2023-01-27T12:42:00+00:00By Justin Brierley, Ruth Jackson
The pastor and bestselling author reveals what God has been teaching him through terminal cancer
2023-01-27T12:08:00+00:00By Chine McDonald
We’re twelve years on from ‘Bellgate’ - the furore over the release of Rob Bell’s controversial book on heaven and hell. But Chine McDonald says the questions raised by that episode are more pertinent than ever
2023-01-26T13:14:00+00:00By RT Kendall
Bible teacher RT Kendall explains why he believes the Church of England must urgently change course on last week’s decision to allow same-sex blessings
2023-01-04T10:55:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Sam Hailes meets the pastor of one of America’s largest churches to talk Trump, trauma and how he guards himself from temptation
2022-12-19T12:04:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell, Deputy Editor, Premier Christianity
Premier Christianity has been at the forefront of unpacking all the big stories of 2022 from a distinctly Christian perspective. Here’s a round-up of our favourite long-reads the year
2022-12-09T15:59:00+00:00By Beth Allison Barr, Professor of History
High profile US pastor Johnny Hunt was restored to ministry despite serious allegations of sexual misconduct. What happened to permanent disqualification, asks Beth Allison Barr. And what does it say to the women in their congregations?
2022-11-25T15:47:00+00:00
Autumn Miles was trapped in an abusive relationship, until a powerful encounter with God during the depth of her despair set her on a path to freedom
2022-11-24T16:57:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
Julie Roys explains why she’s determined to expose abuse and misconduct in the Church
2022-11-24T09:29:00+00:00By David Instone-Brewer
Most churches in the world today preach that homosexuality is a sin, citing biblical references to support their case. But what if the word “homosexual” was added to the Bible by mistake? That’s the claim of a new documentary film, 1946. Premier Christianity’s resident Bible scholar, David Instone Brewer, went to see it
2022-11-18T14:52:00+00:00By Tony Cummings
Eddie Holman is a veteran soul singer whose ’Hey There Lonely Girl’ million-seller is still heard on radio and TV today. He is also an ordained minister with a newly re-issued gospel album. But it’s Holman’s phenomenal popularity on the North of England’s Northern soul scene which recently brought the singer to Blackpool, as it did journalist Tony Cummings
2022-11-01T20:46:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Sentenced to death for a crime he didn’t commit, Anthony Ray Hinton spent 30 years inside an Alabamian prison waiting to be executed
2022-10-21T15:04:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
Ahead of the launch of Season 3 of the largest crowdfunded TV show of all time, our editor was invited to Texas to meet the cast and crew of The Chosen. Here’s what he discovered
2022-10-14T10:33:00+01:00By Helen Catt, CEEC
An evangelical Anglican group has released a 15 minute film which documents how attempted compromises on issues of sexuality have led to long, bitter and divisive battles. Helen Catt from the Church of England Evangelical Council (CEEC) explains more
2022-10-03T09:44:00+01:00By Jonathan Edwards
When the sins of church leaders are exposed, it leads to difficult questions around restoration and safeguarding, says Jonathan Edwards
2022-09-27T19:16:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
The popular worship collective Maverick City has cut ties with singer Dante Bowe. In a statement the band said Dante’s behaviour had been “inconsistent” with their “values and beliefs”. As fans are left confused and speculation mounts online, Heather Tomlinson reports on what we know so far, and suggests what a truly Christian response should look like
2022-09-22T11:38:00+01:00By Graham Nicholls, Affinity
From denying the trinity to affirming sex between cohabiting couples, a recent survey of 1,000 US pastors makes for concerning reading, says Graham Nicholls. Could the same be true of the UK Church?
2022-09-05T09:15:00+01:00By Larry Ross
When Rick Warren addressed Saddleback Church for the final time, there was an enormous sense of completion says Larry Ross.
2022-09-05T08:51:00+01:00By Aimee Byrd
The pastor of The Village church, Texas, has confessed to an inappropriate online relationship with a woman, and taken an indefinite leave of absence. But the framing of their relationship suggests men cannot have healthy relationships with women, and that is not a good gospel witness, says Aimee Byrd
2022-09-02T12:48:00+01:00By Jared Stacy
Is there an emerging totalitarianism of State control over the Church? Should we fear "medical coersion"? Has the media been guilty of fear-mongering during the pandemic? "Yes", say hundreds of church leaders...
2022-08-26T19:11:00+01:00By Esther Higham
As he celebrates 20 years of his ministry, Leading the Way, the forthright evangelist shares his passion for proclaiming the gospel
2022-08-11T11:49:00+01:00By Jennie Pollock
Jennie Pollock reviews one of the most hotly anticipated Christian films of the year
2022-08-08T16:17:00+01:00By Tim Bechervaise
What if in the midst of political instability and rising living costs, God is up to something exciting? That’s the belief of Mark Sayers. Tim Bechervaise caught up with the Aussie church leader, podcaster and writer to find out more
2022-07-29T15:05:00+01:00By Katelyn Beaty, Author of Celebrities for Jesus
The emphasis on personas, platforms and profits is damaging the ordinary witness of faithful Christians, says Katelyn Beaty
2022-07-18T10:11:00+01:00By Marcus Jones, Premier's head of news
Protests over his past comments on Islam and homosexuality led to the postponement of Franklin Graham’s last UK tour. But two years later, the US evangelist is back, preaching to a near-capacity crowd at London’s Excel centre. Marcus Jones was there, and witnessed hundreds responding to the Gospel
2022-07-16T18:41:00+01:00By Carrie Lloyd
The co-senior leader of Bethel Church, Beni Johnson, passed away on Wednesday following a prolonged battle with cancer. Carrie Lloyd pays tribute to her
2022-07-16T12:25:00+01:00By Tim Wyatt
As Roe v Wade is overturned, Tim Wyatt looks at the implications for the Christian pro-life movement in the UK
2022-07-11T15:56:00+01:00By Adesanya Adewusi
Creflo Dollar has become the latest celebrity pastor to change his position on prosperity teaching. Adesanya Adewusi asks: Did he go far enough?
2022-07-04T12:53:00+01:00By Jennie Pollock
Andy Crouch doesn’t advocate ditching your electronic gadgets. We just need to use them differently, he says
2022-07-04T08:59:00+01:00By Emma Fowle, Megan Cornwell
Eric Maddox’s pioneering interrogation techniques led to the capture of one of the world’s most wanted men. But if it wasn’t for hearing the voice of God, Eric never would have joined the military
2022-06-30T16:03:00+01:00By George Pitcher
53 migrants travelling in the back of a lorry have lost their lives in what has been described as the deadliest human trafficking incident in US history.
2022-06-15T15:42:00+01:00By Philippa Hanna, Singer-songwriter
A Chicago church recently devised an entire preaching series around the life and lyrics of Dolly Parton. She may be the Queen of Country, but what about her own personal faith? Philippa Hanna explores
2022-06-13T10:52:00+01:00By Jared Stacy
As the committee investigating the 6 January 2021 attack holds public hearings to announce their findings, Jared Stacy says America needs to go beyond political investigation and look at the ungodly theology which motivated the riots
2022-06-01T12:41:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
At its best, this three-part documentary on Hillsong Church exposes serious wrongdoing that should bring about repentance, reflection and change. But in dipping into sensationalism and dialling the cynicism up to 11, it becomes its own undoing, says Sam Hailes
2022-06-01T11:52:00+01:00By Megan Cornwell
After contracting meningitis during childbirth, Marcy Gregg awoke to a world she no longer recognised
2022-05-31T16:42:00+01:00By Nathanael Smith
Your enjoyment of Father Stu is contingent on your tolerance for both bad language and Mark Wahlberg, says our reviewer. Nevertheless, this movie does mark a positive step forward in the evolution of Christian filmmaking
2022-05-18T09:26:00+01:00By Tim Wyatt
The global megachurch has been engulfed by multiple scandals in recent months. As allegations of cover-ups, affairs and inappropriate behaviour do further damage to Hillsong’s reputation, Tim Wyatt asks whether this pre-eminent Christian brand can weather the storm
2022-05-13T13:54:00+01:00By Heather Tomlinson
A row about Disney and LGBT issues is breaking out among Christians in America. As the debate crosses the Atlantic, Heather Tomlinson looks at why this beloved institution is generating so much controversy
2022-05-09T10:57:00+01:00By Carl Beech, Christian Vision for Men (CVM)
A US conference has come under criticism for hosting monster trucks and rodeos alongside Christian speakers. For Carl Beech, organiser of a Christian men’s event in the UK, the complaints were not new. But for him, they simply don’t stack up
2022-05-05T09:04:00+01:00By George Pitcher
Christians may prefer not to engage in complex and divisive debates about abortion, but there are too many lives at stake not to take a position, says Rev George Pitcher
2022-05-05T08:45:00+01:00By Chelsea Sobolik, ERLC
We must work toward a day when abortion is not only illegal but also unthinkable, says Chelsea Sobolik
2022-04-26T12:41:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
Ahead of his UK debut at Big Church Day Out, the trailblazing worship leader and fashion model talks to us about breaking boundaries, hearing from God and why he’s ‘traumatised’ by the thought of being a Christian celebrity
2022-04-04T10:40:00+01:00By Dr Katie Gaddini, Sociologist and author of The Struggle to Stay
If leaders don’t respond to women’s concerns about sexism, misogyny and their role in church life soon, it will be too late to stem the tide, says Dr Katie Gaddini
2022-03-29T11:43:00+01:00By Costa Mitchell, Former director of Vineyard South Africa
One of the most well-known Vineyard churches in the world has announced its withdrawal from the movement. Costa Mitchell, who has been involved in the network for decades and has personal relationships with many of the people affected, explains why Anaheim's decision has caused such widespread upset.
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
2022-03-25T12:42:00+00:00By Sarah Yardley
When our leaders fail the pain of disappointment can be hard to bear. Sarah Yardley leads us into lament, and encourages us to look to Jesus to learn the lessons of good leadership
2022-02-23T16:13:00+00:00By NT Wright
Q: My husband and I live in the USA and have been heartbroken by our church’s lack of precautions during the pandemic. Now that we are fully vaccinated, we’re looking forward to worshiping in person again, but we’re struggling with whether to go back to church. We love it deeply, ...
2022-02-23T15:11:00+00:00By Emma Fowle
The straight-talking New York City-based pastor believes there’s a “tremendous opportunity” ahead of him to reach an increasingly secular world
2022-02-11T15:51:00+00:00By Cole Arthur Riley, Creator of Black Litugries
Ahead of Racial Justice Sunday, Cole Arthur Riley explains how racial injustice sparked her to create Black Liturgies
2022-02-03T13:31:00+00:00By Krish Kandiah
This new film gives us a sympathetic portrayal of a Christian ‘power couple’ who dominated religious TV broadcasts in the 1980s
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
2022-01-25T15:45:00+00:00By Esther Higham
Jonathan Roumie reveals what it's like to play Jesus Christ in the hit TV series, The Chosen
2021-12-16T20:23:00+00:00By Marcus Jones, Sam Hailes, Emma Fowle
Our small team has spent the past year writing, designing and editing 840 pages of this magazine and uploading more than 500 articles to our website. But here, in no particular order, are the most important numbers you need to know about
2021-12-16T11:17:00+00:00By Andrew Graystone, Author of Bleeding for Jesus
PJ Smyth has been forced to step down as the leader of a US church movement affiliated to Newfrontiers, after a report concluded he did not disclose important information about his father’s abuses. But Andrew Graystone, who wrote a book on the John Smyth case, says PJ was his father’s first and most damaged victim.
2021-11-26T09:28:00+00:00By Heather Tomlinson
Leaders are being accused of selling out their Christian beliefs in order to curry favour with the secular liberal majority
2021-11-19T20:09:00+00:00By Ruth Clemence
After 20 years of campaigning, which included prayer vigils and singing worship songs outside the prison, the Christian family and friends of Julius Jones are celebrating a huge answer to prayer
2021-11-08T14:45:00+00:00By Dr Pete Phillips, Head of Digital Theology for Premier
Is the recent Facebook rebrand just a business decision? And what exactly is a metaverse anyway? Our head of digital theology answers your questions
2021-10-20T11:51:00+01:00By Chris Llewellyn, Rend Collective
The news that Hillsong United and Chris Tomlin will offer special VIP passes for their worship tour has sparked a debate about Christian music, celebrity and finance. Some have argued the selling of VIP tickets for Christian events is morally wrong, but the Rend Collective frontman Chris Llewellyn sees things differently
2021-10-07T08:41:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
The Making of Biblical Womanhood argues that Christians have distorted key verses and even written women out of Bible translations to justify their position
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
2021-09-10T09:39:00+01:00By Christina Ray Stanton
NYC tour guide Christina Ray Stanton survived 9/11. Here’s what she wants Christians everywhere to know about evil and suffering
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 ...
2021-06-30T19:54:00+01:00By Emma Fowle
There is an honesty about Christine Caine that is rare in high-profile leaders. When the bestselling author, internationally acclaimed speaker and leader of multiple international organisations appears on our morning Zoom call, she is straight off the treadmill, laughing and apologising for her appearance in a sorry-not-sorry way that epitomises ...
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
2021-04-29T19:34:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
12 months on from the tragic death of George Floyd, have church leaders kept their promises?
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
2020-11-03T00:00:00+00:00
The popular Christian author and media personality Eric Metaxas explains why he's backing Trump for re-election today
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 Ryan Galpin
Ryan Galpin looks at whether Christian athletes should be taking the knee in support of racial justice
2020-07-16T11:45:00+01:00By Chine McDonald
The death of George Floyd has awakened us to racial injustice, says Chine McDonald, and now Christians must take action to dismantle white supremacy wherever they find it
2020-03-20T00:00:00+00:00By Megan Cornwell
Megan Cornwell investigates the sect that believes African Americans are the true Hebrew Israelites
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
2019-11-21T00:00:00+00:00By Derek Walker
As Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) turns 50 years old, Derek Walker says the genre has lost its way
2019-09-20T00:00:00+01:00By Skye Jethani
Skye Jethani explains why digital technology is disrupting our 500-year-old emphasis on lengthy Sunday sermons
2019-08-19T00:00:00+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
2019-03-18T00:00:00+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 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
2019-01-21T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Francis Chan left his thriving US megachurch, turned his back on the fame that ministry had brought him and moved his family to a developing country. But whatever you do, don’t call him a radical
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
2018-09-20T00:00:00+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
2018-06-21T00:00:00+01:00By Sam Hailes
Sam Hailes interviews the charismatic megachurch leader and 'pastor to the stars'
2018-04-19T00:00:00+01:00By Justin Brierley
Justin Brierley travelled the length and breadth of the USA to go behind the scenes of some of the country’s biggest churches
2018-02-27T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
White evangelicals in the USA are continuing to back Donald Trump in spite of the President's inflammatory remarks. Sam Hailes reports
2017-11-23T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
The pastor who has been dubbed ‘the orthodox Rob Bell’ explains how he’s reaching millennials in America’s most secular city
2016-03-02T00:00:00+00:00By Sam Hailes
Pete Saunders and Peter D. Williams talk to Sam Hailes about whether the Catholic Church has changed
2014-12-16T00:00:00+00:00By Greg Downes
Charismatics from around the world have been flocking to Bethel Church in Redding, California, to experience its ongoing focus on worship, miracles and revival. Greg Downes speaks to Bethel’s leader Bill Johnson about faith and doubt, hunting and healing – and his hope for revival.
2014-11-12T00:00:00+00:00By Joy Tibbs
The embattled pastor has resigned from the church he founded following accusations of bullying and mismanagement. After a steep decline in attendance, Mars Hill church is also disbanding.
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