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

1. As a Christian I struggled with Charlie Kirk’s divisive opinions

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Some of Charlie Kirk’s opinions seemed incongruous with those of the saviour he followed, argued Richard Reddie. We also published alternative perspectives on this story by Chip Kendall,  Andy Kind and BIlly Hallowell. 

2. Danny Kruger’s speech has gone viral. Is this a turning point?

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Danny Kruger MP’s impassioned speech to an empty House of Commons chamber on the need to restore the UK’s Christian heritage has been viewed millions of times. It’s a roadmap for a Christian counter-revolution, says David Campanale.

3. Breaking: The exact date and time of the rapture has been revealed

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OK….so this isn’t quite what it seems. Were you fooled?

4. Why I think The Chosen got it wrong with the Ramah scene

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A shocking plot twist in the multi-season portrayal of the life of Jesus has upset some fans. Dr Andrew Ollerton explains why he’s concerned about the theological implications of The Chosen’s latest creative decision

5. Angry Christians are condemning Skillet’s ‘O Come, O Come Emmanuel’ as ‘demonic filth’. I think they’re wrong

 

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Christian heavy metal bands are reaching countless people who would never step foot inside a church, argues London School of Theology’s Dr Daniel Johnson. You may not love their sound but you should be supporting Skillet’s evangelistic mission, he says

6. Explained: Who is Sean Feucht and what has he been accused of?

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A former Bethel Church worship leader turned political activist Sean Feucht is facing allegations of spiritual, emotional, and psychological abuse, as well as financial impropriety. Tim Wyatt explains

7. Mumford & Sons’ new song is an anthem for a generation rediscovering Christianity

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Marcus Mumford has never wanted to be a poster boy for Christianity. But his new song ‘Malibu’ may, nonetheless, be capturing a cultural moment, says Robin Ham 

8. The changing faith of The Weeknd

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Canadian chart topper The Weeknd appeared to abandon the Christian faith of his childhood. But could his plea for “mercy” on his most recent record mark a return to God?

9. Explained: Why it’s taking so long to choose the next Archbishop of Canterbury

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The election of Pope Leo XIV has focused attention on another Church in need of a new leader. Yet what took the Catholic Church just two weeks took the CofE almost a year. Why?

10. Explained: What you need to know about the chaos surrounding Barnabas Aid

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After a tumultuous power struggle that led to the ousting of the charity’s founder, Patrick Sookhdeo, the Charity Commission launched an investigation and took control of how much Barnabas Aid can spend. Now, two individuals have been arrested in connection with a fraud inquiry. Tim Wyatt delves into the chaos engulfing one of the UK’s most prominent Christian charities

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