Life & Leadership

Intentional Evangelism - Isaac Olaleye

Season 6 | Episode 5 

In this Episode Jez speaks to Isaac Olaleye about the intentional evangelism he's managed to incorporate both into his life and into the church that he's a part of.

To listen to one of Isaac's recent sermons about boldness see here.

Psychedelics, Transcendence & Jesus Christ - Ashley Lande

Season 6 | Episode 4

In this episode Jez speaks to Ashley Lande about her experience of discovering Jesus after many years searching for meaning and transcendence in psychedelics and new age spirituality.

Ashley Lande's book 'The Thing that Would Make Everything Ok Forever' is available here.

Attachment Theory, Adoption & the Gospel - Matt Lambert

Season 6 | Episode 3

In this episode Jez speak to Matt Lambert author of 'Adopted by God' about identity, psychology and attachment theory.

You can buy the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adopted-God-Healing-through-connection/dp/1068374802/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H5U7MG7TJOLW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WyJ5Gk2tdT-EmcZiVNa6hw.k9bqigKPbv3KcL7E7j3dcULO5h9wt1rK4lYrvcslTT0&dib_tag=se&keywords=adopted+by+god+lambert&qid=1759405151&sprefix=adopted+by+god+lambert%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-1

Supporting Women In Ministry & Boasting in weakness - Kathryn Segal

Season 6 | Episode 2

Jez discusses Kathryn's passion to support women in ministry as well as some of the things that have happened in her life recently to cause her to  take seriously Paul's command to 'boast in weakness'. You can follow Kathryn on Instagram @kathrynsegal.

The Kingdom Vs The Streets - Moses Nwanji

Season 6 | Episode 1

In this episode, the first of a new season, Jez speaks to Moses Nwanji about his life story and the contents of his book 'The Streets Vs The Kingdom'.

To find out more about Moses, to access video content and purchase his book visit: https://www.safehavenprints.com/the-streets-vs-the-kingdom 

To find the New Ground statement referenced at the top of the episode see here: https://newgroundchurches.org/blog/489/update-to-statement-regarding-jonathan-le-tocq-dated-24th-july-2025/ 

SUMMER SPECIAL - Multiplication - Nicky Gumbel & Dave Holden

In this special edition of the podcast Dave Holden and Nicky Gumbel sit down to discuss multiplication and church planting.

 

To access the video files and discussion question related to the conversation see her: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dux3j9IFBiOEq4E8UOvxqcFYBMM1VlAI 

5 Lessons From Church History to Encourage and Inspire - Steve Alliston

Season 5 | Episode 22

 

The Final one of the season! In this episode Jez speaks to Steve Alliston about his five highlights from church history. They discuss:

 

1) Patrick of Ireland

2) The English Reformation

3) The Salvation Army

4) The Azuza Street Revival

5) The Charismatic Renewal 

Life Story | From Fatherless to Forgiven & Beloved - Rhiana Quick

Season 5 | Episode 21

 

Jez speaks to Rhiana Quick about her childhood, about the impact of growing up fatherless and how she has discovered God's Fatherhood as a source of healing and comfort despite her pain. 

Proving God's Faithfulness in the Rubble of Haiti's Earthquake - Yvrose Telfort Ismael

Season 5 | Episode 

In this episode Jez speaks to adoptive mum of 40 and founder of Hope House for Haiti, Yvrose telfort Ismael. 

For more information about Hope House for Haiti visit: https://www.hopehousehaiti.com/ 

Artificial Intelligence in Ministry: Trust, Truth & Kindness - Phil Whittall

Season 5 | Episode 19

Jez speaks to Phil Whittall about whether things ChatGPT and other large language model versions of AI are good for ministry, what we should be aware of and how we ought to proceed.

 

since recording Phil posted further reflections about AI & Ministry on his blog. Check them out ehre:

6 Reasons to be Cautious About AI and Sermons: https://thesimplepastor.co.uk/six-reasons-to-be-cautious-about-ai-and-sermons/