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ReviewsThe Israel Dilemma: A one-sided film about biblical prophecy
God made an everlasting covenant with Israel and their turbulent history from King David to today, is all prophesied in the Old Testament. That’s according to this new Christian-made documentary The Israel Dilemma. Chris Goswami went to see it
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Opinion‘Even in the darkest stories, I’m looking for light’: The Christian faith of Denzel Washington
As Gladiator II hits our screens, Tim Bechervaise takes a look at the role that faith has played in the life of Hollywood actor, Denzel Washington
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Magazine FeaturesCould faith go viral again? Malcolm Gladwell’s new book has the answer
One of the world’s leading non-fiction writers doesn’t write much about his own Christian faith. And yet when you apply Malcolm Gladwell’s Revenge of the Tipping Point to the Church’s evangelism the implications are exciting, says Martin Saunders
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OpinionDon’t be offended by The Life of Brian, it’s a great Christian apologetic
It’s 45 years since Monty Python’s The Life of Brian caused outrage among some Christians, who took offence at its mockery of Christ. But the Bible is full of people mocking Jesus – and God uses it all for his glory, says Samuel Tarr
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OpinionWhy Christians struggle to believe positive news about the Church
You may have been given wrong information when it comes to church decline, says Gareth Russell
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ReviewsBonhoeffer: This provocative biopic is a warning to Christians
Bonhoeffer isn’t a nice story about someone standing up for their faith. It’s a warning to all Christians not to tie themselves to any one political identity, says our reviewer
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ReviewsConclave: This enthralling papal thriller is a must-watch
Ralph Fiennes captivates as a cardinal thrust into the fierce politics of the Vatican, says our reviewer
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OpinionThe Met needs to stop demonising the dead
The Met’s decision to release more information on Chris Kaba’s “character”, presents us with some worrying ethical issues, says George Pitcher
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Magazine FeaturesWitchcraft is trending on TikTok. Here are 5 ways Christians can respond
Millions of young people are diving headfirst into exploring witchcraft, and their main portal is the social media app TikTok. Martin Saunders looks at what’s going on, and suggests how Christians can address this dangerous trend
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InterviewsAgent to Hollywood stars Femi Oguns: ‘If fame isn’t handled the right way, you’re in the palms of the devil’
The actor-turned-agent has represented some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. But his life’s message isn’t about glitz. It’s about God
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Magazine FeaturesWhy every Christian should care about the demise of newspapers
The first journalists were deeply influenced by their Christian commitments. But the connection between faith and media stretches back even further than that, all the way to Mount Sinai, argues Dr Jenny Taylor
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OpinionLiam Payne died searching for recognition. It can only come from God
The tragic death of One Direction’s teen pop sensation reminds us that fame and fortune cannot meet our deepest human needs, says Tony Wilson. That can only come from being fully known by Jesus
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InterviewsFrank Cottrell-Boyce: ‘I don’t have that burning evangelical thing. Faith is just part of me’
The Waterstone’s children’s laureate finds it “depressing” that it’s easier to get a book published on Norse mythology than the story of Christ. He speaks to us about normalising faith, telling hopeful stories and why he no longer apologises for being a Christian
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Magazine FeaturesThe second coming of Oasis
The fans who thought they’d never see Oasis rise from the dead are desperate to see the band recapture their earlier form. That’s if they get that far. The story of two warring brothers is as old as the scriptures, says Martin Saunders
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OpinionKaos imagines a world shaped by the Greek pantheon, not Christianity
The Netflix series Kaos takes Greek myths and puts them in a modern setting. But what does Zeus have to do with the God of the Bible? Giles Gough explores
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OpinionChurches should allow their buildings to be used for horror films
The Church of England has denied permission for director Danny Boyle to film his upcoming zombie apocalypse movie inside a church. But James Cary thinks the church has made the wrong decision. He explains why
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OpinionWhy the Catholic response to the Olympic controversy was so intense
Christians of various denominations have said they were offended by the Olympic opening ceremony. But Catholics experience a heightened degree of offence, explains Gavin Ashenden
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Magazine FeaturesToo much on TV? How Christians should navigate peak content
Netflix, Amazon and other streaming giants have granted us access to entire libraries full of dramas and documentaries, but can any of us really keep up?
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ReviewsA Moses mockumentary? This biblical parody will make you laugh
Produced by the team behind The Chosen and already racking up half a million views on YouTube, it seems The Promised Land is off to a flying start. But can a comedy based on the Exodus really work? Christian and sit-com writer Paul Kerensa gives his view
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OpinionChristians shouldn’t be offended by the Olympics opening ceremony
Many Christians have complained about the Last Supper being recreated by drag artists during the Olympics Opening Ceremony. But is there actually anything to be offended by?
