The YouVersion Bible app have announced their most popular verse of the year. Ruby Smith says it’s a timely encouragement to be bolder in sharing the good news of Jesus Christ
People are more open to reading the Bible than ever, says Simon Lennox. This Christmas, lets take the opportunity to introduce them to the greatest story ever told - and the only one that brings real joy, peace and hope to our broken world
The US actor Kirk Cameron believes non-believers will cease to exist rather than face eternal conscious punishment. It’s an unorthodox take on the doctrine of hell, but is growing in popularity among some Christians. Kate Orson unpacks the biblical evidence
If Tommy Robinson is misappropriating the Christian faith for his own political purposes, Christians should appropriate it right back again, says George Pitcher, just as the Church of England bus stop posters have done. Let’s reclaim patriotism and use it for good this festive season
David Olusoga’s three-part BBC series on the British empire has provoked widespread debate. UK Christians should honestly confront their past without trying to balance the scales, suggests Dr Daniel Johnson
When university chaplain, Father Rich Miserendo, swapped his office for a coffee shop on campus - and a sign inviting conversation - it opened doors to evangelism that he never expected. If we want to reach young people, we need to follow where God leads and look outside of our usual church settings, he says
Misogyny has moved from the margins into the mainstream, says Judith Davey-Cole. Christian communities have a crucial role to play in educating young people in the digital age
As the third season of Celebrity Race Across the World draws to a close, Emma Hide says the show offers Christians some important lessons in doing life with Christ. The final destination is important, she says, but journeying with Jesus is what really changes us
Worship leader Graham Kendrick reflects on how his 1987 song ‘Shine Jesus Shine’ has endured across generations, spreading from church halls to Glastonbury Festival and even being voted the nation’s favourite school hymn
For her new 25 day Advent devotional, award-winning author Cynthia Ruchti turns her attention to the role of the Holy Spirit in the Christmas story, says our reviewer
Netflix’s House of Guinness may be gripping television, but it bears little resemblance to historical truth - particularly when it comes to evangelist Henry Grattan Guinness, writes his granddaughter-in-law
Advent reminds us that, even when we can’t see it, God is working - just as he was in the 400 years of silence before Christ’s birth. Even when it’s hard, Ayoola Bandele says the invitation of advent is not to grit our teeth and deny our longings, but focus on what God is doing in us anyway
A University of Oklahoma student has made international headlines after she wrote a Psychology essay which said it was “demonic” to argue there are more than two genders. Samantha Fulnecky’s work was deemed “offensive” by her instructor who failed her, and said the student should have cited “empirical evidence” rather than only quoting scripture. Fulnecky pushed back by claiming her religious freedom was under threat. The University has since stated the assignment will not be factored into her final grade following mass public backlash. Here, Christian and academic Krish Kandiah pens an open letter to Fulnecky, and urges her to remember four key principles when discussing the Christian faith in public
Eternity charmingly invites Christians to ask what romantic relationships look like in the afterlife — but, Giles Gough warns, some Christians may find the answers this fantasy film gives deeply unsettling
The Strictly star’s decision to discuss his decades-long struggle with pornography raises searching questions for the Church, says Tim Parks. When three quarters of Christian men and almost half of Christian women say they watch it, what does this means for discipleship, honesty and formation?
While children in the UK wait for Christmas Day, youngsters in mainland Europe will be receiving presents from St Nicholas this weekend. But how did a fourth-century bishop become the jolly figure we call Santa Claus?
Nearly 100 state-funded schools have closed in the past four years, with 30 more expected in London by next September. The cost of living isn’t to blame, argues Christian Hacking — but unprecedented abortion rates are
When Pope Leo politely declined to pray inside a mosque, he modelled how Christians can show respect for our Muslim friends, while being clear about our theological differences, says Andy Bannister
The Christmas season is an invitation to learn from the example of John the Baptist, says Rich Villodas. In a world full of fear and a culture that prioritises self, his witness challenges us to point towards the light of Christ which overcomes all darkness
When Christmas becomes a political battleground, Christians must remember the child in the manger — and why his way of love leaves no room for nationalist distortions of the faith, says Rev Al Barrett
Microsoft’s first chatbot Tay turned Nazi in 16 hours. Its successor, Sydney, threatened users and tried to break up marriages. Stephen Driscoll says these early AI systems have inadvertently become a multi-billion-dollar mirror reflecting the doctrine of total depravity
As debates rage over Britain’s Christian heritage, Tim Farron warns that when patriotism becomes an idol, Christians risk replacing God with a broken sense of identity that damages both themselves and others
Declarations about “reaching every person with the Gospel by 2033” have been endorsed by prominent Western church leaders including Nicky Gumbel and Rick Warren. Evangelising the world before the 2,000 year anniversary of Christ’s resurrection may sound visionary, but Joseph D’Souza says the target sends the wrong message to the watching world. He’s urging the West to stop putting metrics ahead of mission
Despite sharing the same vision to see students encounter Jesus, Fusion and UCCF’s relationship has long been one defined by tensions and territorial disputes. Fusion’s Luke Smith reflects on the mistrust that stifled their unity, and the prayer, communication, and reconciliation that have begun to build it
Wicked: For Good has sparked controversy among Christians over its spell-casting and sexual content. Despite the concerns, Rebecca Chapman chose to watch it with her son - and found positive as well as more concerning themes along the way
In his new book Waiting for Jesus, pastor Rich Villodas offers a deeply reflective 25-day devotional, says our reviewer
David Platt’s oustanding book, All You Want for Christmas, delivers the gospel in just 92 pages, says our reviewer
The Californian church formerly led by John MacArthur is being sued by a women who reported domestic and sexual abuse - yet was allegedly told to go home and ‘submit’ to her husband. Shockingly, it is not an isolated incident, says Restored’s Bekah Legg. Many church leaders are not equipped to respond well. Here’s how we can all do better
Richard Storry opens up about his unexpected win on Big Brother 2025, how his faith guided him through the show and the ways it shaped his time in the house
Kingdom Code’s hackathon saw a room of Christian coders come together to tackle the language barrier isolating churchgoers whose first language isn’t English. Mike Ashelby tells the story behind the innovative AI translation tool they created
Gen Z are finding Jesus, but are they finding a Church ready to help them grow in faith? Emma Fowle explores the clash of culture no one is talking about
Jeff Lucas wasn’t expecting an angelic encounter — especially not one involving blue gloves, a beer belly and a man who definitely looked more like a Ron than a Gabriel.
They’re often pitted against one another, but new research from Paul Kerensa has revealed it hasn’t always been this way. Can the Sleighman and the Saviour be friends after all?
A new report by Anglican priest and scholar Dr Mark Durie argues that grooming-gang activity across the UK isn’t connected to ethnicity but to Islamic theology.
When Christians Against Poverty (CAP) arrived to help Jade, who was struggling to afford Christmas, they did more than ease her finances. They introduced her to the love of Christ
Chine McDonald says she’s often shocked by the unkindness of the words sent to her by those claiming to be Christians
Given it’s his birthday (kind of), it’s only fair we get to know the real Yehoshua ben Yehoseph. Jared Brock separates fact from fiction
This month Premier Christianity is inviting you to join our challenge to change the lives of 50 children through the child sponsorship charity, Compassion. Our deputy editor, Emma Fowle, explains more
Following The Spectator’s critique of “funky vicars”, Rev Michael Coren pushes back, defending his fellow clergy in the public eye and questioning a culture that he says is quicker to sneer than to support
Beth Appleby was told her unborn baby had only a five per cent chance of survival. Doctors advised an abortion, but Hope is now a healthy, happy three-year-old with no medical needs
After Jerusalem was destroyed in AD70, Judaism could have vanished…but Yohanan ben Zakkai, a rabbi and near contemporary of Jesus, preserved and reshaped Jewish teaching for millennia to follow. David Instone-Brewer explores how his message echoed Jesus’ – but missed the crucial truth at its heart
Church should be a refuge – but for many, attending a Sunday service is tough. AJ Gomez investigates why some Christians find gathering together difficult, and what both leaders and individuals can do to help
Tom Wright fields a challenging question about the nature of heaven and hell - and who goes there
The traditional British Christmas might look like Midnight Mass, roast turkey and a Boxing Day game of scrabble but, around the world, Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus in many different ways – and even on completely different days
The first woman to anchor a world heavyweight boxing championship has, in many ways, been fighting her whole life. The award winning broadcaster speaks about growing up in domestic violence, surviving sexual abuse, finding Christ – and the near-death experience that reorientated her life
It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the run-up to Christmas. This year, Gemma Hunt is chopping down her to-do list and choosing a better way
The fear of wealth taxes is driving many UK billionaires offshore to places with friendlier tax policies. George Pitcher is questioning their refusal to undertake a shared duty to give back, and the price they’re paying for it that isn’t financial
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
The biggest movie in Netflix history was released this summer, but you’ve probably never considered watching it. Martin Saunders explains what you need to know about KPop Demon Hunters – and considers how Christians should respond to the phenomenon that is anime
The new Archbishop of Melbourne might be leaving the UK for warmer climes – but he is adament that long-term decline in the Church of England is giving way to renewal
Northern Ireland’s Christian-based curriculum breaches human rights law, according to a new Supreme Court ruling. And yet similar challenges to LGBT teaching have repeatedly failed, notes Christian Concern lawyer Roger Kiska — an inconsistency he says reveals a troubling double standard
Church and state must work in partnership in order to effectively serve the poor, argues Hannah Rich. Former Conservative MP Miriam Cates is wrong to pit the two against one another, she says
Sudan’s civil war has killed an estimated 150,000 people and displaced half the population, yet remains largely ignored by international media. Rafat Samir explains the impact it’s had on the country’s 2 million Christians and how believers worldwide can pray
Formerly an atheist trapped in addiction, Shaun O’Sullivan transformed his life after finding Christ through a street preacher he once mocked. Now, he says he is being targeted by police for proclaiming the gospel on the very streets where he first heard it
Johnny Rivera explores why Christian leaders must learn to fill up before pouring out, moving from unsustainable ‘canal’ ministry that gives as soon as it gets, to life-giving ‘reservoir’ leadership that flows from overflow
Reform UK’s leader Nigel Farage is back in the headlines this week, accused of allegedly making racist remarks while at school. Holly Petersen says Christians must not be fooled by his policies of hostility and division. It goes against everything Jesus commanded
Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze claimed God answered his prayer for a hat-trick against Tottenham. Spurs fan Tim Bechervaise feels conflicted - but he’s praying the footballer’s outspoken Christian faith points many to Jesus
Emergency medicine consultant Jonny Acheson was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at 41. His new book offers a candid, compassionate window into living with the condition - though it leaves questions about faith and spiritual care unanswered, says our reviewer
Richard Storry’s gracious responses and willingness to turn the other cheek intrigued viewers and housemates alike. It shows how Christian values can triumph even in reality TV’s most challenging environment, says Sophie Sanders
Through sin, loss, and abandonment, Thandiwe Gaobepe endured heartbreak after heartbreak, God’s steadfast grace sustained her as she raised her three children alone. She wants the Church to recognise the generational impact of single mothers and to stand with them
This new Advent devotional invites readers to journey slowly towards Christmas, offering daily reflections and prayers as an antidote to seasonal busyness and a way to rediscover the deeper spiritual meaning of the season
A childhood encounter with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe changed Michael Coren’s life long before he understood its Christian meaning. On the book’s 75th anniversary, he reflects on the enduring storytelling power of its famous author, C.S. Lewis
Those who cannot work do need looking after, but the Bible never suggests this job should fall to the government, argues Miriam Cates
Christian heavy metal bands are reaching countless people who would never step foot inside a church, argues London School of Theology’s Dr Daniel Johnson. You may not love their sound but you should be supporting Skillet’s evangelistic mission, he says
A landmark Supreme Court ruling has declared Christian-focused religious education in Northern Ireland state schools unlawful, yet Peter Lynas says there are grounds for hope. The way we teach the faith may need to change, but our right to communicate the Gospel remains unhindered, he says
Testimony reveals decades of institutional abuse at Ireland’s Magdalene Laundries. The shocking details of torture, slave labour and human trafficking don’t make for easy viewing, says Giles Gough, but Christians must not turn away from the brutality inflicted in God’s name
In his first foreign trip, Pope Leo is travelling to Turkey to celebrate the 1700th anniversary of the Nicaean Council with Orthodox Church leaders. It’s supposed to be a powerful demonstration of Christian unity, but that message could be in jeopardy on the Orthodox side, as Andreja Bogdanovski reports
When a tech entrepreneur was tempted to bend the rules, a simple Bible verse changed everything. Jean Kabasomi explores why doing the right thing isn’t always easy - and why that’s OK
After witnessing abuse scandals up close and personal, Rev Jamie Sewell knows that accountability isn’t an optional extra for Christian leaders. It’s vital for the health of the whole Church
A year after finding out that her son was gay, Nina Douglas became a Christian. Working through her son’s sexuality alongside her newfound faith was challenging, until she realised that she was not called to judge her son, but love him
Bible Society researcher Dr Rob Barward-Symmons hits back at claims made by Tim Wyatt that new Church of England attendance figures discredit the much talked about Quiet Revival report
Trillia Newbell’s latest devotional offers 25 daily readings for Advent, complete with recipes and reflections. Despite some seasonal confusion in the title, this accessible book provides a refreshing take on preparing for Christmas, says our reviewer
As Gaza’s fragile ceasefire hangs by a thread, the territory’s 1,000 Christians - many of whom have spent two years sheltering in bombed churches - must decide whether to flee to safety or stay in the land where Christianity was born
One man’s desperate search for healing leads him to investigate miraculous claims with scientific rigour in Angel’s new streaming series Miracle. It’s compelling viewing, says Tim Bechervaise, but Bear Grylls’ contribution feels shoehorned in
Nicola Olyslagers reveals how putting God at the centre of her life transformed both her athletics career and her sense of purpose, leading to record-breaking performances and a ministry among fellow athletes
Christian meditation is nothing to be afraid of. In fact contemplative and silent prayer is the most consistently emphasised aspect of Jesus’ own prayer life, argues Chris Whittington. The future of Christianity will not be louder, but quieter and deeper
The departure of the BBC’s director general and news CEO raise questions about the difference between political gesture and making amends, says George Pitcher. The Christian concept of penance has much to offer
Alan Bennett’s latest film follows a Yorkshire choral society struggling to survive during the first world war. The Choral attempts to show that music and art can heal a broken soul, says Giles Gough, but it’s attempt to address class, gender and religion leaves important themes underdeveloped
The new CofE attendance figures prove that the claims made by Bible Society’s Quiet Revival report just don’t hold up, says Tim Wyatt
As the BBC faces mounting allegations of bias and a potential $1billion lawsuit from Donald Trump, Dr Jenny Taylor says the corporation needs to remember its Christian roots and get back to valuing the truth
Dr Selina Stone’s latest book tackles the uncomfortable connection between theological beliefs and abuse within evangelical Christianity, examining high-profile scandals and challenging commonly-held doctrines
Pastor Bill Cahusac’s latest book promises insights into Spirit-filled living. But the mix of memoir, travelogue and biblical reflection creates a confusing read that dilutes its message, says our reviewer
Cornwall’s only Christian festival has been threatened with closure. Here, one 20-year-old volunteer shares how the event has impacted her own walk with Jesus, and urges other Christians to consider investing in the spiritual landscape of one of the UK’s most under-served regions
As YouVersion’s Bible app approaches one billion installs, founder Bobby Gruenewald explains why the world’s most popular Bible app has remained completely free and non-commercialised despite being worth billions
Maddy Fry reveals the untold story behind Bruce Springsteen’s mysterious soundtrack Faithless, written for an unmade Martin Scorsese film about a Catholic nun and an outlaw
As Jasmine Mitchell is crowned Bake Off champion for 2025, we take a look at other moments when reality TV stars have spoken about their Christian faith on TV. From Big Brother to Love Island, here’s just a few contestants who have pointed to Jesus
In this new series, Bruce Miller attempts to answer some of the questions that people most often ask the internet about God. Here, he explores how to overcome doubts and embrace a divine connection
The leader of Harvest Christian Fellowship talks about living through a revival, what it’s like to baptise 3,000 people and why the megachurch is a British invention
JD Vance has been criticised for expressing his hope that his wife Usha will convert to Christianity. But Mo Tizzard, who has navigated faith differences in her own marriage says desiring your spouse’s salvation isn’t offensive - it’s the most loving thing you can want for them
In a week marked by prayer and worship In Israel and prophetic declarations at the Gaza border, Chip Kendall says he witnessed God’s divine orchestration in the release of hostages held by Hamas
Michael Toms was convicted on nine counts including rape and indecent assault of two girls. Having attended the sentencing hearing, Susie Leafe says his case reveals the same troubling dynamics of abuse seen across other church denominations
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After their eldest daughter made a false report at school when they refused her request for a phone and makeup, Christian couple Daniel and Bianca Samson were accused of “religious extremism” and had both daughters seized by the Swedish authorities. However shocking, ADF’s Guillermo Sancho says such a case is not an anomaly across Europe
The Carpenter’s Son is based on the apocryphal Infancy Gospel of Thomas. Sam Hailes is breaking his usual rule of not getting worked up about films. This one feels like a deliberate provocation, he says
For decades organisations such as Christian Solidarity Worldwide have been sounding the alarm about the targeting of Christians in Nigeria. Ellis Heasley is glad the US has finally woken up to horrors being perpetuated - even if Trump’s threats of military action were typically bombastic
A new collection of Tim Keller’s past sermons on sin has been compiled into new book What is Wrong with the World? It offers pastors and believers a biblical framework for understanding humanity’s fundamental problem, says our reviewer
Ben Boland’s handbook, born from real pastoral experience, challenges ‘Christian ageism’ while offering sensitive, practical guidance for meaningful ministry among older people and those with dementia, says our reviewer
From Alan Carr’s nervous sweating to contestants’ genuine tears, The Celebrity Traitors shows how mistrust corrodes relationships and harms body, mind and soul. But it also reveals our soul-deep longing for authentic connection - which only God can provide in its fullness, says Emma Hide
Scott Macnamara’s King’s Army hit headlines after marching through Soho shouting ‘Jesus saves’. He tells Premier Christianity why he believes the Church needs to recover a biblical understanding of spiritual warfare and responds to claims his group targets the LGBT community