Faith at Work: Thrive 25’s vision for spirit-led transformation at work
Martyn Link, Managing Director of Link Advisory and part of the team behind Thrive 25, joined Esther Higham to unpack how Thrive 25 is set to encourage, equip, and empower every Christian in the workplace in Scotland so they can help transform society.
How to enforce peace around us with spiritual authority
Carl Brettle, CEO of the Neighbourhood Prayer Network, and Sammy Jordan, a church planter from Eastleigh, joined Esther Higham to unpack how Christians can respond to unusual criminal or evil behaviour—not just with grief, but with spiritual authority.
Lessons from the first 'millenial' saint
Carlo Acutis, who died age 15, has been declared a saint by Pope Leo. So how did he make ab impact in such a short life? And how could his story inspire young people in our churches? Jack Regan, Director of Youth Services for the Catholic Diocese of Lancaster, and Sarah Williams, a children’s, youth, and family worker in London, spoke to Esther Higham.
'One of Jesus's parables prompted me to join the counter-protest on Saturday'
Thomas Sharpe is a writer, political commentator, and Transformation Manager at the National Grid. On Saturday, he joined around 5,000 others at the Stand Up To Racism counter-protests in London. He spoke with Esther Higham about the tense day, how one of Jesus’s parables prompted him to go, and what it means to love our enemies in the context of political disagreement.
Alistair Begg on finding new life in the stories of Jesus
Bible teacher Alistair Begg catches up with Esther Higham to discuss his new booklet The Man on the Middle Cross, which challenges us to find new life in Jesus’ encounters with the Woman at the Well, the Paralytic Man, and the thief on the cross.
Should Christians rally behind Unite the Kingdom?
Pastor and Unite the Kingdom campaigner Rikki Doolan, and Dr. Krish Kandiah, Founder of the Sanctuary Foundation, joined Esther Higham to discuss whether the March and the Unite the Kingdom movement are something that Christians in the UK should get behind.
Michael Nazir-Ali on engaging faith in public transformation
Dr. Michael Nazir-Ali, former Bishop of Rochester and now President of the Oxford Centre for Training, Research, Advocacy and Dialogue, joined Esther Higham ahead of the “Faith, Freedom and Politics” conference to discuss why faith in public dialogue is more vital now than ever. Register to attend on Eventbrite.
Sibling Rivalry: How to navigate the unspoken battle in every family
Author and speaker Lin Button, along with Drew Cordell—author and founder of Honest Christianity—joined Esther Higham to explore what happens when one sibling steps into the spotlight, the emotional impact this can have, and how to protect relationships from the strain of imbalance.
Fare Dodging: Is it really an excusable sin?
Worship Youth Pastor Dwaine Morgan joined Esther Higham to explore why Christians need to pay what they owe — and whether actions like fare evasion carry moral weight.
China’s growing influence — a threat to the Church?
Benedict Rogers, Senior Director at the human rights organisation Fortify Rights, and Dan McIlheny from Open Doors joined Esther Higham to unpack China’s global influence, its race for world leadership, and how that impacts people in the underground Chinese churches.
Workplace Fun: Ways you can find joy and balance at work
Business coach and mentor Jacqui Hanbury joined Esther Higham to unpack what is a healthy balance between enjoying our work and staying productive.
Rev Kate Bottley on praying with the popstars
Rev. Kate Bottley is a priest, author, and media personality, best known as the presenter of BBC Radio 2’s Good Morning Sunday. But how has fame changed her? And what does her faith look like in everyday life? Kate — along with her puppy, Tony — joined Esther Higham to chat about the spiritual gift of fun, handling criticism, and why sharing a bathroom with Kylie Minogue isn’t quite as glamorous as it sounds.
Is the church really awake to the quiet revival?
John McGinley, former Head of Church Planting for New Wine and leader of Myriad, joined Esther Higham to share why the Church needs to respond to and prepare for more in the nation's ongoing 'quiet revival'
How faith can help us navigate everyday stress
Rachael Newham, Theology of Mental Health Specialist, and founder of Christian Mindfulness, Richard Johnston, joined Esther Higham to unpack what we can put in place to manage stress—at home, at school, in the workplace, and in church.
Compassion UK Special: How would Jesus respond to extreme poverty?
Justin Dowds, CEO of Compassion UK, joins one of the charity’s graduates, Julianna, to talk with Esther Higham about Compassion UK’s origins, their life-changing work in 29 countries, and why they offer far more than relief poverty. To help more children out of extreme poverty head to: www.compassionuk.org/premier-sponsorship/?campaign=3368