Todd White is wrong. Medicine is not witchcraft
Dr Ron Kenoly (1944-2026): A father of the global worship community
The era of aggressive atheism is over. Can someone please tell the apologists?
What’s wrong with Christian nationalism?
‘We saw 903 people saved at our church last year. I believe it’s only the beginning’
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The era of aggressive atheism is over. Can someone please tell the apologists?
Common objections to Christianity are undergoing a dramatic transformation. Today’s seekers are less bothered by science or suffering and far more interested in whether faith can be trusted with their lives. A new approach is needed, says Rio Summers. The old apologetic playbook is starting to feel out of date
Opinion
To succeed as leaders, Starmer and Mullally need integrity
Whether in the Church or in politics, trust is earned and every structure is only as strong as it’s weakest link, says Rev George Pitcher
Opinion
Todd White is wrong. Medicine is not witchcraft
The prominent American evangelist Todd White has falsely claimed modern medicine is a form of witchcraft. Dr Kalpana Dein says White’s view isn’t just anti-biblical and misleading, but potentially deadly
Opinion
God created borders - but he intended them for good
Christians must not seek to destroy what God ordained, says Rev Jamie Sewell. Nations and borders are scriptural ideas, intended to create places of safety where Christlikeness could flourish
Opinion
Dr Ron Kenoly (1944-2026): A father of the global worship community
Worship leader and singer-songwriter, Dr Ron Kenoly, has died aged 81. Known best for songs such as ‘Ancient of days’ and ‘Jesus is alive’, Noel Robinson pays tribute to a man who led by example and united God’s people in worship wherever he went
Opinion
Nicki Minaj’s public faith shows secular Hollywood is losing its grip
The backlash against Nicki Minaj shows that speaking out about your Christian faith is still a no-no in Hollywood, says Lois McLatchie-Miller. But record sales and public support show that ordinary people agree with her stance on religious persecution and traditional Christian ethics
Opinion
The Church must learn from the sins of Shawn Bolz. Here are 3 ways to prevent future scandals
The allegations against Shawn Bolz – from fake prophecies to sexual misconduct – are serious. But rather than simply mourning these apparent failures, the Church must learn three vital lessons, says Joe Warton
Opinion
Why I doubt surveys suggesting a quiet revival among young adults in Britain
We may be seeing anecdotal evidence of some growing, lively churches, says Dr Conrad Hackett. But that doesn’t mean the data shows an increase in church attendance or people identifying as Christian. As a demographer, he explains why the survey methodology is as important as its findings
What’s wrong with Christian nationalism?
As thousands take to the streets and Christian imagery is fused with nationalist politics, many are asking whether this represents a legitimate expression of the gospel or a dangerous political theology. The Evangelical Alliance’s Danny Webster explores the issues
Should Christians still read Philip Yancey’s books?
News that the bestselling author of What’s so Amazing About Grace? had committed adultery against his wife for eight years sent shockwaves through the Christian community. Does Philip Yancey’s moral failure render his work untouchable, and how might the grace he so famously wrote about be extended to his own situation?
A lot of evangelical marriage advice is wrong. Here’s the evidence
A lot of popular evangelical teaching actually leads to worse sex and less happy marriages, argues Sheila Wray Gregoire. Here’s the Christian marriage advice you really need
Harry Benson: ‘Nearly half of kids are not living with both parents. I think that’s horrendous’
With family breakdown at a record high, marriage researcher Harry Benson argues that the real crisis isn’t divorce, but the quiet erosion of commitment before it begins
‘I loved my church – until infertility made it unbearable’
Two miscarriages and years of infertility left Debbie Newson traumatised – and church, once her spiritual home, became the place she most needed to avoid. She explains what went wrong, and why understanding the effects of trauma can go a long way
When rock meets Orthodoxy
An ancient Christian tradition is making surprising inroads into the world of alternative rock. From Lacey Sturm’s alt-metal to HolyName’s metalcore, musicians are finding depth, discipline and meaning in Eastern Orthodoxy. Mike Starkey explains what’s behind the trend
What’s wrong with Christian nationalism?
Should Christians still read Philip Yancey’s books?
A lot of evangelical marriage advice is wrong. Here’s the evidence
Harry Benson: ‘Nearly half of kids are not living with both parents. I think that’s horrendous’
‘I loved my church – until infertility made it unbearable’
When rock meets Orthodoxy
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Philip Anthony Mitchell: ‘America has too much preaching about love and not enough about judgement’
The leader of one of the fastest-growing churches in the USA wears all black as a representation of his daily death to self. On a recent visit to London he opened up about his calling to confront lukewarm Christianity, which he warns is keeping people comfortable in sin
Harry Benson: ‘Nearly half of kids are not living with both parents. I think that’s horrendous’
With family breakdown at a record high, marriage researcher Harry Benson argues that the real crisis isn’t divorce, but the quiet erosion of commitment before it begins
Strahan Coleman on chronic illness, mystery and meeting God in the dark
Musician Strahan Coleman was touring the world and seeing God do amazing miracles when daily panic attacks unexpectedly struck and he was left bedridden at home for two years. He talks to Emma Fowle about learning to trust God in the midst of suffering, overcoming church hurt and why his charismatic encounters with God have started to look more contemplative
Heidi Baker on miracles, healing and loving people who want to kill you
Miraculous reports of healing and revival surround the globally renowned missionary, Heidi Baker. But she has also spent years living under the shadow of extreme persecution in northern Mozambique. Here, she explains how God confronted her with the call to love Islamist terrorists even as she was facing an active threat of kidnap
Multimillionare banker John Studzinski: ‘The more money I make, the more I can give away’
He’s on first-name terms with popes and prime ministers and has given much of his wealth away. But Catholic philanthropist John Studzinski believes generosity isn’t just about money – time and talent matter just as much as treasure.
Danny Kruger MP: ‘A society aligned with the teachings of Jesus would be a happier one’
In September, Conservative MP Danny Kruger became the latest high profile Tory to defect to Reform UK. Here, he speaks with fellow Christian and MP, Tim Farron, about what the decision cost him and why he feels compelled to champion Christian values
Wicked for Lent? Gravity Defied explores faith through film
A new Lent course uses Wicked to explore discrimination, scapegoating and complicity, while continually drawing readers back to Jesus’ ministry and sacrifice, says our reviewer
Can science prove God exists? This bestseller makes the case
Michel-Yves Bolloré and Olivier Bonnassies’ bestseller argues that belief in God is not blind faith but a rational conclusion. Endorsed by Nobel Prize winners and Oxford professors, this ambitious work uses cosmology, physics and philosophy to challenge materialism. But can science truly prove God’s existence?
Vaughan Roberts is offering compassionate biblical wisdom on sexuality
Vaughan Roberts’ new book is a thoughtful, compassionate exploration of sexuality and the gospel, says our reviewer
Looking for a Lent devotional that goes deeper? Try this
Lavinia Byrne offers a challenging Lenten companion that refuses easy answers. Connecting biblical figures such as Abraham and Jonah to contemporary events including the Gaza conflict and Grenfell tragedy, A Place of Belonging pushes readers beyond comfort zones into deeper encounters with God and scripture, says our reviewer
Hamnet’s honest portrayal of grief is a challenge to the Church
Maggie O’Farrell’s fictional tale of the death of William Shakespeare’s son has won rave reviews and eight Oscar nominations. Its heart-wrenching portrayal of death and loss should serve as a reminder to Christians not to offer glib answers or gloss over the hard parts of life, says Sophie Sanders
This sane person’s guide to taking back the Bible from fundamentalists will make you laugh
Separation of Church and Hate is a merciless take down of right-wing readings of the Bible, says our reviewer
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Is Soul Survivor Watford being unfairly rewarded after the Pilavachi scandal?
Two years after founder Mike Pilavachi was exposed for abuse and bullying, Soul Survivor Watford has been given a prominent role in the Diocese of St Albans’ renewal strategy. Is it inappropriate to ‘reward’ the church in this way? Tim Wyatt takes a closer look at the story
How the NFL is becoming a platform for the gospel
The presence of Christianity in America’s National Football League (NFL) appears to be intensifying. AJ Gomez reports
Should Christians still read Philip Yancey’s books?
News that the bestselling author of What’s so Amazing About Grace? had committed adultery against his wife for eight years sent shockwaves through the Christian community. Does Philip Yancey’s moral failure render his work untouchable, and how might the grace he so famously wrote about be extended to his own situation?
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‘I hated everything about religion - but then God called me home’
After reaching the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and landing a record deal, Eddie Brett was flying high. But when success fell away, seeking peace led him right back to Jesus
‘My life was changed in 3 minutes’ From evil criminal to God-fearing believer
Once an international drug smuggler fighting a murder charge, Paul Huggins walked into Lewes Crown Court expecting a lengthy sentence – but walked out with a miracle that changed everything
‘I was a Jehovah’s Witness drowning in debt at Christmas. When CAP told me about Jesus everything changed’
When Christians Against Poverty (CAP) arrived to help Jade, who was struggling to afford Christmas, they did more than ease her finances. They introduced her to the love of Christ
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‘We saw 903 people saved at our church last year. I believe it’s only the beginning’
Just because it’s quiet, doesn’t mean it’s not revival. Now is the time for churches to disciple well, pray harder and believe God for more. Because he’s only just getting started, says Luke Hancorn
‘I loved my church – until infertility made it unbearable’
Two miscarriages and years of infertility left Debbie Newson traumatised – and church, once her spiritual home, became the place she most needed to avoid. She explains what went wrong, and why understanding the effects of trauma can go a long way
‘I refused to call a male paedophile ‘she’ and the NHS suspended me’
After refusing to use female pronouns to address a male paedophile who racially abused and threatened her on duty, Christian nurse Jennifer Melle was suspended by the NHS and made to face months of investigation and uncertainty. Having finally been cleared and reinstated this week, she shares her story in full
‘I turned my theology PhD into trading cards’
Michael Tang thought he was headed for a career as an academic. Instead, God called him to communicate Christian wisdom through an entirely different means. He urges Christians not to be frightened of thinking outside the box in order to make theology great again
‘Christian men pay for sex, too. I help them stop’
Around one in ten Christian men have paid for sex. Ben Scott explains how a free, non-judgemental path to recovery is helping to reduce sexual exploitation
‘Our family experienced tragedy at Christmas. But the light of Jesus can never be extinguished’
When Catherine Campbell’s brother died on Christmas Eve, a black cloud of grief instantly blanketed her home. But in the struggle, she nevertheless found that Christmas joy can always be found in Jesus
Tech billionaires are racing to build an ‘AI God’. The results could be catastrophic
As tech giants race to develop artificial super-intelligence, Chris Goswami directs attention to the warnings that building an ‘AI God’ that could pose an existential threat to humanity
What’s wrong with Christian nationalism?
As thousands take to the streets and Christian imagery is fused with nationalist politics, many are asking whether this represents a legitimate expression of the gospel or a dangerous political theology. The Evangelical Alliance’s Danny Webster explores the issues
What Stranger Things gets right (and wrong) about spiritual warfare
Stranger Things is devoid of God but heavy on the supernatural, unseen realms and the battle between light and darkness. Martin Saunders reflects on how Christians can best join the conversation about Netflix’s most watched show
A lot of evangelical marriage advice is wrong. Here’s the evidence
A lot of popular evangelical teaching actually leads to worse sex and less happy marriages, argues Sheila Wray Gregoire. Here’s the Christian marriage advice you really need
How to preach sermons for every day life
Preaching has a unique power to shape how Christians live beyond Sunday. Joe Warton explores how your message can move from inspiration to formation, equipping ordinary people in your congregation to follow Jesus in the everyday realities of picking up their grandkids from school, watching TV or playing canoe polo
1 in 4 Christians have experienced domestic abuse. Here’s what churches can do
We can’t assume that domestic abuse doesn’t happen in our churches, says Bekah Legg. Here’s how Christians can develop a better theology to deal with it
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