Faith, Hope, and Love

Would you have what it takes to be a master at something? Jake Weidman is one of them—a Master Penman and a true artist in the world of calligraphy. He shared his testimony with Donna Birrell, discussing his divine calling to create art and how AI might squander the gift of art that was meant for us! But first, Donna had to ask: What is a Master Penman?

Scars often remind us of past hurt, but what about the ones we can’t see? Internal wounds can come from many places: abuse, neglect, betrayal. But one source that comes up time and again is trauma caused by parents. For years, the advice was to stay silent. But unspoken pain doesn’t go away—and often leads to deeper struggles. That’s why we invited Lin Button from the Healing Prayer School to join Donna Birrell and unpack the impact of parental wounds.

Who do you picture when you hear the word addict? Chris Wood had everything: family, safety nets, resources, but addiction can strike anywhere. He shared wth Madeleine Kerzner about his addiction, his salvation at Yeldal Manor, a Christian drug and alcohol recovery centre.

Baptist minister and journalist John Cheek shared why it’s never too late to step into your God-given purpose—and how the so-called "later years" can be some of the most fruitful.

Would churches benefit more from all-age services, rather than separating generations into different groups? Martyn Payne and Aike Kennet-Brown are part of Messy Church, which models a way of doing church that brings everyone together. They joined Donna Birrell to discuss the story of Messy Church and the importance of intergenerational congregations.

Revelation, Genesis, Crucifixion, Conception, Salvation, Original Sin… These are just some of the big themes and concepts you’ll come across when reading the Bible. And whether you’re new to Scripture or a long-time reader, it’s natural to have questions! That’s why Reverend Alasdair Black returned to Faith, Hope and Love—to help Donna Birrell tackle some of the trickiest questions sent in by you!

It's always exciting when a church gains a new leader! After a two-year period without a bishop, the Diocese of Truro has welcomed Bishop David Williams as its new leader. He joined Donna Birrell to share what he’s excited about in this new chapter—and to reflect on the challenges of stepping into such a crucial role after a long vacancy.

Have you come across the Gospel on social media lately? From Facebook posts to Instagram reels, we're witnessing a powerful new frontier for evangelism! Ben Adams is one of those voices. He's the creator behind "Wooden Spoon Ministry," a platform that delivers faith-filled messages in short-form doses. He joined Premier’s Mal Pope to share his story, and with him was Sam, the very first person Ben led to Christ through social media!

Do Christians make an idol out of sacrifice? Giving things up for God is part of the faith, but what if pushing too hard leads to burnout instead of blessing? How do we find the right balance? Dr Kathrine McAleese is a psychotherapist and life coach with a theological perspective. She joined Mal Pope on Faith, Hope and Love to explore this dilemma.

Evangelist Khallil Lambin joined Mal Pope to share his incredible testimony of coming to faith from a Muslim background, rising into the world of professional football and the moment God told him to hang up his boots permanently! Find out more at gb.ambassadorsfootball.org.

Can psychology and faith really go hand in hand? In her new book, Divine Attachment, Christian psychologist Ruth Graham explores how our earliest experiences of bonding and trust shape our relationships with others and with God the Father. She joined Mal Pope to share more.

If you knew someone suffering from addiction, how would you help them? Kent and Mary-Alice Martin joined Donna Birrell to share about their ministry Betel UK, which not only rehabilitates and retrains former addicts but also shares the Good News!

Howard Espie is the spiritual director of Greenwood retreat in Rural Scotland to help us understand what it means to ABIDE in God's presence and how being sent out of the church to share with others isn't as nerve-wracking as you might think!

Do you know about the state of the persecuted church? Kenneth Harrod from persecution watchdog Release International joined Fiona Stewart to share some of the work they're doing on the global stage to support Christians facing persecution in three turbulent nations.

Have you ever wanted to ask a minister about difficult questions about faith and the Bible? Chris Green is a minister from London, and he stuck his head above the parapet to answer your difficult questions, including why God struck down a couple for lying about a field, what happens to our bodies when we go to heaven, and even if a Christian can lose their salvation!