Inspirational Breakfast with Michael Fanstone

Presented by Michael Fanstone

Fridays from 7am and Saturdays from 8am

The most popular Christian book of all time is...

7 Mar 2024
13:29

Theologian and book publisher Tom Creedy chats to Michael Fanstone about the books that changed his life, why he's steering clear of AI literature, and what makes some Christian books so popular.

Why the Bible is still the greatest story ever told

7 Mar 2024
21:41

Theologian Paula Gooder chats to Michael Fanstone about scripture's influence on modern-day storytelling, which books have been game-changers in her life, and why the Bible is still the greatest story ever told.

How Christians can make a difference in the present farmers' crises

1 Mar 2024
21:10

Can you imagine a world without farmers? The ripple effects of their absence would be felt everywhere. However, farmers are currently facing pressures in the UK and Europe which are severe enough to provoke outbursts of protest. What role can the Church and Christians play to help and support farmers? Luke Thomas and Roland Nancekivell spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone on Inspirational Breakfast

Are we failing to value music education in our schools?

1 Mar 2024
9:28

Over 30,000 children and teachers have been a part of Prom's Praise for Schools since it began over 20 years ago. Ahead of its return to the Royal Albert Hall, Premier's Max Avard went behind the scenes at All Souls Church to enjoy their rehearsals and find out why the decline in music lessons could be detrimental to children's wellbeing.

Four years after the lockdown, have we truly healed from its effect?

23 Feb 2024
22:16

It is nearly four years ago since we were first put into a lockdown because of the coronavirus. How can we as Christians approach conversations about the pandemic in a way that brings healing and not more pain? John Wyatt, Louise Morse, and Olivia Amartey spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone on Inspirational Breakfast

If heaven is full of diversity, should your church be mirroring that?

16 Feb 2024
10:41

Would you describe your church as multicultural? The Bible speaks of a vast number of people “from every nation, tribe, people and language” together before God's throne in Revelations. Is that a future promised only in heaven or can it happen today? Rev Roxanne F Eversley, newly commissioned as the Dean of Cultural Diversity in Southwark, joined Michael Fanstone to share her thoughts.

Do you get shut down for sharing your faith at university?

16 Feb 2024
23:14

Three university students from across Europe join Michael Fanstone to chat about free speech in universities, being seen as 'weird' Christians, and why we should expect opposition to our faith. Watch the 'Self-Censored' documentary by OIDAC Europe on YouTube.

Sexual Abuse: Is the Church equipped enough to help?

9 Feb 2024
21:33

In England and Wales, one in five women and one in twenty-five men are likely to be sexually abused during their lifetime. It is a big problem, so how well is the church mirroring the healing love of Christ to those who have been broken and hurt? Eustace Constance, Bekah Legg and Rachel Medina were on Inspirational Breakfast to discuss this with Premier's Michael Fanstone

KXC's 'Wholly and Completely': a worship revival breaking out in London

9 Feb 2024
13:14

On the back of the Asbury revival in Kentucky, a new song has emanated from a church in North London called ‘Wholly and Completely’- written to lead us to a place of revival and consecration. So how can we bring revival into our own city and how does being holy and acceptable to God play into this? Rich Dicas from KXC spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone on Inspirational Breakfast

Holocaust Memorial Day is still relevant today

26 Jan 2024
22:36

Over 70years since the Nazi-occupied Auschwitz concentration camp was liberated, yet the world still struggles with prejudice, discrimination, and injustice. Joe Miller, Head of Outreach at The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust and Michelle Guinness, a Jewish Christian author and speaker, explore how the lessons from the Holocaust continue to shape our understanding of empathy, justice, and the collective responsibility we bear.

Matt Redman and Matt Maher celebrate 75 years of How Great Thou Art

26 Jan 2024
16:13

Artists Matt Redman and Matt Maher chat about bringing together the 'Avengers' team of worship leaders for a new version of How Great Thou Art.

Is church unity just a lofty idea?

19 Jan 2024
16:35

Why is church unity so hard? As we unite with Christians globally for the Week of Prayer, Bishop Mike Royal and Revd Benjamin Aldous from Church Together in England explore how we can overcome the common struggles that often test the unity within our church community.

Faith in young people

19 Jan 2024
21:14

When your teary three year old screams 'no' in your face, how do you respond? Ed Drew of Faith in Kids says, "In the tears, in that moment of crisis or difficulty, there is something of Jesus Christ to offer." Listen to Ed and Yetty Williams, CEO Lagos Mums, as they share ways we can help young people in our lives develop a thriving personal faith in Jesus.

Why would I want to give away my money?

12 Jan 2024
19:27

Charitable giving, especially with the current difficult economy could be a real challenge. With the New Year just rolling in, how do we steward our finances in the right way to make impact? Janie Oliver, the new CEO of Stewardship shares some advice.

Will more funding cut addiction?

12 Jan 2024
21:04

17 years ago when Emma Heath from Star Recovery struggled with addiction, there wasn't enough public funds to help her. Now, local authorities across England are getting set to benefit from almost £267million of government funding to boost drug and alcohol treatment. Emma Heath and Gavin Sant from Teen Challenge discuss the level of local support given to Christian ministries to make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with addiction.

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