Faith, Hope, and Love
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Jo Acharya has spent more than 20 years ministering to people with additional needs, creating resources that help make faith accessible for everyone. She has just released her latest book, 'The Big Story of the Bible' - a super-simple journey from Genesis to Revelation. Jo spoke with Lydia Bennett about challenging common misconceptions around additional needs, offering practical guidance for this ministry, and explaining why it’s vital for all of us to understand the bigger picture of Scripture.
In their book New Age to Jesus, Lucinda Button and Kate Orson expose how New Age spirituality can become a deceptive trap leading people into darkness. The book explores why so many seekers are drawn to these practices—and what ultimately brought them to freedom in Christ. What is it about New Age spirituality that captivates people? Lucinda and Kate joined Lydia Bennett to discuss.
Jesus calls us to go and make disciples of all nations. But that's easier said than done! Paul Coulter is a theologian, author and he leads The Centre for Christianity in Society. He sat down with Madeleine Kerzner to chat about how we can reach people within the world without becoming consumed by the ways of the world.
Indian-British composer Cephas Azariah and worship leader Elle Limebear have teamed up for a stunning new single, ‘Searching’. The track explores grief—how we wrestle with loss, seek meaning, and find comfort in God’s presence. They joined Madeleine Kerzner to share how this song speaks into life’s hardest moments
Pippa Cramer MBE is Pastoral Care and Seniors Minister at Holy Trinity Claygate and leads ‘Connections’, one of the largest church-based groups for seniors in the UK. She sat down with Madeleine Kerzner to discuss how we can support and minister to the older generations in the run up to Christmas.
Darrell McLeish was just 19 when a fight ended in tragedy—he committed manslaughter and went to prison. Fast forward to 2025, and Darrell is now a finalist in the Cinnamon Incubator program for his innovative project: The Christian Boxing Alliance. So how did Darrell go from a prison sentence to becoming a community leader making a real difference? He joined Madeleine Kerzner to share a bit of his story.
Sometimes we encounter passages in the Bible that are difficult to understand. For example, why didn’t God stop Jacob and Rebekah from deceiving Isaac? Pastor, theologian, speaker, and founder of Uhambo: The Journey, Jeronne Rudder, joined Fiona Stewart to explore some of these challenging questions.
Andrew Brunson served as a missionary in Türkiye for 23 years. This took a dramatic turn when he was arrested for espionage, sentenced to three life terms, and held in solitary confinement. His ordeal brought global attention and deep personal despair. Andrew now speaks openly about trauma, abandonment, and how he rediscovered hope. He shared his journey with Fiona Stewart.
According to Mental Health UK, three in ten Britons say their mental health takes a nosedive over Christmas. Howard Espie, founder of the Greenwood Retreat, joined Lydia Bennett to explain how we can find rest by focusing on God's provision this Christmas season
David and Sarah Abell from The Relationships Academy joined Lydia Bennett to share practical insights on improving the quality of our relationships and the importance of tapping into God’s wisdom to enjoy fruitful marriages.
Rachel Jordan-Wolf from Hope Together joined Lydia Bennett to chat about the creative and wacky ways we can reach people with the Gospel this Christmas.
Talia Dean first captured hearts on The X Factor with her powerful vocals and stage presence. But she chose to step away from fame to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus—a decision that surprised many. Now, she joins Lydia Bennett to share her incredible transformation and her new single, Praise Your Name, featuring Brian May.
Abel Carkett’s story is one of radical transformation. Born in Ethiopia and adopted by a Christian family, Abel grew up knowing about faith but as a teenager, he walked away from it all. In his early twenties, his rebellion spiralled into homelessness and addiction. But everything changed in rehab. It was there that Abel encountered Jesus in a profound and life-altering way. Listen to his story.
By nature, gratitude doesn’t come easily to us as humans. But the Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” So, how can we become more thankful people in spite of life’s challenges? Amy Boucher Pye—author, speaker, retreat leader, and spiritual director—joined Fiona Stewart to explore this.
Craig D. Forrest is an award-winning TV director & documentary filmmaker whose career has taken him to over 160 countries over a 50 year career. His latest book, 'Night Train to Cairo' is a memoir sharing some of the most significant moments in his filmmaking journey, from spiritual battlegrounds, dangerous encounters and moments of divine intervention. Premier's Fiona Stewart sat down with him to hear his story,
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