Profiles in Christian Living

Dr Owen Strachan talks about why Biblical masculinity is a virtue to be pursued and that related to that, the atonement of Christ is a demonstration of God's victorious love over sin and Satan.

Gordon Cheng—diagnosed with terminal bowel cancer—talks about facing death as a Christian. Where we can draw strength, comfort and most of all hope as we walk through the Valley of the Shadow of Death.

Warwick Marsh, co-founder of The Canberra Declaration talks about his new book—written with Kurt Mahlburg—about why Jesus is the most important figure in history.

In this episode, Dr. Andrew Wilson discusses his new book, "Remaking the World" and how the world became WEIRDER: Western, Enlightened, Industrial, Rich, Democratic, Ex-Christian and Romantic. Incredibly, Wilson argues that all of these movements find their genesis in 1776.

Mark Powell spoke recently to writer and researcher Cap Stewart on the impact of pornography on modern entertainment. This makes for a fascinating discussion on how porn was become so pervasive and how Christians in particular should respond.

In this latest interview I talk with the teaching elder from Gelong Presbyterian Church, Darren Middleton, who discusses his own conversion to Christ, then in turning leading his parents to saving faith, as well as the joys and challenges of pastoring a church today. 

Burnout in ministry is one of the most difficult challenges in serving Christ. While the issue is obviously multifaceted, Dr. Mark Jones talks about—from his own experience—the underlying problem of pride. This is a temptation for those particularly in pastoral ministry. We want the bigger church, the greater influence and the more significant legacy. But that’s an insidious manifestation of the s...

In this interview Mark Powell talks to Kirralie Smith and her fascinating journey of faith in Christ who started out as a normal stay at home Christian mum, homeschoolsing her children to becomes a champion for marriage and the binary nature of gender. 

Former feminist and lesbian academic Rosaria Butterfield talks about her remarkable conversion to Christianity and the five lies the church faces today in this anti-Christian age.

One of Australia's leading theologians and experts on Islam explores the recent events in Israel. A fascinating interview exploring God's plan for the Jews as His chosen people.

Reflecting on a life of teaching, Prof. Dr. Allan Harman talks to AP about how the once mighty Church of Scotland has declined and what are the lessons for followers of Jesus everywhere today.

In this episode of Profiles In Christian Living, Mark Powell speaks with Ruth Davies. Ruth has served as a missionary in Thailand for the past 5 years. In this interview, she shares the joys and challenges of serving Christ overseas. For more from AP, visit ⁠www.ap.org.au⁠ And be sure to check out previous episodes of Profiles In Christian Living wherever you get podcasts. This podcast was recorde...

In this episode of Profiles In Christian Living , host Mark Powell speaks with Dr. Jill Ireland.  They discuss Australian authors, views on Harry Potter, and tips for parents finding the right books for their children. Jill spent two decades as an academic staff member at the University of Wollongong’s Bega and Bateman’s Bay campuses, teaching English literature. She is a senior lecturer in the Ma...

In this episode of Profiles In Christian Living, host Mark Powell speaks with Catherine Searle about the challenges and freedoms that come with singleness in the Christian Church today.  For more from AP , visit ⁠www.ap.org.au⁠ And be sure to check out previous episodes of Profiles In Christian Living wherever you listen to podcasts.   This podcast was recorded and produced at Production Farm Stud...

Mark Powell takes a look inside the United Nations with Peter Smith, as  they discuss topics around Peter's new book Confessions of a Pro-Lifer  at the United Nations.   Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au   Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studios, Hobart.  www.pro...

Mark Powell talks with Ruth Burgess about yoga gurus, the origins of yoga practice, and how she went from a Swami to follower of Jesus. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studios.  www.productionfarm.studio

Mark Powell finds out about the world of fostering as he speaks with Mary Dickins, Founder and Coordinator of Fostering Hope. Fostering Hope help find stable, loving homes for any child who needs one, and provide ongoing support. Fostering Hope is a Christian organisation whose work comes from the Bible and the teachings of Jesus to ‘visit’ and ‘care for’ orphans and widows, to put the lonely in f...

Mark Powell talks with Anita about her past living as an occult practitioner, and her journey to follower of Christ.   Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au   Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studio, Hobart. www.productionfarm.studio

Mark Powell talks about art, building, and God's creation with Tasmanian  based artist, Richard Stanley. You can find out more about Richard and see his beautiful photo realistic artwork at  www.theartofrichardstanley.com.au  Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our   other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au   Podcast recorded...

Mark Powell is joined by Jason Summers to talk about the blessing and challenges of serving Christ to those in their hour of need. Jason Summers is the Chaplain Co-Ordinator at the Launceston General Hospital. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au CREDITS: Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Stu...

Four amazing stories of people who have found forgiveness and healing from their sexual brokenness by turning to Christ. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au CREDITS: Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studio, Hobart. www.productionfarm.studio

The Challenge of Being a Christian Politician with Johno Duniam, Liberal Senator for Tasmania. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au CREDITS: Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studio, Hobart. www.productionfarm.studio

Mark Powell discovers Ian Headley's life story - from life as a young boy, to his interesting journey from a hippie commune in southern Tasmania to faith in Christ.   Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our  other episodes. For more like this, visit ap.org.au CREDITS: Podcast recorded and produced at Production Farm Studio, Hobart. www.productionfarm.s...

Eric Abetz joined Mark Powell on the Profiles in Christian Living podcast, discussing the current bill on Religious Freedom as well as the increasingly vexed issue of Mandatory Vaccination. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and check out our previous episodes!

Owen Strachan argues that the social justice gospel is the most dangerous false teaching this century as well as the growing threat of statism.