2022-05-18T10:31:00+01:00By Louise Blyth
When Louise Blyth’s husband died of bowel cancer aged 34, his death was marked by a supernatural peace that led them both to find faith
2022-05-13T14:59:00+01:00By Louise Morse
Good emotional and mental health can help prevent dementia. That’s good news for Christians, says Louise Morse, who have the Holy Spirit to help them take control of their thoughts. But the greater hope is that God promises to be with us always
2022-04-29T14:58:00+01:00By Tim Boxer
Find out what happened when a Protestant embarked on a radical Catholic spiritual exercise which promised him freedom from addictions, individualism and pride
2022-04-29T09:54:00+01:00By Andy Kind, Evangelist and Comedian
Are more people open to the gospel than we think? A new report suggests they are, says Andy Kind. Let’s start talking Jesus
2022-04-29T09:16:00+01:00By Andy Flannagan
Jesus often lived a high-risk, low-security lifestyle. As Christians, we are called to follow him, says Andy Flannagan
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
2022-04-26T14:11:00+01:00By NT Wright
Q: I’ve got a deep regard for the Sermon on the Mount but I’ve always been bothered by Matthew 6:15: “But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” Likewise, the Lord’s Prayer says: “Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who ...
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?
2022-04-20T09:41:00+01:00By Mike Leake
While supporting survivors of abuse, pastor Mike Leake found Eugene Peterson’s The Message translation of the Bible instrumental in their healing journey
2022-04-20T09:37:00+01:00By James Lawrence, CPAS
Evangelism is a ministry for the whole Church, not just a few, says James Lawrence. But it doesn’t have to be intimidating
2022-04-20T09:00:00+01:00By Paul Houghton, Kingdom Bank
Church incomes could plummet within a matter of months, says Paul Houghton
2022-04-14T13:08:00+01:00By George Pitcher
In this Holy Week, Christians are invited to walk the way of the cross. But what does that actually mean?
2022-03-30T14:28:00+01:00By George Pitcher
Happiness might be in short supply in Ukraine at the moment, but Rev George Pitcher believes it’s hope that will make all difference
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
2022-03-28T14:33:00+01:00By Jared Stacy
Christians have a dual responsibility to question conspiracy theories and show compassion to those who believe them, says Jared Stacy
2022-03-28T14:08:00+01:00By Jeff Lucas
There was something about me that was screamingly obvious, but I hadn’t noticed it myself.
2022-03-24T09:12:00+00:00By Fiona Johnston
When she was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer, Fi Johnston wondered if her faith would stand the test
2022-03-24T00:00:00+00:00By Lizzie Lowrie
Lizzie Lowrie explains why some people find going to church on Mothers Day so hard
2022-03-18T10:55:00+00:00By Sharon Hastings
Christians should be aware of what is taking place in our world so we can pray. But what should we do when our own mental health makes watching the news impossible? Dr Sharon Hastings shares her story of living with schizoaffective disorder
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
2022-02-23T16:44:00+00:00By Lisa Skinner
To be human is to want to give up when life gets too much; to be a Christian is to cling to the promises and the hand of God when life feels overwhelming. This is the encouragement of Scottish songwriter Sheila Walsh in her latest book.
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
2022-01-28T10:39:00+00:00By Michael Williams
Do you secretly fear heaven won’t be as good as your life here and now? You’re not alone, says Mike Williams, but it was not this way for the early Church, and it need not be for us
2022-01-27T15:00:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
At just 22, a seizure left Erica Gomez bedridden and in constant pain. But throughout her trials, she’s learned to rely on the presence of a saviour who is always there
2022-01-27T14:38:00+00:00By Cassandra Maria
Looking for something different to listen to? ‘Jesus and Jollof’ may be just what you are looking for.
2022-01-27T13:37:00+00:00By Chris Llewellyn, Rend Collective
There’s only one quality I look for when auditioning a new band member – and it’s probably not your first guess.
2022-01-27T10:39:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, Rachel Gardner says discussing sex may make us squirm, but not talking about it is far worse
2022-01-27T10:32:00+00:00By Chine McDonald
A few years ago, I was having a particularly challenging time navigating my way through doubts around a decision that I had to make. As I sought guidance from friends and loved ones, some were adamant that I was to go in one particular direction, convinced that the Bible was ...
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
2021-11-26T15:40:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
Louise Blyth was just 33 when her husband, George, died of bowel cancer. For many people, experiencing such a tragedy would cause them to question the existence of a good and loving God. But for Louise and George, it was the beginning of a miraculous journey to faith
2021-11-26T15:36:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
The church planter explains why reaching the forgotten places of the UK has resulted in him giving up alcohol, and cancelling Sunday services
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
2021-11-23T15:19:00+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
2021-11-08T08:00:00+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
2021-10-29T14:41:00+01:00By Carl Knightly, London City Mission
During lockdown, with church programmes on pause and people confined to their homes, many Christians found new opportunities to build relationships with those around them. Maybe it’s the start of a new era of friendship evangelism, says Carl Knightly
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
2021-10-25T10:15:00+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?
2021-10-25T08:54:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
Chaz was sexually abused as a child, addicted to heroin and has spent twelve years in prison. Yet thanks to a fresh start at a Christian housing project, he has turned his life around. Now, he’s doing the same for others
2021-10-08T11:48:00+01:00By Gemma Simmonds
Today’s society is busier than ever. But not making time to rest well may be more to do with priorities than we realise, says Gemma Simmonds
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
2021-09-28T08:00:00+01:00By Jeff Lucas
”Don’t become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking.” (Romans 12:2)
2021-09-27T12:21:00+01:00By Chine McDonald
Chine McDonald explains why she changed her mind on climate change
2021-09-27T12:06:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
Joshua Sutcliffe has lost his job twice, and been caught up in media storms over his Christian views on sexuality, gender and other religions
2021-08-24T16:15:00+01:00By Libby Littlewood
During her teenage years Libby Littlewood pleaded with God to make her ‘feel like a girl’. With her prayers seemingly unanswered, she transitioned to live as a man aged 17, before being convicted by God to de-transition in her early twenties. Here’s her story in full
2021-08-24T15:04:00+01:00By Andy Peck
We have all groaned at a crass spiritual point made in a sermon from something in the natural world. The title of this book may give the impression of tortuous links but its actually a brilliant book which works on many levels. Each of the 30 chapters focuses on an ...
2021-08-09T13:01:00+01:00By Mandy Gill
Due to a traumatic childhood, noise has always made Mandy Gill anxious. But, as a Christian, she is learning that true peace comes not from the home we live in, or the quiet around us, but from somewhere else
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
2021-07-29T14:55:00+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
2021-06-30T12:54:00+01:00By Jeff Lucas
It happened during an evening spent in the home of a family from our church. Craig and Andrea are missionaries serving on the campus of Colorado State University. Their commitment is impressive, their home often crammed full of students. Their daughter, Zoe, is a little lady with a big smile, ...
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
2021-06-18T11:48:00+01:00By Chris Goswami
What’s the most surprising line you’ve ever seen in the Bible?
2021-05-25T13:17:00+01:00By Caroline Pattenden
When Jo Cordell’s health failed, she felt like her body had become her enemy. Here she shares how God met her in the midst of her pain
2021-05-25T09:22:00+01:00By Jeff Lucas
I only met him once, and it was a brief encounter. Prince Philip visited my youth club when I was ten years old. The preparations were intense. A bathroom was refurbished for his exclusive use. Regrettably, the royal bladder was resilient and he did not make use of the gleaming ...
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
2021-04-28T12:44:00+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
2021-04-16T15:30:00+01:00By Aniek Woodward
24-year-old business owner Josh Parker wanted to help the national effort to stop the virus, but he didn’t know how. So he asked God. Within weeks, an unexpected phone call led to him partnering with the NHS to deliver 2 million PPE gowns
2021-04-08T11:57:00+01:00By Rev Caroline Taylor
Rev Caroline Taylor from St John’s Hoxton explains why the oft-forgotten practice of lament is so important
2021-04-06T11:23:00+01:00By Laide Olunloyo
As we recover from the financial impact of a year like no other, Laide Olunloyo shares her top tips on how to manage our money well as Christians.
2021-04-01T07:57:00+01:00By Chris Goswami
Dig beneath the surface of the Easter story and you will find some intriguing characters, says Chris Goswami. But just because they’re not given centre stage doesn’t mean we should pass them by. If we do, we miss a great story and some powerful life lessons.
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
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
2020-09-21T00:00:00+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
2020-07-29T00:00:00+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
2020-06-02T00:00:00+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 Marcus Jones
Our head of news Marcus Jones reports on how Christians are serving their local communities
2020-02-20T00:00:00+00:00By RT Kendall
RT Kendall explains why God’s opinion is the only one that matter
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?
2019-10-21T00:00:00+01:00By John Wyatt
Retired intensive care doctor Professor John Wyatt shares his unique perspective on what it means to die well
2019-08-19T00:00:00+01:00By Nick Page
Interacting with the Bible should be a rewarding and transformational experience, argues Nick Page
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.
2019-03-18T00:00:00+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 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 Claire Musters
Scripture is a weapon we should use offensively to cut down the negative thoughts we repeat to ourselves, says Claire Musters
2018-10-24T00:00:00+01:00By Derek Walker
Martin and Rachel Riddall share their view of the valley of the shadow of death
2018-09-20T00:00:00+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
2018-05-24T00:00:00+01:00
Do you recognise the description of this kind of Christian? Rob Parsons encourages us to heed the Bible's warnings about "divisive" Christians
2018-02-21T00:00:00+00:00
God has placed within you an instinct to matter and to influence. Here’s how you can use that for good.
2018-01-29T00:00:00+00:00
Wes Sutton, director of Acorn Christian Healing Foundation, offers guidance on how to respond when God doesn’t heal our loved ones
2018-01-26T00:00:00+00:00
Attending college can often be a turning point in people’s lives. Here, seven Christians share their life-changing experiences
2017-12-14T00:00:00+00:00
Modern hymn writer Keith Getty explains why he wants to get families singing together again
2017-12-14T00:00:00+00:00By Claire Musters
Many of these practices are hundreds of years old, but as Claire Musters discovered, they've huge relevance for Christians today
2017-11-23T00:00:00+00:00
From Muslims seeing Christ to the provision of a marriage partner, God is reaching people through dreams
2017-11-23T00:00:00+00:00By Claire Musters
We all wear masks. But when Claire Musters experienced a marital meltdown, the mask she wore slipped for good. She explains what she learned in the process
2017-10-26T00:00:00+01:00
Talk of revival isn’t nearly as common as it used to be. Terry Virgo explains why now may be the time to pray again
2017-10-25T00:00:00+01:00
The Archbishop of Canterbury’s media strategy is perplexing, argues James Mildred
2017-09-18T00:00:00+01:00
Is your family's digital diet out of control? Mark Ellis explains what happened when he began 'tech-free Sundays'
2017-08-24T00:00:00+01:00
From developing your prayer life to working on your marriage, when it comes to embarking on a Christian course there’s more choice than ever. Six ordinary people explain how giving up just a few hours a week dramatically changed their lives for the better
2017-08-24T00:00:00+01:00By Peter Kerridge
With UK Church attendance in steady decline, is it time for Christian leaders to take advice from people with a track record of running successful organisations? Peter Kerridge asks three Christian business people hard questions about the future of the faith
2017-07-24T00:00:00+01:00
Manchester-based church leader Anthony Delaney shares the lessons he has learned in the aftermath of the recent terror attack
2017-07-24T00:00:00+01:00
How can learning about our brain’s hardwiring enable us to be more persuasive? Steve Adams explains
2017-06-23T00:00:00+01:00
It’s time to change the way we consume scripture, says Glenn Paauw
2017-04-21T00:00:00+01:00By Most Rev Justin Welby
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby introduces a new prayer movement
2017-04-21T00:00:00+01:00
Nick Page, with the assistance of the Very Hungry Caterpillar, explains how to turn your crisis into a chrysalis
2017-04-21T00:00:00+01:00
Grief and British culture often don’t mix well. It’s hardly a surprise that the nation of the ‘stiff upper lip’ struggles to articulate the emotional web that is grief. It appears that men in particular struggle in this area. Some have suggested that a reluctance to talk about grief has contributed to the high suicide rate among young men.
2017-03-23T00:00:00+00:00By RT Kendall
We must get ready for the second coming, says RT Kendall
2017-03-22T00:00:00+00:00By Katie Stock
Katie Stock meets Pete Portal, a new breed of missionary, serving God with gangsters in Cape Town
2016-12-16T00:00:00+00:00By Lizzie Lowrie
In a new regular column Lizzie Lowrie writes on the ups and downs of planting a church congregation in a Liverpool coffee shop
2016-11-17T00:00:00+00:00
What did Jesus mean when he spoke about faith that can move mountains? David Instone-Brewer investigates
2016-10-21T00:00:00+01:00
Pete Greig, bewildered founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement and author of the newly released Dirty Glory, explains why Christians must prioritise unity
2016-10-20T00:00:00+01:00By Katie Stock
Katie Stock reports on how Larry Bush’s roles at PepsiCo and Traidcraft have led to real change
2016-08-20T00:00:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
Sam Hailes meets the young people who have spent the past year shunning materialistic culture by living a monastic life at Lambeth Palace
2016-07-14T00:00:00+01:00
Drawing on examples from the past and present, David Parish explains why our ordinary lives are important to God
2016-07-14T00:00:00+01:00
Using the biblical example of King Saul, RT Kendall warns that some evangelical leaders could be carrying on in ministry having already forfeited God’s approval
2016-06-17T00:00:00+01:00
Debby Wright, national director of Vineyard Churches UK and Ireland, says Christians are called to be a kingdom people
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