All Prayer articles – Page 6
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OpinionThink praying in public could never be banned in the UK? Bournemouth council wants to do just that
Bournemouth council wants to implement a buffer zone around abortion clinics, which would make prayer and reciting scripture a crime, says Alithea Williams
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OpinionPray for our leaders to act justly for the whole population, not just those who might vote for them
Praying for those in authority should not be seen as a last resort but an urgent imperative – especially in times of change, says Tim Farron
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Interviews‘God’s presence was irresistible’ - Andy Flannagan on the 'holy moments' at Parliament prayer breakfast
Hours after Andy Flannagan led parliamentarians in singing about integrity, truth and justice, a spate of government ministerial resignations took place, with Sajid Javid referencing the prayer breakfast in his speech. As Boris Johnson confirms he will stand down this autumn, Sam Hailes speaks to Flannagan, who also heads Christians in Politics, to ask what we should make of claims that a prayer meeting led to the highest number of ministerial resignations in history.
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ReviewsThe gift of kindness - Debbie Duncan and Cathy Le Feuvre
If someone asked you: “Do you think you are kind?” what would you say? You may think of yourself as a kind-hearted person but, sometimes, kindness is associated with niceness. This book helps to differentiate the two. Quoting Titus 3, the authors write: “‘When the kindness and ...
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OpinionI witnessed the power of prayer in parliament today - along with 700 others. Here’s why it matters
Opinions are more polarised than ever and scandals have made many feel disinterested in politics. That’s why it’s more important than ever to come together in unity and listen well, says Tim Farron
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Magazine FeaturesManifesting: This positive thinking trend is popular with young people. Here’s a Christian response
Can you really think yourself rich, married or successful? Carrie Lloyd investigates
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Real LifeGod is still in the miracle business. I know because he did one for me
When God supernaturally rescued Joanna Watson from a car crash that could have ended her life, it set her on a new path. She’s spent years collecting stories of other miracles and, ahead of Pentecost, says we should expect them in our own lives, too
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Magazine FeaturesHow to hear God’s voice in troubled times
The bewildered founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement shares what he has learned through years of trying – and sometimes failing – to listen to the still, small voice
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News AnalysisMiracles in Ukraine
Astonishing stories of God at work are being shared on social media. Tim Wyatt explains why Christians are being urged to respond with both praise and caution
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OpinionSinging for Ukraine: how your worship could turn the tide in this war
We might not feel like singing much at the moment, but worship can be a powerful way to move the hand of God, says William Long, and the Ukrainian people are in desperate need of a miracle
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Real LifeBehind the headlines: Inspiring stories of faith in Ukrainian cities under siege
You won't hear these stories anywhere else. But for Christians, they are an encouraging reminder that Ukrainians are people of deep conviction, who are well used to keeping the faith in dark times
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OpinionPraying for Ukraine may not change God's mind. But it will change you
Prayer isn’t a shopping-list petition of God, says George Pitcher
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OpinionBlessed are the peacemakers: Bishop to the Armed Forces gives his view on Ukraine
The Bishop to the Armed Forces, Rev Hugh Nelson, tells us that violence and aggression will not ultimately win
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Opinion#PrayForUkraine is a good start. But it's not enough
Thoughts and prayers are not enough. We need action, says Annie Carter
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Magazine FeaturesMeet the evangelists: Rachel Jordan-Wolf on taking people ‘one step closer’ to Jesus
HOPE Together’s Rachel Jordan-Wolf tells us about sharing the Gospel with street prostitutes in Amsterdam’s red light district
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Magazine FeaturesMeet the evangelists: Efrem Buckle on how to preach the gospel at a funeral
Funerals are one of the most difficult places to share the Gospel, says London City Mission’s Efrem Buckle. Here’s how he approached the task
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Magazine FeaturesMeet the evangelists: Andy Kind shares his most embarrassing moment
Three Christians with the gift of the gab on how you can grow in sharing your faith
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OpinionCanada is making an alarming move towards authoritarianism. Here's how Christians can pray
After thousands of truckers protested the introduction of vaccine mandates, Canadian authorities brought in controversial measures which have seen protesters' bank accounts frozen. Kameel Majdali explains what has taken place, and why Christians should be concerned
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OpinionGod doesn’t need your ministry. There’s something far more precious he wants instead
Too many of us have made ministry into an idol, argues Mike Wallbridge. Here’s how we can put our priorities back in order
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OpinionThe biggest world events to be praying for in 2022
A Christian futurist and Bible teacher looks at the year ahead and explains what issues Christians should be praying for
