All Christian living articles – Page 25
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OpinionJoseph of Arimathea: The Secret Disciple
Dig beneath the surface of the Easter story and you will find some intriguing characters, says Chris Goswami. But just because they’re not given centre stage doesn’t mean we should pass them by. If we do, we miss a great story and some powerful life lessons.
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Magazine FeaturesThe emotional cost of lockdown
‘If we pull together everything will be OK.’ That was the message politicians gave us when the pandemic began. But, more than a year on, serious questions are being asked about the cost of lockdowns. Claire Musters takes a closer look at how months of isolation have affected us all
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Magazine FeaturesInvisible kingdom: What happened when an agnostic journalist met an evangelical pastor
The open, but agnostic journalist Duncan Evans meets evangelical Middle Eastern pastor Nabil Zakhary A storm hangs over the city as the train pulls out from Redfern Station. Sydney’s Inner West rolls by, a damp and dense collection of workers’ cottages, terraced houses, apartment blocks and corner ...
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Magazine FeaturesThe top 5 apps to help you pray
With many churches still closed, now is the ideal time to explore the technology designed to help you draw closer to God
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Magazine FeaturesHow to have hope in the face of coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has led to an exponential rise in mental health conditions triggered by all-pervading death anxiety. Prof John Wyatt says Christians must daily rekindle biblical hope as an antidote to fear-driven government policies
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Magazine Features6 ways to build a better world after lockdown
The coronavirus crisis has revealed just how injured God’s earth is, but this pandemic has also given us a rare opportunity to ask big questions. Could a dramatic societal shift be on the horizon? Dr Ruth Valerio thinks so
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Magazine FeaturesDealing with disappointment: When life doesn’t turn out as you expect
From facing infertility to dealing with a breakdown, five Christians share the hope they have in Jesus
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Magazine FeaturesCoronavirus: 7 inspiring stories of Christians making a difference
Our head of news Marcus Jones reports on how Christians are serving their local communities
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Magazine FeaturesAn audience of one: RT Kendall on how to live for God's approval
RT Kendall explains why God’s opinion is the only one that matter
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Magazine Features2020: The Year of Evangelism
High-profile preachers and pastors are joining forces with evangelistic organisations to galvanise Christians to share their faith. Could this be a breakthrough year?
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Magazine FeaturesDying well: How to face death with faith and not fear
Retired intensive care doctor Professor John Wyatt shares his unique perspective on what it means to die well
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Magazine FeaturesWhy we should ban Bible study
Interacting with the Bible should be a rewarding and transformational experience, argues Nick Page
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Magazine Features5 stories of miraculous provision
From money turning up in bank accounts out of the blue to the family of God responding to each other’s financial needs, here are five incredible testimonies.
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Magazine Features7 ways to stop sinning
Nick Page explains why he believes these insights from psychology can help us live less sinful lives
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Magazine FeaturesDo you want more FROM God or more OF God?
The difference between wanting more from God and wanting more of God is subtle but vitally important, says RT Kendall
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Magazine FeaturesRemember who you are
Scripture is a weapon we should use offensively to cut down the negative thoughts we repeat to ourselves, says Claire Musters
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Opinion'Everything happens for a reason' and 7 other things you must never say to those who are suffering
Kate Bowler was unexpectedly diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at age 35. In this extract from her critically acclaimed book Everything happens for a reason and other lies I've loved (SPCK), she lists some of the most unhelpful phrases she's since heard
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TestimoniesFrom fear and worry to being held by God
Amy Butterworth was content with life, and from the outside seemed to have it all. But a seemingly trivial decision to attend a carol service last Christmas changed her life forever
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Magazine FeaturesHow does faith survive the death of your 11-year-old son?
Martin and Rachel Riddall share their view of the valley of the shadow of death
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Magazine FeaturesRT Kendall: How to be popular in heaven and famous in hell
The popular author and speaker explains why every Christian should seek notoriety among angels and demons
