Kuruvilla George (KG) chatted to Clayton about how passionate he is about reducing stigma about mental illness among Christians and Churches. He does a lot of teaching and speaking about a Christian perspective on mental illness and suicide. KG explained that one of the main organisations that he is involved with is the Centre for Theology and Psychology at the Melbourne School of Theology where he is the Associate Director.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jessica Clancy opened up with Clayton about how her life was severely impacted by the actions of her mother who remarried several times and moved her around the US where she was exposed to physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect, and domestic violence and the hands of the men bought into her life. Jessica shares how life has turned around as Jesus changed her heart, mindset and future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton chatted to Alison Buttenshaw, the author of a book about her life, “Out of the Shadows”. She talked about the horrendous killing of her father in front of her at the age of 10, seeing her mother stabbed multiple times (and yet thankfully lived), the sexual abuse that she endured as a young girl and yet (incredibly) it is most of all a story of hope and forgiveness! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton had the opportunity to chat with Luke from For King and Country amidst the brothers' Australian tour, as well as the premier of the movie, "Unsung Hero", the story of their family moving from Australia to the USA and the amazing support of their mum. Clayton and Luke spoke about God's mini miracles in the story and what the greatest assumptions are made about 'Christian Rock Stars' are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton chatted with Carolann on overcoming abuse… After moving to Australia, Carolann faced many trials and storms in her life, but was able to overcome them. The King’s Daughter is her true story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In light of the tragic and disturbing recent events in Australia and with ongoing global events, Towards Understanding has put together a special edition of the program to encourage people to pursue peace in this time, and to pray. Details of our three guests are below. In addition to this special, a website (PrayAustralia.org) has been set up by Christian Media and Arts Australia, which contains prayer points you can use. If you are struggling, we encourage you to reach out to LifeLine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Continuing with the Mother’s Day theme, a daughter reunites with her birth mother 49 years after being given up for adoption… Clayton chats to BOTH mother Robin and daughter Susannah about this heartrending and heart endearing story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Mother's Day Weekend, Clayton had an extra special guest to join him on the program. Helen Smallbone (mother of Rebecca St James and Luke and Joel Smallbone [of For King and Country]). The movie, Unsung Hero, being released shortly is the remarkable true story of Helen and how her faith inspires her husband and children to hold on to theirs as they left Australia broke and started a new life in Christian music in the states. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frans Cronje is the brother of former South African Cricket Captain Hansie Cronje. Frans spoke to Clayton about the movie that he has made about his brother’s turbulent and yet impactful life which was tragically cut short. Fran talked about Hansie’s own journey to forgive himself about betraying the trust the South African people had place in him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After Death is premiering in Australian cinemas on 15 May and Clayton had a chat to Stephen Gray, the director and creator of the movie. The documentary is based on multiple accounts of people's experience of dying and coming back to life. Clayton and Stephen talk about the similarities each person experienced in their 'out of body' journey and what impact it might have on us who haven't had that experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam is a pastor, apologist, author and speaker and while chatting to Clayton, answered questions around sexuality, faith and Western Culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton chatted to Lauren Foster and Georgia Nicholas, who are the co-founders and co-directors of Big Kids' Table, which exists to be an informative, loving perspective and to create safe, honest conversations about identity and sexuality for youth and young adults. They do this within a framework of conversation of a Christian worldview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton chats to Ja’Marc, a man who has scaled the highest of highs in Christian music, with a number one hit, and the lowest of lows, after being literally taken from stage to prison, because of his shady past. He’s promised to be open and honest, and he’s never tried blaming anyone else for what he did. Clayton asks the question about what we can learn about God’s personal redemption. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robert released a new book last year, called 'Jesus &'. He chatted with Clayton about how the book takes readers on a journey through the book of Luke to discover the beauty and transformative power of an authentic encounter with Jesus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kayla lost her husband to mental health a number of years ago and is a single mum of three boys. She is an advocate for those confronting mental illness and gives firsthand advice on what to say and what not to say to those who are struggling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kamal Weerakoon, co-author of 'The Gender Revolution' chatted with Clayton about how in this current climate, Kamal helps listeners navigate conversations around transgender ideology and faith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Known for his role as Hercules, Kevin Sorbo chatted to Clayton about Hollywood, faith and his career. He shares about his exclusion from Hollywood because of his Christian beliefs and how he has used that to create his own studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With nearly three decades experience of counselling women, Camille Cates talks to Clayton about her book, which answers some of the deepest questions women have following an abortion. She explains that she helps women find the comfort and healing that can only come from God.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clayton’s spoke with Frida Umuhoza who is the only survivor in her family of the Rwandan genocide. She has written ‘Chosen to Die, Destined to Live’ about her journey. In this interview, she shared with Clayton the dark horrors of the genocide, the moments of hope, her journey of salvation, healing and transformation through forgiveness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rick Warren is author of the hugely influential 'A Purpose Driven Life', was Pastor at Saddleback church for decades and is now the Executive Director of Finishing the Task. Rick explains to Clayton that FTT is a global movement of denominations, organisations, churches, and individuals working together on the Great Commission goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.