All People & Influential Figures articles – Page 16
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ShowsUnbelievable? Should Christians vote for Trump? Christina Rees, John Zmirak, Eric Metaxas & Tony Campolo
As the most bitter and controversial US election in history approaches its conclusion, Justin is joined by Christians of varying political persuasions. Donald Trump’s nomination has split evangelicals, but Hillary Clinton is also disliked by many in both parties. Former chair of Women And The Church, Christina Rees debates with John Zmirak, senior editor at conservative blog Stream.org.
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ArticleIt takes guts for celebrities to be open about their faith. We should support them
Heather Tomlinson says its not easy for Bear Grylls, Sally Phillips and Justin Bieber to be public about their faith
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ArticleHolly Ordway: How poetry led me from atheism to Christ
On National Poetry Day, poet, academic and chair of the department of apologetics at Houston Baptist University Holly Ordway explains how poetry led her to faith
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ArticleMartin Bashir: The Christian faith of the TV journalist who grilled Rob Bell
TV Journalist Martin Bashir is set to replace Caroline Wyatt as the religious affairs correspondent for the BBC. Katie Stock examines what role his Christian faith may play in his new role?
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ShowsUnbelievable? Kierkegaard: A Single Life - Stephen Backhouse & Jane Williams
Justin hears about the unusual life of Soren Kierkegaard in a theological edition of the show. Author Stephen Backhouse explains how the 19th Century theologian/philosopher has shaped the modern world and today’s Christian faith.
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ArticleHow Richard Dawkins led me to Jesus
The God Delusion may have been welcomed by many atheists. But the book has had a surprising effect on some people. In an article for the Dead Philosophers Society, Debra Babarsky explained how Richard Dawkins’ most infamous book led her to Christ
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ArticleRick Warren: My son's suicide and God's garden of grace
In April 2013, Rick Warren’s son Matthew took his life. Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day tomorrow a new report has revealed that Childline get a call every half an hour about a child contemplating suicide. Speaking to Premier Christianity magazine in 2014, the pastor of Saddleback church explained how he dealt with the tragedy
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ArticleDerren Brown: The miracle maker reveals his Christian past
The UK’s most famous mentalist and illusionist was once a Christian. Derren Brown talks to Justin Brierley about faith, storytelling and whether miracles really happen
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Article3 ways Theresa May's private Christian faith impacts her public politics
Following the news that Theresa May will be Britain’s next Prime Minister, Sam Hailes explains how her Christian faith may have impacted her political views
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ArticleWhy the Cliff Richard fiasco proves British justice is in a troubling state
Canon J John says hard questions need to be asked about the case of Sir Cliff Richard
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ArticleSally Phillips: How I became a Christian
The comedy actress known for her roles in Miranda and Bridget Jones talks about her Christian conversion and her campaign for Down’s syndrome equality
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ShowsSally Phillips- How I Became a Christian
The comedy actress known for her roles in Miranda and Bridget Jones talks about her Christian conversion and her campaign for Down’s syndrome equality
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Article5 authors you (probably) didn't know are Christians
We present five well known authors who have self-identified as being Christians
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ArticleMy unlikely friendship with the world's most notorious atheist
Christian apologist Larry Taunton tells the story of his friendship with the well known atheist Christopher Hitchens (1949-2011)
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ArticleDavid Wood: From Nihilism To New Life
As a young atheist, David Wood rebelled against society’s moral values and attempted to murder his father. In prison, his arguments with a Christian led him to salvation
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ArticleHow an atheist journalist became a Christian believer
The story of Peter Hitchens’ adult conversion to Christianity traced a very different path to that of his arch-atheist brother Christopher
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ArticleHow a world famous geneticist went from staunch atheist to Christian convert
Read the amazing testimony of Francis S. Collins, M.D, Ph.D
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Article10 reasons why Christians should thank Richard Dawkins
Christians are often upset by Richard Dawkins. But Heather Tomlinson believes we also have many reasons to thank the controversial atheist
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Article5 historical figures you (probably) didn’t know were Christians
Christianity has defined the history of the Western world. Although churchgoing has been the norm for centuries, the following key figures’ faith was also an important part of their life and work
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ArticleJ.John - filling the football stadiums again
Canon J.John has been sharing the gospel since the day he was converted 40 years ago. He tells Justin Brierley why his biggest challenge is yet to come
