Best Shane Meyer Podcasts (2024)

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Leadership Special Ali Campbell: ‘Developing new leaders’ 28:17

40m ago28:17

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Andy Peck chats with the Youth and Children's Ministry Consultant and manager and founder of Paraklesis, who has developed umpteen leaders, especially young people. They look at what attributes to seek in a potential leader, what red flags to look for and how to make sure our own ego doesn’t get in the way The Profile is brought to you by Premier C…

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Styles of Anger 39:43

2d ago39:43

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In this "Mastering Wellness" episode, we dive deep into the various anger styles with our special guest. From passive-aggressive behaviours to explosive outbursts, we explore how different anger styles manifest and impact our lives. Learn how to identify your anger style and discover strategies for managing it effectively. Whether you struggle with…

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Paralympian Karé Adenegan: Going for gold, rooted in Christ 49:26

4d ago49:26

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The motto of the London Olympics in 2012 was “Inspire a Generation”. For one eleven-year-old from Coventry whose disability meant she’d never been allowed to play sport at school, this slogan became a reality. Just four years later, Karé Adenegan would win three medals in the 2016 Rio Paralympics. In Tokyo, she added two more. Now 23, the softly sp…

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Leadership Special Stuart Gregg: ‘Leading a supernatural church’ 27:33

6d ago27:33

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Andy Peck talks with the co-founder of Celebrate Church, Bradford about his transition from a Baptist Church to develop a different kind of church with distinct values that seek God’s presence. They discuss his leadership of social enterprise projects which touch many hundreds locally and how to develop hope when we feel hope-less.The Profile is br…

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Sources of Anger 38:08

12d ago38:08

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Understanding the Sources of Anger | Mastering Wellness Podcast Welcome back to the Mastering Wellness Podcast! In today's episode, we dive deep into the sources of anger with a special guest, an anger management specialist. Discover the surprising triggers of anger, learn about the emotional and psychological factors at play, and gain practical ti…

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Rev Dr Sam Wells: The Bible is all about poverty 58:20

11d ago58:20

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Rev Dr Sam Wells has been described as one of the most influential public theologians in the world today. He's also the Vicar of St Martin-in-the-Fields, which is situated opposite Trafalgar Square in central London. The church is well known for hosting many musical and cultural events, but it is also bucking the trend of decline in the Church of E…

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Leadership Special Nigel Argall: ‘Managing your time well’ 28:57

13d ago28:57

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Andy Peck talks to the author of 'Do Manage Lead: Essential Bible Tools for leaders', about how to assess our tasks in the light of a wise focus for living. They look at tried and tested time-management tools, the role of personality and how not to make the whole exercise too legalistic. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK…

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Anger Myth 3 & 4 - External Factors and Permanent Traits 38:16

18d ago38:16

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Welcome to another episode of Mastering Wellness, where we tackle common misconceptions about anger and provide practical strategies for better emotional management. In today's episode, we focus on two pervasive myths:Anger is always a result of external factors.Anger is a permanent personality trait.Myth 1: Anger is Always a Result of External Fac…

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Leadership Special Mark Williamson: ‘Leading like Jesus’ 27:57

21d ago27:57

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Andy Peck talks with the founder of One Rock International about how to lead like Jesus, especially when the Gospels don’t give us a detailed account of how he led. They look at what elements of Jesus leading were transferable and the all-important question of how to do it. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK’s leading Chr…

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Did God Really Say Same-Sex Relationships Are Wrong? | Rebecca McLaughlin 45:47

21d ago45:47

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A cottage industry of authors and speakers has sprung up claiming that the Bible’s teaching on homosexual behavior has been misunderstood, and that Christians can affirm gay relationships. Shane welcomes author and apologist Rebecca McLaughlin to refute their most common arguments.

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Anger Management Myth 2: Venting Anger is Always Bad 37:47

26d ago37:47

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We tackle one of the most common misconceptions about anger management: "Venting Anger is Always Bad." Anger is a natural and often misunderstood emotion. While it’s important to handle anger constructively, the belief that venting anger is always harmful can be misleading. Join us as we delve into the complexities of anger expression and learn how…

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TV and film pioneer Norman Stone on why most Christian films are awful 55:50

25d ago55:50

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Norman Stone began his career in television as the youngest producer/director at the BBC. Moving from documentaries, and a pioneering children's show, into popular drama, Norman later achieved international success with the BAFTA award winning Shadowlands, a film about the love and loss experienced by C.S. Lewis through the death of his wife from c…

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Leadership Special Derek Tidball: ‘How the New Testament views leadership’ 35:55

25d ago35:55

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Andy Peck talks to the former Baptist Minister and Principal of London School of Theology about how the idea of leadership evolved in the New Testament era. They discuss how this translates to the very different size and style of church today and consider if leadership scandals might be avoided if we followed biblical principles.The Profile is brou…

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Anger Management | Debunking Anger Myth 1 33:23

1M ago33:23

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In This Episode, We Discuss:Common myths about anger and why they persist.The difference between anger as an emotion and anger as a behavior.Whether expressing or suppressing anger is more beneficial.The physiological impact of anger on the body.Cultural and gender perspectives on anger.How to navigate anger in relationships.Constructive uses of an…

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Spurgeon's College Principal Philip McCormack: From battlefield to Bible 59:22

1M ago59:22

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In this engaging interview, the principal of Spurgeon's College, Rev Prof Philip McCormack reflects on his work as a miltiary chaplain in Afghanistan, for which he received an MBE. Talking about the strong influence of faith from an early age he shares memories of attending Sunday school and the profound impact of witnessing the genuine faith and s…

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Leadership Special Mark Arnold: Leading through ‘neurodiversity’ 30:02

1M ago30:02

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Andy Peck talks with Mark Arnold, the Additional Needs Ministry Director for Urban Saints and the co-founder of the Additional Needs Alliance. They discus the neurodiversity language, how leaders can better lead those with additional needs and whether local churches are improving in their provision.The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christian…

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How Our Culture Punishes Parenting | Tim Carney 59:34

1M ago59:34

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Travel sports, stranger danger, busybody neighbors, housing prices, helicopter parenting, workism and more have conspired to make raising kids harder than it needs to be. Shane welcomes Tim Carney, author of Family Unfriendly, to explain where we went wrong and what a pro-family culture looks like. ________________ Show Notes: Family Unfriendly: Ho…

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Preston Perry: The poet and evangelist on brutal honesty, marriage problems and losing the argument 52:04

1M ago52:04

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The apologist and spoken word poet Preston Perry speaks to Emma Fowle about growing up in gangs, finding Christ and how God convicted him about his old approach to evangelism. Preston is the author of new book How to Tell the Truth: The story of how God saved me to win hearts – not just arguments (Hodder). You can also read this interview in Premie…

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Leadership Special Liam Johnston: ‘Chaplaincy on the railways’ 26:23

1M ago26:23

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Andy Peck talks with the executive director of the Railway Mission about his oversight of chaplains who serve across the mainland UK Rail Network. They discuss the current dispute between ASLEF and the Government, consider the challenges of fatalities that occur on average every 30 hours, and why the Mission’s work is such ‘good value for money’. T…

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Sarah Bessey's evolving faith 57:54

2M ago57:54

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The bestselling Christian author Sarah Bessey gives us a glimpse into her "evolving faith" in this week's edition of The Profile podcast. In reflecting on her spiritual journey thus far, Sarah explains how she's been able to hold onto faith during periods of turmoil, and why she retains a respect for a variety of church traditions and expressions. …

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Leadership Special Joel Harris: ‘Supporting young people’s mental wellbeing’ 26:33

2M ago26:33

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Andy Peck talks with the youth and student co-ordinator at Kintsugi Hope, a charity that was set up to support those with mental and emotional health challenges. They look at why we are all on a spectrum when it comes to mental health and how we can wisely have conversations that can assist young people and students who are finding things especiall…

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What Does it Mean to be ‘in Christ’? | Sam Allberry 58:52

2M ago58:52

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The term "Christian" is a rare one in the Bible. By far the most common way the New Testament describes followers of Jesus is "in Christ." Shane welcomes pastor and author Sam Allberry to explore the incredible meaning behind this mysterious phrase.

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Sheridan Voysey: The former DJ on leaving a cult, battling infertility and the power of friendship 52:29

2M ago52:29

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On this week's episode, Emma Fowle speaks to the Christian writer and broadcaster Sheridan Voysey. The Pause for Thought contributor shares about giving up his career as a club DJ and how he and his wife dealt with infertility. He also tells his personal story of leaving a Christain cult and updates us on his research into loneliness and friendship…

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Leadership Special Gayle Beebe: ‘Character through adversity’ 26:43

2M ago26:43

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Andy Peck talks with the president of Westmont College, a Christian Liberal Arts College in Santa Barbara, California about his book: The Crucibles that Shape Us: navigating the defining challenges of leadership. They discuss the 7 crucibles he outlines, the tumultuous times faced by the College, and which of the crucibles might be especially apt f…

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Is Intelligent Design Science? | Stephen Meyer 50:50

2M ago50:50

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Christians have long taught that God’s existence and power are evident in the world He has made. Yet secular, materialistic science says the universe looks exactly as we would expect if God didn’t exist. Shane welcomes philosopher of science Dr. Stephen Meyer in this interview from the 2023 Colson Center National Conference to explain why “the God …

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Leadership Special Shaun Lambert: ‘Leading mindfully’ 28:20

2M ago28:20

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Andy Peck talks with the author of ‘Mindful Formation: A Pathway to Spiritual Liberation’ about Christian mindfulness. What is the biblical backing for the idea? How might it function in a Christian leader’s life and be an antidote to extreme stress and anxiety?The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK's leading Christian magazi…

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Leadership Special Emma Ineson: ‘Leadership and ambition’ 25:52

3M ago25:52

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Andy Peck talks with Bishop Emma Ineson about her book, Ambition: What Jesus Said About Power, Success and Counting Stuff.They discuss when ambition is good and when it’s bad, how we serve before an ‘audience of one’ and why statistics can help the Church if used wisely and humbly. This was originally broadcast in 2019. The Profile is brought to yo…

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Will AI Enslave Us or Deify Us? | John Lennox 41:59

3M ago41:59

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Artificial intelligence has advanced by leaps and bounds, raising questions about freedom, privacy, truth, and what it means to be human. Is the future utopian or dystopian, and how do the worldviews of AI creators shape their technology? Shane welcomes Dr. John Lennox to answer these questions using his book, 2084: Artificial Intelligence and the …

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Shaun Escoffery on life on the West End stage and the faith which keeps him grounded 51:22

3M ago51:22

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Shaun is a West End veteran, having played Mufasa in the Lion King for over 16 years. He’s also a soul and RnB artist who has recorded six critically-acclaimed solo albums, and sung with stars including Beverley Knight, Angie Stone and Erykah Badu, as well as touring with Michael Ball and Alfie Boe.On today’s podcast, he shares his story of getting…

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Leadership Special Rich Gower & Rachel Walker: ‘Leadership and activism’ 26:07

3M ago26:07

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Andy Peck talks with the co-authors of ‘The Hopeful Activist: discovering the vital change you were made to bring’ about developing biblically based understanding of initiating political and social change. Rich has co-led Tearfund's policy and advocacy work on plastics and waste. Rachel has worked in communications for an international Christian ch…

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Kintsugi Hope's Patrick Regan on what Christians get wrong about mental health 56:03

3M ago56:03

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As part of mental health awareness week, Sam Hailes talks to Patrick Regan, founder of Christian mental health charity Kintsugi Hope on mediating between Jamaican gang leaders, facing criticism from fellow Christians, and why the Bible is full of wisdom on mental health.You can also read this interview on premierchristianity.comThe Profile is broug…

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Empowering Women in Medicine with Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker 37:48

3M ago37:48

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Women in medicine encounter unique challenges and opportunities. Five female physicians who formed a tight-knit bond during medical school have been actively examining these issues. Over the past few years, they have shared their experiences and developed strategies to support women in various aspects of their medical careers, including applying to…

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Leadership Special Jamie Phear: ‘Changing direction in your leadership’ 33:03

3M ago33:03

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Andy Peck speaks with Jamie Phear, former Professor of English in the US and now writing full time and helping women develop their calling. They discuss how calling may change over time and why having a regular retreat is so beneficial. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity, the UK's leading Christian magazine Subscribe now from $1/…

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Where Should Babies Come From? | Matthew Lee Anderson 1:03:30

3M ago1:03:30

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Forty years ago, Anglican theologian Oliver O’Donovan published a prophetic critique of reproductive technologies, arguing that humans should be begotten, not made. This week, Shane welcomes Baylor professor and theology of the body expert Matthew Lee Anderson to introduce us to O’Donovan’s argument using an updated second edition of O'Donovan's bo…

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Leadership Special Stephen Dempster: ‘Leading with the Bible in mind’ 22:13

3M ago22:13

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Andy Peck chats with Stephen Dempster, Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at Crandall University, New Brunswick, Canada about his recent book, Return of the Kingdom: a biblical theology of God’s Reign.They discuss how an understanding of the kingdom in the Bible informs the leadership of Christians today, look at why the Hebrew order of the Ol…

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Dr Aaron Edwards: The lecturer fired from a Bible College after tweeting on homosexuality 51:40

3M ago51:40

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These 47 words changed Dr Aaron Edwards’ life and career, potentially forever: “Homosexuality is invading the Church. Evangelicals no longer see the severity of this [because] they’re busy apologising for their apparently barbaric homophobia, whether or not it’s true. This *is* a ‘Gospel issue’, by the way. If sin is no longer sin, we no longer nee…

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Leadership Special Matt Hatch: ‘Developing a discipleship culture’ 26:18

3M ago26:18

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Andy Peck speaks with Matt Hatch, founder of Mosaic Church Leeds, and a leader of one of the congregations, about his book: Metamorphosis: Unlocking your spiritual transformation through healthy discipleship’. They talk about how his church approaches discipleship and the importance of the church leader remaining connected with people, and open to …

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Is Philosophy for Christians? | Ross Inman 56:40

4M ago56:40

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In Colossians 2:8, the Apostle warns us not to be taken captive by hollow and deceitful philosophy. Does this mean Christians shouldn’t seek wisdom outside or alongside of Scripture? To answer, Shane welcomes Dr. Ross Inman, author of Christian Philosophy as a Way of Life: An Invitation to Wonder.

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Former MI5 boss Lord Evans on his Christian faith 58:26

4M ago58:26

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Jonathan Evans, Baron Evans of Weardale has worked in espionage since the 1980s, eventually becoming the director general of MI5 (2007-13). In this interview with Tony Wilson, we hear about Lord Evans' Christian faith and how it has sustained him during difficult moments. A crossbench peer since 2014, Lord Evans also comments on what threats the UK…

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Giving Back and Finding Fulfillment Through Medical Missions With Dr. Brian Scannell 31:58

4M ago31:58

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Healthcare access is not equal across all countries around the world. Pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Scannell is actively working to address this issue. Recently, he resumed his passion for medical missions, embarking on a journey to provide essential care to underserved communities. In this episode of the Prosperous Doc Podcast, as Dr. Sca…

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Leadership Special Marcus Culverwell: ‘Influencing children through education’ 26:21

4M ago26:21

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Andy Peck speaks with Marcus Culverwell, head teacher of Reigate St Mary’s Preparatory and Choir School about his call to lead a school. They discuss how much influence a school might have on a child, and consider some themes from his book, ‘Would God go shopping’ and how he is able to help young people consider the wider world and their place in i…

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Gilead author Marilynne Robinson is reading Genesis 56:02

4M ago56:02

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The Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marilynne Robinson believes she’s proof that the world isn’t as antagonistic towards Christians as many assume. In this in depth conversation with Premier Christianity's Sam Hailes, she explains her love for Calvinism, why she's written a commentary (of sorts) on the book of Genesis and reveals how her theology has…

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Leadership Special Dave Law & Julian Shellard: ‘Transforming Work’ 27:59

4M ago27:59

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Andy Peck speaks with two men committed to Christians bringing the whole of their lives into the workplace, including their faith. Dave Law is an analytical chemist with Thames Water and Julian Shellard a lawyer with a global pharmaceutical company. They talk about how recent legislation actually encourages Christians to form Christian groups in th…

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Why Do Evangelicals Become Catholic? | Chris Castaldo 1:03:35

4M ago1:03:35

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The beauty, the tradition, the sense of authority and certainty about doctrine—these are some of the many reasons evangelicals join the Catholic Church. But are they making a fully informed decision? Shane welcomes Chris Castaldo, co-author of Why Do Protestants Convert? to offer a surprising answer.…

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Leadership special Paul Friend: ‘Leading with humility’ 27:53

4M ago27:53

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Andy Peck chats with Paul Friend, CEO of SWYM (South West Youth Ministries) about his book, ‘Fierce Humility: leading in the way of Jesus’.They discuss why Paul wrote the book, which elements of humility are toughest to explore and why humility stands against the self-promotion seemingly required in our social media age. The Profile is brought to y…

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Leadership special Simon Holley: ‘Sustainable leadership for the long haul’ 25:36

4M ago25:36

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Andy Peck chats with Simon Holley, the senior leader of Kings Arms Church Bedford and a leader of the Catalyst strategy team with Newfrontiers. They reflect on whether he still stands by his book, ‘Sustainable Power: creating a healthy culture of the supernatural in the church today’, ten years on; how he has stayed motivated working in the same ch…

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How Christ Can Redeem Environmentalism | Andrew Spencer 1:05:54

5M ago1:05:54

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Evangelicals are often suspicious of the environmental movement because of its fatalism and worship of the earth. But what if Christianity is the best foundation for environmental stewardship? Shane welcomes Dr. Andrew Spencer, author of Hope for God’s Creation. Andrew's book, Hope for God's Creation: Stewardship in an Age of Futility _____________…

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Aussie church planter Stephen McAlpine on why the gospel is 'suffer now, glory later' 49:53

5M ago49:53

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"Low grade, slow grade, slow cooked church changes you in ways you can't imagine." That's according to experienced church planter, author and cultural commentator Stephen McAlpine. In this interview with Premier Christianity's Sam Hailes, Stephen argues that regular, habitual church attendance is vital. "If you say, 'we'll go to this service, but n…

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Exploring Career Opportunities in the Pharma Industry for Clinical MDs with Dr. Nerissa Kreher 27:37

5M ago27:37

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Every physician has felt it before: You have a bad day or work is stressing you out, and you start imagining what life would be like if you were doing something else. Most of us shake it off after a good night's sleep, but what do you do if that feeling doesn't go away? You don't necessarily want to leave medicine with all the time you have investe…

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Leadership special Christian Szurko: ‘Why leaders go astray’ 37:58

5M ago37:58

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Andy Peck talks with Christian Szurko, the National Co-ordinator, DialogCentre UK who has been serving victims of spiritual abuse for over 50 years. They talk about why Christians in leadership fall into temptation, how we can guard ourselves and how we might help someone who has been spiritually abused? The Profile is brought to you by Premier Chr…

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