapes our lives. Listen now to find out how Wycliffe Bible Translators are working to give everyone access to the Bible in their mother tongue.
How do we honour God and maintain healthy sex lives in our marriage? Join counselor and therapist Emma Warning as she explores how Christians can nurture lifelong desire for their spouse whilst avoiding our sexualised culture.
Looking to use your creative gifts for God? Listen to this inspiring episode of Life Issues with Jonathan Gill as he talks about his work with Mercy Ships and how God gives each of us opportunities use our gifts to help others.