Listen to hear John (our MSP and fellow Barlanark resident) tell his story of coming to Jesus through Scripture Union, going to Nepal on mission for 3 years, and then navigating life as a Member of Parliament as an Evangelical Christian.
00:59 Childhood / Early-years
14:30 CU / Reading Good Books
17:05 Accountancy / Trip to Zambia
20:25 Time with OM (Operation Mobilisation) in London
24:50 Nepal with Interserve
34:02 Return to Scotland and move to Barlanark
45:10 Introduction to Politics
51:10 Time as a councilor
53:00 Election as MP
55:20 Voting against Abortion
59:00 Other Evangelicals in Parliament
01:02:18 Election as MSP and standing up for Christian stances on key issues 01:06:30 Continued growth as a Christian
01:09:30 Desire to see others Know Jesus
01:12:05 Plans for the future
01:13:53 Life as a single man
01:17:00 Questions from Members / What is the Gospel? / Sin / Heaven & Hell
01:23:40 Opposition from other Christians
01:29:00 Support from local church(es)
