Hostage Hero
Atlanta is the capital of the American State of Georgia. It’s a growing and prosperous city that’s home to Coca-Cola, CNN, and Delta Airlines. But in March 2005, this booming metropolis went into lockdown. People were afraid. They hurried home and stayed behind locked doors. A killer was on the loose. Desperate, heavily armed and with nothing to lose, he took a young woman, Ashley Smith, hostage. Her story is powerful and inspiring. Don’t miss it in our program, Hostage Hero.
Is Jesus Real?
Jesus Christ may be the most famous person who ever lived. But how do we know he did? While billions of people believe Jesus was the most important figure in world history, many others reject the idea that he even existed at all. Join Gary Kent on a journey through the land of Israel as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus, and look at the top 10 discoveries related to him and consider the evidence to determine if Jesus was a real person who actually lived.
The Tablecloth
A lonely and heartbroken woman, fleeing the horrors of WWII, found hope and more in New York. She found her lost and treasured gold and ivory tablecloth, and…
White Island – Surviving a Volcanic Eruption
100% Pure New Zealand. Its unparalleled scenic beauty and unique outdoor activities make it one of the most desirable places to live. In fact, Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand, tops that world ranking. But Auckland has an ominous secret: it sits on over 50 volcanoes. New Zealand still has ten active volcanoes scattered across its north island. You see, New Zealand sits on the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’, a 40,000km horseshoe-shaped belt of active volcanoes on the very rim of the Pacific Ocean. 75% of the world’s volcanos are in this ring of fire. All these Volcanos and thermal activity intrigue and fascinate us. Join Gary Kent on an incredible journey as we look at some of the most devastating volcanic eruptions to hit New Zealand in recent times, the warning signs that were disregarded and the bravery and heroism of those who rushed to help, even at the risk of their own lives.
Hostage Crisis – All Eyes on Israel
On the 7th of October, the militant Palestinian group Hamas launched a deadly attack against Israel. Over 5000 rockets have been fired into Israel from Gaza. Hundreds of Hamas terrorists invaded Israel by land, sea, and air. At least 1,400 Israelis have been killed and more than 3,000 injured by Hamas terrorist attacks. In response, Israeli jet fighters have hit thousands of targets in Gaza. Many thousands of Palestinians have been killed and wounded in Gaza since Israel launched retaliatory air strikes, with over a million residents displaced. Gaza is under siege. Electricity, water, fuel, and medicine have been cut off. Is there a way to stop this endless cycle of violence? Join me as we look for answers in our new program: Hostage Crisis – all eyes on Israel.
Sir Edmund Hillary – Reach the Summit
It’s 70 years since one of the most extraordinary achievements occurred. It’s the accomplishment that is spoken of, remembered and for many, is often given as the gauge of success. And so, it is no surprise that the name of this one man is carved indelibly into history. In his home country, he’s considered a hero and has been voted the most admired person in the nation. He even has a commemorative five-stamp series to honour his status and achievements. He is the best-known New Zealander in the world.
The Pearl
Broome is often referred to as the pearl of North West Australia. It’s an exotic pearling town with history and culture as rich and vibrant as its landscape. Broome pearls remind us of the pearl of great price in the Bible. Watch the program and see how the pearl of great price applies to people seeking the kingdom of heaven and to Christ seeking His lost inheritance – you and me.
Salt of the Earth
One of the world’s greatest explorers and adventurers was Marco Polo, who travelled extensively throughout China and Southeast Asia, before returning to Venice around 1291 with a hoard of wonderful items never before seen. Things like silk, paper money, gunpowder and porcelain – and salt!
Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels
Kokoda, the defining battle for Australia during World War 2, is a testament to the courage and resilience of our soldiers. But there’s an untold story of heroes who played a pivotal role during the grueling Kokoda Campaign
Gut and Brain Link
Eating is one of the great pleasures in life. In fact, the average person spends a staggering 32,000 hours on eating in their lifetime. That’s nearly four years of non-stop eating. Amazingly, our gut makes up about 70% of our immune system and contains 1.5 to 2kg of bacteria – more than the weight of our brain. So, our gut is a big deal. Join Gary Kent as he meets with Dr. Delia McCabe, a nutritional neuroscientist whose research specialises in how the food we eat affects the way our brain functions. And in particular, we are going to look at how the food we place in our gut affects our brains.