Open House Interviews with Dwayne Jeffries

Pressure is now on the Australian Government to legislate gay marriage after New Zealand passed the bill this week. President of the NSW Council of Churches Reverend Dr Ross Clifford says opposition leader Tony Abbott shouldn't be swayed to allow a conscience vote. He says church leaders should be in contact with their local federal members to clarify whether they support gay marriage.

A continued conversation on television series Towards Belief and the biggest Christian blockers. This week Pastor Karl Faase talks about religious texts and how we should read and respond to them. He says reading the bible makes more of a difference than we know.

We remember those who fought and sacrificed their lives for Australia. Anglican Bishop of the Australian Defence Force Ian Lambert talks about the significance of Anzac day for veterans and the general public in 2013. He speaks from both pastoral and military experience.

The stories of four Australians connected to war and significant battles of the past 100 years. Eric Jones from St John’s Anglican in Padstow shares the confronting stories of Ivy Barnes, Errol Hughes, Norm Ensor and Garn Tobin. He also talks about a soldier’s spiritual conversion during battle.

Human condition guru Lyn Worsley continues her series on dealing with difficult people. This week she shares fifteen practical tips to cope with difficult people.

He challenges almost every pre-conception of politicians and politics. Former South Australian Premier Lynn Arnold joins Leigh to talk about his time in the state's top job and says he waiting on God for his next move. He also reflects on his time as chief executive of World Vision and Anglicare.

The explosion of Christian faith across a fast growing nation. Former Australian Senator Baden Teague has been in close contact with China for more than 45 years. He talks about the changes he’s seen and says it’s amazing how the Christian faith has unfolded over the years.

A compelling thriller film bringing awareness to human trafficking and its 12 million victims. Award winning film director Christopher Bessette and producer Dr Bill Bolthouse talk about making Trade of Innocents and their passion to see the world’s fastest growing enterprise eradicated.

A self declared radical evangelist reaching the darkest corners of society. Founder of Steiger International David Pierce talks about using the creative arts to present Jesus. He talks about sharing the gospel in brothels, squatter villages and terrorist clubs.

A continued conversation on television series Towards Belief and the biggest Christian blockers. Pastor Karl Faase talks about whether miracles are possible and why people doubt they can happen. He says this is just another blocker that deters non believers from identifying with the Christian faith.

Human condition guru Lyn Worsley continues her series on dealing with difficult people. This week she talks about the two main types of difficult people and how we can respond to them.

Social media guru Steve Kryger returns to talk about photos on social media and the messages they send. He also talks about the growth of online campaigns for personal, cultural and political matters.

An award winning book about two girls who are raised in a conservative Christian community. Book reviewer Kara Martin talks about Sufficient Grace by Amy Espeseth. She says the story contains themes of sexual sin, falling short and Christ’s crucifixion.

Aussie Christian Gigs supports bands, artists and Christian radio stations, becoming extremely popular with fans and performers. John Grinsell from ACG talks about the importance of their work and their passion to spread hope across the country.

A conversation about what makes men tick, their greatest fears and secrets. David Murrow’s new book, What Your Husband Isn't Telling You, delves into issues that may affect married couples. He talks about overcoming these obstacles so women can relate better to men.