By Martin Saunders2024-03-04T13:15:00
Sam Bankman-Fried was on course to become the world’s first trillionaire, before his virtual empire spectacularly collapsed in scandal. He’s due to be sentenced later this month, but Martin Saunders says there’s a surprising lesson the Church can learn from him
I’m going to tell you a story about a rich young man. He had everything; arguably more than anyone his age had ever had before. Still one thing he lacked though, and it kept him awake at night. So he began to pursue a question: “Even though I have everything, what good deed must I do in order to make my life really count for something?”
This is the tale of a privileged American banking prodigy who made an almost unimaginable amount of money in the time it takes most people to complete a university degree. That he lost it all in a matter of weeks feels like his just deserts – a confirmation that no one should get that rich, and certainly not that quickly. And yet, my guess is that by the time you’ve finished reading this, you may not feel entirely sure…in fact you may even feel – as I do – that it’s kind of a shame that the rich young man didn’t quite reach the incredible levels of wealth he seemed to be aspiring to.
2024-03-15T13:47:00Z By Heather Tomlinson
An viral essay by historian Ted Giola says we need to act now if we want to save art and culture from the dopamine rush that is enslaving us all.
2025-06-12T14:27:00Z By Harry Benson
Nearly half of all teenagers now grow up in homes without both parents present. Harry Benson says Christians need to champion marriage as the foundation for commitment, dependable love and stable families
2025-06-04T13:50:00Z By AJ Gomez
Reimagining the book of Acts on a modern-day British council estate sounds mad, but Testament makes it work without forsaking the Gospel truth. Angel Studio’s modern re-telling lands with spirit
2025-05-30T08:44:00Z By Sam Hailes
With reports of renewal gathering pace, Christian leaders from a variety of churches and locations across the UK report on what they’re witnessing
2025-05-29T16:23:00Z By Tyler Staton
Jesus’ call is clear: Go into all the world. But first – wait. It’s a strange command that echoes through scripture, where fire and wind signal God’s presence but never arrive according to our schedule. As Pentecost approaches, Tyler Staton invites us to rediscover the surprising rhythm of Spirit-led mission
2025-05-29T16:12:00Z By Sharmila Meadows
Is holy rain beginning to fall in Scotland? This is no dreich day in the Highlands, reports Sharmila Meadows, rather, it’s the sound of renewal. Churches are seeing congregations grow as more and more people turn to Christ
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