What's the largest worship gathering you've been a part of? The National Day of Prayer and Worship saw thousands of Christians gather from across the nation to celebrate Pentecost last weekend. Pastor Aaron Berko, the Senior Minister of New Life Church, chatted to Premier's Mal Pope about uniting God's people, the spiritual significance of Canterbury, and bringing a sword to a prayer meeting.
2000 years later, how much of the first Pentecost experience can we enjoy today? Biblical scholar Professor Andrew Davies speaks to Premier's Mal Pope about our relationship with the Holy Spirit today.
Dundee used to have Europe's highest rates of social housing and drug-related deaths per capita. So what changed? Kerry Dixon, a Church Army Reverend, chats to Mal Pope about a city being transformed by the Holy Spirit.
What do St Paul’s Cathedral, All Hallows by the Tower and Southwark Cathedral have in common? Organiser of Christian Aid’s Freedom Walk, Richard Smart spoke to Michael Fanstone about a 5km walk that connects the three of them.
A closer relationship between churches and schools results in greater spiritual development in children, according to the Faith Foundation. So how can churches build these connections? And does this only work in faith-based schools? Michael Fanstone spoke to Lucy Moore, head of the Faith Foundation, and Phil Togwell, International Director of Prayer Spaces in Schools, about reflective prayer, schools being more open to faith than you think, and why donuts could be the key to building partnerships.
Tayla McBride, the founder of Potter and Lamb clothing, and Pastor Clyde Thomas from Victory Church in Cwmbran chat to Michael Fanstone about reaching out to the marginalised, being saved in prison, and going from drug addict to church leader.
What does it mean to be a biblical man in a world filled with endless definitions of masculinity? Is there a solution in the church, or are we a part of the problem? Michael Fanstone spoke to Lau Ciocan, founder of Mentoring Advocacy Network (MAN), and Rev Mark Lyndon-Jones from Mpower Men's Ministry.
Doug from London City Mission shares his top tips for becoming more confident in sharing the Good News and why Christians should embrace our weirdness.
Regular date nights lead to a happier life and healthier marriage according to a new report. Michaela Hyde from Marriage Foundation, Nicky and Sila Lee, founders of HTB Marriage Course, and Katharine Hill from Care for Families reflect on the findings with Michael Fanstone.
In the last 25 years, new and exciting things in technology have come about. So, if you are a parent or carer and the children you care for were born then, it does seem to be a huge challenge raising them in a godly way with all the tech distractions. So how can we rise to this challenge, and is there a better way of doing things? Digital parenting coach Yetty Williams spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone
Journalist Heather Tomlinson, tech expert Chris Goswami, and Dr Deborah Webster, founder of Thrive academy, chat to Michael Fanstone about declining attention spans, dopamine hits, and how we can combat 'popcorn brain' with prayer. Read more on Premier Christianity: https://www.premierchristianity.com/opinion/5-ways-christians-can-dodge-the-dopamine-cartels/17347.article
If you think good worship is only for those with musical gifts, one group, the Anthem Choir, is changing all that. Their passion project lets people who have no musical experience whatsoever and without any auditions sing in a simple, powerful worship experience. Singer, Heavenlin Ohene Akrasi and Ace Afrobeat Producer from the Compozers, David Ohene Akrasi spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone.
What is the strictest rule you have had to follow in your life? Well, if you live in Scotland, there’s a new one now added to your list. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021. Critics say it could erode freedom of speech and religion. So, as Christians should we be worried? Lois Miller and Jamie Gillies spoke to Premier's Michael Fanstone on Inspirational Breakfast
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.
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.
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