• March for Jesus once swept the world. Now it’s returning to London

  • Antisemitism has been declared a ‘national emergency’. Here are 5 ways Christians should respond

  • Sam Allberry’s sin doesn’t discount his teaching on same-sex relationships

  • Smacking: How a generation of Christians changed their mind

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

  • Inside a Christian carehome – and why it surprised me

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Antisemitism has been declared a ‘national emergency’. Here are 5 ways Christians should respond

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A wave of antisemitic violence in Britain, including the stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green and arson attacks on Jewish ambulances and synagogues, has led Kemi Badenoch to describe the situation as a “national emergency”. Here, David Hoffbrand explains how Christians can take immediate action to stand with Jewish people living in fear

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Why cancelling Sam Allberry is unbiblical

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The Church is right to hold leaders accountable for moral failure. But the rush to erase Sam Allberry’s past writings reflects a view of sin and grace that sits uneasily with scripture itself, argues Rev Peter Crumpler. The Bible is full of flawed people through whom God still chose to work, he says

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Sam Allberry’s sin doesn’t discount his teaching on same-sex relationships

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The resignation of church leader Sam Allberry over “an inappropriate relationship with another man” has sent shockwaves through the Christian community. Known for his teaching on same-sex and celibacy, the revelation has caused some to criticise his theology and remove his content. Rev Peter Ould says that is a mistake

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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March for Jesus once swept the world. Now it’s returning to London

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A quarter of a century after March for Jesus last filled central London with worshippers, the movement is being revived for a new generation. Organiser Henry George tells us the Jesus March is not political protest, but a hopeful public expression of faith at a moment when many believe spiritual openness is returning to Britain

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

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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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‘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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8 top Christian summer festivals - recommended by the Premier team

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From multi-day worship sets to small-scale gatherings on farms, the Premier team share some of their favourite places to gather in God’s presence

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From 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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Smacking: How a generation of Christians changed their mind

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AJ Gomez investigates why today’s parents are sparing the rod in favour of gentler forms of correction 

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What’s it really like to run a Christian festival?

It’s right to give thanks for the miraculous moments. But behind the scenes of every Christian event is an army of people toiling practically and in prayer to make it happen. Limitless Festival’s Tim Alford pulls back the curtain 

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Adoptive families are quietly struggling. Here’s how to ensure your church isn't part of the problem

Churches often encourage adoption, but rarely understand what it really involves. Reflecting on a recent Sunday morning, Lisa Mainwaring highlights how some well-meaning language can be harmful to adoptive families and what they truly need from their church communities

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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