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The Persuasive Evangelism Podcast equips listeners to share their faith more effectively in a sceptical world. Andy Bannister (Solas) and Kristi Mair (Oak Hill College) chat to a guest who has a great story, a useful resource, or some other expertise that helps equip listeners to talk persuasively, winsomely, and engagingly with their friends, colleagues and neighbours about Jesus.

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Whether it's a young person encountering the first challenges to their childhood faith, or a curious person anonymously ordering a Bible online, it can be easy to be thrown off track by stories of slavery, animal sacrifice or other tricky topics foun... more

God reveals Himself to humanity in two "books" - the Bible and Creation. We're used to using the Bible to explain the gospel, but is it possible to use the natural world to draw people to Christ? Andy Bannister and Simon Wenham explore this possibili... more

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What does it really mean to live out your faith in the marketplace? In this episode of PEP Talk, Simon and Gavin sit down with Gideon Okoli for a powerful conversation about purpose, leadership, and influence beyond the church walls. Drawing inspirat... more

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Your church might have the best outreach programmes and top-notch facilities, or maybe its struggling to survive on a dying high street in a small market town. Either way, God surprises us with unexpected seekers, especially during this 'odd cultural... more

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Recent Guests

Gideon Okoli
Project manager and marketing strategist; advisory board member of Thrive network
Thrive network, Balmoral Group (former)
Episode: Marketplace Apostles (with Gideon Okoli)
Tom Wharin
Pastor of Chipping Sodbury Baptist Church, Gloucestershire
Chipping Sodbury Baptist Church
Episode: Unexpected Seekers (with Tom Wharin)
Aaron Eime
Director of CMJ UK (Church's Ministry Among Jewish People)
CMJ UK
Episode: Whose Messiah?: Evangelism to Jewish People (with Aaron Eime)
Adam Curtis
Minister in the Church of England; Living Out volunteer; author of A Better Love
Church of England, Living Out, The Good Book Company (publisher)
Episode: A Better Love: Sexual Identity and Sharing Christ (with Adam Curtis)
Peter S Williams
Philosopher, apologist and author of Stepping Stones to Christianity
Solas
Episode: The Good, The True, The Beautiful: Apologetics for Evangelism (with Peter S Williams)
Matt Lillicrap
Leader of Universities & Colleges Christian Fellowship (UCCF)
UCCF
Episode: Student Mission in 3-D (with Matt Lillicrap)
Greg de Blieck
Professional hymn writer with New Scottish Hymns Ministry
New Scottish Hymns Ministry
Episode: Music For Mission (with Greg de Blieck)
Mark Fleming
Founder of Sports Chaplaincy Scotland
Sports Chaplaincy Scotland
Episode: Playing the Long Game (with Mark Fleming)
Stephen Driscoll
Author and educator on technology and evangelism
Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (Canberra)
Episode: Evangelism in the Age of AI (with Stephen Driscoll)

Hosts

Gavin Matthews
Host of the show; Solas (Solas Centre for Public Christianity)
Simon Wenham
Co-host of the show
Steve Osmond
Host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Very Encouraging

    Helps spur me on to share my Faith wherever Im at - to be looking and ready for opportunities to share the Gospel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary in Maryvile
    United States2 years ago
  • Archaeology is awesome

    Andy, Kristi, Chris,

    Immense thanks for the latest episode 58 - the blend of passion, precision and applicability in what you spoke about archaeology, has inspired me and brought me joy. I wholeheartedly agree that when we find ourselves completely devoted to something, we find it incredibly easy to speak about it in any context, and it becomes much more likely that others will be intrigued.

    I’m convicted anew to share my faith; to be content with seeing curiosity before me and not necessarily... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeCausey
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Very practical. A great musical intro, which is key for any mediocre podcast. But this podcast is better than mediocre. I really like the emphasis on basics of both what are we about and how do you actually talk to people. Both of which can be easily overlooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    (jshf392(rhdi
    United States6 years ago
  • Good 1st episode

    Feel the length is right

    having x3 people on encourages good informed flowing dialogue

    will keep listening

    I actually heard about NUA series from a leaving secondary school pupil who used it in an SU group start up

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dannywilliamsdjw
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADB1974DD
    United Kingdom7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive feedback on guest diversity and thoughtful conversations
Engaging and practical for Christians sharing faith
High praise for balance of doctrine and real-world outreach
Listeners appreciate accessible, actionable evangelism guidance
Quality production and strong host dynamics

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Talking Points

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Our Survey Says... A Quiet Revival?
Q: How should churches approach engaging younger people with the Bible and faith in a post-hostility-to-openness culture?
The hosts discuss starting with giving a physical Bible, fostering group study, and using the Bible Society's Bible course to guide newcomers into the story of Scripture within a community setting.
Our Survey Says... A Quiet Revival?
Q: What practical implications does the survey have for everyday church life and evangelism?
Rob highlights the Lumino personas, the importance of understanding diverse profiles beyond simple Christian/non-Christian labels, and the need to engage people through relationships, community Bible study, and accessible Bible resources.
Our Survey Says... A Quiet Revival?
Q: Could you say a little bit about why the study is significant and how it was conducted?
Rob explains the two-phase study, large sample sizes (19,000 in 2018 and 13,000 in 2024), and the YouGov methodology, stressing statistical rigor and the value of comparing across time to understand shifts in attitudes toward the Bible and Christianity.
Storytelling That Reflects Christ (with Brooke Kehl)
Q: How should ordinary listeners prepare and balance personal reflection with outreach?
People should consider their own experiences of transformation, carry their faith stories responsibly, and seek opportunities to share those stories in everyday conversations, recognizing that evangelism doesn't require street-corner boldness but authentic testimony in community.
Storytelling That Reflects Christ (with Brooke Kehl)
Q: Can you share a couple of stories that illustrate this approach in action?
One vivid example involved a monastery case near the Belarus border where a couple asked for help for their son with cancer. Through bold yet loving statements about the stakes of faith, he read the Bible and later believed, with the family recognizing the power of the gospel in his healing journey.

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7. Greg de Blieck
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