The response to Charlie Kirk’s death is revealing the subtext of our hearts
Immigration needs respectful debate, not polarised views. Christians must lead the way
Going backstage at the National Television Awards helped me see God’s perspective
What should Christians make of the Great Awokening?
Cory Asbury on finding forgiveness after his viral video controversy
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The response to Charlie Kirk’s death is revealing the subtext of our hearts
The public murder of the Christian and conservative activist Charlie Kirk has prompted a variety of depressing responses, says Andy Kind. Our words on social media reveal much about the state of our hearts, he says
Opinion
Going backstage at the National Television Awards helped me see God’s perspective
No amount of glitz and glamour can mask the realities of our life from God, says Gemma Hunt. He sees us just as we are – and he loves us anyway
Opinion
Immigration needs respectful debate, not polarised views. Christians must lead the way
Growing up in Telford during the grooming gangs scandal, Emma Hide has seen difficult issues around race and immigration being politicised. But polarising the debate over asylum seekers only silences legitimate concerns and fuels extremism, she says. Christians are called to a radically different approach
Opinion
The Christian faith of Arvo Pärt - the Estonian composer exiled for his faith
Arvo Pärt, the world’s most-played living composer, is 90 today. Derek Walker explores how his deep Christian faith shaped his globally celebrated compositions - and why his influence endures across cultures and generations
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Dr Micha Jazz (1954-2025): The Urban monk whose unusual insights on the scriptures blessed many
Dr Micha Jazz, the long-time Premier presenter and influential Christian voice has died after a battle with cancer. John Buckeridge remembers him
Opinion
What should Christians make of the Great Awokening?
Recent years have seen sudden adoptions of moral causes, often on contentious issues such as gender identity. Martin Charlesworth calls it The Great Awokening and says Christians should be wary of it
Opinion
Hate politics and dislike politicians? Here’s why you should pray for your government anyway
During the UK’s National Week of Prayer, Tim Farron MP makes the case for why Christians should be consistent in bringing our leaders before God – even if we don’t like them or their policies
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The biggest obstacle to world mission is being dismantled faster than ever
On World Literacy Day, James Poole from Wycliffe Bible Translators, explores how translation of the scriptures is speeding up and changing millions of lives for the better
The strangest miracle you’ve (probably) never heard of
Can an ordinary communion wafer miraculously transform into tissue from the heart of Jesus? As the world’s first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis, is canonised, Tony Wilson investigates one of the Eucharistic miracles that he so carefully catalogued before he died
Feeling stuck in your faith? You aren’t alone. Try this
Spiritual growth is a lifelong journey, says Joe Warton. But if you’re stuck in the doldrums, don’t panic. Here’s how to get going again
We've learned all we can from US megachurches. Let's be inspired by the Global Majority Church
The problem with Christianity in the UK is that we’re looking in the wrong direction, says Nick Page. It’s time to stop assuming our brothers and sisters across the pond have all the answers, and look to the example of Christians in the Majority World
The 14 best gospel songs ever
Ahead of the Premier Gospel awards at London’s O2, a variety of Christian leaders, artists and influencers from across the UK Church recommend the tunes that changed their lives
Ed Sheeran reminds me of Jesus. Here’s why
Martin Saunders looks at lessons from the life and work of an unlikely pop icon
The strangest miracle you’ve (probably) never heard of
Feeling stuck in your faith? You aren’t alone. Try this
We've learned all we can from US megachurches. Let's be inspired by the Global Majority Church
The 14 best gospel songs ever
Ed Sheeran reminds me of Jesus. Here’s why
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Cory Asbury on finding forgiveness after his viral video controversy
Can anything good come from offending someone on the internet? Yes, says singer songwriter Cory Asbury. And he should know
Christian women spend years praying and waiting for husbands who may never come. Is the Church to blame?
Many Black Christian women are praying for Christian husbands who, statistically speaking, will never arrive. And the Church is partly to blame. That’s the controversial idea at the heart of Alan Charles’ new play Why Didn’t I Get Married? Sam Hailes spoke to him to find out more
Kirk Franklin: ‘People have questioned my integrity. But my love for Jesus is paramount in everything I do’
He’s been scrutinised as intensely as he’s been celebrated but for Kirk Franklin, however painful, the criticism comes with the calling. The 20-time Grammy winner opens up about the toll of ministry, the traumas he’s still healing from and why his faith feels truer than ever
Dr Gwen Adshead: ‘Revenge is not an emotion we can afford’
Dr Gwen Adshead has spent more than three decades going into prisons and secure settings, including the infamous Broadmoor Hospital, working with people who have committed violent criminal offences. She talks to Tony Wilson about evil, justice and rehabilitation – and why revenge is not an emotion that humans can afford to indulge
Pat Barrett: The writer of ‘Good good Father’ on pride, platform and how he stays grounded
Don’t believe the hype. That’s what God told Pat Barrett just before his songs became global sensations. Ahead of his appearance at Big Church Festival, the worship artists tells Sam Hailes why he loves coming to England
Ballers in God founder John Bostock: ‘The pitch has been my pulpit’
From a glittering start as an England international to being without a contract, John Bostock’s footballing career has been one of immense highs and lows. The founder of Ballers in God shares how he’s not only kept his faith, but grown through all he has endured – and why he is more excited than ever about sharing Jesus in the world of elite sport
Have we forgotten the Christian roots of journalism?
In her bold and timely book, Dr Jenny Taylor explores how faith shaped the birth of modern news, and why reconnecting with those roots might be key to its survival
Keeping a Christian organisation Christian isn't easy. Can this book help?
Bill Simmons’ new book offers a simple yet thoughtful framework for keeping Christian organisations rooted in faith. But while its “Pause, Psalm, and Pray” model is commendable, it struggles to hold up as a standalone resource, says our reviewer
The book helping you to grow spiritually in your 50s and 60s
Christopher Ash’s latest book offers guidance, encouragement – and a few strong opinions – for navigating the “afternoon” of life with faith, wisdom and purpose
Not just the pastor’s wife. This book hits back at the devaluing of women in evangelical churches
Beth Allison Barr is reclaiming the role of the pastor’s wife. With honesty and hope, she invites the Church to think differently about women in leadership, says our reviewer
Fatherlessness is damaging our society. This helpful book is a must-read for church leaders
Fatherlessness is one of the most damaging yet overlooked issues of our time, says pastor and author John Woods. In Good Bad No Dad, he combines personal experience, biblical insight, and moving testimonies to show how the “father deficit” shapes lives and where true healing can be found.
The Materialists: A rom-com that reminds us God’s love is without measure
Celine Song’s latest film follows a successful New York matchmaker as she pairs people up by reducing them to numbers such as age, height and salary. But God doesn’t do this, says Giles Gough, and neither should Christians looking for love
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Could You Open Your Heart and Home to a Child in Need?
“Faith, for us, is about connection, sharing love, and showing up for others.” - Emma, Barnardo’s foster carer
Pastor Jerry Eze hosted 2025’s largest gathering of Christians in the UK. Here’s what happened
40,000 Christians gathered in London’s ExCeL for the annual New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations event. AJ Gomez reports
Explained: Who was Chris Brain and what was the Nine O’Clock Service?
Chris Brain, leader of the now-disgraced Nine O’Clock Service (NOS) has been convicted of multiple counts of indecent assault. It is the latest scandal to rock the CofE and once again poses questions around complaints that were ignored for years
The President of Kenya wants to build a new church. Why are Christians opposing it?
Some evangelical leaders in Kenya have backed President William Ruto’s plan to construct a new 8,000-seat chapel at the presidential residence. But other denominations have been highly critical. Daniel Sitole reports
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From suicide attempt to salvation
Imrhan was once part of rap duo Lotto Boyzz. Although outwardly successful, he was plagued by anxiety. His despair drove him towards suicide, until an unexpected phone call from his mum set him on a path of restoration
‘I was ready to end my life but God showed me the light’
After a lifetime of masking hurt with alcohol, Craig Paton hit rock bottom. On the brink of taking his own life, a moment of sunlight brought clarity and changed everything
From suicidal star to servant of Christ
Marc Mero reached the pinnacle of professional wrestling, all while secretly battling a drug addiction that was tearing his life apart. When the facade crumbled, he lost his will to live. But just as he was ready to end it all, an encounter with God changed everything
From drug addiction to freedom in Christ
Carly Peek’s world fell apart when a close relative took her own life. Aged 13, she tumbled into addiction before finally finding healing and wholeness in Christ nearly two decades later
‘God is using gospel music to draw Japanese people to himself’
The border-crossing power of gospel music has long been championed. Church planter Ken Taylor was amazed to find that the movie Sister Act has opened a door for the good news in Japan, an almost entirely non-Christian nation
‘I refuse to let stage four kidney disease stop me praising God’
When Candice McKenzie was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that affected her kidney function, she refused to slow down. Years on, the Premier Gospel presenter is sharing her testimony and continuing to bring joy to the airwaves
The music teacher: 'I pray for all my pupils'
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 on the frontline
‘We surveyed our community asking one simple question and our congregation doubled as a result!’
Rev Vinny Whitworth shares how a midweek ministry, born from a simple community survey, transformed the life and future of his small Bolton church
‘The Jesus Army nearly broke my faith – but Christ’s teachings still sustain me’
The Jesus Fellowship Church started as a small Christian commune but became one of the most abusive cults in Britain. Since closing in 2019, it has paid out more than £7.7m in compensation to abuse survivors and twelve members have been convicted of sexual offences. John Everett shares his story of how he was recruited into the Jesus Army, and what happened when he left
‘I’m a Ukrainian church leader. Amid the heartache of war, we’re baptising more people than ever’
The Russian invasion is still wreaking a heavy toll, and the need is great, says Ukrainian church leader David Karcha. He reports on how his church is seeing God move powerfully, even amid the chaos of war
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