History Makers Radio

Stephen Kendrick is an American film writer and producer, and senior associate pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church. He has co-written movies like Flywheel, Facing the Giants, Fireproof and Courageous. In this conversation we talk about the new movie Courageous, and the importance of Courageous Fathers. www.courageousthemovie.com.au

Vishal Mangalwadi is an international lecturer, social reformer, cultural and political columnist, and author of thirteen books. Born and raised in India, he studied philosophy at universities, and founded a community to serve the rural poor. Vishal continued his involvement in community development, serving at the headquarters of two national political parties, where he worked for the empowerment and liberation of peasants and the lower castes. He speaks all over the world on the Bible’s role in creating the modern world and the reforming power of the Bible. www.revelationmovement.com

Helen Berhane was held captive for over two years in appalling conditions in her native Eritrea, including months locked up in a shipping container. Her crime? Sharing her faith in Jesus, and refusing, even though horrendously tortured, to deny him. This Interview is a sobering, painful, heart-rending account of true faith in the face of evil. Helen says, “I want to give a message to those of you who are Christians and live in the free world: You must not take your freedom for granted… If I could sing in prison, imagine what you can do for God’s glory with your freedom.” A real challenge for the Church in the West. Song of the Nightingale

In this interview, Leigh Hatcher speaks with Nebraska pastor Todd Burpo, author of the book Heaven is for Real. When Todd’s son Colton was 4, he suffered from an undiagnosed ruptured appendix. The book, Heaven is for Real, details Burpo’s claims that during the months after emergency surgery, Colton began describing events and people it was impossible for him to have seen or met, such as his miscarried sister, whom no one had told him about, and his great grandfather who died 30 years before Colton was born. Within three weeks of its November 2010 release, the book debuted at #3 on the New York Times bestseller list. By January 2011, there were 200,000 copies in print, and the book hit #1 on the New York Times list. heavenisforreal.net

Ken Davis is a best-selling author, frequent radio and television guest and one of USA’s most sought after inspirational and motivational speakers. A gifted comedian and a master storyteller, year after year Ken continues to delight audiences of all ages with Christian comedy that’s actually funny! He’s visiting Australia late in 2011, hear him share what we can expect from his visit. www.kendavis.com

Dr Michael Davey was raised in 4 state-run institutions. He was kidnapped by his real father, who desperately wanted his son back, but when he was reunited with his family Michael was beaten repeatedly by his mother, who was violently schizophrenic. To escape his mother’s violence and neglect, Michael escaped to join the Navy when he was just 15. After years of suffering depression and anxiety, Michael went on to study and is now a scientist and a teacher with a PhD, and a loving family of his own. Michael’s self-published memoir is called Journey of Hope.

Jamie Malcolm is an author, speaker and is well-known for his Co-hosting of the Kerri-Anne morning TV show on channel 9 Australia. Jamie shares his story of coming to Christ, some great stories from his acting career. jamiemalcolm.com.au/my-story

This week on History makers we talk to the next generation of History makers! The kids from Northside Christian College in Brisbane tackle the big questions. What is Easter and Christmas about, they share their favourite Bible stories, and there’s plenty of laughs and some sing along songs too. Join us for the History Makers kids special!

Janet Yeo is an ambassador for Opportunity International, a ministry that offers micro-finance loans to the poor. She shares her story of her conversion to Christ mainly through the Alpha course, and  being set-free from addictions and the launch of her new ministry, New Hope Care.

Simon and Xene Schembri are the founders of At the Ark, a ministry for those who’ve suffered abuse. They share their heartbreaking story of discovering the extent of abuse in their own family, and the road to healing and recovery. Tackling the issues of “forgiveness”, “Where is God” and surviving the court process, Simon and Xene help to provide the support that they couldn’t find in their time of crisis. www.attheark.org.au

Margaret Court is a retired former World No. 1 tennis player. She became a Christian in the mid-1970s, and in 1991 became a minister. In 1995, she founded a church called Victory Life Centre in Perth. She still serves as its senior pastor. Her television show, A Life of Victory, appears on the Australian Christian Channel. www.victorylifecentre.com.au

Sidney Mohede is an Indonesian Singer/songwriter & worship leader. Well know for penning the song, “Hosanna (Be Lifted High)”, an anthemic chorus that Israel Houghton wrote a beautiful chorus to and recorded. Sidney shares his story of conversion in his teens, and how his church is reaching many in Indonesia, in one of the largest Muslim countries of the world. www.sidneymohede.com

Joel and Julia A’Bell are the lead pastors for Hillsong church Australia. Working with Brian and Bobbie Houston, they lead the 4 thriving church campuses. In this interview they share how they met at Blackstump music festival, and they announce some exciting guest speakers and artists for Hillsong conference 2012. www.joelabell.com

Berni Dymet is the CEO of christianityworks.com.  After a career in the Army, working in IT, and building a successful international consultancy firm, Berni came to Christ and was soon launched into ministry. His radio ministry and books now reach out to many around the world. He’s also developed powerful evangelistic website called www.whosjesus.com.

After hitting rock bottom, David Martin had an encounter with Jesus, he was set free from his addictions, and now he works with World Vision. David shares about the 40hour famine, the East Africa Emergency appeal for Somalia, and the History of World Vision, which now provides assistance to 100 million people worldwide, including 2.4 million children, in more than 90 countries. www.worldvision.com.au