Danny Kruger MP: ‘A society aligned with the teachings of Jesus would be a happier one’
The quiet revival is stirring. Let’s pray it isn’t hijacked by a political agenda
Your friends want to go to church this Christmas - you just need to ask them
High profile footballers are raving about Jesus. We must seize this opportunity to do the same
Why Christian leaders should give Tommy Robinson the benefit of the doubt
See No Evil: This Channel 4 documentary paints John Smyth’s family as his first victims
Meet the Kenyan Christians worshipping in the shadow of al-Shabaab
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The A–Z of Christian news in 2025
From big baptisms to a controversial KFC advert; the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer to a new pontiff, it’s been an eventful 12 months for the global Church. Here’s our definitive guide
10 most popular articles of 2025
Premier Christianity published hundreds of articles on topics ranging from inspiring conversion stories to hard hitting tales of persecution in 2025. And we’ve welcomed a record number of new readers from all over the world to this site. Here are the 10 most popular stories you’ve been engaging with
Editor’s picks: 15 best stories from 2025
To conclude a 2025 that featured everything from challenging expose-style reporting and extraordinary testimonies to pastoral wisdom and cultural analysis, our editor Sam Hailes shares his favourite articles from the past year
10 most popular interviews of 2025
From bishops to broadcasters, musicians to missionaries and church leaders to charity CEOs, 2025 has seen a whole host of fascinating interviews with Christians from all walks of life and all corners of the globe. Here are the most read from the past twelve months
2025’s Bible verse of the year is the perfect encouragement to see revival in our generation
The YouVersion Bible app have announced their most popular verse of the year. Ruby Smith says it’s a timely encouragement to be bolder in sharing the good news of Jesus Christ
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The quiet revival has a gender problem
Young men are returning to church in surprising numbers, while young women are increasingly seeking spirituality elsewhere. Nay Dawson argues it’s time for the Church to rethink how it engages both hearts and minds
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Christians around the world are more hopeful than ever about what God is doing
A ground breaking global survey of church leaders reveals a renewed optimism for mission and evangelism, says Jason Watson. But in a rapidly changing world, there is an urgent need for cross-cultural collaboration, a strong digital presence and more work to share the good news with the wealthy
Opinion
I was raised to despise the Church of England. Now I’m a vicar
Growing up, Jamie Sewell inherited a fierce Irish Catholic identity from his grandmother, along with a disdain for the Church of England. Now, to his great surprise, a vicar in the CofE, he reflects on division, unity and why our identities are a gift, not a weapon
Opinion
The right to trial by jury is a Christian principle that must be protected
The prime minister faces a rebellion over his government’s proposals to limit jury trials in England and Wales in an attempt to tackle a record backlog of 79,619 crown court cases. The Christian Legal Centre’s Andrea Williams believes there are Christian principles behind juries. They play a vital role in ensuring no single human authority has unchecked power, she says
Opinion
Justin Bieber’s viral list of 10 family values is bold and biblical
Justin Bieber’s list of values has struck a chord with millions after being posted online. But impressive as they are, Phil Anderson says Christianity has always insisted that intentions only become transformative when they are translated into Spirit-led daily practices
Opinion
The quiet revival is stirring. Let’s pray it isn’t hijacked by a political agenda
The combination of a claimed ‘quiet revival’ and the emergence of Christian nationalism has created a challenging new climate for many church leaders, suggests Andy Hickford
Opinion
High profile footballers are raving about Jesus. We must seize this opportunity to do the same
From Arsenal’s ‘Bible Brothers’ to Lioness striker Michelle Agyeman, some of the nation’s favourite footballers are becoming increasingly outspoken about their Christian faith. Kemi Bamgbose says their witness is creating fresh opportunities for all of us to share the gospel
Opinion
Your friends want to go to church this Christmas - you just need to ask them
Christmas churchgoing is on the rise, according to Tearfund, with nearly half of UK adults planning to attend church over the festive season. Andy Frost says it’s time for Christians to let go of their hang-ups - people are just waiting for an invitation
KPop Demon Hunters: What should Christians make of the biggest film of the year?
The biggest movie in Netflix history was released this summer, but you’ve probably never considered watching it. Martin Saunders explains what you need to know about KPop Demon Hunters – and considers how Christians should respond to the phenomenon that is anime
Church is overwhelming for many. Here’s how to help
Church should be a refuge – but for many, attending a Sunday service is tough. AJ Gomez investigates why some Christians find gathering together difficult, and what both leaders and individuals can do to help
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6 myths about Jesus debunked
Given it’s his birthday (kind of), it’s only fair we get to know the real Yehoshua ben Yehoseph. Jared Brock separates fact from fiction
A UK church has paid £100,000 to settle a sexual abuse case. Here is Claire's story
A UK church recently paid £100,000 to a woman who was sexually abused by her pastor and boss. Claire* shares her story exclusively with Premier Christianity – and challenges the Church to do better when confronted with the unthinkable
Francis Collins: The Christian scientist who discovered a Covid vaccine…and then became a figure of hate
Dr Francis Collins was at the forefront of the fight against Covid-19 and believes his team’s record-breaking development of vaccines was an answer to prayer. But not all Christians agreed, and he quickly found himself being targeted by some US evangelicals and conspiracy theorists. He tells Sam Hailes how faith sustained him – and why truth matters in a politically divided age
Dynamic Discipleship: Your practical how-to guide for growing followers of Jesus
Signs that church attendance may finally be increasing make for encouraging reading. But bums on seats on a Sunday isn’t the same as kingdom growth, warns Fusion’s Luke Smith. Here’s how you can join with Jesus’ mission to make disciples that make disciples
KPop Demon Hunters: What should Christians make of the biggest film of the year?
Church is overwhelming for many. Here’s how to help
6 myths about Jesus debunked
A UK church has paid £100,000 to settle a sexual abuse case. Here is Claire's story
Francis Collins: The Christian scientist who discovered a Covid vaccine…and then became a figure of hate
Dynamic Discipleship: Your practical how-to guide for growing followers of Jesus
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Multimillionare banker John Studzinski: ‘The more money I make, the more I can give away’
He’s on first-name terms with popes and prime ministers and has given much of his wealth away. But Catholic philanthropist John Studzinski believes generosity isn’t just about money – time and talent matter just as much as treasure.
Danny Kruger MP: ‘A society aligned with the teachings of Jesus would be a happier one’
In September, Conservative MP Danny Kruger became the latest high profile Tory to defect to Reform UK. Here, he speaks with fellow Christian and MP, Tim Farron, about what the decision cost him and why he feels compelled to champion Christian values
Big Brother victor Richard Storry on criticism, temptation and reading Psalms in the toilet
Richard Storry opens up about his unexpected win on Big Brother 2025, how his faith guided him through the show and the ways it shaped his time in the house
Charlie Webster: ‘I nearly lost my life. People all over the world were praying for me’
The first woman to anchor a world heavyweight boxing championship has, in many ways, been fighting her whole life. The award winning broadcaster speaks about growing up in domestic violence, surviving sexual abuse, finding Christ – and the near-death experience that reorientated her life
Archbishop Ric Thorpe: ‘The Lord is preparing his church for revival’
The new Archbishop of Melbourne might be leaving the UK for warmer climes – but he is adamant that long-term decline in the Church of England is giving way to renewal
World champion high jumper Nicola Olyslagers: ‘With Jesus, all things are possible’
Nicola Olyslagers reveals how putting God at the centre of her life transformed both her athletics career and her sense of purpose, leading to record-breaking performances and a ministry among fellow athletes
Wake Up Dead Man: Finally, a mainstream film that portrays the priesthood well
The third instalment of the Knives Out series, does not disappoint says Giles Gough. It’s a cracking whodunnit - but it’s the depiction of one priest that will make this film an enduring hit
Discover the joy of a simpler, more sustainable Christmas
Olivia Warburton’s Dreaming of a Green Christmas combines ecological wisdom with biblical reflection, showing how caring for creation can transform our festive celebrations into acts of worship and stewardship, says our reviewer
See No Evil: This Channel 4 documentary paints John Smyth’s family as his first victims
A new documentary on the Church of England’s most prolific abuser John Smyth includes exclusive interviews with his three children and the wife who stood by him til the end. It’s a harrowing tale of a psychopathic patriarch whose family lived in fear of him, says Tim Wyatt. But was his wife a victim - or should she have done more to stop him?
Our forefathers used Christian theology to justify slavery. David Olusoga’s Empire is right to be critical
David Olusoga’s three-part BBC series on the British empire has provoked widespread debate. UK Christians should honestly confront their past without trying to balance the scales, suggests Dr Daniel Johnson
What Celebrity Race Across the World taught me about the Christian life
As the third season of Celebrity Race Across the World draws to a close, Emma Hide says the show offers Christians some important lessons in doing life with Christ. The final destination is important, she says, but journeying with Jesus is what really changes us
This Advent devotional reveals the Holy Spirit’s role in Christmas
For her new 25 day Advent devotional, award-winning author Cynthia Ruchti turns her attention to the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christmas story, says our reviewer
Will Christian unity take a big leap forward in 2026?
As Premier Christian Radio and UCB join forces for a national day of prayer, and student ministries Fusion and UCCF reconcile after years of tension, a long prayed-for unity appears to be emerging in the UK Church. Is there more to come?
The A–Z of Christian news in 2025
From big baptisms to a controversial KFC advert; the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer to a new pontiff, it’s been an eventful 12 months for the global Church. Here’s our definitive guide
Meet the Kenyan Christians worshipping in the shadow of al-Shabaab
In the Kenyan town of Mandera, Christians live in daily fear of violence from Islamic militants crossing the border from Somalia. Journalist Simon Vera reports from the border town caught in the crosshairs and speaks to pastors and Christians who refuse to flee
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‘I was a Jehovah’s Witness drowning in debt at Christmas. When CAP told me about Jesus everything changed’
When Christians Against Poverty (CAP) arrived to help Jade, who was struggling to afford Christmas, they did more than ease her finances. They introduced her to the love of Christ
‘God used Premier Christian Radio to save my life’
Caroline Chalkley was addicted to drugs and in an abusive relationship when her radio broke – and got stuck on Premier. It led to a miraculous encounter on her kitchen floor that changed her life
From heroin addict to hope-bringer
Andy Moore’s traumatic childhood set him on a path that pushed his life to the brink and left him in a coma. Then, a second chance from God came in the form of a life-changing phone call
From suicide attempt to salvation
Imrhan was once part of rap duo Lotto Boyzz. Although outwardly successful, he was plagued by anxiety. His despair drove him towards suicide, until an unexpected phone call from his mum set him on a path of restoration
The founder and CEO: ‘Entrepreneurship forces me to trust God daily’
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
‘I lived my entire Christian life unknowingly autistic. Then God showed me it was my superpower’
From childhood faith to the challenges of an undiagnosed autism, Robert Noble reflects on discovering his neurodivergent wiring was a God-given strength and a reminder that every kind of mind has a place in God’s kingdom
‘Students are hungry for God - I just needed to swap church for the coffee shop to find them’
When university chaplain, Father Rich Miserendo, swapped his office for a coffee shop on campus - and a sign inviting conversation - it opened doors to evangelism that he never expected. If we want to reach young people, we need to follow where God leads and look outside of our usual church settings, he says
‘How we built an AI translator to help everyone in your church hear the gospel’
Kingdom Code’s hackathon saw a room of Christian coders come together to tackle the language barrier isolating churchgoers whose first language isn’t English. Mike Ashelby tells the story behind the innovative AI translation tool they created
‘Faith was the only thing that kept us from choosing a termination’
Beth Appleby was told her unborn baby had only a five per cent chance of survival. Doctors advised an abortion, but Hope is now a healthy, happy three-year-old with no medical needs
Interview with a Christian Santa (yes, really)
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
The Gospel according to John Lewis: How Christmas ads reveal our culture’s longing for meaning
From tear-jerking rom-coms to cuddly penguins, these expensive TV commercials have become a major talking points in recent years. They often hint at Christian themes too – you could even call them modern-day parables, says Martin Saunders
Santa vs Jesus: When Claus meets the Christ
They’re often pitted against one another, but new research from Paul Kerensa has revealed it hasn’t always been this way. Can the Sleighman and the Saviour be friends after all?
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6 myths about Jesus debunked
Given it’s his birthday (kind of), it’s only fair we get to know the real Yehoshua ben Yehoseph. Jared Brock separates fact from fiction
Church is overwhelming for many. Here’s how to help
Church should be a refuge – but for many, attending a Sunday service is tough. AJ Gomez investigates why some Christians find gathering together difficult, and what both leaders and individuals can do to help
From ice swimming to midnight feasts and no presents - how the rest of the world celebrates Christmas
The traditional British Christmas might look like Midnight Mass, roast turkey and a Boxing Day game of scrabble but, around the world, Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus in many different ways – and even on completely different days
KPop Demon Hunters: What should Christians make of the biggest film of the year?
The biggest movie in Netflix history was released this summer, but you’ve probably never considered watching it. Martin Saunders explains what you need to know about KPop Demon Hunters – and considers how Christians should respond to the phenomenon that is anime
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