All Culture articles – Page 3
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ReviewsWe’re all capable of evil. That’s the message of Auschwitz drama ‘Zone of Interest’
The horror of evil is not that it is rare, but that it is so common and banal, says Guy Hewitt
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Opinion8 top tips for wise Christian dating
Just because you’re on a Christian dating site doesn’t mean that everyone you meet there will share your views on love, sex and marriage, says Abigail Thomas. In fact, her research showed just the opposite
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OpinionWhy I’m pleased Carey Mulligan isn’t a “super-super-Christian”
Being a Christian is about your everyday walk with Jesus, not just what you say in public – and that is as true for celebrities with a faith as it is for us all, says Tim Bechervaise
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Magazine FeaturesThe Gospel according to Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift isn’t the light of the world. And she can’t fill our culture’s God-shaped hole. But the biggest pop star on the planet does identify as a Christian
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OpinionI was fired for my sermon on LGBT issues. But I will not apologise for speaking the truth
Former school chaplain, Bernard Randall says he was sacked for gross misconduct and reported to the Government’s anti-terrorism programme after delivering a sermon which contained Christian views on sexuality
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OpinionThe Traitors is brilliant TV. And it reveals a lot about our society
As The Traitors finale hits our screens, Peter Ladd explores why it is gripping our nation and what Christians can learn from it
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OpinionThe complicated case of Russell Brand’s (sort-of) conversion
How do we cheer on someone’s walk towards Christ without minimising the pain of their past actions? As Russell Brand speaks of needing a personal relationship with Jesus months after being accused of sexual offences, Emma Fowle explores
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ReviewsOne Life: A heartwrenching true story of the man who rescued children from the Holocaust
The baptised Anglican, Nicholas Winton, rescued hundreds of Jewish children from the concentration camps. A new film pays tribute to his life
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OpinionLil Nas X is antagonising Christians again. But I still believe in showing him kindness
Lil Nas X’s latest music video ‘J Christ’ has been widely denounced as offensive and blasphemous by Christians. But George Luke believes the rapper is trapped between two worlds, and part of him is still drawn to the faith of his youth
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OpinionThe ‘Reacher’ actor is a Christian. And he’s fighting back against unfair criticism
Alan Ritchson, the Christian actor who plays Jack Reacher in Amazon’s hit TV show, has defended his decision to play the vigilante. James Cary says the Bible is full of moral ambiguity. If Christians don’t like it, they’ll need to take it up with Jesus when they see him
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Testimonies‘Gladiators brought me fame and fortune, but the gospel set me free’
Warren Furman went from being homeless to overnight fame, starring as Ace in the hit 90’s TV series Gladiators. As the reality TV show returns to our screens, soon-to-be Rev Furman, who was once engaged to Katie Price, tells the story of how he found God and turned from bodybuilding to building the body of Christ
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ReviewsTop 10 Christian songs of 2023
Premier Christian Radio daytime host Josh Carter looks back at his favourite tracks from 2023 and gives you his recommendations for starting your new year the right way
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Reviews‘Mr Bates vs the Post Office’ contains hard lessons for the Church
The dramatisation of what has been called “the UK’s most widespread miscarriage of justice” should be a warning to the Church and Christians everywhere that truth is more important than reputation. We must fight for it at all costs
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OpinionNo, you weren’t abducted by aliens…But you might have had a spiritual experience
Kate Orson says the claimed existence of alien life isn’t what it seems
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ReviewsJon Batiste’s Christian faith isn’t explored in ‘American Symphony’. But does it need to be?
The Grammy award-winning artist radiates joy in this new Netflix documentary, says Tim Bechervaise
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InterviewsKevin Sorbo: ‘Hollywood booted me out for being a Christian’
The God’s Not Dead actor on being cancelled by Hollywood, the stroke that nearly ended his career and why he won’t stop being outspoken on social media, no matter how much trouble it gets him in
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News AnalysisThe biggest stories of 2023
The most significant stories for Christians from the past twelve months
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OpinionWhy Christians need to stop judging celebs who talk about Jesus
Controversial US rapper Lil Nas X has been criticised by some Christians following the release of his latest song. But Lindz West believes we are too quick to judge the faith of high profile people
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OpinionWhy your favourite stories are full of Christian meaning
From Harry Potter to The Lord of the Rings, our most loved stories concern the battle of good over evil. That’s because we’re wired that way, says Andy Bannister. It’s only in a universe where good wins out in the end that stories make sense
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InterviewsRussell Watson: ‘My friend and I text Bible verses to each other every Sunday’
The world-renowned tenor explains how a near-death experience led him to faith, and why he’ll never tire of bringing joy to others through his music
