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On Life Issues we talk about the topics that affect our personal lives and our world - even the difficult topics, because we believe that our faith and our God have something to say on everything that touches us.

New episodes available every Monday.

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Do you think we should ban mobile phones in school? Do you think we should ban social media for under 16's? Should we all be pairing back on our social media use? Reports suggest that algorithams are addictive, so how do we guide young people through... more

Lets be honest most of us want to be liked, valued, appreciated but how far are we prepared to go to make that happen? We’re told that, as far as we are able we should live at peace with all, but that’s different to living a life to “please people” i... more

Did you know horses, chickens, guinea pigs- even fish can be used in animal-assisted therapy? In this week’s Life Issues with Vicky Gibbens, she finds out about the journey of one Christian Mum, Ali Colley, who was unexpectedly called by God to train... more

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We may have many dreams & expectations for our children, yet most of all we want them to be healthy. But for Karen & Gordon Palmer they discovered before their first daughter, Jennifer Grace, was even born, that she had multiple, life-threatening abn... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Wells
Content writer for CARE, Christian Action Research and Education; ordained in the Church of England; former secondary school teacher
CARE, Christian Action Research and Education
Episode: Doomscroll Dilemma
Andy Taylor
UK and Ireland director of LL Grange
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Episode: People pleasers, is that really what we want to be?
Cath Taylor
Director at LL Grange
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Episode: People pleasers, is that really what we want to be?
Ali Colley
Owner and founder of the business Hopes Therapy Dogs
Hopes Therapy Dogs
Episode: Hope’s Therapy Dogs
Karen Palmer
Author of Jennifer, A Life Precious to God
Author, psychologist/medical professional (as discussed)
Episode: Baby loss: Jennifer
Gordon Palmer
Husband of Karen Palmer, parent of Jennifer Grace
Pastoral role, Church of Scotland
Episode: Baby loss: Jennifer
NT Wright
Right Reverend Professor, world-renowned Bible scholar
University of Durham / SPCK publisher for this episode
Episode: 'Going to' heaven or God coming home to us?
Henrietta Blyth
CEO of Open Doors UK and Ireland
Open Doors UK and Ireland
Episode: Hope for and from the Persecuted Church
Emma Timms
Author of Faith Habits and How to Form Them
The Prayer Orchard; SPCK (publisher)
Episode: A spiritual rule to make good faith habits

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Helen Price
Host of Life Issues
Vicky Gibbens
Host of Life Issues
Paul Hammond
Host of Life Issues

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Excellent programme

    A real variety of topics dealt with, areas often neglected or taboo in some church circles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alegre17
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • When leaders fail

    Thanks, really good episode, helpful and orientating us in the church back to Jesus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah ogunsina
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring

    This show is so inspiring it makes me to now more about god and the creation of the world because no one really nows what happened was it a Big Bang did we come from evolution or were we created by god to love him and praise him. Thx for reading

    ✝️💟🙂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcastlistern-😋😛
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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A diverse range of topics, including faith, doubt, and personal growth, keeps discussions fresh and relevant.
Guest introductions and personal stories add depth and authenticity.
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People pleasers, is that really what we want to be?
Q: Let's start then at that key. What is the difference between being a people pleaser and having a servant heart, being a peacemaker or even just being kind?
The distinction hinges on the heart driving the action: one is rooted in a need for approval and fear, while the other aims to bless others genuinely; through self-awareness and prayer, one can cultivate a true servant heart without sacrificing boundaries or truth.
Baby loss: Jennifer
Q: How did you approach continuing ministry and memory after such a loss?
Karen and Gordon discuss keeping Jennifer present in church life, honoring memory through services, baptisms, and public remembrances, as well as writing and singing pieces that emerged from the experience.
Baby loss: Jennifer
Q: What happened on Jennifer's birthday and how did the birth and death unfold?
Gordon recounts the rapid delivery via C-section, the moment the baby was born and died within hours, and the emotional processing of that sudden outcome with family present.
Baby loss: Jennifer
Q: Karen, what about your response and where you were at?
Karen describes wrestling with faith, contrasting hope for healthy pregnancy with the reality of a harsh prognosis, and how her trust evolved through Holy Week and the support of their faith community.
'Going to' heaven or God coming home to us?
Q: How should Christians think about the afterlife and resurrection today?
Resurrection is the core hope, linking bodily life with God's renewed creation; believers should live today as agents of that new creation, not as people merely waiting to escape this world.

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Conversations center on personal life, faith, and everyday challenges through a Christian lens, covering doubt, relationships, mental health, family dynamics, and societal issues. Episodes frequently feature guests who share lived experiences, practical faith questions, and actionable insights—from doubt and scripture to sex, marriage, parenting, advocacy, and community support. The show stands out for weaving personal narratives with theological perspectives, inviting humility, grace, and honest exploration of how faith informs modern life.

Noteworthy aspects include a strong emphasis on community well-being, therapy and mental health, and empowering stories from diverse Christian voices, including leaders, authors, and practitioners. Thi... more

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1. Dan Wells
2. Andy Taylor
3. Cath Taylor
4. Ali Colley
5. Karen Palmer
6. Gordon Palmer
7. NT Wright
8. Henrietta Blyth

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