Christian History
James Hudson Taylor - Called by God into the Heart of the Dragon
The man behind the mission... Called to be a missionary from a young age, James Hudson Taylor dedicated his whole life to fulfilling his God-given purpose: to take the gospel of Jesus Christ to the people of China. Despite the huge personal cost, Hudson Taylor endured loss, tragedy and hardship in order to follow the calling of the God he loved and served. During 50 years of missionary service he established the China Inland Mission (CIM), and pioneered the way for many other missionaries to follow.
Filmed on location in the UK, Taiwan and China, this insightful award winning drama documentary recreates some of the highs and lows of Hudson Taylor's life and ministry. Watch his story unfold through narration, re-enactments and historical insight, and discover more about James Hudson Taylor, the man behind the mission.
OUT OF THE ASHES - C T Studd, Cricketer and Missionary
Born into a wealthy, upperclass family in England, C T Studd had it all. He studied at prestigious schools, including Cambridge University, and went on to become one of the country's most celebrated athletes. But Studd realised that fame and flattery would not last, and as a Christian, he sensed a profound calling to forsake the things of the world and live for the world to come.
In God's Company - Thomas Cook, travel pioneer
There is no name in the world more instantly recognisable in connection with travel than Thomas Cook. A devout Christian, his great passion was to bring people closer together and nearer their Creator by making "God's earth with all its fullness and beauty" accessible and affordable to all. Renowned British Prime Minister William Gladstone ranked him among the nation's great public benefactors. This documentary tell of the remarkable story of how Thomas Cook progressed from his early years of pain and struggle to becoming a household name across the globe.
In God's Company - William Hartley, the greatest name in jam making
His business practice reflected his faith, earning him an outstanding reputation for integrity, quality and customer care. Even during the horror years of the First World War he maintained the highest standards. A man of great compassion, he used his immense wealth to enrich the lives of others. This documentary tells his inspiring story.
John Bunyan - The People's Pilgrim
Thrown in county jail for preaching the gospel during great religious persecution, John Bunyan - the son of a tinker with little education - gets to work and pens The Pilgrim's Progress. One of the most famous and influential literary works in English history, Bunyan's masterpiece has bever been out of print since, and continues to teach and inspire countless people today.
C H Spurgeon "The People's Preacher"
Born into a wealthy, upperclass family in England, C T Studd had it all. He studied at prestigious schools, including Cambridge University, and went on to become one of the country's most celebrated athletes. But Studd realised that fame and flattery would not last, and as a Christian, he sensed a profound calling to forsake the things of the world and live for the world to come.
Robber of The Cruel Streets
He began his life as a thief, a cheat and a drunkard, but an encounter as a student with Jesus Christ changed all that. He provided homes and welfare for the 120,000 orphans he ‘robbed’ from Bristol’s cruel streets.
Mightier than the Sword
Throughout history emperors and dictators, kings and queens, regimes and religions have done their best to destroy it - and failed.
So what about this book, this collection of ancient writings we know today as the Bible? Who wrote it? Where did it come from, What is its message?
Thank God for Football
Welcome to "Thank God For Football," an enlightening video series that embarks on a journey through the intertwining paths of faith and football across England. In this 11-part series, we will delve into the profound Christian heritage that has influenced and shaped some of the most storied football clubs in the country. From their early beginnings to their contemporary impact, we'll uncover how faith, hope, and community have played vital roles in the history and culture of these beloved clubs.
