All Worship articles
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OpinionShould Christians sing “Buddha is dead and Allah is silent”?
A new song is proclaiming that Buddha, Muhammad and Allah are ‘dead idols’. Worship leader Richard James Butt considers whether it’s appropriate to sing on a Sunday morning
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ReviewsHallelujah! is your definitive guide to the top 100 worship songs
From ‘Jesus Stand Among Us’ to ‘History Maker’, Les Moir expertly explores the stories behind songs that transformed contemporary Christian worship, says our reviewer
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ReviewsWhy Elle Limebear’s ‘Give me joy’ is our song of the month
A childhood hymn has been given a new lease of life – and found its way into the UK charts. Our music editor explores why Elle Limebear’s ‘Give me joy’ is striking a chord across the generations
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OpinionDolly Parton (1946–2026): The Queen of Country who believed all things were possible through God
Dolly Parton rose from a one-room cabin in Tennessee to become a global country music icon, actress and radically generous philanthropist. Following her death aged 80, Derek Walker reflects on the Christian faith that empowered her to believe all things were possible, even when life suggested otherwise
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OpinionDoes it matter if non-Christians write our worship songs?
As worship leaders increasingly collaborate with artists outside the Church, Kenny Klinglesmith asks how much the character and beliefs of a songwriter should matter when their words become the prayers of God’s people
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ReviewsWhy this worship anthem from Gas Street is our song of the month
This new release from the Birmingham-based church is a joyful celebration of the gospel, says our music editor
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InterviewsCeCe Winans: ‘I’ve got to stand for righteousness, no matter what’s popular’
The most decorated female gospel singer of all time talks about quitting the music industry to plant a church, living with integrity and how her struggles with social media led to the release of her latest number one album
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Real Life‘I was living a double life while I was in the Newsboys’
After losing everything to drink, drugs and sexual sin, former Newsboys frontman John James thought his ministry was over. As fresh questions surround the band’s legacy, John shares the remarkable story of how God’s relentless grace restored his life – and why no one is beyond redemption
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OpinionBrian Doerksen (1965-2026): A master craftsman in modern hymn-writing
The Canadian worship leader Brian Doerksen who wrote classic songs including ‘Come now is the time to worship’ and ‘Refiners fire’ has died at the age of 60. Les Moir pays tribute to a calm, consistent and humble man
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OpinionPharell Williams has made a gospel album. But does his life reflect Christ?
There’s a rising tide of artists referencing Christian faith in their music, says Hope Bonarcher. Is the music industry undergoing some sort of revival, or are media-savvy musicians just jumping on the latest bandwagon?
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OpinionWhy I’m admiring Barcelona’s Sagrada Família as a Holy Spirit inspired icon
As the tallest church in the world, Sagrada Família, finally reaches its full height after 144 years of construction, Noël Tredinnick reflects on the sacred beauty of Christian art
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ReviewsWhy this beautiful track from Saint Music is our song of the month
Born out of prayer gatherings that are uniting hundreds of young Christians in London, ‘At Your feet’ is a heartfelt expression of devotion, says our music editor
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Magazine FeaturesFrom smuggling to smartphones: 5 extraordinary ways the Bible is going global
500 years after William Tyndale risked everything to translate the New Testament, Christians are finding increasingly creative and sometimes covert ways to spread scripture. Across war zones, persecuted nations, remote communities and offline regions, here are five organisations fighting to get the Bible into the hands of every believer
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ReviewsWhy this soulful worship track from Jake Isaac is our song of the month
Jake Isaac’s new song leads us in joyful praise of a God who never fails, even in the messiness of life, says our music editor
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ReviewsWhy this powerful worship track from KXC is our song of the month
This reflective new worship song is calling congregations back to the heart of the gospel, says our music editor
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Magazine FeaturesFrom pot noodle to Pentecost
Does church feel a little…mundane? It doesn’t have to be this way. Nick and Ali Herbert share encouraging stories of miracles and prophecy, along with helpful tips on how to ensure your church is full of the Holy Spirit’s power this Pentecost
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InterviewsPhilippa Hanna: ‘If it wasn’t for the word of God, I would be in a very dark place’
In a world that tells young women they’re not enough, Philippa Hanna is using her voice to say the opposite – and thousands are listening. Coming from a long line of musicians, the singer reflects on finding her identity in Christ after years of industry pressure, why she wants people to know Christians on stage are still works in progress, and how an unexpected message from a long-lost brother added a remarkable new chapter to her story
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OpinionHunger and half-hearted prayers: What a horrible fast taught me about true worship
When Derek Hughes and his small group embarked on a fast that failed to bring the spiritual breakthrough he expected, the result was disappointment. But a fresh reading of a familiar scripture challenged him to consider whether the worship we deem a failure, may in fact be worship in its purest form
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OpinionChurches are talking about mental health more than ever – but are we caring for those leading them?
While conversations about mental health have grown louder in the Church, Michael Tang argues it has neglected the structures of care needed to support those struggling. In doing so, he says, the Church may be settling for a form of ‘cheap healing’ that feels real but leaves deeper needs unaddressed
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OpinionChandler Moore's honesty about abuse and addiction is impressive. I hope more leaders follow his lead
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
