The Chosen: John the Baptist and Joanna
Esther Higham sits down with The Chosen stars David Amito (John the Baptist) and Amy Bailey (Joanna) to hear all about the upcoming series and how they develop characters with such little scripture to go off.
Two year later: Russia-Ukraine still at war, what is the way forward?
It’s two years this week since the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. But the short attack that Russia expected has turned into a much longer conflict with no end in sight. As we look back at two years of the protracted conflict. What do we need to start doing to bring an end to the war as quickly as possible? Tim Cross, Tania Orlova, Godwin Ibe, Vadim Preobrazhenskiy spoke to Premier's Esther Higham on Inspirational Breakfast
Does the NHS need chaplains more than ever?
Over 900 chaplains work in hospitals, but with more people claiming to have no belief in God, why does the NHS still spend money on them? Reverend Andy Dovey, head of chaplaincy at Croydon Health Services, and Bishop Christopher Chessum, chat to Esther Higham about the need for chaplains, the simple power of holding someone's hand, and being witness to miraculous healings.
"You are a Tree" - how biblical metaphors impact our faith journey
The Bible uses many metaphors to describe believers, our journey of faith and our walk with God. This "metaphoria" even touches our worship songs. But what difference does it really make to our journey of faith? Joy Clarkson spoke to Premier's Esther Higham on Inspirational Breakfast
Could prayer and lollipops combat petty crime?
A new report has shown that violence and abuse against shop workers have risen by 50% and shoplifting is soaring. So what should be done to prevent this and how can we play our part? Paul Blakey, founder of Street Angels, and Sergeant Keith Evans, from the Christian Police Association, share their thoughts.
How would you preach Jesus to a stranger if you had just sixty seconds?
If you had just sixty seconds to tell a total stranger about Jesus, what would you say? If we are to make disciples of all men, how best do we do it in an increasingly polarized, unchurched culture? Krish Kandiah, Dominic Muir, Jon Burkhart spoke to Premier's Esther Higham on Inspirational Breakfast
Aled Jones doesn't care what you think about his faith
Singer and broadcaster Aled Jones chats to Esther Higham about 1980s haircuts, his dream collaboration, and why he doesn't care what people think about his faith.
Is it okay to be bored in church?
Have you ever been bored at church? If we’re being honest with ourselves, church doesn’t always feel like the most exciting place in the world to be. But is being bored an issue, or should it be an expected part of our discipleship? Worship for Everyone's Becky Drake chatted to Esther Higham about her dull church upbringing, resisting the need to entertain young people, and why she loves intergenerational worship.
Could your church host the next Ed Sheeran?
Huge artists like Ed Sheeran, The Beatles, and Florence and the Machine all started out playing small shows. But since the pandemic, grassroots music venues are now closing at a rate of one per week. So, is it time for your church to start opening up its doors and hosting gigs? Josh Gauton, frontman of the band Lotus Bliss; Charlotte Anderson, CEO of Connective Vision; and Harley Stapleton-Brister from Union Chapel, share their thoughts.
Is the church a 'conveyor belt' for asylum seeker fake conversions?
Zach Gain, community pastor at KXC, Rev Peter Ould, and Steve Tinning from the Baptist Union, chat to Esther Higham about the claims that some refugees are only getting baptized to claim asylum.
How important are the disciplines of Lent to a Christian's walk of faith?
It's centuries old and observed by millions around the world. The official 5-week period set apart by some Christian traditions to mark the 40 days Jesus Christ spent fasting in the wilderness. But how relevant is lent today and how can Christians lean into it? Bishop John Arnold was on Inspirational Breakfast to discuss this with Premier's Esther Higham
Dating apps, ghosting, and why there's no such thing as 'The One'
Joff Williams, from Christian Connection, David Payne, from SALT, and YouTuber Sophie Crew have a Valentines Day chat about navigating online dating, ghosting someone, and why The One is a myth.
How to better experience Jesus through a reflective time of Lent
Have you ever imagined what it felt like for Jesus in the wilderness 2000 years ago? Every year, millions of Christians around the world commemorate and partake in the observance of Lent. But is it just a ritual? Dr Hugh Osgood spoke to Premier's Esther Higham on Inspirational Breakfast
Have we made an idol out of the NHS?
Mark Pickering, CEO of Christian Medical Fellowship, Anne Taylor, Parish Nursing Ministries, and midwife Gemma Griffith on whether the state of the NHS is a 'national emergency', how the church can help relieve pressure, and if we've made an idol out of the organisation.
Should Christians embrace a 4-day working week to have more time for discipleship?
Many people will be used to the routine of 9 to 5 every Monday to Friday. What would you do if you had an extra day off due to a four day working week? As Christians who are called to rest by God would another day off be a welcome part of our discipleship? Ben Poole, Dave Courteen spoke to Premier's Esther Higham on Inspirational Breakfast