All Archive content articles – Page 71
-
Archive content
Keswick Convention: In The Beginning Part Two
Based on a talk by John Lennox, at the Keswick Convention 2013. He is Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford and a lecturer at the Oxford Centre of Christian Apologetics.The most important thing said in any book of Scripture, is about God. Yesterday we began to unpack the ...
-
Archive contentA Problem Shared: How do you deal with a serial dater?
The only young man in his late 20s attending our church is causing problems, as he seems to be slowly dating each woman of around his age in the church – and breaking hearts along the way. I am concerned that if I step in and discipline him, he may leave the church, and I am really keen see more young adults in the church. What should I do?
-
Archive content
A new Christian's Guide to Church
Nearly a decade ago, ex News of the World reporter Ruth Roberts became a ChristIan and documented her acclImatIsatIon to church lIfe In ChrIstIanIty magazIne. nIne years on, she looks back on what she’s learned about how the church welcomes new Christians.
-
Archive content
Keswick Convention 2013: Mission Of The Trinity
Based on a talk by Peter Maiden, director of Operation Mobilisation, at the Keswick Convention 2013, on John 20:19-31God is completing a plan and purpose for his world, which can be traced back to the beginning. It's clear in scripture that God calls all of us to play a part ...
-
Archive content
Keswick Convention: People of the Trinity
Eph 4:1-16Based on a talk by Richard Condie, vicar of St Jude's Anglican church in Melbourne, Australia, at the Keswick Convention 2013Ephesians 4 is a marvellous passage of Scripture. It emphasises the unity of the church. However, the church is currently riven with division – in denominations for example. I'm ...
-
Archive content
Keswick Convention: Walking In The Spirit
Heather Tomlinson writes based on a talk by Alasdair Paine, vicar of St Andrew the Great in Cambridge, at the Keswick Convention 2013omans 8:1-17This passage in Romans is packed with references to the Spirit. It's there for a practical purpose. Paul has written this letter because he wants the readers ...
-
Archive content
Keswick Convention 2013: Following the Son
"Following the Son" - Heather Tomlinson writes based on a talk by Peter Baker, minister of Lansdowne Baptist church in Bournemouth, at Keswick Convention 2013From Eph 2:1-10Ephesians 2 has to be among the most well-trodden paths of the New Testament. When you read it, you know you've been here before many ...
-
Archive content
Am I Missing Something? The Winners!
Based on the popular Christianity magazine column, Am I Missing Something? written by Ruth Roberts, looks at Christianity through the eyes of a new believer. The book adds to the articles that Ruth wrote each month for three years, expands on her past and includes letters to her father about ...
-
Archive content
Dancing All The Way To The Bank
Only in Africa would economics be enjoyed through the medium of dance - though perhaps Mr Osborne would curry some much-needed favour with the press if he busted the occasional move on the steps of Number 10.A group of women I met in Malawi (on my recent trip to visit ...
-
Archive content
Sabbath - rest or recreation?
The principle of a ‘weekend’ is an entirely biblical one, says David Instone-Brewer. How will you use yours?
-
Archive content
Flirting at work: where do I draw the line?
I am a new Christian and am picking up that Christians frown upon flirting at work. Why do they think this is so bad and unholy? Isn't it just a natural part of life and having fun to cheer up a dreary day?
-
Archive content
Who do you think you are?
Is Dr Who Christianity’s greatest allegorical resource, or is he a subverted Messiah?
-
Archive content
Restless Wanderers
They made folk music cool again. Their lead singer has well-known Christian parents. And they sing about God. Surely Mumford and Sons are a Christianity culture columnist’s dream? Martin Saunders is not so sure.
-
Archive content
Reality and Rewards
Although Reality TV is waning in popularity, The Apprentice still draws a huge audience. Martin Saunders explores why our fascination with the series remains...
-
Archive content
The Ministry of Mr Tumble
The ailing children’s TV sector has been single-handedly revived by one man, who drives adults crazy, but is a hero among the under-5s. Martin Saunders on the rise and rise of Justin Fletcher...
-
Archive content
Have talent shows grown up?
Is it possible to breathe new life into a tired old talent show format? Martin Saunders thinks The Voice has pulled it off.
-
Archive content
Greater than the Sum of its Parts
Philosopher Alain de Botton’s new book tries to steal the best bits of religion and leave God behind...
-
Archive content
The Hunger Games: A Mirror to the World
The Hunger Games has appeared almost from nowhere to become one of the biggest films in recent history. Martin Saunders asks, what does this horrific vision of a fictional future have to say to us about the hidden horrors of our present reality?
-
Archive content
The failure of feminism
Mark Greene highlights how the language of feminist empowerment and freedom has been hijacked and dragged into the dirt...
-
Archive content
Dido: home at last?
Mark Greene reviews the latest offering from Britain’s most understated talent.
