The Way UK is a podcast that challenges common assumptions about Christianity and discusses topics that matter. It is produced in partnership with CofE Digital Projects, the digital arm of the Church of England. The show aims to engage listeners in thoughtful conversations about faith and life.
Episodes
WHAT CHRISTIANS GET WRONG ABOUT SUFFERING | ALANZO PAUL
Join Zoe and Jasper for an incredibly powerful conversation with Alanzo Paul, theologian, apologist, and director of Reboot at the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, as they explore his journey from hard drugs addiction and near death to discovering Jesus, and how the Christian worldview uniquely addresses the deepest questions of evil, suffering, and meaning in life.
This episode dives deep
THE PODCAST FOR THOSE SCARED TO EVANGELISE | GREG STIER
Join Jasper and Michelle for an incredibly powerful conversation with Greg Steer, author, speaker, evangelist, and founder of Dare to Share, as they explore his journey from growing up in a family of bodybuilding thugs to discovering Jesus, and how one hillbilly preacher's boldness sparked a global movement equipping young people to share the gospel with confidence and love.
Sign up to be part of
HOW FORMER PRO-FOOTBALLER JOHN BOSTOCK FOUND JESUS AND STARTED A WORLDWIDE FOOTBALL MINISTRY
Join Michelle and Jasper for an incredibly powerful conversation with John Bostock, former professional footballer and founder of Ballers in God, as they explore his journey from rising star at Crystal Palace to discovering his true identity in Christ, and how God is transforming the world of football through prayer, community, and bold faith.
Hear John's story of growing up in South London where
AI WILL CHALLENGE OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS
Join Jasper and Michelle for an incredibly powerful conversation with Tom Cozens, film director and founder of Owl in Space, as they explore the world of artificial intelligence, the race to superintelligence, and what it means to hold onto hope in Christ when technology threatens to replace humanity.
We also discuss Tom's latest short film, Moloch, which explores the systems that drive humanity t
HOW THE ALPHA COURSE STARTED | NICKY & PIPPA GUMBEL ON MILLIONS OF LIVES IMPACTED
Join Jesse and Xenia for an incredibly special conversation (recorded in November 2025) with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, the visionaries behind Alpha, one of the most effective evangelism tools the Western church has ever seen.
Hear the beautiful story of how they met, navigated the friend zone, got engaged without a ring, and eventually stepped into decades of ministry together.
00:00 Introduction an
WHO IS JESUS? FULLY GOD & FULLY MAN | 1 JOHN 5 QUICK BIBLE STUDY
Join Michelle and Jasper for a deep-dive, quick Bible Study of 1 John 5. This chapter has SO MUCH in it! We’ll be unpacking what it means to be born of God, why loving God means keeping his commands, how Jesus came by water and blood as fully God and fully man, the confidence we have in approaching God's throne, and why our identity as children of God sets us free from the cycle of sin and the con
ARE GEN Z TURNING TO CATHOLICISM? | MILLENNIAL CATHOLIC VS GEN Z CHRISTIAN
Join Zoe and Solomon for a remarkable conversation with Greg Finn, a full-time missionary in the Catholic Church, as he shares what it means to be a Catholic, the beauty of Holy Mass and the Eucharist and the power of confession.
Greg is the founder of Mark 10 Mission, a ministry reaching tens of thousands of children each week in Catholic schools, and The Redeemed, a social media movement helping
1 JOHN 4 QUICK BIBLE STUDY | PERFECT LOVE DRIVES OUT FEAR
Join Zoe and Jasper for an incredibly powerful exploration of 1 John 4, unpacking what it means to recognise false teaching, why God is love and how his perfect love drives out fear.
You can see Jasper’s testimony here: https://youtu.be/XtTYp7_m2wI
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
01:40 Verses 1-6: Testing the Spirits and Recognising Truth
05:11 The Antichrist and Being On Guard
09:15 Ve
WHAT IS CATHOLICISM? | SAINTS, MARY & UNITY ACROSS DENOMINATIONS
Join Solomon and Zoe for an incredibly insightful conversation with Gabriel Carberry, a theologian, worship leader, and charismatic Catholic, as he shares what it means to be Catholic. This episode covers the incarnation that shapes Catholic faith and practice, why Catholics honour Mary and the saints, the role of the Pope, and how Christians across different traditions can come together in unity
1 JOHN 3 QUICK BIBLE STUDY | WHAT IS YOUR TRUE IDENTITY?
Join Solomon and Ben for a deep-dive of 1 John 3. In this quick-fire bible study, they’ll be unpacking what it means to be called children of God, why walking in love,and why forgiveness and love in action are the evidence that we have passed from death to life.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
02:01 Verses 1-3: Children of God and Future Hope
04:30 The Mystery of Becoming: Identity and Transf
NEGATIVE THOUGHTS & COMPARISON | BIBLICAL FEMININITY Q&A
Join Michelle and Zoe for a deeply honest Q&A conversation about biblical femininity, identity in Christ, and what it means to be a woman who loves God.
Make sure to follow us on Instagram to be involved in our future Q&A episodes!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
00:33 What Is Biblical Femininity?
04:34 Biblical Women Who Inspire: Mary of Bethany, Hannah, and Deborah
11:33 The Pressure of
1 JOHN 2 QUICK BIBLE STUDY (PART 2)
Join Zoe and Michelle for an incredibly powerful exploration of 1 John 2:18-29, unpacking what it means to live in the last hour, how to recognise false teaching and those who deny that Jesus is the Christ, why the Holy Spirit anoints us and teaches us all things, and why continuing in him means we can stand confident and unashamed when Jesus returns.
Sign up to be Chosen here: https://www.worl
WHAT IS BIBLICAL MASCULINITY? | Q&A
Join Solomon and Ben for an incredibly powerful and deeply honest Q&A about Godly masculinity, identity, and what it means to build your confidence in Christ. Ben shares his journey of walking with God for eight years, wrestling with insecurity and pride, and discovering that both are two sides of the same coin rooted in self-assessment rather than finding identity in who God says we are.
Sign
1 JOHN 2 QUICK BIBLE STUDY (PART 1)
Join Michelle and Zoe for an incredibly powerful exploration of 1 John 2: 1-17. This episode unpacks what it means to have Jesus as our advocate, why obedience to God's commands flows from love rather than fear, and why we're called to live for eternity rather than the fleeting desires of this world.
Sign up to be Chosen and part of the story in Malawi here: https://www.worldvision.org.uk/churc
1 JOHN 1 QUICK BIBLE STUDY
Join Zoe and Solomon for an incredibly powerful exploration of 1 John chapter 1, unpacking what it means to walk in the light as God is in the light, why confession and repentance are essential to living in fellowship with God and one another, how Jesus as the Word of Life brings together the eternal and the physical in his divinity and humanity, and why the blood of Jesus purifies us from all sin
HOW ONE STUDENT SAW 50% OF HIS YEAR EXPLORE FAITH | JACK LAYZELL'S STORY
Join Zach and Michelle for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Jack Layzell as he shares his story of running Alpha in his school and at university, where over half his year group came to explore faith. Jack now works full-time at Alpha, supporting student ministry across the UK. This episode was recorded as part of On Set with Alpha.
Head to https://www.alpha.org to explor
STAGE 3 CANCER & THE PEACE THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING | DAVID LOCHHEAD'S STORY
Join Michelle and Solomon for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with David Lochhead, founder of Stream Studios and co-founder of Finlay & Co. David shares his remarkable journey from building a successful sunglasses brand to surviving stage three bowel cancer during lockdown and then creating a ministry dedicated to reaching friends who've drifted from faith. There’s even a par
"YOU HAVEN'T SEEN POVERTY." | SAMUEL MBURA'S REMARKABLE JOURNEY
Join Zoe and Solomon for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Samuel Mbura, a journalist and advocate for social justice, as he shares his remarkable journey from growing up in extreme poverty in rural Ghana to becoming a voice for his community with the help of World Vision, and how their sponsorship not only transformed his life but gave dignity, opportunity, and hope to hi
PSALM 47 QUICK BIBLE STUDY
Join Zach and Zoe for an incredibly powerful exploration of Psalm 47, unpacking why celebration and worship are not separate but beautifully intertwined expressions of our love for God. What’s better is that it’s only 20 minutes long!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
01:16 Reading Psalm 47: A Song of Celebration and Victory
02:38 The Jewish New Year Tradition: Trumpets and Celebration
03:55
SHAME, PROPHECY, AND HEARING GOD'S VOICE | Q&A
Join Solomon and Michelle for an honest and engaging Q&A episode as they dive into your questions about faith, walking with God, hearing His voice, dealing with shame, and navigating prophecies online, unpacking what it means to let discipline rather than emotion drive your relationship with God, why peace is both a feeling and a person found in Jesus, and how the best way to present the gospel is
PSALM 16 QUICK BIBLE STUDY | FINDING JOY IN GOD'S PRESENCE
Join Zach and Izzy for an incredibly powerful exploration of Psalm 16, unpacking what it means to take refuge in God even in times of trouble, how delighting in God's people reflects our love for Him, why the Lord Himself is our portion and beautiful inheritance rather than earthly possessions, and how keeping our eyes fixed on God leads to fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore.
PSALM 16 E
GEN Z VS BISHOP | GRAHAM TOMLIN'S REMARKABLE FAITH JOURNEY
Join Zach and Zoe for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Graham Tomlin, theologian, author, and former Bishop, as he shares his journey from teenage atheism and reading Nietzsche in rebellion against his Christian upbringing, to rediscovering faith through the witness of Christian friends and the peace they embodied, to becoming a scholar who sees theology not as optional i
PSALM 127 QUICK BIBLE STUDY (ONLY 5 VERSES!)
Join Zach and Izzy for an exploration of Psalm 127, unpacking what it means to build your life on the Lord rather than your own efforts, why working hard without God leads to emptiness no matter how successful you become, and how children and community are not burdens but blessings that extend God's legacy through generations. This episode dives deep into Solomon's wisdom as both the builder of th
LEAVING ONLYFANS FOR JESUS | KATIE SALMON'S RADICAL TRANSFORMATION
Join Zach and Izzy for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Katie Salmon, a former glamour model, reality TV star, and OnlyFans creator who encountered Jesus at the darkest point of her life and experienced a radical transformation. Together, they explore Katie's journey from a broken childhood marked by addiction and trauma, to seeking validation through the adult entertainm
WHEN FRIENDS LEAVE BECAUSE OF YOUR FAITH | Q&A
Join Zoe and Ella for an honest conversation as they dive into your questions about faith, friendship, and following Jesus. We also dive into how The Way UK prepares their Bible study videos and whether we’ll be at Big Church Fest this summer!
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
01:29 Feeling Unmotivated to Spend Time With God
03:36 Setting Routine and Taking Pressure Off
06:45 How The Way UK Pre
JOHN 4 EXPLAINED | THE WOMAN AT THE WELL WITH BIBLE SCHOLAR BELLE TINDALL
Join Zoe and Solomon for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Belle Tindall, a Johannine scholar with a doctorate in John 4. Together, they explore the story of the woman at the well, unpacking what it means to encounter Jesus at the point of our deepest disqualification, how Jesus dignifies and restores her by revealing himself as the Messiah, and why her instinctive come an
PSALM 24 EXPLAINED | WHO CAN STAND IN GOD'S PRESENCE?
Join Zach and Solomon for an incredibly powerful exploration of Psalm 24, unpacking what it means to recognise that the earth is the Lord's and everything in it, who can ascend the mountain of the Lord with clean hands and a pure heart, and how the King of Glory enters through the gates not as an invader but as the rightful owner returning home. This episode dives deep into the majestic opening de
FROM EMBARRASSED CHRISTIAN TO THEOLOGIAN | BELLE TINDALL'S STORY
Join Zach and Zoe for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Belle, a scholar, podcaster, and writer, as she shares her journey from growing up in a Christian family in rural Wales while being deeply embarrassed about her faith, to becoming a theologian who writes about spirituality, the wilderness, and what it means to meet people where they're at with genuine curiosity and ge
PSALM 1 EXPLAINED | QUICK BIBLE STUDY
Join Zach and Izzy for an incredibly powerful exploration of Psalm 1, unpacking what it means to walk in the way of the righteous versus the way of the wicked, how meditating on God's word day and night transforms us into trees planted by streams of water, and why true blessing comes not from following the counsel of the wicked but from delighting in the instruction of the Lord. This episode dives
WHAT DOES GOD SAY ABOUT WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP? | BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE WITH SARAH YARDLEY
Join Izzy and Solomon for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Sarah Yardley as she shares her radical journey from growing up in a revival church in California, moving to the UK at age 30 to lead a Christian festival in Cornwall, and ultimately becoming the senior leader of a multi-site church, having grown up being told that women couldn't preach.
00:00 Introduction and Epi
PSALM 27 QUICK BIBLE STUDY
Join Izzy, Zoe, and Solomon as they dive deep into Psalm 27 in just 30 minutes! The guys explore David's powerful declaration that the Lord is his stronghold and refuge, revealing how his response to danger and despair was not to strategise or panic but to dwell in the house of the Lord, gaze on His beauty, and worship in the presence of his enemies.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
00:56 Read
UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 | 30-MINUTE BIBLE STUDY
Join Zoe, Izzy, and Solomon as they launch an exciting new 30-minute Bible study series exploring the Psalms, beginning with Psalm 23, unpacking what it means to trust God as our shepherd, how He leads us beside still waters and through dark valleys, and why declaring the Lord is my shepherd means recognizing ourselves as sheep who are wholly dependent, vulnerable, and in need of His guidance, pro
WHO WAS BETTER - MARY OR MARTHA? | LUKE 10 BIBLE STUDY
Join Izzy, Zoe, and Michelle for the final episode of the encounters with Jesus series as they explore the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10, unpacking what it means to sit at the feet of Jesus in the midst of busyness, why Jesus gently corrects Martha not to condemn her but to call her higher, and how both serving and sitting are essential but one thing is needed above all else. This episode di
THE RICH YOUNG RULER: WHEN WEALTH BECOMES AN IDOL | LUKE 18 BIBLE STUDY
Join Zach and Zoe for an incredibly powerful exploration of the story of the Rich Young Ruler in Luke 18, unpacking what it means to move from performance-based religion to surrendered discipleship, why Jesus invites us to examine what has taken the throne in our hearts, and how true eternal life is found not in what we do but in who we follow. This episode dives deep into the encounter between Je
WHEN FAITH LEADS TO PRISON: TRUE STORIES OF MIDDLE EASTERN BELIEVERS
Join Solomon and Zoe for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving second conversation with Micah Studer as he unpacks how living in the Middle East radically transformed his understanding of Jesus, what it means to follow a God who doesn't promise comfort but promises His presence in suffering, and why the Western gospel of following your heart and living your dreams is fundamentally at odds with
WHAT OBSTACLES ARE KEEPING YOU FROM JESUS? | LUKE 19 BIBLE STUDY
Join Zoe, Solomon, and Michelle for an incredibly powerful exploration of the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19, unpacking what it means to pursue Jesus despite obstacles, how grace calls us by name before we ever make the first move, and why true salvation manifests itself in radical generosity and restored relationships. This episode dives deep into the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus, a despi
LOVING MUSLIM PEOPLE IN A WORLD OF HATRED | MICAH STUDER'S TESTIMONY
Join Zoe and Solomon for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Micah Studer as he shares his radical journey from growing up in Washington state, discovering a calling to love his enemies in the midst of war, moving to the Middle East at age 20, and learning what it truly means to bear witness to Jesus by simply being present, listening well, and letting the Holy Spirit prepar
WHAT IS GOD CALLING YOU TO LEAVE BEHIND? | LUKE 5:1-11 BIBLE STUDY
Join Zoe, Zach, and Michelle as they kick off a brand new four-part bible study series exploring the encounters Jesus had with people throughout the New Testament, beginning with the Call of Peter in Luke 5:1-11, unpacking what it means to move from reluctant obedience to radical surrender, why Jesus invites us out into the deep water to meet with him, and how God wants to use what you already do
THE PARABLE OF THE WICKED TENANTS | LUKE 20 | BIBLE STUDY
Join Izzy, Zoe, and Zach as they conclude their powerful parable series with the Parable of the Wicked Tenants in Luke 20, unpacking what it means to steward what God has entrusted to you, why the gospel message is both offensive and gracious, and how Jesus directly confronted the religious leaders who rejected God's messengers and ultimately His own Son. This episode dives deep into Jesus' challe
FROM WORTHLESS TO WORTHY: HOW GOD REDEEMED BEN'S IDENTITY
Join Zoe and Zach for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Ben as he shares his radical journey from growing up in a Christian family, experiencing seven years of severe bullying at boarding school, crying out to God in desperation at age 17, and discovering what it truly means to be known, loved, and called by name through the transformative power of Jesus and the faithfulne
LAZARUS & THE RICH MAN: THE UPSIDE DOWN KINGDOM | LUKE 16
Join Zach, Izzy, and Zoe as they dive deep into the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus in Luke 16, exploring what it truly means to steward what God has given you, why faith produces a heart posture of love towards others, and how the upside-down kingdom of God challenges everything we think we know about wealth, poverty, and eternity. This episode unpacks Jesus' powerful story about a rich man c
THE DANGER OF AMBITION & THE POWER OF A SOFT HEART | TEBO MPANZA
Join Zach and Michelle for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Tebo Mpanza as he shares his radical journey from growing up in South Africa surrounded by cultural Christianity, navigating identity and faith as a teenager in England, and discovering what it truly means to keep a soft heart in a world that rewards hardness, ambition, and self-protection. This episode unpacks w
STRUGGLING WITH PRAYER? YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS
Join Izzy, Michelle, and Zach as they unpack the Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18, exploring what it truly means to pray without giving up, why God is nothing like the unjust judge, and how persistence in prayer transforms us rather than persuading a reluctant God. This episode kicks off week two of the parables series, diving into Jesus' powerful story about a widow who relentlessly pur
SUFFERRING WITH CHRONIC PAIN? LISTEN TO THIS
Join Zoe and Michelle for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Martha Stringer as she shares her radical journey from striving to be the best Christian, burning out in ministry, suffering with chronic pain and learning what it truly means to rest in God's love rather than perform for it. This episode unpacks what it looks like to move from competitive faith to surrendered tru
WHY PEOPLE SAY NO TO GOD (Without Realising It) | LUKE 14
Join Zach, Zoe, and Izzy for an eye-opening exploration of the Parable of the Great Banquet in Luke 14, unpacking what it means to accept God's invitation, why people say no to Him without even realising it, and how we're called to extend radical generosity and hospitality to those on the margins. This episode kicks off a brand new parable series, diving into Jesus' powerful story about a master w
1 THESSALONIANS 5 | THE END TIMES & A HOLY KISS?
Join Izzy and Zoe as they conclude their deep dive into 1 Thessalonians, unpacking chapter 5 and exploring what it means to stay spiritually awake, prepare for Christ's return, and live out faith with radical intentionality in a world that desperately needs hope. This episode tackles one of the most discussed yet misunderstood topics in Scripture: the second coming of Jesus, why we don't need to f
IF YOU GREW UP WIHOUT A DAD, YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS
Join Michelle and Zoe for an incredibly powerful and deeply moving conversation with Jordan Deen as he shares his radical journey from growing up without a father in Slough to discovering what it truly means to be a son through the transformative love of Jesus and the faithfulness of the church. This episode unpacks what it looks like to move from spiritual orphanhood to divine sonship, from perfo
1 THESSALONIANS 4 | SEXUAL PURITY, WORK & THE SECOND COMING
Join Izzy and Zach as they continue their deep dive into 1 Thessalonians, unpacking chapter 4 and exploring what it means to live in holiness, honour God with your body, and hold onto hope in the face of death and the return of Christ. This episode tackles some of the most challenging and countercultural teachings in Scripture, from sexual morality in a culture that looks nothing like God's design
HOW TO SHARE JESUS WITHOUT BEING CRINGE | GLENN SCRIVENER
Join Zoe and Zach for an incredibly powerful and practical conversation with Glen Scrivener as he shares what it truly means to be an evangelist, why storytelling is the most aggressive form of communication, and how evangelism flows from being captivated by Christ rather than mastering techniques. This episode is for anyone who feels like evangelism is the most talked-about but least practised th
1 THESSALONIANS 3 | LOVE & THE POWER OF PRAYER
Join Izzy and Zach as they unpack 1 Thessalonians 3, exploring what it means to encourage one another in faith, stand firm through persecution, and pray with passion and purpose. This episode examines Paul's powerful example of sending Timothy to strengthen the Thessalonian church, the importance of preparing believers for suffering rather than promising easy faith, and the radical call to pray ni
FROM ATHEIST TO BELIEVER | LUKE THORNTON'S TESTIMONY
Join Izzy and Zach for an incredibly powerful conversation with Luke Thornton as he shares his radical journey from being a passionate atheist who debated Christians to encountering the truth of Jesus and discovering that faith is not opposed to reason but deeply grounded in it. This episode unpacks what it truly means to search for truth with intellectual honesty, the moment everything changed wh
1 THESSALONIANS 2 | WERE PAUL'S MOTIVES GOOD?
Join Michelle, Zoe, and Sam as they continue their deep dive into 1 Thessalonians, unpacking chapter 2 and exploring what true ministry looks like—boldness in the face of opposition, humility in leadership, and love that mirrors both a nursing mother and an encouraging father. This episode examines Paul's powerful example of proclaiming the gospel with pure motives, not seeking praise from people
WHAT IT REALLY MEANS TO BE A FAMILY ON MISSION
Join Michelle for an incredibly honest and powerful conversation with Dan and Marina as they share their journeys from radical obedience to God's call into missions, navigating cross-cultural relationships, and building a life together as a family on mission. This episode unpacks what it truly means to hear God's voice, trust His provision when you have nothing, and keep saying yes to the next ste
1 THESSALONIANS 1 | FAITH, HOPE & LOVE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION
Join Zach and Izzy for an exciting new Bible study series as they dive into 1 Thessalonians, exploring what it means to live out faith so radically that it transforms entire communities and spreads far beyond your own context. This episode unpacks 1 Thessalonians 1, looking at the powerful story of the early church in Thessalonica, a young community of believers who faced extreme persecution yet b
THE TRUTH ABOUT ONLYFANS | VICTORIA SINIS
Join Michelle and Zoe for an incredibly powerful and eye-opening conversation with Victoria as she shares her radical journey from helping build one of Australia's biggest OnlyFans agencies to encountering the transformative love of Jesus and walking away from a multimillion-dollar industry in just five days. This episode pulls back the curtain on the reality of OnlyFans, exposing the manipulation
HOW A DEMONIC ENCOUNTER IN BALI LED ME TO CHRIST
Join Xenia and Jesse for an incredibly powerful conversation with West as he shares his radical journey from chasing success in the music industry to encountering spiritual darkness in Bali and discovering the transformative love of Jesus. This episode unpacks what it truly means to find identity beyond achievement, the danger of performance-driven living, and the freedom found in simply being lov
I LEFT MEDICINE TO FOLLOW GOD'S CALLING
Join Michelle and Zoe for an incredibly honest and powerful conversation with Danny Aduakwa (aka Danny Tries Things) as he shares his journey from performance-driven faith to discovering what it truly means to be loved by God as a son, not for what you do, but for who you are. This episode unpacks the weight of growing up as a first-generation British child in a Ghanaian household, the pressure of
EPHESIANS 6 | ARMOUR OF GOD & SPIRITUAL WARFARE
Join Xenia and Michelle as they wrap up the Ephesians Bible study series with an incredible deep dive into chapter 6—a powerful passage about living out your faith in everyday relationships, standing firm in spiritual battle, and being equipped with the full armour of God. This episode unpacks practical truths about honouring parents without losing yourself, serving wholeheartedly in every context
EPHESIANS 5 | WHAT THE BIBLE REALLY SAYS ABOUT MARRIAGE & SUBMISSION
Join Izzy, Zach, and Xenia as they continue the Ephesians Bible study series, diving deep into chapter 5—a powerful passage about imitating Christ, living in the light, and understanding what it truly means to submit to one another in love. This episode unpacks practical truths about walking as children of light, being filled with the Spirit, and what biblical submission actually looks like in our
HOW TO OVERCOME FEAR AS A CREATIVE | JOSHUA LUKE SMITH & CEPHAS AZARIAH
Join Jesse and Michelle for an incredible conversation as they sit down with Cephas Azariah and Joshua Luke Smith to explore the intersection of faith and creativity—why we create, how God is involved in our creative process, and what it means to live as a Christian creative in today's world. This episode has been repurposed from a seminar at Wildfires Festival last summer. It is packed with hones
EPHESIANS 4 | HUMILITY, SPIRITUAL GIFTS & RENEWING YOUR MIND
Join Jesse, Izzy, and Mateus as they continue the Ephesians Bible study series, diving deep into chapter 4—a powerful passage about living worthy of your calling, unity in the body of Christ, and putting off your old self to embrace the new life Jesus offers. This episode unpacks practical truths about what it means to walk in humility, gentleness, and patience while navigating the real challenges
NAVIGATING DATING, PURITY & FINDING THE ONE | RELATIONSHIPS Q&A
Join Jesse and Xenia for an incredible Q&A session recorded live at Wildfires Festival 2025, featuring special guests Tim and Rachel Hughes (worship leaders and church planters from Gas Street Church in Birmingham) and Catherine Hill (author and expert on marriage and parenting). This episode tackles the real, honest questions young people are asking about dating, purity, finding the one, and navi
EPHESIANS 3 | UNDERSTANDING GOD'S MYSTERY & YOUR IDENTITY IN CHRIST
Join Jesse, Xenia, and Izzy as they continue the Ephesians Bible study series, diving deep into chapter 3—a powerful passage about mystery, grace, and the boundless love of Christ! This episode unpacks Paul's revelation of the gospel mystery: that through Jesus, Gentiles and Jews are heirs together, members of one body, united in Christ. Let's explore Ephesians 3!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https:
HOW JESUS REACHED A MUSLIM IN MECCA | JOHN GHANIM'S RADICAL CONVERSION TO CHRISTIANITY
Join Izzy and Solomon for an extraordinary conversation with John, a Yemeni ex-Muslim who left Islam at the heart of Mecca, and Emma from Open Doors UK, as they unpack what it truly costs to follow Jesus in the world's most dangerous places. This episode dives deep into the 2025 World Watch List, revealing where faith costs the most—and why 388 million Christians around the world are paying a high
EPHESIANS 2 | BIBLE STUDY
Join Zach, Izzy, and Mateus as they continue the Ephesians Bible study series, diving deep into chapter 2—a powerful passage about transformation, unity, and our identity as God's dwelling place! This episode unpacks one of the most encouraging truths in Scripture: we were dead in our transgressions, but God made us alive in Christ. Let’s do Ephesians 2!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.inst
HEARING GOD'S VOICE & PRACTICING PROPHECY | KATIA ADAMS
We're taking you back to an incredible conversation from Wildfires Festival last summer! Join Jesse and Xenia as they sit down with Katia Adams, a pastor, medical doctor, wife, and mum who's planting churches across continents. Katia's life is a wild journey of saying yes to God's call—and she's about to share how you can hear His voice more clearly too.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.inst
EPHESIANS 1 | BIBLE STUDY
Join Mateus, Michelle, and Xenia as they kick off an exciting new Bible study series diving deep into the book of Ephesians! This episode launches a journey through one of the most encouraging letters in the New Testament—a powerful message written by Paul from prison to the church in Ephesus, reminding them (and us) of our identity, inheritance, and calling in Christ.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:
HOW TO SUSTAIN YOUR FAITH DAILY | PETE GREIG
Join Jesse and Xenia for an incredible conversation from Wildfires Festival last summer as they sit down with Pete Greig, founder of 24-7 Prayer Movement and Emmaus Road Church, for an honest, practical conversation about sustaining faith beyond the mountaintop moments. Pete's story spans over three decades of walking with Jesus—from planting seven churches to leading a global prayer movement that
DATING BOUNDARIES, RED FLAGS & ACCOUNTABILITY | GUYS AND GIRLS Q&A
We're switching things up this week with a special episode format you asked for! Join Michelle, Izzy, Jesse, and Sam as they tackle your burning questions in a guys vs. girls perspective showdown. From relationships and boundaries to faith struggles and Christian culture, we're diving into the real conversations you wanted to hear—unfiltered, honest, and packed with different viewpoints.
Discover
WHAT HAPPENED WHEN GOD SAID "THIS ISN'T YOUR MAN" | ZOE'S TESTIMONY
We're so excited to bring you this powerful testimony episode featuring Zoe, one of our newest team members! Join Michelle and Zoe as she shares her incredible journey from growing up in a Christian household to walking away from faith at university, and ultimately experiencing a radical encounter with God that changed everything.
Discover how Zoe went from defending God's existence as a young ch
THE MEANING CRISIS & WHY GEN Z IS CHOOSING FAITH | JUSTIN BRIERLEY
We're so excited to bring you this incredible conversation recorded live at Big Church Festival in collaboration with Premier! Join Zoe, Jesse, and special guest Justin Brierley, host of The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God podcast, as they unpack the extraordinary awakening happening among Gen Z and why young people are flooding back to church.
Discover the fascinating shift from the "new ath
HOW GOD CHOSE THE ORDINARY | CHRISTMAS BIBLE STUDY EP. 2
We're continuing our Christmas series with part two, diving deeper into the birth of Jesus and the unexpected people God chose to announce the arrival of His Son! Join Izzy, Zoe, and special guest Solomon as they unpack the powerful truth that God doesn't just show up in the perfect—He shows up in the unlikely places.
In this episode, we're exploring Luke chapter 2 and Matthew chapter 2, looking
HOW PASTOR PHILIP ANTHONY MITCHELL WENT FROM DRUG TRAFFICKING TO MINISTRY
We're so excited to bring you this powerful conversation with Philip Anthony Mitchell, recorded live at our studio! Philip is a pastor, evangelist, and founder of 2819 Church, Atlanta. From the streets of Queens, New York, to leading a movement for Christ, Philip's story is one of radical transformation and unwavering obedience to God's call.
Join Zach and Zoe as Philip unpacks his incredible jou
THE INCARNATION OF JESUS | CHRISTMAS BIBLE STUDY EP. 1
It's Christmas time and we're kicking off a special Bible study series diving deep into the story that changed everything! Join Zach, Michelle, and Zoe as they unwrap the incredible account of Jesus' incarnation, exploring the lives of two ordinary people who were chosen for the most extraordinary purpose: Mary and Joseph.
In this first episode, we're looking at the Gospels of Matthew and Luke to
WHY INTIMACY IMPACTS HOLINESS | AARON SMITH FROM THE HANDLEBAR PODCAST
We're so excited to bring you this incredible conversation with Aaron from The Handlebar Podcast, recorded live at Big Church Festival! Aaron is a pastor at UPPERROOM Dallas and hosts The Handlebar Podcast with his wife, Sarah-Beth, helping young people navigate the how-tos of faith. THIS IS THE COLLAB WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR!
Aaron unpacks the powerful truth that intimacy with God impacts your
WORSHIP MUSIC AS AN INDUSTRY | ABBIE GAMBOA & KORY MILLER
We were so excited to have Abbie Gamboa and Kory Miller join Michelle and Jesse on the podcast stage, live at Big Church Festival 2025. Both are incredibly gifted worship leaders and songwriters, with Abbie based at UPPERROOM Texas and Kory in Nashville and Denver. Strap in as we discuss all things worship!
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewayuk/
FOLLOW US ON TIK TOK: ht
THE BIBLE IS GOING VIRAL | HOW BOBBY GRUNEWALD MADE THE BIBLE APP
We’re so excited to have Bobby Gruenewald join Zoe & Zach on The Way UK podcast this week. Bobby is the Founder and CEO of YouVersion, a ministry sharing the Bible with the world for free through a Family of Apps, which have been installed on nearly one billion devices.
Find out more about Bible Month at: https://www.bible.com/global-bible-month
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.
FROM SHOPLIFTING TO BBC RADIO 1 | SWARZY SHIRE
Continuing our series of chats from Big Church Festival, BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra host Swarzy Shire joins Jesse and Xenia to explain how she ended up on one of the biggest radio shows in the UK!
FOLLOW SWARZY: https://www.instagram.com/swarzyshire/
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/thewayuk
FOLLOW US ON TIK TOK: www.tiktok.com/@thewayuk
Want to know more? Find a church that has t
CAN CHRISTIANS BE INFLUENCERS? | JOE GARRATT & JACOB WHITE
This week, Izzy and Jesse are joined by good friends of The Way UK, Joe Garratt and Jacob White! Joining us live at Big Church Festival, Joe & Jacob talked us through what it means to navigate content creation and Christianity, and all the different scenarios they face as influencers.
Follow Joe: https://www.instagram.com/josephgarratt/
Follow Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/jctmw/
Help
WHAT'S IT LIKE STARTING A PODCAST IN 2025?
The Way UK X Under the Bed Podcast is finally here - the collaboration we’ve all been waiting for! Destini and Tolu only started their podcat back in March, but Under the Bed has grown rapidly! In this speciall edition of the podcast, recorded live at Big Church Festival, we delve into how they started their podcast and what it means to navigate friendships, faith and responsibilty of discipling o
Recommended
The Rest Is Science
Dig Deep
Desert Island Discs
Easy English: Learn English with everyday conversations
SAS: The Shadow War
Learn UK English By Podcast
A Good Read
People Fixing the World
The Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast
True Crime Investigators UK
Esme's Country Life
Miles From Ordinary Podcast
