The Story with Jimmy Colefax

Ash Barker and his family left everything in Australia to live for several years in a slum in Bangkok, Thailand. While there, an unusually named book garnered worldwide attention and helped to bring work to many who live there. Ash will share this story and many others regarding helping urban poor people. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and prin...

Today, former AFL player, Shaun Hart, will share his story and how he and his team - the Brisbane Lions - reached the pinnacle of success, winning the premiership from 2001 through 2003. While he was a part of tremendous success on the field, Shaun says that he was often battling with depression as well. He'll share some of the struggles with mental health he's gone through, as well as sha...

Once again, Warren and Janet Thyer from Perth Join us to tell more of their story. Warren is a doctor and will share how his faith impacts his practice AND how he and Janet are helping other couples by being involved in marriage ministry. 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/listene...

Janet and Warren Thyer from Perth met at her brother Adrian's funeral and it would change the direction of both of their lives in more ways than one. We'll find out the unexpected positive impact of this otherwise tragic event. 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 f...

Peter and Lynn Menhennitt have been involved in marriage ministry for over 30 years. So, it is surprising to hear that at one point in their marriage, they were on the brink of divorce. Peter and Lynn share the remarkable way the Lord completely turned their relationship around Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision....

David Churcher and his wife had no intention in getting involved in teaching a marriage course at their church. But when their pastor asked them to lead a class, the Lord began to work in their hearts and they have gone on to help many couples improve their marriages! Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/don...

Ash Saleh thought his parents would be pleased to hear about his new faith in Jesus Christ. However, his Muslim family were strongly opposed to it. He shares his story and how the Lord helped him overcome many challenges 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 for privacy info...

Richmond Wandera's life started off in the slums of Uganda, where his father was brutally murdered. This thrust him and his family into desperate poverty. But a remarkable change came about when he became a sponsored child with Compassion Australia. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystu...

Jim Rawson says that when he was a young man he was a bit bitter and twisted. One day, he even attended a church youth group with the intention of getting revenge! However, something unexpected happened when he was asked to open the Bible. We'll find out how God changed the direction of his life. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print med...

What do you do when the life you had envisioned for yourself doesn't line up with God's calling? James Kozina faced this struggle as a university student, studying to be a doctor. We'll hear how God directed him down a different path. 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...

Darren Lewis is the founder of Fathering Adventures " an organization dedicated to turning the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers. Unfortunately, Darren did not have a healthy relationship with his own father but he is now dedicated to being the best father he can be. We'll hear his story and the story of Fathering Adventures. Your support send...

Well, you may have seen the video that went viral on YouTube called "The Best First Date." It features a father getting ready to go on a date with his 3 year old daughter! It has had millions of views and we'll find out the story behind that video AND the story behind the real life Dad and Daughter. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online...

Sheridan Gardiner has hosted a health care program heard on international shortwave radio for several years. The irony is that she initially had a fear of microphones and knew nothing about making a radio program. But she knew God wanted her to do it. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudi...

Graeme Dawson knows all too well how hard it can be getting men to open up and talk about personal issues. He's found that by sharing some of the challenges he's faced in his own life, he's able to lead a more effective men's ministry. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudi...

Russ Wright's job sees him changing the lives of young people around the world. He's the founder of an organization called VITAL ProJeX which seeks to draw out the 'Leadership Potential' of disadvantaged young people. We'll hear his story and the stories of the kids whose lives he's impacted. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, onli...

Retired missionary and pastor, Fred Evans, joins us once again to share his reflections on his eventful life journey. After serving overseas for several years with his wife in PNG, they eventually returned to serve in Australia. He'll share about the time he was surprised to find himself suffering from depression, even after serving in ministry for many years. Your support sends the gospel to...

Retired missionary and pastor, Fred Evans, will join us once again to reflect on his overseas adventures and ministry challenges. He'll share the unexpected way God helped him find a wife after suffering from loneliness on the mission field. 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/...

Fred Evans has had quite an eventful life. He grew up as a missionary kid in India and then as a pastor's kid here in Australia before eventually serving as a missionary in PNG. He'll reflect on his overseas adventures and challenges in his life. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnyst...

Luda was born in Ukraine and says that after the fall of communism, her family suddenly became poor. However, one bright point was when she received a shoebox filled with gifts for Christmas. Years later, she is now living in Australia and has become a spokesperson for "Operation Christmas Child." Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and pr...

Brenda 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. We'll find out 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.au/donate See omnystud...

Mariska Meldrum joins us once again to share more of her life story. This time focusing on mental health challenges. Unfortunately, after the birth of her first child, her bipolar disorder took a turn for the worse and new issues began to arise. 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/...

Mariska Meldrum is the "Campaign Manager for Miracles Day" Christian Blind Mission's yearly fundraising event. The remarkable thing is, she has a miracle story of her own regarding her vision. We'll find out her amazing story. 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/l...

Once again, Kim Black and her mother Sue, will share about Kim's life journey as a blind person. We'll hear more about how she overcomes obstacles in everyday life, doing activities that most of us just take for granted. Also, Kim will share about how she has learned to navigate her way around using something called "echo-location." All that and more, with Kim Black and her mothe...

Kim Black was born blind and rebelled against God in her teenage years. But, she says now her spiritual eyes have been opened and that she can see, but just in a different way. We'll hear her story and some of the challenges she faces in everyday life Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnys...

Dr Don Batten has been with Creation Ministries International since 1994. He has spoken around the world on the creation issue, showing the errors in the evolutionary ideas he was taught. We’ll hear his story and find out why he’s so passionate about creation Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate S...