Faith, Hope, and Love

Is Halloween Just Harmless Fun, or Something Deeper? Author and ministry leader Bobbi Kumari joined Mal Pope to unpack the spiritual side of Halloween. How should Christians engage with trick-or-treaters and celebrations: step in as light, or stay away entirely?

Dr. Ike Odina, Christian psychotherapist and lecturer at the London School of Theology, joins Fiona Stewart on Faith, Hope and Love to explore what happens when trauma hits and how therapy and faith can work hand in hand to bring healing and hope.

Premier's Mal Pope spoke with Masa and Esther Morishita, lead pastors of Awakening Tokyo, a vibrant church in Japan’s capital. In this powerful conversation, Masa and Esther share how God transformed their lives and called them to prepare for a great harvest of souls in Asia, beginning right where they are, in the heart of Tokyo.

We often talk about family ministry — but what about those who don’t fit the traditional family mold? Kris Swiatocho, international speaker and Director of The Singles Network Ministries, and Caroline Chalkley, single-parent pastor and ministry leader, joined Mal Pope to share how churches can improve their singleness ministry, unpacking how churches can truly welcome, empower, and support singles and single parents, building communities where everyone belongs.

Robin Peake from Wycliffe Bible Translators spoke to Premier's Jamie Pratt about the exciting work they’re doing in global mission, how they decide which languages to translate next, and how technology and AI are accelerating their efforts like never before.

Shaun Lambert is a Baptist minister and psychotherapist, and one of the leading voices in Christian mindfulness. He joined Lydia Bennett to share how this movement rose to prominence and some insight into when the Bible tells you not to worry!

Christians were often at the forefront of industry, but that’s no longer the case. Gary Spicer and Shell Perris, members of The Lions, a network of Christian entrepreneurs, are working to change that by funding and empowering Christian businesses, organisations, and ideas to advance God’s Kingdom. They spoke with Lydia Bennett about why Christians must step forward with boldness and embrace the potential God has placed within them.

This week is National Adoption Week, a time to celebrate stories of radical hospitality and highlight the importance of adoption. Tim and Rachel Hughes, co-senior pastors of Gas Street Church in Birmingham, have an incredible story to share. After having four biological children, they felt called by Jesus to adopt, and shared with Lydia Bennett how God revealed Himself when they said yes!

October is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the impact of Black heritage and the influence of African and Caribbean communities on the Church. Yet for some, issues of race and justice make faith in Jesus feel complex, especially given Christianity’s links to slavery and colonialism. Clare Williams-Sarpong from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics joined Lydia Bennet to discuss how we can approach these conversations with compassion and grace.

They say you gain a lot from sponsoring a child through Compassion UK — but what about the chance to make a music video with them? Still Shadey, a UK rap artist, joined Lydia Bennett to share his inspiring journey with Compassion UK and the powerful relationship he’s built with his sponsor, Pleasure.

It's never too late to shift gears! Ian Read, founder of Bikes 4 Mission, joined Mal Pope to share his remarkable story of faith and purpose. From running away to Spain to a near-death experience, Ian shared how God gave him a new vision to equip local missionaries around the world with bicycles and motorbikes so they can carry the Gospel to places others can’t reach.

John and Sally Childress, founders of Free! Recovery, joined Mal Pope to talk about triggers and temptations. Using their own powerful journeys of addiction and restoration, John and Sally also responded to your tough questions on addiction!

Leon Evans, pastor, author, speaker, and Compassion sponsor, joined Lydia Bennett on Faith, Hope and Love to share how working with Compassion has changed his perspective on children living in poverty.

Biju Matthew, Acting CEO of International Justice Mission UK, joined Premier's Fiona Stewart to share how God is using IJM to bring justice to the darkest corners of the globe. (Warning: Reference to abuse)

Rev. Alasdair Black joined Fiona Stewart to discuss church splits, including the recent division between GAFCON and the Church of England, why they sometimes happen, how to prevent them, and what to do when you're left to pick up the pieces.