Dr Thomas Renz on the Psalms: Psalms of Ascent
Dr Thomas Renz of Oakhill College speaks with Brent Siddall about the book that in Hebrew is known as 'The Book of Praises'. The Psalms of Ascent are the collection of 15 Psalms that were sung by God's people on their journey 'up to Jerusalem' to attend the Festivals, or by the priests as they ascended the Temple steps to begin the daily ministry. Today Dr Renz explores the background and message of a few of these songs. This is the last programme in this series.

First Broadcast  09/03/2010

Behind Prison Walls
Another opportunity to hear this programme by Phil Walker about 'Set Free Prison Ministries'. Set up by Martin Tuson, this ministry aims to meet the needs of prisoners in Maghaberry Prison, Northern Ireland, and many people have come to faith and experienced miracles. Phil Walker talks to Martin Tuson, and to Bobby Mathieson, a former prisoner who now works with Martin. A DVD about the ministry has recently won the 'Best Christian Broadcast Documentary, Heart Award'.
   Link: Set Free Bangor
   Link: Word Out Productions

First Broadcast  08/03/2010

When You're Not Welcome
Each generation of Christians has to wrestle with major theological issues. Today, Church membership is not one of them, and this is a real danger, according to Jonathan Leeman, author of recent release 'The Church and the Surprising Offence of God's Love - Reintroducing the Doctrines of Church Membership and Discipline'. Jonathan Leeman speaks to Tom Ward about the dangers he identifies in his book, and to Rev Dr David Instone-Brewer (Senior Research Fellow in Rabbinics and New Testament at Tyndale House, Cambridge) to gain his perspective.

First Broadcast  05/03/2010

'Fairtrade Fortnight' & 'Stop the Traffik Freedom Week'
Less than 1% of the profit from tea goes to the tea-farmers - that is, unless you buy Fairtrade tea. There were more people trafficked across the world in this year than there were in the whole period of time when William Wilberforce was campaigning against slavery... and you may be buying food that feeds that industry - unless of course you buy 'traffik-free' products. Phil Walker talks to representatives from both these organisations to find out how to find out the difference we could each make. Fairtrade Fortnight and Freedom Week runs from 22nd February until 7th March 2010.
   Link: Fair Trade
   Link: Stop the Traffik

First Broadcast  04/03/2010

Beautiful You
The media constantly bombards us with views and opinions on what is considered to be 'beautiful' - it might be interesting to go back to basics to find out what God thinks of the world He created and the people He designed in His own image. Join host Leah Sutton to discover what real beauty is.

First Broadcast  03/03/2010

Dr Thomas Renz on the Psalms: Psalms 30 & 34
Dr Thomas Renz of Oakhill College speaks with Brent Siddall about the book that in Hebrew is known as 'The Book of Praises'. Two Psalms are studied in today's programme: Psalm 30 comes straight from the heart of a person of prayer. It is the prayer of one who is fully aware of the nightmare of death offering profound thanksgiving to God for His mercies. Psalm 34 is a 'wisdom psalm', full of praise to the God Who ransoms, releases, rescues and protects.

First Broadcast  02/03/2010

Passion For Life 2010
A Passion for Life will draw together churches is a nationwide initiative to proclaim Christ's Passion in March 2010. This intensive outreach programme has been 2 years in the preparation and will lead up to Easter. Trevor Newman talks to Evangelist Rico Tyce (All Souls' Church, London) and recently appointed FIEC Director, John Stevens, 2 key figures in this initiative, about the vision, practicalities and prayers for A Passion for Life.
   Link: A Passion for Life

First Broadcast  01/03/2010

The Life of Michael
Brian and Sally Hodges recently set up a care home for their son Michael and others like him. In today's programme, Tom Ward speaks to the Hodges as they share their inspiring story of raising a child with severe and complex disabilities, including Autism and Sensory Modulation Dysfunction.

First Broadcast  26/02/2010

Parody (Pt II)
Did you know that a good amount of the chart hits of the 50s and 60s started out as gospel music? Maybe you've heard a recent song and thought, "Great tune! Pity it isn't about God!" Well, in the US there is a love for Christian parodies of popular music... music where the lyrics are re-written for the glory of God. Today, Ian Marron speaks to J Jackson, vocalist and lyricist with 'that parody band', ApologetiX.
   Link: ApologetiX

First Broadcast  25/02/2010

Parody (Pt I)
Did you know that a good amount of the chart hits of the 50s and 60s started out as gospel music? Maybe you've heard a recent song and thought, "Great tune! Pity it isn't about God!" Well, in the US there is a love for Christian parodies of popular music... music where the lyrics are re-written for the glory of God. Today, Ian Marron speaks to Mark Bradford (Righteous Pop Music) and Ron Perry (Happy Days Productions) about their ministry.
   Link: Mark Bradford
   Link: Ron Perry

First Broadcast  24/02/2010