2022-05-10T10:51:00+01:00By John Hosier
The spirit of antichrist is present in much of the world, including Russia, says theologian and end times teacher John Hosier. He explains why world events are a challenge to church leaders to once again start preaching about the second coming of Christ
2022-04-29T13:45:00+01:00By Nigel Griffiths, St Mary's Reigate
The Church of England has been encouraging its congregations to "grow together" on issues related to sexuality, identity, relationships and marriage. Nigel Griffiths has been taking part and helping to facilitate the church's Living in Love and Faith (LLF) course, and offers his reflections on what has - and hasn't - worked
2022-04-26T16:41:00+01:00
Why is UK Church attendance falling, and what can we do about it? 12 leaders respond
2022-04-26T16:05:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
The past two years have seen many Christian gatherings moved online, scaled back or simply not taking place at all. Emma Fowle asks three festival organisers how they survived the pandemic and why they still believe God uses large events so powerfully
2022-04-26T15:50:00+01:00By Chris Goswami
Bitcoin is here to stay – but what exactly is it? How does it work? And should Christians invest?
2022-04-26T15:22:00+01:00By Rob Parsons, Care for the Family
Bestselling author Rob Parsons believes Christians are increasingly violating the Church community’s standards with waspish critique and verbal attacks. He explains why we must be wise in how we handle the power of the tongue
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2022-04-25T12:45:00+01:00By Ben Bluemel, Glorify
From world peace to inner peace, we all know that peace is a good thing, and that we’d like more of it. But in the uncertainty and intensity of everyday life, how do we find it?
2022-04-22T11:38:00+01:00By Jonathan Clark, Premier Lifeline
One of the most popular hymns of all time, ‘How great thou art’ was inspired by a song that missionary Stuart Hine first heard in the Ukrainian mountains.
2022-04-14T14:12:00+01:00By Martyn Whittock, Historian
The early Christians found the crucifixion so shocking that they didn’t make an image of it for 200 years. Historian Martyn Whittock charts how the Church has depicted the cross since then
2022-04-13T16:40:00+01:00By RT Kendall
RT Kendall reflects on the emotions Christ experienced at Calvary
2022-04-13T00:00:00+01:00By David Instone-Brewer
The Bible contains many different metaphors that explain what Jesus achieved on the cross. But David Instone-Brewer says this doctrine is special
2022-04-06T07:57:00+01:00By Sue Rinaldi
Christine Noble was a gifted and passionate Christian leader who fought for other women to be free in their callings, says Sue Rinaldi
2022-04-04T08:26:00+01:00By Billy Kennedy, Pioneer Network
The founder of the Pioneer network of churches and March for Jesus, Gerald Coates, has died at the age of 78. Billy Kennedy, who succeeded him in heading up Pioneer pays tribute to the prophetic leader
2022-03-29T15:33:00+01:00By Justin Brierley
As war rages, Justin Brierley asks Ukrainian Orthodox scholar Father Cyril Hovorun and Catholic journalist Clifford Longley about the religious beliefs motivating Vladimir Putin
2022-03-29T11:59:00+01:00By Alistair Forman
Despite being the leader of a church for many years, Alistair Forman didn’t fully appreciate the grace of God. When he delved deeper into the parable of the prodigal son, he discovered a loving father who really is as good as he says he is
2022-03-29T10:51:00+01:00By Pete Greig
The bewildered founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement shares what he has learned through years of trying – and sometimes failing – to listen to the still, small voice
2022-03-28T16:12:00+01:00By Rachael Newham
Jesus’ resurrection takes place against a backdrop of grief and despair. As the world grapples with war in Europe, Rachael Newham reflects on how the sadness of Good Friday and Holy Saturday reveals a king who came to minister to us not through power and might but through scars and tears
2022-03-28T14:33:00+01:00By Jared Stacy
Christians have a dual responsibility to question conspiracy theories and show compassion to those who believe them, says Jared Stacy
2022-03-24T09:20:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
A record number of church leaders are thinking about quitting ministry. Megan Cornwell speaks to the pastors experiencing burnout to find out why the spiritual health of the Church is under attack
2022-03-13T00:00:00+00:00By Krish Kandiah
Dr Krish Kandiah explains how Jesus’ words from the cross reveal God’s hospitality towards us
2022-02-28T09:09:00+00:00By Andrew Sach and Jonathan Gemmell
The angry atheism once popularised by Richard Dawkins is now widely considered to be just as dogmatic as fundamentalist religion. But with growing numbers of people preferring a gentler, more agnostic approach to faith, Andrew Sach and Jonathan Gemmell explore how we can best reach the fence sitters
2022-02-24T04:28:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
Faced with the aftermath of a pandemic, rising food bills and soaring energy costs, more people are finding themselves struggling to make ends meet. Premier Christianity brought together three leading activists for a roundtable discussion on how the Church can provide hope, practical help and campaign for change
2022-02-23T15:46:00+00:00By Chris Mabey
Chris Mabey, whose wife fled Myanma as a teenager, reports on what is taking place in the majority-Buddhist nation, and explains how you can prayerfully support the fledgling Christian community there
2022-02-22T11:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
HOPE Together’s Rachel Jordan-Wolf tells us about sharing the Gospel with street prostitutes in Amsterdam’s red light district
2022-02-22T11:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Funerals are one of the most difficult places to share the Gospel, says London City Mission’s Efrem Buckle. Here’s how he approached the task
2022-02-22T11:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Three Christians with the gift of the gab on how you can grow in sharing your faith
2022-02-14T09:53:00+00:00By Karen Murdarasi
Karen Murdarasi isn’t sure there’s much historical accuracy in the myths and legends that surround the origins of St Valentine’s Day. But that doesn’t mean Christians shouldn’t take the opportunity it presents to love those around them well.
2022-02-09T10:00:00+00:00By Tim Bechervaise
The founder of PayPal, Tesla and SpaceX is on a mission to save the human race from extinction. Tim Bechervaise looks at what the Church can learn from this most unusual of entrepreneurs
2022-01-27T15:44:00+00:00By Elle Hardy, Author of Beyond Belief
The agnostic journalist Elle Hardy has been investigating how Pentecostalism is taking over the world. Here’s what she discovered
2022-01-27T15:42:00+00:00By Chris Goswami
Artificial Intelligence is already being used to mimic the dead. If you could chat online to a loved one who had died, would you?
2022-01-27T14:12:00+00:00By Tim Wyatt
How should churches respond when the press uncovers scandals about them? We speak to the PRs hired to help Christians cope with negative news coverage
2022-01-21T12:33:00+00:00By Charmaine Yip
Charmaine Yip delves into the scriptures to assess whether allowing LGBT people to attend church services, but preventing them from serving, is justifiable
2022-01-21T11:30:00+00:00
As the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity continues, three Christians from different denominations share what God has put on their heart
2022-01-05T11:06:00+00:00By Michael Nuttall, Former Bishop of Natal
Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the South African leader who stood up to apartheid and played a leading role in bringing peace and reconciliation to a divided nation, has died, aged 90. His friend and co-worker, Rt Rev Michael Nuttall, pays tribute
2021-12-17T14:16:00+00:00By Gemma Simmonds, Director of the Religious Life Institute
A spiritual retreat doesn’t have to cost money or take lots of time, says Gemma Simmonds. Whether we have busy jobs, children or responsibilities that we just can’t get away from, God is with us in our every day, just waiting to meet with us
2021-12-17T14:06:00+00:00By Amy Boucher-Pye
Want to re-connect with God? Try praying the Daily Examen. Amy Boucher Pye explains how you can give it a go
2021-12-16T21:40:00+00:00By David Hoffbrand
God mandated a day of rest for our good, says David Hoffbrand. Try it. You might be surprised by the many benefits it brings to you and your family
2021-12-16T21:25:00+00:00By Oliver R Moore-Howells
Why would a married couple trade their comfortable careers for a year of wild camping in Europe? Oliver R Moore-Howells explains how following Jesus turned him into an eleutheromaniac
2021-12-16T20:48:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
The numbers of people participating in the post-Christmas detox has grown exponentially. Emma Fowle finds out what it’s all about and looks at whether Christians should get involved
2021-12-01T09:11:00+00:00By Nathanael Smith
At the heart of Dickens’ festive classic is a powerful redemption story. No wonder it’s one of the most adapted works of fiction ever written
2021-11-26T16:05:00+00:00By Dan Morrice, Travel writer
After Jesus’ birth came a dramatic journey through a hostile wilderness. As Dan Morrice follows in Christ’s footsteps he considers how the lessons Jesus learned in the Negev desert shaped the man he became
2021-11-26T12:22:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
The Global Mercy will offer lifesaving surgery to some of the world’s poorest communities and state of the art training for underprivileged doctors. And it’s doing it in the name of Jesus
2021-11-26T11:38:00+00:00By Jo Swinney
If you read the Christmas story in isolation, you will miss the beauty of the Bible’s bigger picture, says Jo Swinney
2021-11-26T09:14:00+00:00By RT Kendall
Into the darkness of Galilee a great light came. RT Kendall wonders if we could be on the cusp of our own revival this Christmas
2021-11-26T08:26:00+00:00By Tim Stanley
The Christmas message of hope is more relevant today than ever, and the Church should not be afraid of proclaiming it, says Tim Stanley
2021-11-24T10:29:00+00:00By Dr Finlay Malcolm, Research Fellow in Philosophy
Christians have traditionally understood faith to mean trust in God. But there's another vital aspect to faith that we often overlook
2021-11-23T19:45:00+00:00By Peter Sanlon
The prolific author and church planter was well respected among conservative evangelicals, having overseen the growth of one of the largest Anglican churches in northern England. He later made an “orderly exit” from the Church of England, believing it had "gone adrift from its biblical moorings." His friends remember him as a gospel-centred man who wanted Jesus to be glorified
2021-11-23T15:19:00+00:00By Krish Kandiah
Reading has been in decline for decades, with social media, Netflix and video games competing for our attention. There’s also a gender divide. The Telegraph recently reported that men are twice as likely not to read books at all. Krish Kandiah explains why he believes reading good books should be a priority for every Christian
2021-11-15T16:27:00+00:00By Alistair McKitterick, Theologian
In re-defining Christian concepts of morality, the soul, free will and more, atheism is leaving our society hollow and directionless. By contrast, it is belief in the God of scripture which upholds and strengthens our understanding of meaning, truth and freedom, argues Alistair McKitterick
2021-11-08T08:00:00+00:00By Caroline Pattenden
Ahead of Remembrance Sunday, Caroline Pattenden considers the significance of the God-given directive to remember Jesus during Communion
2021-11-01T14:09:00+00:00By Bishop Graham Tomlin, Bishop of Kensington
Following your heart won’t lead you to fulfilment, but denying yourself might, argues Bishop Graham Tomlin
2021-10-27T13:19:00+01:00By Howard and Holly Satterthwaite
Confessing our sins doesn’t sound like a barrel of laughs. But if we don’t give it the attention it deserves, we miss the joy that God wants for us, says Howard and Holly Satterthwaite
2021-10-26T12:28:00+01:00By Rev Canon J.John
Have you ever wondered, ‘What will I look like in heaven?’ The issue of the afterlife is a complicated one, but we can be sure of what the Bible tells us about certain aspects of heaven, says evangelist and author J.John
2021-10-25T11:26:00+01:00By Karen Murdarasi
This inspiring preacher confounded the expectations of her day for both women and black people
2021-10-25T11:16:00+01:00By Kate Jane Neal
Ahead of anti-bullying week, which this year has the theme One Kind Word, Kate Jane Neal explains how she was led by God to create a series of resources which teach children their worth as human beings made in the image of God
2021-10-25T10:53:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
During the first lockdown, thousands of rough sleepers were housed by a government scheme. But 20 months later, homelessness is back to pre-pandemic levels. We speak to the Christian charities who are working to end homelessness once and for all
2021-10-25T10:30:00+01:00By James Cary
Now, what kind of a statement is that? You are probably already wary of this title, assuming the headline is clickbait to catch your eye and hook you in. That’s what clickbait does to you. It piques your interest. But once you’ve clicked and read, it turns out to be ...
2021-10-25T10:15:00+01:00By Jonty Langley
A relative newcomer to the UK, Black Friday is now the biggest retail event of the year. But is it a flagrant celebration at the altar of mammon or a legitimate way for businesses to drum up trade? And how, asks Jonty Langley, should Christians respond?
2021-10-25T10:14:00+01:00By Jonty Langley
If you need the deals because money is tight, then there’s no judgement from us. But if you sense that maybe your attitude to consuming isn’t what it should be, these ideas may be helpful.
2021-10-15T15:10:00+01:00By Mervyn Thomas, Founder President of Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW)
The Christian MP Sir David Amess has died after being stabbed inside a Methodist Church in Essex. Mervyn Thomas pays tribute to him
2021-09-28T11:42:00+01:00By Chris Witherall
The Church has traditionally shunned the festival, claiming it celebrates evil. Here’s an alternative perspective
2021-09-28T11:38:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
As the campaign to legalise assisted dying ramps up, Heather Tomlinson explains why Christians need to reassess their assumptions about individualism and personal autonomy
2021-09-28T08:07:00+01:00By Peter Larkum, Mental health first aid instructor
When it comes to mental health, prevention is always better than cure. Here’s what the Church can do to help
2021-09-27T13:18:00+01:00By Matthew Arnold
Most Christians have been taught that ghosts aren’t real. But is this what scripture teaches?
2021-09-16T15:19:00+01:00By Jonty Langley
Spong didn’t believe in the resurrection, and rejected mainstream Church teaching on prayer, miracles and the nature of God
2021-09-16T13:26:00+01:00By Lauren Windle
He built a record-breaking congregation, but ended his life in controversy, says Lauren Windle
2021-09-16T08:24:00+01:00By Jarrod Cooper
Pastor Colin Urquhart, a Christian speaker and author who was especially influential within the UK charismatic movement, has died from cancer. Jarrod Cooper pays tribute to him
2021-09-13T16:35:00+01:00By Amy Boucher-Pye
Prayer doesn’t have to be confusing or intimidating says Amy Boucher-Pye. Here’s how to make it part of your everyday life
2021-09-01T10:22:00+01:00By Jeff Hardin
Jeff Hardin explains how researching human development has caused him to wonder at the beauty of God’s creation
2021-08-24T16:11:00+01:00By Robin Crow, medical journalist
As evidence suggests that belief in God can have positive effects on your health, some are arguing for doctors to take a more active role in discussing faith with their patients
2021-08-24T15:55:00+01:00By Peter Lynas, Evangelical Alliance
Beware of strong opinions and easy answers, says the Evangelical Alliance’s Peter Lynas. Behind the rise of sometimes-confusing gender labels are real people whom Christians are called to love
2021-08-24T15:20:00+01:00By Philip Yancey
As someone who has been writing for half a century, I read the Bible differently to most people. Accepting it as our primary source for what God wants us to know about reality, I also can’t help peeking behind the words to its human authors. I read Isaiah and marvel ...
2021-08-24T11:49:00+01:00By Peter Lupson
It’s 150 years since William Hartley established a brand of jam that is still the market leader in the UK today
2021-08-24T11:29:00+01:00By Carl Knightly, Faith in later life
The Bible doesn’t talk about retiring, says Carl Knightly. Whatever age we are, we still have value, worth and a part to play in the family of God
2021-08-24T09:29:00+01:00By Dr Ruth Bancewicz
Join Dr Ruth Bancewicz for a guided meditation, looking at the beauty of God’s creation
2021-08-23T10:01:00+01:00By Andrew Haslam
Greg Haslam was the senior minister of Westminster Chapel from 2002 to 2016. He was also a well known author who often spoke at major Christian conferences. His son Andrew, who is the leader of Grace Church London, says his life was marked by integrity and sincerity.
2021-08-10T13:39:00+01:00By Jim Mason
Writing in response to Dr Luke Barnes' article on why he no longer believes in young earth creationism, physicist and engineer, Dr Jim Mason shares his own story, and explains why he believes a “plain reading” of Genesis leads to a young earth viewpoint
2021-08-02T14:42:00+01:00By RT Kendall
Following Jesus means walking a narrow road, filled with difficulty and suffering. But we persevere because of the promise of heaven, says RT Kendall
2021-08-02T14:30:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
Activists say most churches are silent on pro-life issues. Heather Tomlinson asks if Christians are avoiding the subject and, if so, why?
2021-08-02T13:48:00+01:00By Jon Yates
I bring good news and bad news. The good news is that the people of Britain are right about something. The bad news is that they are right about how awful something is. Half of our fellow citizens tell pollsters that our country is “more divided than ever before”. Following ...
2021-07-29T14:58:00+01:00By Luke Barnes
Theoretical astrophysicist Luke Barnes explains how he changed his mind on the age of the universe
2021-07-29T14:55:00+01:00By Claire Musters
The past 18 months have been characterised by waiting for restrictions to end. Hopes were dashed when lockdowns were extended or reintroduced, often at short notice. Waiting has been painful for many, but Claire Musters believes there are lessons God wants to teach us in this time
2021-07-09T10:13:00+01:00By Miranda Threlfall-Holmes
The Bible is a rich and complex book, and there are many different ways to read it, says Revd. Dr. Miranda Threlfall-Holmes
2021-07-01T09:50:00+01:00By Marcia Dixon
Marcia Dixon pays tribute to the former general secretary of the Evangelical Alliance, who passed away yesterday aged 70
2021-06-30T19:51:00+01:00By Jonty Langley
Hundreds of Glaswegians surround an immigration enforcement van, defying the authorities, demanding that the people inside be allowed to return to their homes. The crowd chants: “These are our neighbours!”
2021-06-30T11:35:00+01:00By Alister McGrath, Andreas Idreos professor of science and religion at the University of Oxford
CS Lewis’ books communicate some of the most profound truths of the Christian faith in a way that all can understand, and remain classics to this day, says Alister McGrath
2021-06-30T11:21:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
Christians are twice as likely to adopt than the general population, but thousands of children are still in need of a safe, stable home. Emma Fowle explains how every Christian can help create an environment where children can thrive
2021-06-30T10:55:00+01:00
Here’s what 8 top Olympians have said about their Christian faith
2021-06-30T09:18:00+01:00By Stuart Weir
Speaking ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, some of the world’s top athletes share how sport has helped them in their Christian faith
2021-06-30T09:07:00+01:00By Sarah Yardley
If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that change is unavoidable. Sarah Yardley shares her top tips on choosing joy regardless
2021-06-29T15:29:00+01:00By Dan Hitchens
The secular journalist known for critiquing left-wing ideas has attracted a huge following in recent years. He might identify as an atheist, but the former Christian remains fascinated by faith
2021-06-29T15:19:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
The first meeting of world leaders in over a year was a disappointment, say charities
2021-06-17T10:55:00+01:00By Ben Cohen
It was the D-Day of Bible smuggling: a million Bibles secretly unloaded onto Chinese shores in one night. Forty years on, some of the key players recount the remarkable and often miraculous operation
2021-05-25T13:51:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
In the midst of a polarised and emotive debate, the Church of England is encouraging ‘balanced, inclusive decision-making’
2021-05-25T13:28:00+01:00By Paul Kerensa
The BBC and Church of England have more in common than you might think, says comedian Paul Kerensa
2021-05-25T12:59:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
Even prior to Covid-19, the number of children and teenagers attending church services in the UK was in steep decline. But after a year like no other, is the answer going back to the way we’ve always done things, or is it time for a fresh approach?
2021-05-25T10:52:00+01:00By Richard Gamble
Seventeen years ago, God gave Richard Gamble an audacious vision: to build a national landmark that celebrated a million answered prayers. Turning that vision into reality has been a long, and often arduous, journey, and it isn’t over yet
2021-05-25T10:35:00+01:00By Tim Wyatt
In recent years there have been a string of high-profile religious freedom cases in the news. But is it really true that Christians in the UK are experiencing persecution? Tim Wyatt speaks to those on both sides of the debate
2021-05-25T09:15:00+01:00By Michele Guinness
Michele Guinness shares her story of sexual abuse, and says every Christian must play their part in forging a new culture of respect between men and women
2021-05-17T18:19:00+01:00By Jamie Cutteridge
With just 10 days to go until the Friends reunion, Jamie Cutteridge considers how the show has connected with young and old alike, and what Christians can take away from it
2021-05-17T10:50:00+01:00By Rev Johnnie Moore
A slow-motion and largely ignored war is taking place in Africa’s most populous nation, and time is running out, says Rev Johnnie Moore
2021-05-04T14:13:00+01:00By Karen Murdarasi
It isn’t just Christians who are campaigning against online porn. Shocking revelations about the industry are causing those outside of the Church to take action too
2021-05-04T14:09:00+01:00By Dave Roberts
Respected leaders in the American Church were convinced God had told them Donald Trump would be re-elected president. Dave Roberts analyses why so many got it wrong, and seeks trusted voices to help us understand the role of the prophetic today
2021-04-29T09:59:00+01:00By Chris Goswami
The modern-day Areopagus is increasingly providing Christians with spiritual content and is an ideal platform for evangelism and debate, says Chris Goswami
2021-04-28T14:16:00+01:00By Most Rev Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury
The Archbishop of Canterbury says we have an unprecedented opportunity to build a global community that reflects God’s heart for the poor and respects our planet. But real change will require courage – from all of us
2021-04-28T13:10:00+01:00By Claire Musters
After a period of separation, Claire and Steve Musters were determined to make their marriage work. During a time of rebuilding, they were challenged by their marriage counsellors to think back to what drew them together in the first place. They realised many of their ideas about marriage had been fuelled by cultural rather than biblical ideals – and they don’t think they are the only ones…
2021-04-28T12:58:00+01:00By Patrick Regan
Having lived with a degenerative condition for years, Patrick Regan has grappled with physical and emotional pain. Here he shares lessons in resilience he has learned personally, as well as gems shared by Anne Frank’s stepsister, Eva Schloss, former hostage Terry Waite and retired police commander John Sutherland
2021-04-28T12:44:00+01:00By Dr Gary Chapman
Dr Gary Chapman may have written bestselling books on marriage, but the early years of his own relationship were a mess. Here he reveals how God challenged him to change his attitude towards his wife – and what a difference that made
2021-04-16T15:45:00+01:00By Catherine Pepinster
Catherine Pepinster shares the inspirational stories of Christians who were willing to face death because of their faith
2021-03-25T12:30:00+00:00By Sarah Lumgair
When I was growing up, I remember being told: “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.” Sound advice to give a child. But when I read through the Bible I discovered God operates a little differently.
2021-03-25T11:57:00+00:00By Claire Musters
‘If we pull together everything will be OK.’ That was the message politicians gave us when the pandemic began. But, more than a year on, serious questions are being asked about the cost of lockdowns. Claire Musters takes a closer look at how months of isolation have affected us all
2021-03-25T11:40:00+00:00By Duncan Evans
The open, but agnostic journalist Duncan Evans meets evangelical Middle Eastern pastor Nabil Zakhary
2021-03-24T16:58:00+00:00By Nick Page
Christian cliches. We all know them. And we all use them. But are they more than harmless sayings? Nick Page wonders whether there is more danger in them than we think
2021-03-24T16:10:00+00:00By David Booker
In tackling the subject of grief, Marvel’s WandaVision is resonating with millions of viewers. But what can Christians take away from the series?
2021-03-24T16:03:00+00:00By Bekah Legg, Bekah Legg
1 in 4 churchgoers have experienced abuse within an intimate relationship. And almost all of the women you know have been sexually harassed at some point in their lives, says Bekah Legg
2021-03-24T15:54:00+00:00By Alister McGrath
Alister McGrath remembers the distinguished academic and Anglican priest who has died at the age of 90
2021-03-24T15:45:00+00:00By Rev Canon J.John
After becoming a Christian at the age of twelve, Luis Palau began preaching on street corners. He went on to reach millions with the gospel. J.John pays tribute to the Argentinian evangelist
2021-03-18T00:00:00+00:00By David Booker
In tackling the subject of grief, Marvel's WandaVision is resonating with millions of viewers. But what can Christians take away from the series?
2021-02-22T00:00:00+00:00By Heather Tomlinson
The rise of ‘cancel culture’ has led to people losing their jobs simply for expressing their opinions, says Heather Tomlinson
2021-02-22T00:00:00+00:00By Tim Wyatt
A global pandemic, which no one was expecting, has had drastic and far-reaching spiritual implications. In speaking to a host of different Christian leaders, Tim Wyatt uncovers three important ways Covid-19 has altered every congregation in the land
2021-02-19T10:59:00+00:00
Following the shock resignation in February of Pope Benedict XVI, Justin Brierley examines his legacy
2021-02-17T00:00:00+00:00By David Instone-Brewer
Premier Christianity's resident Bible scholar David Instone-Brewer explains why he believes this pandemic is not a sign of God's anger
2021-02-11T16:51:00+00:00By Ruth Mawhinney
China may seem like a very foreign land, but issues such as an aging rural Church and communicating the Christian faith in an increasingly materialist culture are much closer to home.
2021-02-11T16:46:00+00:00
He may have lost the last election, but Jeremy Corbyn also inspired a generation of young people to engage in politics. How did he do it, and what can the Church learn? Andrew Buttress explains
2021-02-01T00:00:00+00:00By Paul Woolley
As we approach the centenary of John Stott’s birth, it’s an ideal time to reflect on the global impact of this Anglican priest and theologian
2021-01-25T00:00:00+00:00By Nathanael Smith
Disney/Pixar’s new blockbuster is themed around the afterlife. In his spoiler-free review, Nathanael Smith says the film contains an unusual but timely message
2021-01-08T00:00:00+00:00
The recent scenes of protesters holding placards with 'Jesus saves' while they stormed the US Capitol, have shocked and disgusted many Christians around the world. Historian Martyn Whittock analyses the rise of the 'evangelical right' in America and asks: has Christianity become corrupted by politics?
2020-12-14T00:00:00+00:00By Simon Ponsonby
Writing ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day, Simon Ponsonby exposes the ‘Christian’ roots of the worst massacre in modern history
2020-12-14T00:00:00+00:00By Liz Dodd
This time last year we published a cover story entitled ‘2020: The Year of Evangelism’. In light of Covid-19 Liz Dodd revisits her article and asks: did the prophets get it wrong?
2020-11-23T00:00:00+00:00By Nick Page
Christmas is coming! And with it the usual stories telling us that the festival has pagan origins. But is it true? Nick Page investigates
2020-11-23T00:00:00+00:00By Marcus Jones
We set our news editor the challenge of rounding up 2020 without mentioning you-know-what. Here’s how he got on
2020-10-26T00:00:00+00:00By RT Kendall
It isn’t a popular viewpoint…but could it be true? RT Kendall thinks so
2020-10-26T00:00:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
The coronavirus crisis has led to a substantial global rise in violence against women. While the Church hasn’t always been a safe place for survivors of domestic abuse, it now has an opportunity to be a light in these dark times. Megan Cornwell investigates
2020-10-26T00:00:00+00:00By Ryan Galpin
Ryan Galpin looks at whether Christian athletes should be taking the knee in support of racial justice
2020-09-23T00:00:00+01:00By Liz Dodd
With many churches still closed, now is the ideal time to explore the technology designed to help you draw closer to God
2020-09-23T00:00:00+01:00By Caroline Pattenden
Caroline Pattenden has struggled with negative feelings about her body for as long as she can remember. She explains why the current trends of Body Positivity and Body Neutrality contain some truth, but fall short of the Bible’s life-changing message
2020-09-21T00:00:00+01:00By John Wyatt
The coronavirus pandemic has led to an exponential rise in mental health conditions triggered by all-pervading death anxiety. Prof John Wyatt says Christians must daily rekindle biblical hope as an antidote to fear-driven government policies
2020-08-26T00:00:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
As toxic behaviour by some of the Church’s biggest names is uncovered, Heather Tomlinson says the problem isn’t just with them. It’s with us
2020-08-26T00:00:00+01:00
A writer who wishes to remain anonymous considers the ethical implications of the NDA
2020-07-29T00:00:00+01:00By David Instone-Brewer
The gospel spread in spite of Paul’s preaching, rather than because of it, suggests David Instone-Brewer
2020-07-29T00:00:00+01:00By Jamie Cutteridge
After Jamie Cutteridge found himself on the receiving end of widespread anger and abuse, he reflected on his own online behaviour in the light of Jesus’ teachings
2020-07-29T00:00:00+01:00By Ruth Valerio
The coronavirus crisis has revealed just how injured God’s earth is, but this pandemic has also given us a rare opportunity to ask big questions. Could a dramatic societal shift be on the horizon? Dr Ruth Valerio thinks so
2020-06-29T00:00:00+01:00By Tim Wyatt
Government attitudes towards Christians have shifted dramatically over the past decade, says Tim Wyatt
2020-06-02T00:00:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
From facing infertility to dealing with a breakdown, five Christians share the hope they have in Jesus
2020-04-29T00:00:00+01:00By Lois Tverberg
Lois Tverberg explores the Hebraic principle which influenced the teachings of Jesus, and explains why it is relevant to today’s pandemic
2020-04-29T00:00:00+01:00By Chris Sinkinson
Intrepid explorer Chris Sinkinson goes on a virtual world tour in search of the most valuable wooden box on earth
2020-04-29T00:00:00+01:00By Marcus Jones
Our head of news Marcus Jones reports on how Christians are serving their local communities
2020-03-20T00:00:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
Megan Cornwell investigates the sect that believes African Americans are the true Hebrew Israelites
2020-03-20T00:00:00+00:00
Daniel Kerrigan is a Christian working inside UK prisons. In this extract from his diary, he lifts the lid on his time with Britain’s most infamous criminals
2020-02-20T00:00:00+00:00By Dr Daniel Strange
Public expressions of emotion aren’t wrong, but they should have a health warning attached, says Dr Daniel Strange
2020-02-20T00:00:00+00:00By Glen Scrivener
Following his debate with a leading atheist, Glen Scrivener explains why rejecting Christianity can result in chilling moral consequences
2020-02-20T00:00:00+00:00By RT Kendall
RT Kendall explains why God’s opinion is the only one that matter
2020-01-22T00:00:00+00:00By Tom Holland, Historian
That was the challenge levelled at historian Tom Holland by AC Grayling, one of Britain’s leading atheist philosophers. The answer, it turns out is: quite a lot
2020-01-22T00:00:00+00:00By Tom Holland, Historian
That was the challenge levelled at historian Tom Holland by AC Grayling, one of Britain’s leading atheist philosophers. The answer, it turns out is: quite a lot
2020-01-22T00:00:00+00:00By David Instone-Brewer
What does the Bible say about mental illness and demonic possession? David Instone-Brewer investigates
2020-01-22T00:00:00+00:00
Kallie Skaife reveals how understanding the language of the New Testament has deepened her relationship with God
2020-01-07T00:00:00+00:00By Justin Brierley
Justin Brierley has moderated hundreds of lively debates on Christianity and atheism, but when a renowned Christian apologist met a popular YouTube personality at a Californian megachurch, it turned out to be one of the most remarkable events the broadcaster has ever hosted
2019-12-13T00:00:00+00:00By Heather Tomlinson
Instagram pumps out millions of images that could inspire us to get fit in 2020, but Heather Tomlinson says the trend should come with its own health warning
2019-12-13T00:00:00+00:00By Mal Fletcher
Futurist Mal Fletcher considers how Christians will be living in 20 years
2019-12-13T00:00:00+00:00By Liz Dodd
High-profile preachers and pastors are joining forces with evangelistic organisations to galvanise Christians to share their faith. Could this be a breakthrough year?
2019-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By James Cary
As Christmas approaches, so does the temptation to overindulge. James Cary reviews his own dramatic weight loss in light of what the Bible says about gluttony
2019-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By Peter J Williams
Following his debate on The Big Conversation, Dr Peter J Williams explains why we can be confident in the story of Jesus’ birth
2019-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By Derek Walker
As Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) turns 50 years old, Derek Walker says the genre has lost its way
2019-10-21T00:00:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
Megan Cornwell reviews the most anticipated book of 2019
2019-10-21T00:00:00+01:00By Dr William Lane Craig
Following his Big Conversation with cosmologist Roger Penrose, renowned Christian philosopher William Lane Craig outlines three ways the science of the universe points to God
2019-10-21T00:00:00+01:00By John Wyatt
Retired intensive care doctor Professor John Wyatt shares his unique perspective on what it means to die well
2019-09-27T00:00:00+01:00
Thousands of people are turning to the academics who make up the so-called Intellectual Dark Web with their questions about the meaning of life. As The Big Conversation from Unbelievable? relaunches, Esther O’Reilly asks whether they‘ll find the right answers.
2019-09-20T00:00:00+01:00
Today’s teenagers and 20s make up the first truly biblically illiterate generation. Tim Alford explores how the Church can best communicate the gospel to this unreached people group
2019-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By Skye Jethani
Skye Jethani explains why digital technology is disrupting our 500-year-old emphasis on lengthy Sunday sermons
2019-09-20T00:00:00+01:00
Bestselling author Paul Hattaway gives us a rare glimpse inside China’s underground Church
2019-08-19T00:00:00+01:00By Nick Page
Interacting with the Bible should be a rewarding and transformational experience, argues Nick Page
2019-08-19T00:00:00+01:00By RT Kendall
Christians have taken sides for too long. Either we’ve pursued strong biblical teaching, or we’ve gone after an experience of God’s presence. It’s time to end the war, says RT Kendall
2019-07-18T00:00:00+01:00By Ruth Jackson
As their summer festivals draw to a close this month, Ruth Jackson reflects on 26 years of Soul Survivor.
2019-07-18T00:00:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
Megan Cornwell spends 48 hours with the Christian community where all possessions are shared, faith sits at the centre of daily life and crime is nonexistent. But is this mere escapism, or a much-needed return to the model the early Church gave us?
2019-07-17T00:00:00+01:00By Krish Kandiah
Did you know that the overwhelming majority of children living in residential care are not orphans? Krish Kandiah uncovers the shocking truth
2019-06-25T00:00:00+01:00By Ben Lindsay
Ben Lindsay is a black pastor of a white majority church, who has written a new book exploring race. He explains why a push for diverse congregations isn’t enough.
2019-06-25T00:00:00+01:00By James Cary
Love him or loathe him, the atheist comedian Ricky Gervais is back with a new Netflix show. We asked James Cary, the self-professing sitcom geek and writer behind some of television’s most popular programmes, to review it.
2019-05-22T00:00:00+01:00
From money turning up in bank accounts out of the blue to the family of God responding to each other’s financial needs, here are five incredible testimonies.
2019-05-21T00:00:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
While researching various Christian views on sexuality, Megan Cornwell uncovered a conspiracy of silence. Is it time for churches to come out and say what they really think?
2019-05-21T00:00:00+01:00By Katie Stock
Katie Stock reports on a mysterious phenomenon
2019-04-24T00:00:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
The Church is being scrutinised by a growing number of people who do not share our faith. Should we be worried? Megan Cornwell investigates.
2019-04-23T00:00:00+01:00
Trevin Wax explains what the historic search for the North Pole teaches us about the dangers of following your heart.
2019-04-18T00:00:00+01:00By David Instone-Brewer
David Instone-Brewer examines the gospel accounts of Jesus rising from the dead, and responds to the claim that early Christians simply made the story up
2019-03-18T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
I Kissed Dating Goodbye changed the way a generation of Christians thought about sex, relationships and purity. But two decades on, intense criticism has led Joshua Harris to pulp his bestselling book and issue an apology
2019-03-18T00:00:00+00:00By Nathanael Smith
As the phenomenally popular Marvel film franchise continues this month with the release of Avengers: Endgame, film critic Nathanael Smith explains why he believes the franchise stands for very little and resists substance at almost every opportunity
2019-03-18T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
A new generation is re-thinking what they've been told about Christianity, the Bible and what it means to be a follower of Jesus. They argue a 'new reformation' is taking place as they voice their doubts and embrace a process known as theological deconstruction. Those who have walked this road say it's a life-giving and ultimately faith-affirming process, but others are sceptical. Sam Hailes investigates
2019-03-18T00:00:00+00:00By Nick Page
Nick Page explains why he believes these insights from psychology can help us live less sinful lives
2019-02-21T00:00:00+00:00By Liz Dodd
The Japanese cleaning guru Marie Kondo is in vogue, but should Christians adopt her ideas? Liz Dodd gives her view
2019-02-21T00:00:00+00:00By Lisa Mainwaring
After experiencing a period of intense emotional stress, Lisa Mainwaring booked herself into a fasting retreat in Germany. What happened next dramatically changed her outlook on grief and her relationship with God
2019-02-21T00:00:00+00:00By RT Kendall
The difference between wanting more from God and wanting more of God is subtle but vitally important, says RT Kendall
2019-01-22T00:00:00+00:00By Justin Brierley
Our young people are increasingly being influenced by popular vloggers who upload hours of footage to YouTube every week. But even though these videos are often aimed at children and teenagers, Justin Brierley explains why some of them make for disturbing viewing
2019-01-22T00:00:00+00:00By Claire Musters
Scripture is a weapon we should use offensively to cut down the negative thoughts we repeat to ourselves, says Claire Musters
2018-12-14T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
We said goodbye to the greatest evangelist of our time, a biblically-named bakery triumphed at the Supreme Court and Google forgot who Jesus is. Sam Hailes reports on the biggest stories of the year
2018-12-13T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
The former missionary explains why he’s produced a somewhat controversial new translation of the Bible called The Passion
2018-12-10T00:00:00+00:00
ITV News at Ten presenter Julie Etchingham recently travelled to Lebanon to see CAFOD’s work supporting Syrian refugees. During the trip she kept a diary detailing her experiences
2018-12-10T00:00:00+00:00By Andrew Wilson
Andrew Wilson explains how a fresh understanding of wine in the Bible will make you want to praise God on both the loud cymbals and the loud symbols
2018-12-10T00:00:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
Public attitudes toward the third commandment have undergone a radical shift in recent years. Megan Cornwell wonders what we should do about it
2018-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By Andy Bannister
It is 70 years since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations. Following his Big Conversation debate with Peter Singer, Andy Bannister says the document still poses a significant problem for atheists
2018-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
These men are pushing their bodies to the limit. But their aspirations aren't as pure as you might think
2018-10-24T00:00:00+01:00By Derek Walker
Martin and Rachel Riddall share their view of the valley of the shadow of death
2018-10-24T00:00:00+01:00By Melissa Briggs
Melissa Briggs explains how an ancient language revolutionised her walk with God
2018-10-23T00:00:00+01:00By Justin Brierley, Premier Unbelievable?
Free will vs determinism isn’t just a debate for Christians. Atheists face a similar conundrum, as Justin Brierley explains
2018-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By Liz Dodd
Plant-based diets have skyrocketed in recent years, taking a fringe movement into the mainstream, but should Christians get their teeth into this new trend?
2018-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By RT Kendall
The popular author and speaker explains why every Christian should seek notoriety among angels and demons
2018-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By John Lennox
The prophet Daniel stood firm in a culture that undermined everything he stood for. Prof John Lennox explains how today’s Christians can learn from his example and bring light to a secular society
2018-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
What began as a single Sydney congregation is now a global church famous for producing some of Christendom’s best-known worship songs. As Hillsong gears up to plant yet more congregations across the UK, we take a peek behind the scenes of this pioneering megachurch
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