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InterviewsDr Beth Allison Barr: ‘Women are not silent in scripture’
Dr Beth Allison Barr’s academic research brought her into conflict with the teaching of the church she grew up in. In this interview, she explains why she believes the prohibition of female church leaders is a modern phenomenon, not a biblical mandate
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ReviewsThe ministry we forgot? Why caring for the elderly matters more than ever
Anne-Louise Critchlow’s Slowing Down is a gentle call to rediscover the quiet power of pastoral care. With warmth and wisdom, she honours the often-overlooked ministry of supporting the elderly says Eliza Bailey.
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ReviewsWhen female roles in churches are contested is reconciliation possible?
Amidst today’s gender tensions, Healed and Whole by Abigail Ruth Flavell offers a gentle call to reconciliation in the Church - urging readers to listen well, love deeply, and stay centred on Christ.
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Regular ColumnistsThe God who keeps his promises
Jeff Lucas reflects on 46 years of marriage, ministry, and the temptation to blame God for broken dreams
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Real Life'Ministry in war-torn Lebanon is tough. But the good news of Jesus shines in the darkness'
Rouba Yammine, a church leader in Beirut, Lebanon, shares her experiences of life and ministry in a war zone, and asks Christians everywhere to pray for peace
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Regular ColumnistsMy awkward lesson on the sin of gossip
After weeks of culinary mishaps, a home-cooked dinner led Jeff Lucas into an awkward lesson he’s never forgotten
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Regular ColumnistsJesus let himself be interrupted. We should follow his example
Most of us don’t do well with interruptions. But allowing ourselves to be re-directed can be a useful and godly trait, says Jeff Lucas
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Real Life‘I am a surfer against slavery’
When Matt Rundle joined a church trip to South East Asia, his heart was broken by what he witnessed. Now he’s on a mission to use his passion for surfing to tackle sex exploitation
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OpinionAlan Wilson (1955-2024): A courageous and prophetic pastor
The Bishop of Buckingham and former Premier trustee, Rt Rev Dr Alan Wilson, has passed away at the age of 68. He was well known for his advocacy on behalf of church abuse survivors and for encouraging the Church to embrace the opportunities provided by digital media. The former Bishop of Oxford Rt Rev John Pritchard pays tribute to him
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Real Life‘The end of my husband’s life was the beginning of mine’
After the death of her husband from an asthma attack, Alisa Latty-Alleyne made a decision to follow Jesus. But leaving a lucrative career for Christian ministry was never part of the plan
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OpinionI’ll quit being a vicar on Sunday
The gospel may need no refreshing, but we do. It’s time to go, says George Pitcher
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ReviewsTalking about death: a pastoral guide by Sue Walker
Despite the title, this is not just a book for those in pastoral ministry. All of us have to face tough questions about death, and this offering from hospice chaplain Sue Walker will help. “Christians don’t need to avoid death-talk and can confidently face death head on”, ...
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Magazine FeaturesFearfully and wonderfully made: 5 disabled Christians share their stories
Five Christians living with disabilities share how God is using them in powerful ways for mission and ministry
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InterviewsBeth Moore on overcoming abuse, growing a worldwide ministry and leaving her beloved denomination
The Bible teacher and founder of Living Proof Ministries speaks candidly about her “knotted-up” life
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OpinionAsbury is a new move of God. And Gen Z is facilitating it
Statistic proliferate about anxiety, depression and suicide among Generation Z. But God is doing something special among young people, and the student-led revival at Asbury proves it, says Jessika Tate
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Magazine FeaturesShould we continue to consume RZIM content?
Ruth Jackson, producer of Premier’s apologetics podcast, ‘Unbelievable?’, shares her opinion
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ReviewsThis meticulously researched biography of a 19th century preacher will have limited appeal
Baptist Wriothesley Noel, the largely-forgotten minister at St John’s Proprietary Chapel, London, was a popular preacher who drew large crowds. He was also an aristocrat with strong political connections, and one of the leading voices of the evangelical wing of the Church of England.Always pushing for ...
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Testimonies'A simple invitation to a brilliant Christian camp changed my life'
A simple invitation radically altered the course of Tony Uddin’s life
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Magazine FeaturesStuart Briscoe (1930-2022): Friend, mentor and inspiration
The renowned English pastor, author and preacher Stuart Briscoe has died at his home in Wisconsin, USA. Briscoe, who led the Telling the Truth ministry with his wife Jill, was 91. His sermons are broadcast all around the world, including on Premier Christian Radio in the UK. Keith Danby pays tribute to him
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ReviewsNeed a shot of divine encouragement? This book is for you
This book is flowing with testimony and biblical truth, that brings inspiration to the thirsty reader.
