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The Quiet Revival was misjudged, but Gen Z’s openness wasn’t. Let’s turn their spirituality into gospel conversations

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When Darin Stevens’ friend told him she “prayed to the universe”, he was unsure how to respond. Many young people say they are as spiritual, but misunderstanding what they mean risks missing vital opportunities for gospel conversations. Here, he shares how to point young seekers toward Jesus

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Thank God the assisted suicide bill has fallen. Let's pray it won’t come back

2026-04-30T08:58:00+01:00By

Suicide has been legal in the UK since 1961 - but has the tide of public opinion turned on co-opting the health service into colluding with it? Following the fall of the Terminally Ill Adults Bill, Rev George Pitcher is praying that society learns to properly value the life-saving and life-enhancing role of our NHS 

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The BBC's Pilgrimage reminded me that place matters - it’s why Jesus came to earth

2026-04-29T15:53:00+01:00By

The physical places visited by the celebrities on BBC’s The Pilgrimage affected them profoundly. A trip to the birthplace of Mozart and the death camp of Dachau had a similar effect on Derek Hughes. We shouldn’t be surprised, he says. The Christian story turns on the claim that God did not send information but came to meet with us in real time and space

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The Pope and the Archbishop of Canterbury were right to call for peace. It’s their job

2026-04-29T15:41:00+01:00By

When Sarah Mullally reinforced the Pope’s message of peace, she risked the ire of Trump. But both leaders were right to call for an end to conflict, says Tony Wilson. It’s their job to speak as Jesus taught, even when it seems counter-cultural to our political leaders

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If the UK abandons free speech protections for Christians, the ‘special relationship’ will not hold

2026-04-29T14:01:00+01:00By

Britain and America have enjoyed a close alliance for centuries, with King Charles’ visit to the White House the latest expression of the much-discussed “special relationship”. But as attitudes to free speech diverge, particularly affecting Christians, Lois McLatchie Miller says this relationship may come under strain

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Jimmy Kimmel said MAGA was the opposite of Christianity. Here’s why he’s wrong

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Jimmy Kimmel’s recent comments on Michelle Obama’s podcast are symptomatic of a cultural holy war in which each side blames the other for society’s problems, says pastor Austin Fischer

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Was David Bowie a Christian?

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In the avalanche of books and museum exhibitions that are now pouring forth about the late rock music icon David Bowie a fascinating possibility is emerging. Could the Picasso of Pop have found God? Tony Cummings explores

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Hannah Spencer says parliament has a drink problem. So does the Church

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The Green party MP thinks Westminster has a problematic drinking culture. With more young people than ever abstaining from alcohol and older generations drinking more, Michael Tang says it’s not just politics. The unexpected generation gap in our churches might be affecting discipleship and turning Gen Z away from God

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Philippa Hanna: ‘If it wasn’t for the word of God, I would be in a very dark place’

2026-04-28T12:58:00+01:00By

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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Päivi Räsänen: ‘Don’t be afraid. God takes special care of you when you are persecuted’

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The Finnish MP has been found guilty under hate speech laws for publishing her Christian views on sexuality and marriage. Yet her joy – and determination to use every opportunity to share the gospel – has not been abated

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BBC Radio DJ Swarzy on gospel moments on air, costly obedience and living out loud for Jesus

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The BBC Radio 1Xtra DJ encountered God while shoplifting – and hasn’t stopped talking about Him since. She speaks to Emma Fowle about seizing gospel moments in secular spaces, the cost of standing by her convictions and why she refuses to tone down her love for Jesus

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Al Gordon on creativity, AI and why the next great move of God is already here

2026-03-23T09:28:00+00:00By

We’re living through the greatest technological revolution in human history – and it’s preparing the ground for a spiritual awakening. Al Gordon, leader of SAINT church in Hackney, tells Sam Hailes why the Church must rediscover its God-given creativity in the age of AI

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‘I was trapped under a 280kg quad bike when I heard God say: “You’re not going to die’’’

Following a near-fatal accident, Samantha Jackel had an out-of-body experience. She explains how the audible voice of God provided reassurance in her darkest moments

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The builder: ‘Seeing the Kingdom of God advanced through my work is profoundly rewarding’

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 from the frontline

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‘My doctor gave me three years to live. But I know who numbers my days’

When Andy Robinson was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer, he found peace where he expected fear. Today, he’s navigating the tension between praying for healing and preparing for heaven

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‘My father was arrested for pastoring a church in China. Please pray for his release’

Grace Jin Drexel’s father, Ezra Jin, pastored one of China’s largest independent churches before being arrested in a crackdown on religious freedom last year. She shares her story of growing up under persecution and explains why the Chinese Church continues to grow, despite government pressure

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Why our church built a bus stop for prayer

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On one busy inner city estate, a church decided that prayer should not be confined to the building, but integrated into the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Here’s what happened when they build a ‘prayer stop’ outside their church where no buses ever stop, but plenty of people do 

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‘God told me to step aside from worship music – and then led me to buy a castle in Scotland’

Andrew Mitchell walked away from worship ministry, only to discover that God had far bigger plans than he could have imagined

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From drug dealing to freedom in Christ

Paul Algeo began taking drugs as a teenager and for decades he made a career out of selling them. But his addiction ended in paranoia and a four-hour stand-off with the police, before God reached in and transformed his life

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‘TV, fame and success couldn’t satisfy me, but falling in love with God changed everything’

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Bargain Hunt and Antiques Roadshow star David Harper was sceptical of Christianity for most of his life. But after witnessing his daughter’s “miraculous” recovery from serious depression, he launched an eleventh-month investigation into the faith. The results astounded him

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Inside a Christian carehome – and why it surprised me

When a family crisis left Hazel Southam with no choice but to find a care home for her father, she was troubled by the poor standards. Here, she explores a Christian alternative and notes the difference faith can make in caring for society’s most vulnerable

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What have the tech billionaires ever done for us?

They’ve given us connection, convenience and endless information – but at a cost. Bezos, Musk and Zuckerberg are more powerful than most world leaders, says Martin Saunders, and Christians are wrong to view them as neutral figures. These tech titans have a special plan for your life…and it isn’t good

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Why Israel’s return changes how we read the Bible

The modern State of Israel divides Christians like few other issues. Some see divine providence, others mere geopolitics. But rather than choosing sides, what if Israel’s return is calling us to rediscover the Bible’s original storyline—one that’s always been about God’s Kingdom filling the earth, not just souls escaping it? Paul Parkhouse shares his perspective

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The ultimate betrayal: When my husband broke his vows, God remained faithful

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When Megan’s marriage collapsed amid revelations of serious sexual crime and infidelity, her world shattered. This is how she discovered that even in life’s darkest moments, God’s presence can still be found

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I’m a digital evangelist, and so are you. Here are 5 principles to help you share Jesus with the world

A recent survey from the Lausanne Movement found that 95% of Christian leaders agreed that digital technology will have a huge impact on fulfilling The Great Commission. But far fewer said the Church currently represents Jesus online in a way that feels “real and relevant”. Glen Scrivener explains how you can share the gospel in a way that really connects 

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Overdoses and tea: My 24 hours with the radical pastor caring for Britain’s forgotten streets

Needle exchanges, overdoses, rough sleepers and prayer. In Burnley, Pastor Mick Fleming runs a church unlike many others. AJ Gomez followed the addict turned pastor to witness what building a church for those on the margins really looks like