Faith, Hope, and Love

Berni Dymet — Bible teacher, author, and the voice of A Different Perspective — joins Mal Pope for a powerful conversation about faith, finances, and the extraordinary ways God provides when the numbers don’t seem to add up.

Paul & Jo Naughton, lead pastors of Harvest Church, London, join Mal Pope for a raw and honest conversation about the sacrifices and struggles of Christian leadership, the heart behind their new book, and the incredible ways God has reached into their lives.

Sometimes the biggest turning point in life happens when you least expect it. Mal Pope interviewed Shah Ahmadi, Partnership Engagement Coordinator for Iran Alive Ministries. Born in Iran and now living in America, but saved in Liverpool. Raised as a devout Muslim, his search for community led him to an Iranian church, where he encountered Jesus, a transformation that changed his life. He shared his story with Premier's Mal Pope.

Madeleine Kerzner spoke with Phil Knox from the Evangelical Alliance and author of The Best of Friends, about how Jesus made us to have community and friendship. With the World Health Organisation reporting that nearly 1 in 6 people feel deeply isolated, Phil shares why connection is vital for our health, faith, and communities....

We all face trauma, but few of us know how to respond well to it. Mal Pope was joined by Steve Midgley, Senior Pastor of Christ Church, Cambridge, former psychiatrist, and Executive Director of Biblical Counselling UK. Steve's new book, Understanding Trauma, explores how the church can better respond to the emotional and spiritual wounds many people carry, and why caring well for the traumatised is essential to Christian ministry.

Radio presenter and worship leader Lois Nangudi grew up in Uganda as one of eight children, struggling to survive in extreme poverty. Daily life was a constant struggle, and the future seemed uncertain. However, everything changed when the charity Compassion and a sponsor from the UK intervened. She shared with Madeleine Kerzner exactly how her life was turned around. You can get involved at Compassionuk.org/premier

Geoff Miller is the former Dean of Newcastle and Archbishop of Northumberland, but it wasn’t an easy road. He shared his fascinating story with Premier’s Lydia Bennett, from growing up on one of the UK’s roughest estates, to facing the class barrier at church, and even discovering that his granddad had been living a double life!

David Bass once lived the Hollywood dream, working as an interviewer and presenter for ITV, 20th Century Fox, and other notable companies. He attended glamorous parties, went to red-carpet premieres, and rode in luxury cars. But despite the fame and perks, he felt empty. A lapsed Christian, he realised something was missing. David joined Madeleine Kerzner to share what life in Hollywood is really like behind the scenes and how it led him back to his faith.

For this week's Theology hour, we were joined by Dr. Anthony Royle, Principal of King’s Evangelical Divinity School. He and Premier Madeleine Kerzner attempted to answer your tricky questions! You can find out more about the school here- kingsdivinity.org

Kevin Hill joined Premier’s Lydia Bennett to share his remarkable journey, from finding faith as a teenager at a Billy Graham crusade, to serving 10 years on the mission field, to dying twice after contracting a rare and deadly condition… only for God to send him back.

Topher Jones is the artist known as Rave Jesus, bringing together high-energy rave culture with authentic Christian faith. Topher joined Premier Donna Birrell, and she started by asking him about his faith.

Have you ever felt invisible at church? It’s a hard question, but many of us have felt that way at some point. For single parents, that feeling can be even stronger. Along with the daily pressures of doing life alone, they may also feel silently judged or misunderstood. Caroline Chalkley, who leads a single-parent ministry, joined Donna Birrell on Faith, Hope and Love to share practical, heartfelt ways we can do better.

Former minister and current sailor Jason Ward spoke to Premier’s Donna Birrell about how taking young people sailing is transforming lives, teaching practical skills, building confidence, and sharing the hope of the gospel, whilst sharing some of the ups and downs of his own powerful story.

Are you praying at the checkout these days? Groceries cost more, wages aren’t stretching, and saving feels impossible. We were joined on Faith, Hope and Love by Christian financial advisor Emmanuel Asuquo, here to help you get smarter with your money and answer your tricky questions. He was speaking to guest presenter Simon Ward.

Maggie Morgan is an award-winning filmmaker and longtime contributor to SAT-7. She has been working on a powerful project documenting the lives of refugees in Egypt, and through her work, she has witnessed deep, transformative friendships forged in hardship and loss. She shared her testimony with Premier's Simon Ward.