Was the success of the D-Day landing an answer to prayer?
Eighty years ago the Allied forces initiated an assault on Normandy's beaches in France under heavy bombardment. This event stands as the largest amphibious military invasion ever. Beyond the picturesque postcards and grand monuments were individuals whose decisions continue to resonate with us. Was the day's success an act of God or not? Tim Dieppe from Christian Concern had a chat with Premier's Michael Fanstone.
Is it time for churches to take down controversial statues?
Novelette Stewart, chair of the Church of England's Contested Heritage Committee, chats to Michael Fanstone about art as a form of worship, finding the balance between preserving history and reckoning with injustice, and why your church might need to get rid of its statue.
'University students are eager to hear the gospel'
Iggie Clark and Ian Ross, from YWAM's Circuit Riders, chat to Premier's Max Avard about living out of a backpack, being 'utterly transformed' by Jesus, and evangelising to university students across the globe.
Pete Greig: We are already on the revival spectrum in the UK
Is there a revival underway in the UK? Numerous instances have been reported nationwide of young people dedicating their lives to Christ. A notable example is St Aldates in Oxford, where the number of young people turning to Jesus was so high that they ran out of Bibles. Are these isolated pockets of faith, or is there a broader movement happening? Pete Greig, Pastor and Founder of 24/7 Prayer, believes there is. He spoke to Michael Fanstone.
Should Christians be the richest in the land?
The Sunday Times released its 2024 Rich List, which included a billionaire Catholic priest. Considering Job was the wealthiest man in his region, should Christians aim to be the wealthiest in their land? This topic was explored by Natalie Williams of Jubilee Plus and Ken Okoroafor from the Humble Penny in a chat with Premier's Michael Fanstone.
The highs and lows of being a foster parent
Jennifer Isichei and her husband Uzoma have fostered 7 different children in the past 12 years. She spoke to Michael Fanstone about bringing the decision to God, the highs and lows of their journey, and why she'll never get tired of watching a young person's life transformed.
What happens when you pray all night?
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.
Is the power of the Holy Spirit only for certain occasions?
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.
This Scottish city is being transformed by the Holy Spirit
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.
The freedom walk that connects London's most iconic cathedrals
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.
Why praying in school is key to your child's faith
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.
Meet the former heroin addict now leading a thriving church
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.
Do Christians need to man up?
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.
'Christians are weird people, we have a different story'
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.
Could date nights save your marriage?
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.