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Fasting is one of the least understood spiritual disciplines for Christians. We know that Jesus fasted; we know it has a place in Scripture, but is it simply going without food? Dr. Jonathan Oloyede is a pastor and the founder of the National Day of Prayer and Worship. He joined Mal Pope to unpack how, through fasting, we can create a space for God.
Released on 11 Sep 2026
Imagine if you could bring the stories of the Bible to life through powerful visual storytelling while remaining faithful to the biblical text. Simon Amadeus Pillario has done exactly that with the Word for Word Bible Comics. He joined Mal Pope to share his journey of faith, the inspiration behind the comics, and why he chose this unique approach.
What happens when the traditional church format doesn’t connect with someone? How do we take church beyond the building, meet people where they are, and use our creativity to make Jesus known? That’s exactly what Deacon Jon Miller is passionate about. A Methodist pioneer minister in St Clears, Carmarthenshire, Jon is also an artist and advocate for justice and inclusion for neurodivergent people. He spoke to Carlton Baxter to share his story.
Knowing what the Bible says about money is one thing - putting it into practice is another. With the cost of living still putting pressure on households, how can we get our finances in order while keeping God at the centre? And as the colder months approach, what can we do now to prepare financially without letting money become a source of fear? Natasha Smith, founder of Manna Financial Freedom, joined Carlton Baxter to share her top tips for stewarding money well.