Real Faith with Eric Skattebo

Gladys Staines was born in Ipswich, Queensland and went on to serve as a missionary to people affected by leprosy in India - along with her husband, Graham. Sadly, tragedy struck when her husband and 2 sons were killed in 1999 by extremists.  A movie has been made about this incident called, “The Least of These.”  Website:  https://www.theleastofthesemovie.com.au/ Your s...

Dr Daniel Shayesteh [Shaw-yes-tah] was a teacher of Islamic philosophy and a member of the Iranian Revolutionary Army in the 1970’s - closely supporting the Ayatollah Khomeini. But after falling out of favour with Khomeini’s political group in Iran, he escaped to Turkey where he began his journey to faith in Christ. Daniel is the founder of the Exodus From Darkness ministry. Website: h...

Petr Jasek [Peter Yah-shek] is a Czech missionary who was imprisoned in Sudan for 14 months and tortured by Islamic State extremists. Throughout the ordeal, he was moved to five different prisons. Remarkably, his faith was strengthened and he was able to lead many people to the Lord. Peter serves with the Voice of the Martyrs ministry. Website:  www.vom.com.au Your support sends the gospel to...

Bob Fu was born and raised in mainland China and was a student leader during the 1989 Tiananmen [Tee-an-ah-men] Square demonstrations. He and his wife eventually fled to the United States where he’s written about his experiences in his book, 'God’s Double Agent: The True Story of a Chinese Christian’s Fight for Freedom' Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia t...

Bethany Stagg joins us once again to give us an update on all the incredible things that have happened in her life since she sang a Christmas carol in an airport lounge ? and the video went viral! They could definitely make a Hallmark Christmas movie out of Bethany’s story because we ended last time wondering if there would be a fairy-tale ending. Bethany shares the rest of her romantic stor...

When Bethany Stagg sang an acapella rendition of a Christmas carol at the airport lounge where she works, she had no idea that the video would go viral! And that it would have a HUGE impact on her life in ways she would have never expected. Bethany shares the surprising story behind her Christmas carol video. Her website: https://bethanystagg.com Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Au...

Emily Ward’s life is a story of Gracious Survival. She grew up in a poor family in Glasgow and was evacuated during the Second World War to rural Scotland. Despite repeated bouts of tuberculosis in her young adult years, she survived and was able to fulfil her dream of becoming a nurse. Then, years later, another dream was filled when she became a missionary. Emily is the author of the book,...

Emily Ward’s life is a story of Gracious Survival. She grew up in a poor family in Glasgow and was evacuated during the Second World War to rural Scotland. Despite repeated bouts of tuberculosis in her young adult years, she survived and was able to fulfil her dream of becoming a nurse. Then, years later, another dream was filled when she became a missionary. .. Emily is the author of the bo...

Haydn Watson grew up having a father who was a larger than life character who always had an encouraging word for whoever he happened to be with. Haydn says he loved it and shares insights into what it was like having Ian 'Watto' Watson as a father. He also shares a bit of his own story and the impact his father had on his life and faith. For more information: https://www.shedhappens.com.au/ Your s...

Margaret Watson was married to Ian Watson for over 50 years and they had quite a journey together. Sadly, Ian died in 2019 after a long battle with prostate cancer. Margaret shares their story as a couple and reflects on the amazing impact Ian had on men across Australia through his men’s ministry known as “Shed Happens.” For more information: https://www.shedhappens.com.au/ Your...

The late Ian Watson started his own truck driving school in Brisbane in 1989 and began a men’s ministry in 2002 - right about the same time he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. .. In an interview recorded 2 months before he died, Ian reflects back on his life and his long journey with cancer. For more information about his men’s ministry: https://www.shedhappens.com.au/ Your support...

Brenda Uwubuntu [OO-woo-BOO-knew] is from Rwanda and has a deep faith in the Lord. However, in her young adult years, both sides of her face became paralysed due to stress while she was at university. Brenda shares how the Lord healed her - both physically and spiritually. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.a...

When Wesley Leake was growing up in Queensland, his parents’ business went bankrupt and his father ended up going to jail. This had a huge impact on his life and, eventually, he had to come to grips with the feelings of unforgiveness he had towards his father. Wesley is the author of the book, 'Help! I Can’t Forgive That Person.' ... Website: https://businessblessings.com.au/ Your supp...

Once again, Jan White shares about how she and her mother - former guest Helen Marsh - were reunited after being separated for nearly 30 years. She also tells us about some of the challenges they faced trying to establish a relationship after being apart for so long ? and how the Lord was working through it all. Website: www.upoutofegypt.com Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Austral...

In the past on the program, Helen Marsh shared with us how she was forced to give her baby up for adoption when she was only 14 years old - and didn’t know if she would ever see her daughter again. Now, her daughter Jan shares what led her to search for her mother and what it was like to finally be reunited after being separated for nearly 30 years... Website: www.upoutofegypt.com Your suppo...

Cameron Harvey was in the depths of addiction when he heard some interviews of former addicts sharing how God had turned their lives around. These interviews touched him so deeply that he contacted the founder of the ministry mentioned and began his road to recovery. Cameron shares his story along with his mother, Margaret. Website: http://www.elishacare.org Your support sends the gospel to every...

Rob van der Zaag [Zog] stopped his engineering career to change course and get an advanced diploma in counselling and family therapy. Eventually, this led him to focus on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - or PTSD - and helping people heal from the genocide against the Tutsis [Toot-sees] in Rwanda... Rob shares how the Lord worked in his life to bring about his change of direction. He is the husband...

Kylie Smith was born with a rare condition that affected her physical appearance. As a young girl, she remembers thinking to herself, 'Am I the ugliest person to have ever walked the planet?' However, God completely turned her life around and she is now helping other women become overcomers as well. Kylie is the author of the book, 'Overcomer ? Crowned in Freedom.' Website: https://www.libertylife...

Michael Ward says that at one point in his life he realized he was living as a 'Married Single' person and that his main focus was on his social life and not his wife. That all changed when he came to Australia and went on a Marriage Encounter weekend where he had an encounter with God. Michael shares his story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online a...

Malcolm and Suzanne White have been married for over 50 years and have a passion for helping other couples. So, what does it take to have a love that lasts a lifetime? We’ll find out what worked for Malcolm and Suzanne as they share their story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudi...

When Tim Lovell was a pastor, his job description read like any other pastor. But it also included a few things out of the ordinary like lifeguarding, teaching swimming lessons and pastoring rock musicians. This was because over the years, Tim had developed a unique model for a church to operate. Tim shares the experiences that have shaped his life and his unique approach to ministry. Your support...

Iona Rossely has been a British international speed skier and an Irish endurance horse racer. But despite all her success, there was a point in her life when she was burnt out, tired and exhausted. She discovered that sometimes having everything you ever dreamed of still can’t fill the void. Iona is the author of 'Racing On Empty' and shares how God has given her true fulfillment. Website: h...

Tom and Donna both struggled with their identity and same-sex attraction while growing up and into their young adult years. They continue to share their story and how they are now both serving the Lord in ministry... www.pureheart.rest/ Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener...

Tom grew up in the United States and struggled with his identity and same-sex attraction. Meanwhile, Donna grew up in a highly dysfunctional home and also struggled with same-sex attraction. They have now been married for over 30 years and have 4 adult children. Tom and Donna share their unique story as a couple and how God has impacted their lives... www.pureheart.rest/ Your support sends the gos...

Shayne Cunningham was working as a bricklayer when another guy kept telling him that Jesus loved him. This made Shayne so angry he couldn’t take it anymore and picked up a trowel intent on killing the Christian co-worker. But instead, something miraculous happened! Shayne shares the full story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print med...