Once filled angry debates and apocalyptic readings of current events, a shift in his social media algorithm introduced Tommy Sharpe to three Christian poets offering something different online. Here, he shares their words of faith, speaking powerfully into Britain’s current moment of division and uncertainty
Noelia Castillo Ramos endured a young life marked by suffering. A victim of sexual assault and left disabled after a suicide attempt, she was offered a state-sanctioned death as the solution. As the UK continues to face similar legislation, Lois McLatchie Miller warns where this logic leads - and why the Church must speak clearly
On this April Fools’ Day, we bring you the funniest practical jokes, hoaxes and pranks from across the Christian side of the internet
Former Maverick City singer Chandler Moore has spoken about his childhood abuse for the first time - and how it led him to rehab in 2023. George Luke says Moore’s openness should remind Christians that our leaders - however prominent - are human too
The Church was too keen to welcome a report that soothed it’s own anxieties, rather than looking to serve a generation drowning in their own, says Michael Tang. But Gen Z are still spiritually hungry, reading scripture in their rooms while trying to decide whether the institution that holds it can be trusted
Louis Theroux’s Inside the Manosphere reveals a culture of men confusing dominance for strength, isolation for independence and control for confidence. Jamie Sewell says the Church must stop critiquing from the sidelines and get intentional about the formation of men
When Jesus went to the cross, it cost Him everything, says Tim Farron MP. In a time of deep political uncertainty, when self-aggrandising leadership seems far removed from the pains and concerns of everyday life, Christ’s sacrifice stands as a stark reminder that there is a better way
As the conflict in the Middle East continues to dominate headlines, a new book by Professor Emeritus Dr Michael Rydelnik considers how Christians should think about Israel and the Jewish people today
Looking for a practical companion this Holy Week? Hope in Community combines reflection and action to help readers live out the Easter story, says our reviewer
Last year, a record 17,000 adults were received into the French Catholic Church on Holy Saturday. This record is set to be broken again in 2026, with 21,386 set to be baptised. Tony Wilson takes a look at the reasons behind the highest number seen in decades - and what the Church needs to do next
From chance encounters that have led to conversions and baptisms, to increased unity across the city’s churches, prayer walking the streets of Sheffield has resulted in miracles that Ben Woollard never thought possible. Here’s why he believes all Christians should pray around the places that they live
Church scandals have rocked Tim Boxer’s faith in the past. But as new allegations emerge surrounding Bethel Church, he believes speculation is unhelpful. A resolve to deal with abuse needs to be coupled with keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, he says
Have you ever laughed at the Bible? While Scripture isn’t primarily a comedic book, Max Avard says context reveals some genuinely hilarious moments. Here, he brings you four
The conviction of Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen for expressing her Christian views on sexuality and marriage have chilling repercussions, says Lois McLatchie-Miller. Whatever your beliefs, the right to express them freely should be fiercely guarded
YouGov has admitted the data that suggested a massive increase in church attendance among young people was flawed. It’s bad news. But we shouldn’t lose hope, says Sam Hailes. It might not be a Quiet Revival, but many other stories and statistics from across the UK suggest we are living in an exciting new era
The Finnish MP has been found guilty under hate speech laws for publishing her Christian views on sexuality and marriage. Yet her joy – and determination to use every opportunity to share the gospel – has not been abated
With much anticipation surrounding how the new Archbishop of Canterbury’s tenure will unfold, Andrew Atherstone suggests one thing can be expected from Sarah Mullally: a primacy defined by a steadfast commitment to compassion
Whatever happens under the leadership of Most Rev Dame Sarah Mullally, it is a huge step forward for equality in the workplace and wider society, says Abigail Frymann Rouch
When Megan’s marriage collapsed amid revelations of serious sexual crime and infidelity, her world shattered. This is how she discovered that even in life’s darkest moments, God’s presence can still be found
A recent survey from the Lausanne Movement found that 95% of Christian leaders agreed that digital technology will have a huge impact on fulfilling The Great Commission. But far fewer said the Church currently represents Jesus online in a way that feels “real and relevant”. Glen Scrivener explains how you can share the gospel in a way that really connects
Needle exchanges, overdoses, rough sleepers and prayer. In Burnley, Pastor Mick Fleming runs a church unlike many others. AJ Gomez followed the addict turned pastor to witness what building a church for those on the margins really looks like
If death has the final word, our lives are little more than beautiful pages destined for the fire. But if Jesus truly rose from the dead, then nothing done in Him is ever wasted, says Mike Hood
The New Testament suggests Christians can differ on significant matters yet remain in fellowship, says Tom Wright
Veteran record producer and friend to countless worship leaders, Les Moir shares the stories behind the songs which have shaped the faith of millions
Jesus is being openly talked about in the heart of the world’s biggest football league. For Christians looking to share their faith, this cultural moment could be an open goal, says Martin Saunders
For decades, Jeff Lucas has seen lives changed at Christian festivals. As Spring Harvest returns, he reflects on why gathering together still matters – and how these moments help us remember, rejoice and reconnect with God
Bargain Hunt and Antiques Roadshow star David Harper was sceptical of Christianity for most of his life. But after witnessing his daughter’s “miraculous” recovery from serious depression, he launched an eleventh-month investigation into the faith. The results astounded him
Read through the lens of a three-act story—rules, repentance and relationship—the Old Testament reveals the same message as the New: a God who calls His people back, forgives their sin, and restores them to Himself, says Dr David Instone-Brewer
When Andy Robinson was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer, he found peace where he expected fear. Today, he’s navigating the tension between praying for healing and preparing for heaven
The latest House of Lords decision marks a profound shift in Britain’s abortion law. By removing criminal liability from women at any stage of pregnancy, it legalises abortion up to birth—whatever fact-checkers claim, says ADF’s Robert Clarke
Newspapers have reported that the future King of England does have a faith, despite not attending church regularly or expressing it as loudly as his grandmother or father. But what does it mean to have a ‘quiet faith’ wonders Rev Jamie Sewell, and how should Christians respond to the comments
Conservative MP Nick Timothy has caused controversy after calling a public iftar gathering in London’s Trafalgar Square an “act of domination” by Muslims. Creating a culture of suspicion and exclusion towards people of other faiths is neither British nor Christian, argues David Taylor. He believes Christians should be the first to defend the right of Muslims to gather and pray peacefully
In striving to be ‘normal’, the Church has committed a grave missional error, says Tim Alford. If we want to reach a spiritually open generation, it’s time to make space for people to encounter God – even if it looks weird
The BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ encountered God while shoplifting – and hasn’t stopped talking about Him since. She speaks to Emma Fowle about seizing gospel moments in secular spaces, the cost of standing by her convictions and why she refuses to tone down her love for Jesus
Throughout the ages, humans have grappled with the meaning of death. It points towards the fact that we were made for eternity, says Andrew Fellows. In a society obsessed with controlling dying, only Christianity really makes sense of it
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Our understanding of victory in Christ can lead us to champion hope at the expense of making space for loss, says David Oliver. Christians need to be able to express pain and disappointment without judgement
As US commanders reportedly invoke Armageddon to justify war with Iran, AJ Gomez reports on how Christian leaders are debating the meaning of biblical prophecy
As the UK launches the National Year of Reading, Sydney Tooth explores how reading books can help Christians to grow in empathy, discipline and virtue
Premier Christianity editor Sam Hailes explores the worrying decline in reading—and why a Church that neglects books risks losing depth, curiosity and spiritual growth
As toxic leadership cultures continue to be exposed across denominations, Rich Johnson’s timely book offers a biblical framework for leading well and sustainably in the church, says our reviewer
Bonnie B. Thurston’s contemplative collection offers reflective poems and meditations to guide readers through death and resurrection during Holy Week says our reviewer
Her heart racing as she stood face-to-face with a lion in Uganda, Gemma Hunt was reminded that peace isn’t shaped by circumstance — it’s rooted in God’s faithfulness
We’re living through the greatest technological revolution in human history – and it’s preparing the ground for a spiritual awakening. Al Gordon, leader of SAINT church in Hackney, tells Sam Hailes why the Church must rediscover its God-given creativity in the age of AI
Parliament has once again pushed the boundaries of abortion law, but the public remain unconvinced — with just 1 per cent of women supporting abortion up to birth, notes Lois McLatchie-Miller. As the law moves further than most are comfortable with, the Church must speak clearly and courageously for both mother and child, she argues
Esther Walker’s account of attending church as a newcomer in The Times is no typical revival story. Drawn in by her son’s cricket superstitions and kept by an amusing vicar, Rev Peter Crumpler says her honest reflections offer vital lessons for how the Church reaches those outside its walls
What happens when our prayer meetings start to sound like the news cycle? For Derek Hughes, the answer came after a meeting following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which left him with an anxiety heavier than when he walked in. In moments like these, he asks whether we are bringing our fears to God or just spreading them around
After watching Louis Theroux’s most recent documentary, Luke Smith says the crisis facing our young men is the same today as it’s always been. They are searching for meaning, value and purpose in all the wrong places. It’s time for Christian men to become fathers to a fatherless generation
Chris Follett examines how the conflict in the Middle East is being read through an end-times prophetic lens and questions whether that perspective clarifies the Israeli-American military operations in Iran, or risks justifying them
Bucking the current trend, the Scottish Parliament has failed in its most recent attempt to legalise assisted suicide. There’s many good reasons for that, says Nathanael Smith, but the country’s long history of revival, the unity of the Church and the prayers and actions of Christians all played their part
The desire to preserve the beauty and tradition of the Church is valid, says Rev Jamie Sewell, but beauty without purpose is just a museum
As youth clubs, uniformed groups, sports and arts opportunities have diminished, social media is one of the few places where young people can meet with their peers. Banning it might protect them from online harm, but it will also increase isolation, says Bishop Philip North
When a workshop pairing Billie Eilish songs with lament psalms drew an unexpectedly large Gen Z crowd, the response was striking: honest conversations about anxiety, doubt and pain that participants said was rarely heard in church. Michael Tang believes it suggests young people are searching for a faith that makes room for struggle, not just celebration
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Global politics is dominated by displays of strength, aggression and ‘tough’ masculinity, says Chine McDonald. The life of Christ offers a radically different vision of both manhood and servant leadership
God is calling us to equip the next generation, says Josh Green, co-founder of Gen Zeal. If only we’re brave enough to take Him at his word and believe He can do more than we can imagine
A new book by E.P. Louis argues that many Black Christians are not rejecting God, but a form of Colonial Christianity they’re encountering in British churches
In a culture marked by outrage and cancel culture, theologian Amy Orr-Ewing argues that forgiveness – rooted in the gospel – offers the healing our anxious age desperately needs. It’s a timely manifesto for troubled times, says our reviewer
Church of England bishops have a significant opportunity this week to guide our nation toward more godly laws, says Lois Mclatchie-Miller. Will they take it?
Josh Hinton can hear the biblical undertones in Mumford & Sons latest album, Prizefighter. But it’s the musical equivalent of magnolia paint, he says
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From council estates to the House of Lords, Rt Rev Andrew Watson served with humility and deep commitment to discipleship, says Rt Rev Paul Davies. His final pastoral letters to his diocese became powerful testimonies of faith even as he faced a cancer diagnosis
Dan Barker, head of Reform UK’s Christian Fellowship, explains why tackling illegal immigration should not be pitted against the Bible’s instruction to welcome the foreigner. Protecting Britain’s Christian heritage is the only way to maintain a pluralistic society where people of all faiths can flourish, he says
The latest Diary of a CEO episode sees Steven Bartlett pressing Christian apologist Wesley Huff on hell, scripture and the meaning crisis of our age. Their long, searching conversation is compelling and Huff performs brilliantly, says Andy Kind
The Chosen has become a global and record-breaking phenomenon, drawing millions to its cinematic retelling of the life of Jesus. But for all the show’s impressive production values and popularity, Christian and sitcom writer James Cary says he won’t be watching. He explains why
The tradition of just war theory, developed from thinkers such as Augustine and Thomas Aquinas, sets out strict moral conditions for when war can be justified and how it must be conducted. Judged against it, the latest US escalation in Iran looks dangerously thin on justification, argues George Pitcher
As the war in Iran continues, reports have suggested leaders in the US military are invoking language around the end times and Armageddon. Rev Dr Ian Paul, who completed his PhD on the book of Revelation explains what scripture really teaches about the end of the world
Reform UK has pledged to stop churches being turned into mosques. But this isn’t a hostile takeover, says Andy Kind. If we want church buildings to remain places of Christian worship, we just need to make sure Christians go to them
Tom Wright’s new commentary on Ephesians is pastoral and spiritually nourishing, says our reviewer
It’s time to confidently own the ‘evangelical’ label. That’s the argument of Good News People, a new book by Evangelical Alliance leaders Phil Knox and Gavin Calver. Our reviewer says it’s an important and timely title
A church in Pennsylvania has sparked widespread debate after announcing its policy to welcome noisy children. “The sound of children in worship is not a distraction. It is evidence of life, growth and the future of the church,” its memo declared. Rev Ben Sleep explains how embracing a similar philosophy brought renewal to his own congregation on the south coast of England
From Ramadan breaks in football to halal food in workplaces, Islamic practices are becoming more visible in Britain today. Tim Dieppe says the real issue is not Muslim assertiveness but Christian retreat – and argues the Church must regain its boldness and courage to stand up for the truth of the Gospel
As a new form of Christian Nationalism rises in the form of UKIP’s ‘Walk for Jesus’ marches, the Dean of Liverpool Cathedral is right to say he wants nothing to do with it, says Rev Dr Keith Brindle
The Archbishop of York has criticised the BBC for its “appalling lack of religious literacy”. Former head of religion at the BBC, Michael Wakelin agrees, but believes the remedy is not to be found in producing more religious programmes
A recent column in The Telegraph implied that Christian leaders shouldn’t need therapy because they can ask God for help instead. Fr Mark Edwards explains why he believes this viewpoint is both wrong and pastorally reckless
Don’t back the Green Party, says Lois McLatchie-Miller. Beneath their emphasis on the climate lies a different agenda where Christian ideals are strongly opposed
Despite the massacres of the January uprisings and now the chaos of war, Iranians are still turning to Christ, says Chrissy Parkes. She calls on Christians around the world to pray for peace in Iran and the Middle East - and for the Church to keep shining a light in the darkness
Grace Jin Drexel’s father, Ezra Jin, pastored one of China’s largest independent churches before being arrested in a crackdown on religious freedom last year. She shares her story of growing up under persecution and explains why the Chinese Church continues to grow, despite government pressure
Prince William recently called suicide rates among men in the UK a “national catastrophe”. While raising awareness is vital, Jay Lowder argues that lasting transformation requires something deeper: a faith that offers genuine hope and purpose in our darkest moments
As conflict intensifies across the Middle East, Sawsan Aranki-Batato says her Christian faith is sustaining her, and many of those working in the Palestinian territories. As the Christian community dwindles and humanitarian needs increase, she calls for prayer and support from the worldwide Church
The vandalism of a bakery chain with supposed Israeli connections and the spraying of “globalise the intifada” onto a statue of Winston Churchill reveal a disturbing pattern. Christians cannot afford to ignore the drift from activism into antisemitism, argues David Hoffbrand
Labour MP Sarah Smith reflects on what it means to lead with faith and humility in the often unforgiving environment of Westminster - and what Christians everywhere can learn from Christ’s example
Climate activist Jo Knight’s new book challenges Christians to move from spectators to active participants in creation care. Rooted in biblical theology and filled with practical hope, Called to Care argues that environmental action is an act of love for what God loves, says our reviewer
What began as a normal Wednesday morning chapel service quickly became a 10-day spiritual awakening at Southeastern University. Here, the university’s chief of staff shares the story of the transformative move of God they witnessed
Persecution of Christians is likely to get worse in the short term, warns Dr Martin Parsons
Peter Mandelson’s arrest reminds us that politics is meant for the common good and using it for personal gain is an abuse of the power we are given by God, says Tim Farron MP. Fortunately Old Testament teaching on righteousness and judgement shows Christians a better way
On one busy inner city estate, a church decided that prayer should not be confined to the building, but integrated into the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Here’s what happened when they build a ‘prayer stop’ outside their church where no buses ever stop, but plenty of people do
Reform’s Danny Kruger this week argued the country is “suffering” from its attitudes towards sex. Lois McLatchie believes the MP is right to highlight how the sexual revolution’s promised liberation never arrived. The Church’s embarrassed silence has only added to the confusion, she says. It’s time to speak up
The evidence is in, says Rev Pat Allerton. Young people are turning back to scripture in their search for truth
Released on Ash Wednesday, U2’s new project weaves together Richard Rohr, 1 John and the conflict in the Middle East. Dr Daniel Johnson examines a fiercely political EP packed with both lament and hope
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest reveals a disturbing hierarchy in British justice that protects money over vulnerable victims. It’s a grotesque inversion of the biblical principles upon which our law is founded, says Rev George Pitcher. And King Charles, as head of the Church, needs to do something about it
Friendly interfaith gestures have their place, but Dr Andy Bannister is frustrated that successive Archbishops of Canterbury are neglecting what he believes is their primary calling: to proclaim Christ clearly and confidently
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Ben Cohen from Open Doors explains how increased media and political attention on the plight of persecuted Christians in Nigeria is having a positive effect
Kemi Badenoch says social media is for adults, not children. But while banning apps may help to reduce very real harms, Ayoola Bandele says that Christians must be ready to step into the gap and offer spiritually curious young people the community they so clearly crave
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Beatrice Scudeler thought confirmation wasn’t for her. She explains how the Christian faith of her favourite author helped change her mind
As evangelicals in the Church of England push for new churches to be planted while traditionalists rally to “save the parish”, the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury will need to grapple with questions of place, power and what it really means to be a local church in 21st-century England. Tim Wyatt reports
A world champion father, a childhood shattered by addiction, and the pain of betrayal. Emma Fowle shares the remarkable story of how the radical love of a local church held her family together and ultimately led them all to Jesus
Christian dance band LZ7 is touring Europe with one of the biggest popstars in the world. But frontman Lindz West says it’s not (just) about the music. He can’t resist the opportunity to share the gospel with 600,000 young people