J.John speaks with Stephen Derbyshire, a former Pastor whose story of transformation is a clear testimony to God’s redemptive power that can change each of our lives. Today’s conversation includes conversation around drug and substance abuse.

J.John speaks with Stephen Derbyshire, a former Pastor whose story of transformation is a clear testimony to God&rsquo;s redemptive power that can change each of our lives. Today&rsquo;s conversation includes conversation around drug and substance abuse.

J.John is an evangelist, minister, speaker, broadcaster and writer. He is also a Canon in the Church of England – hence the title of this radio program ‘Facing the Canon’! J.John loves sitting down with fellow Christians to unpack the story of their life and faith. Over the years these conversations have been recorded and we get to listen in and be inspired by the journey these ordinary people undertook to get to where they are now and their encounter with God throughout. Facing the Canon is a weekly dose of encouragement and inspiration to give you confidence in your faith and conviction to share your faith.

<p>J.John is an evangelist, minister, speaker, broadcaster and writer. He is also a Canon in the Church of England &ndash; hence the title of this radio program <em>&lsquo;Facing the Canon&rsquo;</em>! J.John loves sitting down with fellow Christians to unpack the story of their life and faith. Over the years these conversations have been recorded and we get to listen in and be inspired by the journey these ordinary people undertook to get to where they are now and their encounter with God throughout. Facing the Canon is a weekly dose of encouragement and inspiration to give you confidence in your faith and conviction to share your faith.</p>

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Facing the Canon with J.John

Kai Hoss - 10-11 January 2026

J.John speaks with adventurer, TV host, and author Bear Grylls. Bear opens up about his journey of faith, climbing Everest, and surviving a near-fatal skydiving accident. He also shares the heart behind his new book - discover it at greateststoryevertoldbook.com.

Bear Grylls - 14-15 March 2026

J.John is joined by Jo Johnson, a clinical neuropsychologist and author of ’Disentangled’.
In their conversation, they discuss how to tame your thoughts and feelings to live freely for Jesus.

J.John is joined by Jo Johnson, a clinical neuropsychologist and author of &rsquo;Disentangled&rsquo;.
In their conversation, they discuss how to tame your thoughts and feelings to live freely for Jesus.

Kai Hoss - 10-11 January 2026

Facing the Canon with J.John

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