Andy Kind
Andy Kind is an award-winning comedian, preacher and writer. He is a regular presenter of the Premier Unbelievable? radio show and podcast, and his latest book, The Wayfarer: Through the pain. Towards redemption. Along the Pennine Way is available now
OpinionDouthat vs Ehrman: Did Jesus rise from the dead?
Catholic journalist Ross Douthat and atheist historian Bart Ehrman went head-to-head on a recent New York Times podcast over whether the resurrection is credible. Andy Kind recommends the conversation as respectful and intelligent, but says it ultimately leaves the biggest questions unresolved
Opinion“Am I going to hell?” Why I was hooked by Steven Bartlett’s grilling of a Christian apologist
The latest Diary of a CEO episode sees Steven Bartlett pressing Christian apologist Wesley Huff on hell, scripture and the meaning crisis of our age. Their long, searching conversation is compelling and Huff performs brilliantly, says Andy Kind
OpinionWant to stop churches becoming mosques? Go worship in them
Reform UK has pledged to stop churches being turned into mosques. But this isn’t a hostile takeover, says Andy Kind. If we want church buildings to remain places of Christian worship, we just need to make sure Christians go to them
OpinionThe response to Charlie Kirk’s death is revealing the subtext of our hearts
The public murder of the Christian and conservative activist Charlie Kirk has prompted a variety of depressing responses, says Andy Kind. Our words on social media reveal much about the state of our hearts, he says
Magazine FeaturesThe Forgotten Door: In our rush to prove truth, the Church forgot about beauty
It’s not always a solid argument that wins a heart to Christ but, increasingly, an encounter with something far more transcendent. Let’s get rid of the moss and bring on the beauty, says Andy Kind
Opinion9 tips for better preaching
Comedian turned preacher Andy Kind shares his best pieces of advice
OpinionThis is what I’ve learned about Christians from years of trying to make them laugh
‘Clean comedian’ Andy Kind says Christians can be a tough crowd – it’s time to lighten up
Opinion5 short stories that are all about God
Short stories offer an emotional punch and a quick sense of achievement, says Andy Kind. Here’s his top five picks that also point to God
OpinionAlmost half the population believe in Jesus’ resurrection. It’s time for the Church to be bolder
Are more people open to the gospel than we think? A new report suggests they are, says Andy Kind. Let’s start talking Jesus
Opinion5 things Christians need to stop saying
Andy Kind wants to consign these Christian cliches to the dustbin
Opinion5 better sermon illustrations than spitting in someone’s face
US pastor Mike Todd has apologised after he received backlash for rubbing saliva in his brother’s eyes during a sermon. The preacher was trying to make the story of Christ healing a blind man "come alive”, but Andy Kind says there are better ways of getting your point across
