evangelical 360°
A timely and relevant new podcast that dives into the contemporary issues which are impacting Christian life and witness around the world. Guests include leaders, writers, and influencers, all exploring faith from different perspectives and persuasions. Inviting lively discussion and asking tough questions, evangelical 360° is hosted by Brian Stiller, Global Ambassador for the World Evangelical Alliance. Our hope is that each person listening will come away informed, encouraged, challenged and inspired!
Episodes
57 episodes
Ep. 56 / Stewardship, Legacy and the Joy of Generosity with Tim Jenkins
What if the richest thing you leave your family isn’t money at all? In this episode we sit down with investment advisor, Tim Jenkins, who helps us reframe wealth through the lens of stewardship, generosity and multi‑generational wisdom. I...
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Ep. 55 / Faith Under Fire: Mission Reframed in Vietnam with Reg Reimer
A farm boy from British Columbia hears a call, steps onto a Vietnamese tarmac, and discovers a faith that refuses to be managed by war, ideology or fear. In this episode we dive into conversation with seasoned missionary and advocate, Reg Reime...
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Ep. 54 / Shepherding Hope Amidst Hardship in Venezuela with Samuel Olson
A crowded sanctuary in downtown Caracas. A song of praise rising over a weary city. And a pastor who refuses to leave. In this episode Brian sits down with Rev. Samuel Olson, Senior Pastor of Las Acacias Evangelical Pentecostal Church, to trace...
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Ep. 53 / Generosity and True Change through the Transformational Business Network with Kim Tan
What if the most generous thing you could do wasn’t another grant, but a business that outlives the donation? In this episode we sit down with Dr. Kim Tan—biochemist, venture investor, and pioneer of social impact funds—to rethink how giving ca...
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Ep. 52 / American Politics and the Crisis of Christian Nationalism with Matthew D. Taylor
A prayer circle in the Oval Office makes for a striking photo, but the real story sits behind the lens: how a network of independent charismatic leaders became power brokers and why that shift matters for democracy. In this episode we sit down ...
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Ep. 51 / World Evangelical Alliance Past, Present and Future with Frank Hinkelmann
Headlines often reduce “evangelical” to a U.S. political label, but there is so much more beyond the frame. In this conversation with historian and global church leader Rev. Dr. Frank Hinkelmann, we trace how a revival-born, interdenominational...
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Ep. 50 / C.S. Lewis, Logic and a Lasting Faith ► Mark Noll
What makes a mid-century Oxford don the go-to guide for people wrestling with faith, doubt, and meaning today? In this episode we welcome back esteemed historian Dr. Mark Noll as he helps us explore how C.S. Lewis became a trusted voice in Amer...
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Ep. 49 / Inside the UN and the Fight for Religious Freedom ► Janet E. Buckingham
A quiet statistic hides a loud truth: one in seven Christians lives with the risk of arrest, mob violence, or bureaucratic erasure simply for practicing their faith. In this episode we sit down with Dr. Janet Epp Buckingham—lawyer, professor, a...
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Ep. 48 / From Soviet Shadows to a Young Multicultural Church ► Johannes Reimer
A story you think you know—Soviet oppression, majestic cathedrals, and a single, monolithic “Russian Church”—isn’t the story you’ll hear today. With theologian and practitioner Dr. Johannes Reimer, we pull back the curtain on a spiritual landsc...
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Ep. 47 / Polycentric Mission and the Future of Global Evangelism ► Joe Handley
Forget the old map of mission. We sit down with Rev. Dr. Joseph Handley Jr., President of A3 (formerly Asian Access), to unpack how the gospel is moving through a polycentric network of churches and leaders—where sending no longer flows from “t...
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Ep. 46 / The Alpha Revival: A Simple Way to Faith and Belonging ► Nicky Gumbel
A free meal, a short film and an open chair can change a life. That’s the quiet power behind Alpha, the simple, hospitable format Nicky Gumbel helped steward from a London parish into a global movement—inviting people to explore the meaning of ...
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Ep. 45 / Holy Disruption: When a Pope Washes Feet ► Michael Higgins (Part 2)
What happens when an evangelical leader and a Catholic scholar engage in honest dialogue about the papacy? In this illuminating conversation, host Brian Stiller sits down with Dr. Michael Higgins, author of "The Jesuit Disruptor," to explore Po...
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Ep. 44 / The Jesuit Disruptor: Understanding Pope Francis ► Michael Higgins (Part 1)
The power of Pope Francis's leadership lies not in doctrine changes but in his transformative approach to religious leadership itself. Dr. Michael Higgins, author of "The Jesuit Disruptor," reveals how Francis's humble Argentine beginnings and ...
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Ep. 43 / Faith in the Public Square: The Cardus Institute Story ► Michael Van Pelt
When Michael Van Pelt and his colleague Ray Pennings founded Cardus twenty-five years ago, they had a revolutionary insight: politics follows culture, not the other way around. Starting with just $42,000, this Canadian Christian think-tank has ...
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Ep. 42 / Can Ancient Flames Ignite Modern Faith? ► Byron Klaus
Dr. Byron Klaus invites us into a fascinating exploration of Pentecostalism's remarkable journey from the margins to becoming the largest segment of global Protestantism. As former president of the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary and a r...
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Ep. 41 / Bridging Catholic and Evangelical Spirituality ► Ronald Rolheiser
Father Ronald Rolheiser, renowned Catholic theologian and best-selling author, offers profound insights into Christian spirituality that transcend denominational boundaries. When asked to define spirituality, Rolheiser provides both practical a...
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Ep. 40 / Balancing Christian Values and Public Service ► John McKay
What does it take to serve faithfully for 27 years in politics while maintaining your Christian convictions? John McKay's remarkable journey through nine successful elections as a Liberal Member of Parliament provides a masterclass in navigatin...
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Ep. 39 / Ancient Traditions and the Art of Spiritual Friendship ► Norm Allen
What happens when a fired youth minister transforms his pain into a forty-year exploration of spiritual friendship? Norm Allen's remarkable journey reveals pathways to deeper connection with God and others that many evangelicals have missed.
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Ep. 38 / God Never Loses a Generation: Insights in Finishing the Task ► Lisa Pak
What happens when heritage, calling and global vision converge in one leader's life? Dr. Lisa Pak's story offers a compelling answer. Born in Toronto to Korean immigrant parents, Lisa's journey defies conventional paths. Though academic...
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Ep. 37 / A Surprising Revival: How Young Britons Are Rediscovering Faith ► Gavin Calver
Is the United Kingdom truly a spiritual graveyard, or are we witnessing the first signs of an unexpected revival? Gavin Calver, CEO of the Evangelical Alliance UK, reveals compelling evidence that challenges the narrative of Britain's religious...
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Ep. 36 / Faith Without Borders: The Radical Reach of the Pentecostal Church ► David Wells
What happens when spiritual passion meets thoughtful engagement? Rev. Dr. David Wells, General Superintendent of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, takes us on a remarkable journey through the explosive growth of the Pentecostal movement fro...
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Ep. 35 / Land as Relative: The Gospel through Indigenous Eyes ► Ray Aldred
What happens when Indigenous identity meets Christianity? For Rev. Dr. Ray Aldred, Director of Indigenous Studies at Vancouver School of Theology, this intersection has been both painful and profoundly illuminating.Ray's story begins wi...
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Ep. 34 / The Evolution and Global Impact of Evangelicalism ► David Bebbington (Part 2)
David Bebbington, the world's foremost scholar on evangelicalism, returns for a second illuminating conversation that dives deep into the global evolution and remarkable growth of the evangelical movement.Starting with his observations ...
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Ep. 33 / The Evangelical Quadrilateral and the History of a Movement ► David Bebbington (Part 1)
What exactly makes someone an evangelical Christian? Dr. David Bebbington, whose work has become the definitive framework for understanding this global movement, joins us to unpack the rich history and defining characteristics of evangelicalism...
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Ep. 32 / From Orphaned to Ordained: A Story of Evangelicalism in Africa ► Goodwill Shana
Against all predictions, Africa has become the world's fastest-growing center of Christianity. Rev. Dr. Goodwill Shana, Executive Chair of the World Evangelical Alliance and prominent Zimbabwean pastor, brings us inside this remarkable transfor...
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