006 Let’s Have an Adventure (Resurrection Year excerpt) [Podcast]
In this episode of More Than This I release a new excerpt of my forthcoming book Resurrection Year, and read all three excerpts so far released. While previous excerpts reflected the 'broken' and ‘recovery’ sides of the story, this piece reflects the bridge between when hope starts to bud.
005 One Hilarious Chat with Adrian Plass
I’m often asked to name a favourite radio interview I’ve done and this 2001 conversation is always on the list. Adrian Plass is a British writer, speaker, poet and humorist. In this interview we talk about finding the funny side of life and church. Little did I know in 2001 just what this interview would
004 Why Does God Hide? [Podcast]
Why is God invisible? Why doesn't he 'appear' in front of us? Even when he does appear, he comes disguised as a pillar of cloud, a whisper, or a burning bush, and even Jesus - God in human form - wasn't instantly recognisable after his resurrection. So why does God so love to hide? In
003 The Nick Vujicic Interview [Podcast]
Imagine entering life without arms or legs. In 1982 Nick Vujicic was born with the rare Tetra-amelia disorder, a condition which still baffles doctors today. Yet, with one small foot and a lot of faith, Nick is living a most extraordinary life and bringing hope to millions.
002 Following God into the Unknown
The African Impala is a deer-like animal that can jump to great heights, yet be contained in any zoo with just a one metre high wall. Why? Because it won't jump if it can't see where it's feet will land. That's like many of us: we won't take a leap of faith unless we know
001 The Philip Yancey Interview
Where is God When it Hurts? What’s So Amazing About Grace? The Jesus I Never Knew. Prayer. Philip Yancey sits in his den tapping out books that inspire millions. In this inaugural episode of More Than This, Yancey reveals something his personal life and answers listener's questions.
The God of Surprises
How do you get the attention of a world that thinks it knows what Jesus is all about, when it is often only familiar with misconceptions? You do what Jesus did—you tell surprising, beguiling, captivating stories. A piece written for the #BigRead13 Lent event, with former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams.
An Easter Parable
Imagine for a moment that you’re a member of an organised crime ring with connections to corrupt city authorities. Imagine that you discover someone who knows your gang’s every deed—every scheme, every secret, every deal, all the money trails. One night you decide to round him up. He has to be silenced.