Andy Flannagan: Why I persuade some Christians to go into politics and dissuade others
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Christian MP Tim Farron speaks to the Executive Director of Christians in Politics, Andy Flannagan, about what a Christian needs to make it in politics and what hope there is for the next generation of Christian leaders. Christians in Politics encourages believers to get involved in party politics instead of shying away from it - but is that always the best option for someone who desires political influence? How should theology shape potential leaders? A listeners also asks Tim a question about what the Government is doing to 'protect' Christianity in the UK.
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Series Producer: Cara Bentley
Released on 26 Oct 2021
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