This is what 31 years in the fire service looks like for a Christian
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When the alarm goes off, firefighters run towards danger, facing situations where lives are at risk and there’s no room for panic.
So what does it look like to be Just Like Jesus under pressure?
Lydia spoke to Simon Hewitt from Firefighters for Christ, who spent 31 years in the fire service, about how faith shapes courage, integrity and compassion when you’re running towards the flames.
Released on 6 Oct 2026
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