Life Issues

According to the NHS 1 in 4 adults are struggling with obesity. It might seem an uncomfortable subject to address, but given the command we have to love our neighbours, is there a role for Christians to better support those around them living with obesity? 

Mark Daly joins Vicky Gibbens to share his professional expertise on the subject.

Throughout history the message of the church to single people about sex has been clear, just say no. But is it that easy when the need for intimacy is such a powerful driver? Is it enough to be told don’t do? Or does the human heart need a better reason? After all we live in a world where, even in church, celibacy is seen as a bit anachronistic, so how do we stay true to God’s call?

Kat Harris, author of Sexless in the City, joins Paul Hammond on Life Issues.

How do you restore a marriage? There are some regular suggestions as to how might approach that, talking things through, counselling, maybe even some time apart. You don’t often see the suggestion of a 320 mile backpacking pilgrimage across France as a route back to happiness. I mean, life’s hard enough when your marriage is in tatters without adding blisters in, but if you believe in marriage, believe in trying to fix not abandon that which is broken & believe in God’s calling on your lives as a couple. Maybe it’s not so strange.

University is a time of unique challenges and opportunities for the young believer. Lizzie Fry is on a mission in this episode of Life Issues to encourage Christian students to make the most of it, sharing advice from her own experience of navigating university life.

Feeling apathetic about doing church in the real world again? 

Rachel Jordan-Wolf from Hope Together shares her enthusiasm for church and encourages us to recommit to showing up and getting involved in fellowship and service.