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The J.John Podcast

The J.John Podcast

J.John 200 Episodes Aug 19, 2026

The J.John Podcast offers weekly encouragement and inspiration to strengthen your faith and help you share it with others. Each episode provides practical insights and uplifting messages for Christian living.

Episodes

Big Faith, Little Hearts // Facing the Canon with Colin Buchanan
Big Faith, Little Hearts // Facing the Canon with Colin Buchanan Aug 19, 2026 28:33 This week, J.John speaks with Colin Buchanan, an award-winning singer-songwriter and Australia’s number one Christian children’s artist. Together, they talk about how Colin began writing songs for children, the importance of building strong foundations in Jesus, and the joy of advancing God’s kingdom.
Salvation for Generations // Facing the Canon with Chip Kendall
Salvation for Generations // Facing the Canon with Chip Kendall Aug 12, 2026 28:25 This week, J.John speaks with Chip Kendall, musician, author and evangelist. Known for his dynamic and vibrant ministry in schools, Chip has spent years using music, storytelling and creativity to help young people explore the Christian faith.
The Language of God // Facing the Canon with Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD
The Language of God // Facing the Canon with Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD Aug 5, 2026 28:40 This week, J.John speaks with Francis Collins, who served as the director of the National Institute of Health for 12 years and directed the National Human Genome Research Institute. During this conversation, Francis reflects on his journey from atheism to faith, sparked by a simple yet profound question: "What do you believe?"
Winning the Spiritual Battle // Facing the Canon with Revd Dr Simon Vibert
Winning the Spiritual Battle // Facing the Canon with Revd Dr Simon Vibert Jul 29, 2026 28:57 This week, J.John is joined by Revd Dr Simon Vibert, who grew up in Jersey and reflects on his journey in Christian faith and ministry. In this conversation, he talks about living a distinctively Christian life, including learning to navigate times of spiritual challenge and periods of feeling under condemnation. He also considers the “armour of God” and what it means in everyday discipleship, off
Theology for Real Life // Facing the Canon with Lucy Peppiatt
Theology for Real Life // Facing the Canon with Lucy Peppiatt Jul 22, 2026 29:07 This week, J.John is joined by Lucy Peppiatt, theologian and President of Westminster Theological Centre, which equips people for ministry through accessible, part-time theological training. She is also the author of Rediscovering Scripture’s Vision for Women and teaches The Discipleship Course, both reflecting her commitment to thoughtful and accessible theological formation. Having spent time in
When Courage Calls // Facing the Canon with Dr Sarah C. Williams
When Courage Calls // Facing the Canon with Dr Sarah C. Williams Jul 15, 2026 29:26 This week, J.John is joined by Dr Sarah C. Williams, a historian with deep Christian roots as the granddaughter of evangelist Tom Rees and daughter of Jennifer Rees Larcombe.Trained in history at Oxford University, Sarah brings a rich historical perspective to faith and society, with a particular focus on the life and legacy of Josephine Butler and her impact as a pioneering social reformer. In th
Why I Still Believe // Facing the Canon with John Lennox
Why I Still Believe // Facing the Canon with John Lennox Jul 8, 2026 27:44 This week, J.John speaks with Professor John C Lennox, mathematician, author and Christian apologist. Together, they discuss his new autobiography and book "God, AI and the End of History", drawing out reflections from his life and faith story as they explore what Christianity means at its core.
Rhythm, Faith, and the Big Stage // Facing the Canon with Migdalia van der Hoven
Rhythm, Faith, and the Big Stage // Facing the Canon with Migdalia van der Hoven Jul 1, 2026 28:56 This week, J.John is joined by Migdalia van der Hoven, a professional drummer whose journey began in Mexico, growing up in a Christian and musical family and playing in church from the age of eight. After studying at Berklee College of Music, she went on to build a career performing at the highest level, including in London’s West End. In this conversation, Migdalia reflects on the realities of li
Can Prayer Change a City? // Facing the Canon with Debra Green
Can Prayer Change a City? // Facing the Canon with Debra Green Jun 24, 2026 29:04 This week, J.John is joined by Debra Green, who shares of encountering God in a deeply personal way on her wedding day. After going on to pastor Ivy Church in Manchester, Debra became increasingly aware of the challenges facing her city, once labelled “Gunchester,” and began gathering hundreds of churches to pray. In this conversation, she also shares from her own family life, including the arrest
The Jaw-Dropping Beauty of Jesus // Facing the Canon with Gary Wilkerson
The Jaw-Dropping Beauty of Jesus // Facing the Canon with Gary Wilkerson Jun 17, 2026 28:53 This week, J.John is joined by Gary Wilkerson, who reflects on a remarkable family heritage of Christian ministry, from a chaplain in the American Civil War to generations of revivalists and church leaders. As the son of David Wilkerson, Gary shares the story behind his father’s ministry, including his work with young people in New York, the well-known account of Nicky Cruz, and the founding of Wo
Profit into Purpose // Facing the Canon with Sir Peter Vardy
Profit into Purpose // Facing the Canon with Sir Peter Vardy Jun 10, 2026 28:45 This week, J.John is joined by Sir Peter Vardy, who shares his journey from leaving school with just one O Level in Music to building a major car dealership business employing over 6,000 staff and selling around 200,000 cars each year. Although he grew up in a Christian home, it was after leaving school that his faith became personal and began to shape the way he approached both life and work. In
Reinventing Church // Facing the Canon with Stuart Bell
Reinventing Church // Facing the Canon with Stuart Bell Jun 3, 2026 28:55 This week, J.John is joined by Stuart Bell, whose ministry spans more than 50 years, beginning as the son of a Methodist local preacher and playing in a Christian band, The Advocates. What started with discipling young people grew into Alive Church, now across six locations, and the Ground Level Network, connecting around 80 churches with a vision to reach communities “from the Humber to the Wash.

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