Online trends such as 'WitchTok', the psychedelic boom and interest in the occult, are evidence of our continuing fascination with the supernatural. However, encounters with these 'dark enchantments' are also turning many towards a Christian faith that is open to the 'weird'.
In this documentary episode I speak to Malcolm Duncan, Anna Morgan and Andy Crook about the growth of pentecostal and charismatic churches that practise prophecy, deliverance and healing. Tom Holland and James Drain also recount their unexpected miracle stories.
But not all miracles look the same. Following the devastating loss of his daughter Natasha, Nadim Ednan-Laperouse tells the story of the supernatural encounters that led him to faith in Christ.
'Responding To The Rebirth' - Glen Scrivener and I were joined by speakers Elizabeth Oldfield, Bishop Mike Royal, Prof John Lennox, Dai Woolridge, Rhiannon McAleer, Al Gordon, Rev Daniel French and Sarah Yardley.
I present highlights from the London conference, including, talks, videos, panel conversations and audience Q&A.
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MP Danny Kruger's viral speech on the Christian foundations of Britain was delivered to an empty parliament. Kruger tells me why his speech resonated with so many, but also shares his concerns about the rise of far right Christian nationalism in the UK.
Andrew Ollerton is a theologian and pastor who works with the Bible Society and developed The Bible Course. His latest publication is ‘God’s Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's 7 Toughest Topics’. A significant rise in Bible sales has been reported in the past year… as people apparently seek re-enchantment through the story of Scripture, what sort of questions will they encounter along the way? And can Andrew help to make sense of them? He joins me and Belle to re-enchant... the Bible’s embarrassing bits.
Rich Villodas is the Brooklyn-born lead pastor of New Life Fellowship in New York City. He is the author of several books including the award winning 'Deeply Formed Life'.
He joins me and Belle to talk about his new book 'Waiting For Jesus - An Advent Invitation to Prayer and Renewal'.
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