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OpinionRT Kendall: I’m pleading with Donald Trump – do not make God your enemy
Donald Trump says he wants to go to heaven. But RT Kendall warns that the President’s refusal to forgive his enemies puts him at odds with Jesus – and urges him to repent before it’s too late
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OpinionInfant baptism is not an infringement on a child’s human rights. It’s a gift we should treasure
The former Irish President has claimed that baptising infants is a breach of their human rights. Nonsense, replies Gavin Ashenden. Being baptised into a loving church family is the greatest gift we can offer our children, and echoes God’s free gift of grace to us all
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OpinionAs a Christian, I do believe ghosts are real
Some Christians have argued that ghosts are demonic entities. However Rev Chris Lee believes there are good reasons to believe they’re merely trapped, confused or lost souls with no evil intention. Read an alternative view here
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OpinionGhosts are not the spirits of dead people. They are demonic
Are ghosts the spirits of dead people, or demons sent to deceive us? David Griffiths explains why he thinks the Bible is clear that the living and the dead cannot communicate. Read an alternative view here
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ColumnistsDon't just read the Bible. Learn to live inside its story
The Bible is more than a source of principles to apply to our lives. Dr Chloe Lynch explains how learning to inhabit its stories can reshape our imagination, desires and, ultimately, the way we live
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Interviews‘Science is catching up with scripture’ Meet the neuroscientist revealing what prayer does to your brain
In a world of constant distraction, could the ancient practices of prayer and stillness hold the key to a healthier, happier brain? Christian neuroscientist Dr Jake Fairnie explains what science is discovering about the power of switching off, why he believes the human brain points to a creator and why God is a bit like a moonwalking gorilla
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FeaturesIs it time for Christians to embrace Halloween?
The Church has traditionally shunned the festival, claiming it celebrates evil. Here’s an alternative perspective
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Opinion6 things evangelicals get wrong about Orthodox Christianity
Christians have disagreed over theology for centuries, says Stefan Tijanić. While some of those differences are substantial, many of them are rooted in misunderstanding. He explains what Orthodox Christians actually believe
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OpinionMost UK evangelicals hold unbiblical views on sin and salvation
61% of UK evangelicals believe most people are good by nature, according to a new survey. Dr Samuel Tunnicliffe warns that such beliefs risk emptying the gospel of its true power
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ReviewsChristians must respond to witchcraft and New Age spirituality. This booklet will help
As occult practices surge among young people and New Age spiritualities move into the mainstream, the Evangelical Alliance has published a much-needed guide to help Christians understand, engage with, and minister to those immersed in witchcraft, says former New Ager, Laura Maxwell
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ColumnistsWhat’s behind this strange phrase Jesus used?
Jesus spoke with a unique and intriguing mannerism – and scholars still don’t fully understand it, says David Instone-Brewer
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FeaturesAlister McGrath: Young people are realising that secularism is a house built on sand
Secularism has failed to deliver on its promises, says Alister McGrath. Now is the time to explain how Christianity offers stability in a volatile world
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ColumnistsCan you find the Trinity in the Old Testament?
Elaine Storkey explores the Old Testament clues that point towards Father, Son and Holy Spirit – centuries before Jesus’ birth
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OpinionDon’t be deceived: Danny Tomo’s Patriot Platform does not represent Christ
It isn’t racist to ask hard questions of our government about immigration policy. But when we consider what form our social action should take, let’s use the Bible to ask hard questions of ourselves, says Dr Krish Kandiah. Taking to the streets in balaclavas and using violence isn’t what Jesus would do
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Opinion4 reasons why I believe you should avoid The Passion Translation
Bethel Church has stopped selling The Passion Translation of the Bible amid concerns over alleged plagiarism. One of the translation’s leading critics David Fish explains why he believes The Passion falls so dangerously short of the standards Christians should expect
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OpinionJD Vance is right. The antichrist may be walking among us
The US Vice President J.D. Vance suggested in a recent interview that the antichrist could already be among us. David Griffiths believes his comments are reasonable. He argues our modern world is beginning to resemble the kind of civilisation that scripture predicts
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ReviewsHow should Christians respond to the growth in witchcraft? This book is light on analysis
Belle Tindall-Riley’s new book explores why people are turning to witchcraft, crystals and tarot. Her empathetic approach is welcome, but the book’s analysis falls short of its promise, says our reviewer
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OpinionLily Phillips has got it wrong. Grace is not permission to keep sinning
The recently baptised OnlyFans star Lily Phillips claims that because Christianity is all about “non-judgement”, she can continue sleeping with thousands of men. Lois McLatchie Miller explains why this fundamentally misunderstands the grace and freedom offered by the gospel of Jesus Christ
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ColumnistsHow should Christians read Old Testament prophecy?
Tom Wright gives his response to a reader’s question
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InterviewsDr Amy Orr-Ewing: ‘We’ve made forgiveness a weapon for the powerful. It is never that in the hands of Jesus’
We’ve misunderstood forgiveness, says Dr Amy Orr-Ewing. The Church has weaponised it against victims, while society has dismissed it as weak. Now it’s time to reclaim this gospel jewel – and show a culture of rage and retaliation why forgiveness is truly a superpower
