All Christian living articles – Page 3
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Magazine FeaturesSecret believers: The disciple-making movement that’s sweeping the Middle East
You may have heard that Christianity is spreading like wildfire across the Middle East. But did you know that leaders in the persecuted Church are now training Western church leaders in evangelism? Phil Moore calls it a quiet revolution
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Regular ColumnistsThe life you long for is hidden in the life you have
Our new columnist the poet Joshua Luke Smith encourages you to return to your life
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Thank God it's MondayThe entrepreneur: 'We've had amazing answers to prayer'
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 on the frontline
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Magazine FeaturesWitchcraft is trending on TikTok. Here are 5 ways Christians can respond
Millions of young people are diving headfirst into exploring witchcraft, and their main portal is the social media app TikTok. Martin Saunders looks at what’s going on, and suggests how Christians can address this dangerous trend
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OpinionChurches don’t just save the NHS money, they save lives
Social action projects run by UK churches save the NHS around £8.4bn annually. But that’s not all they’re doing, says Sam Hawthorne
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OpinionLetting children identify as animals is wrong
Some Scottish schools are officially recognising species dysphoria and allowing students to identify as ‘furries’. Lizzie Harewood, CEO of the Association of Christian Teachers, says a compassionate ‘no’ to this contested ideology is the right response
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OpinionLabour’s plan to tax private schools isn't targeting Christians
Some Christian schools may struggle as a result of the government’s plans to scrap VAT exemption for private school fees. But that’s because they are small independent schools, not because they are faith-based, says deputy head Sam Brown
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Magazine FeaturesThe Brighton bomber nearly killed my father. But Daddy forgave him - and invited him to breakfast
Could you forgive the man who nearly killed your father? That’s the journey Lani Charlwood has been on. As this weekend marks 40 years since the Brighton bombing, she explains how forgiveness and reconciliation are possible, even in the most painful of circumstances
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OpinionAtheists won’t find God in a church, so we must meet them where they are
George Pitcher might be an Anglican Priest, but he reckons a church-centric faith is no longer fit for purpose.
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Opinion7 ways the Church can help tackle homelessness
On World Homeless Day, Jon Kuhrt gives some practical advice on how Christians should respond to the homelessness crisis in order to help rather than hinder
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TestimoniesJesus didn’t change my life once. He changes it every day
The Christian life is a series of conversions, says Michael Coren, as he shares his story of experiencing “the gentle but powerful touch of Jesus” over many years
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OpinionResponding to racism: 3 Black writers on being othered
This Black History Month, Rev Isaac Lawrence looks to the Bible and three famous Black figures for wisdom in creating a less divided world
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OpinionThe Good Samaritan didn’t offer lethal drugs to the dying. Neither should we
A proposal to legalise assisted dying will be debated by MPs this month. James Mildred says Christians have many powerful reasons to oppose a change in the law
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OpinionThis suicide pod is horrific. But it’s the logical result of our consumer society
Assisted suicide is the ultimate expression of individualism, says Tony Wilson. But we can’t control all aspects of our lives, and Christians have good reasons to surrender their wants and desires to God
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Real Life'Jesus is changing lives in Magaluf'
Hundreds of people heard the gospel preached on the beaches of Mallorca this summer. British student Charlie McCarthy was among the many volunteers who engaged in evangelism on the island, organised by Reach Mallorca. He explains what God did, and how engaging strangers in conversations about Jesus has grown his own faith
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Testimonies‘I pretended to be a Christian, but God transformed my life for real’
Kia Hadaeghi falsely sought asylum in the UK as a persecuted Christian – even though he was a Muslim. But an encounter with God changed his life. Now he’s on a mission to reach Iranians all over the world with the hope of Jesus
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Magazine FeaturesShort term mission trips have become controversial. Should Christians leave them behind?
Short-term mission has come under heavy criticism in recent years, with concerns ranging from white saviourism to doubts over motivations and priorities. But Heather Tomlinson discovers another side to the story
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Magazine FeaturesHow the British Isles were evangelised
With a surge in interest in spiritual formation, ancient paths and prayer rituals, Celtic Christianity is enjoying a moment. Richard Roberts shares the fascinating tale of the first missionaries to these shores
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Magazine Features10 creative ways to share your faith
If you’re struggling to share the good news with a friend or family member, here are some tips from the Agapé UK team
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Regular ColumnistsSacred or secular, whatever you do can bring glory to God
No job is entirely secular. And even those employed in Christian ministry should be engaging with the outside world, says Chine McDonald
