Rowan Williams thinks church bureaucracy is demonic. I disagree
Was the Quiet Revival fake news?
This Christian historian believes we’re living in the ‘Age of Hitler’. Is he right?
The ultimate betrayal: When my husband broke his vows, God remained faithful
I’m a digital evangelist, and so are you. Here are 5 principles to help you share Jesus with the world
‘My doctor gave me three years to live. But I know who numbers my days’
Students attending 8am chapel services? At this Oxford college, it’s not strange
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Opinion
The BBC's Pilgrimage reminded me that place matters - it’s why Jesus came to earth
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
Opinion
The Pope and the Archbishop of Canterbury were right to call for peace. It’s their job
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
Opinion
If the UK abandons free speech protections for Christians, the ‘special relationship’ will not hold
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
Opinion
Jimmy Kimmel said MAGA was the opposite of Christianity. Here’s why he’s wrong
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
Opinion
Was David Bowie a Christian?
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
Opinion
Hannah Spencer says parliament has a drink problem. So does the Church
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
Opinion
Hunger 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
Opinion
Rowan Williams thinks church bureaucracy is demonic. I disagree
The former Archbishop of Canterbury is no fan of managerialism, but it can be necessary and effective to help church leaders focus on evangelism and growth, says Rev Dr Ian Paul. When it doesn’t, it must be ruthlessly cut out - starting right at the top
The Premier League revival: Why footballers can't stop talking about Jesus
Jesus is being openly talked about in the heart of the world’s biggest football league. For Christians looking to share their faith, this cultural moment could be an open goal, says Martin Saunders
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
The ultimate betrayal: When my husband broke his vows, God remained faithful
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
From ‘Oh Happy Day’ to ‘The Blessing’: The history of modern worship in 10 songs
Veteran record producer and friend to countless worship leaders, Les Moir shares the stories behind the songs which have shaped the faith of millions
The battle for the parish: Inside the Church of England’s civil war
As evangelicals in the Church of England push for new churches to be planted while traditionalists rally to “save the parish”, the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury will need to grapple with questions of place, power and what it really means to be a local church in 21st-century England. Tim Wyatt reports
How to make reading books part of your discipleship to Jesus
As the UK launches the National Year of Reading, Sydney Tooth explores how reading books can help Christians to grow in empathy, discipline and virtue
The Premier League revival: Why footballers can't stop talking about Jesus
Overdoses and tea: My 24 hours with the radical pastor caring for Britain’s forgotten streets
The ultimate betrayal: When my husband broke his vows, God remained faithful
From ‘Oh Happy Day’ to ‘The Blessing’: The history of modern worship in 10 songs
The battle for the parish: Inside the Church of England’s civil war
How to make reading books part of your discipleship to Jesus
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Philippa 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
Päivi Räsänen: ‘Don’t be afraid. God takes special care of you when you are persecuted’
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
BBC Radio DJ Swarzy on gospel moments on air, costly obedience and living out loud for Jesus
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
Al Gordon on creativity, AI and why the next great move of God is already here
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
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
‘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
‘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
Why our church built a bus stop for prayer
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
‘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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Was the Quiet Revival fake news?
Bible Society’s groundbreaking Quiet Revival report has been withdrawn after YouGov admitted data collection errors. Emma Fowle explores what happened and the implications for those who were encouraged by its findings
Who is Pete Hegseth and what does he believe?
The controversial US Secretary of Defence has been criticised for using the Bible to justify violent attacks on Iran. But what do we know about Pete Hegseth and his Christian faith?
How should Christians respond to the war in Iran?
As US commanders reportedly invoke Armageddon to justify war with Iran, AJ Gomez reports on how Christian leaders are debating the meaning of biblical prophecy
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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
‘TV, fame and success couldn’t satisfy me, but falling in love with God changed everything’
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
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
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
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
The ultimate betrayal: When my husband broke his vows, God remained faithful
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
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
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
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