Chris Goswami
What can Christians learn from 2024?
Chris Goswami looks back at the news stories from 2024 that caught his attention, explores his highlights and takes a look at the year ahead
AI Jesus can only give you fast-food wisdom. I prefer the real thing
A hologram of Jesus claims to be able to impart wisdom to visitors at St Peter’s Chapel in Lucerne, Switzerland. Christians should be cautious about our creeping dependence on AI, says Chris Goswami
The Israel Dilemma: A one-sided film about biblical prophecy
God made an everlasting covenant with Israel and their turbulent history from King David to today, is all prophesied in the Old Testament. That’s according to this new Christian-made documentary The Israel Dilemma. Chris Goswami went to see it
The 3 women who challenged Jesus
When Jesus was confronted by the audacious faith of three females who risked everything to get what they needed from God, he responded in ways that shocked those around him. Chris Goswami unpacks the unexpected lessons we can learn from their bold encounters
3 words that have split the Church
What’s in a word? Time and again, Christians have divided over one single word, says Chris Goswami. Whether it’s a reference to the virgin birth, mentioning the Father and the Son in the creeds or how we talk about same-sex relationships today, is there a better way?
We have a new government. Here are 5 reflections for Christians to consider
Chris Goswami unpacks five fundamental truths that can guide followers of Jesus during times of change
Christians must worship Jesus not the Bible
Is the Bible the ultimate source of authority for Christians? Chris Goswami takes a look at how different denominations understand the role of scripture - and what we can agree on
Baptist Ministers still can’t enter same-sex marriages – I agree with the decision
As the Baptist Union votes to uphold its historic teaching and not permit ministers to enter into a same-sex marriage, two Baptist ministers discuss their differing views. Here, Chris Goswami explains why he believes marriage is between one man and one woman.
Practicing the Way - John Mark Comer
John Mark Comer’s latest book is a must-read, says our reviewer
Practicing the Way: A life changing guide to being a disciple of Jesus
When Covid-19 gripped the globe, John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry became a worldwide bestseller. Four years later, his next book offers a transformational approach to walking with Jesus, says Chris Goswami
2023 Unwrapped
In rounding up some of the biggest news stories of the year, Chris Goswami looks at the UK’s cultural changes, covid enquiry and coronation from a Christian perspective
The Church is taking on AI, here’s how
Following this week’s AI Global Summit, which is being hosted at Bletchley Park, Chris Goswami looks at how Christian leaders are responding to the threats and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence
Why US evangelicals are still saying ‘Amen’ to Trump
He may have been charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States, but Donald Trump continues to attract widespread support among white evangelicals. Chris Goswami explains why
The Bible App has transformed our engagement with scripture. Do we still need physical Bibles?
As the world’s most successful Bible app turns 15, Chris Goswami chats with YouVersion’s CEO to find out how the technology is changing our discipleship
This article won’t change your mind
Your mind is tricking you, making you blind to truth, explains Chris Goswami. But it is possible to think more clearly about God, theology and the Bible. Here's how
Christians can learn from Queen Camilla’s refusal to fight back
Once described as “the most hated woman in Britain”, Camilla Rosemary Shand is now Queen. Chris Goswami argues that there is much Christians can learn from her quiet resolve to turn the other cheek
Chat GPT: The biggest leap forward in AI is changing everything. Here’s what it means for your church
Are we ready for robot-generated sermons, prayers and worship songs? Chris Goswami investigates
4 tech trends that will impact your life and faith in 2023
Christians have nothing to fear and everything to gain from the latest tech, says Chris Goswami. He explores the four biggest trends and explains what they may mean for society and the Church in the year ahead
3 things churches get wrong at Christmas – and how to fix them
Christmas is a time of great celebration, says Chris Goswami. But we must be careful not to assume that everyone finds it easy, and that we’re giving a good invitation to a year-round, life-long relationship with Jesus
3 tips to help you read the Bible well
Chris Goswami introduces simple principles to ensure you read the Bible as it was meant to be read
'The heavens declare the glory of God' Why these stunning images point to a creator
The James Webb telescope is sending back unprecedented images, including of a planet beyond our solar system. It's hoped the $10bn project will shed light on the origins of the universe, and perhaps even the search for alien life. Chris Goswami speaks to Christian astronomers to find out how they're interpreting the images, and why they see no contradiction between science and their faith
Two Daughters: Faith and forgiveness in the face of unimaginable horror
New BBC documentary Two Daughters follows Mina Smallman, an Anglican Priest whose daughters were stabbed to death in a London park. How did she find the strength to forgive?
3 things to stop doing with the Bible
Are you guilty of any of these…?
After the flood: This film exposes how Christians used Noah’s drunken curse to defend slavery
Professor Robert Beckford’s new documentary looks at how the UK Church developed a whole theology in support of slavery from one verse in Genesis. What happened next and where we go from here is well worth an hour of your time, says Chris Goswami
Cryptomania explained: What Christians need to consider before investing in Bitcoin
Bitcoin is here to stay – but what exactly is it? How does it work? And should Christians invest?
How did a gifted Christian minister become an atheist? I met him to find out
Seth Walker went from the heights of evangelical passion and unquestioning trust in God to total loss of faith and attempted suicide. Chris Goswami says there are lessons from Seth's life that the Church needs to learn
A disturbing tale of how an evangelical vicar lost his faith
If you want a nice Christian book for your mother-in-law, look somewhere else. This is a disturbing read.
Technology can 'resurrect' your dead loved one. Would you talk to them?
Artificial Intelligence is already being used to mimic the dead. If you could chat online to a loved one who had died, would you?
Is online church fit for purpose?
If online church is going to be sustainable and fruitful, Christians have some serious questions to ask themselves, says Chris Goswami
2022 tech trends: what Christians need to know
From the growing influence of tech giants to our over-reliance on an always-on world wide web of entertainment, information and consumer options
Jesus wept. But his followers don’t
There are eleven different types of tears in the Bible. But today’s Christians often minimise the importance of lament. Do we need to think again?
The Bible doesn’t condemn assisted dying. But changing the law would still be wrong
Christians need compassion when debating assisted dying. But legalising it sets us on a slippery slope, says Chris Goswami
10 lessons Christians can learn from Covid-19
As remaining coronavirus rules end in England on 16 August, Chris Goswami looks back on some of the changes caused by the pandemic that we may wish to hold on to
Some Catholics want to exclude Joe Biden from receiving communion. Here’s why that would be a mistake
The US President could be denied communion in the Catholic church because of his liberal stance on abortion. The story raises important questions about which issues Christians should divide over, says Chris Goswami
The 5 most surprising lines in the Bible
What’s the most surprising line you’ve ever seen in the Bible?
YouTube is the new front line for religious debates. St Paul would have loved it
The modern-day Areopagus is increasingly providing Christians with spiritual content and is an ideal platform for evangelism and debate, says Chris Goswami
Joseph 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.
What's the most important thing that Christians should do?
There are hundreds of commands in the Bible – Chris Goswami unpacks five crucial instructions Christians are given, and challenges us to keep them all in balance
3 ways Christians can live well in 2021
The award-wining blogger, and church leader, Chris Goswami, shares his advice on managing your faith and work in the new normal of 2021
Volunteering and compassion soared during lockdown – but where is it now?
Chris Goswami unpacks the stats that show volunteering among non-faith groups was up considerably during lockdown. He asks: can Christians continue the momentum set by wider society and keep giving generously through this pandemic?
Christians will vote for Donald Trump this November. Here's why
It might appear contradictory, misguided or wrong to some Christians on this side of the Atlantic, but the majority of our brothers and sisters in the US will likely back President Trump again. Chris Goswami explains why
The biblical roots of lockdown
Chris Goswami explores the scriptural basis for a period of confinement and argues that, despite the frustrations we feel in lockdown, we can use this time as an opportunity to grow closer to God
4 unhelpful and inappropriate responses to racism
Racism in our society must be stamped out. But some of the actions by anti-racists have been misguided, argues Chris Goswami
Is it OK for my Christian beliefs to change?
Chris Goswami looks back at the thorny theological issues he's changed his mind on
Coronavirus and God's promises: 3 things Christians need to remember
It’s tempting to think that God will protect you from the worst tragedies in life. But that isn't what God has promised, says Chris Goswami. The promise is that God will hold on to you whatever life throws at you
Like it or not. Religion is good for us
Chris Goswami responds to the debate between Matt Dillahunty and Glen Scrivener on whether religious people are healthier, happier and more productive members of society.
Virtual baptisms, evangelism chatbots and sermon-less services: welcome to 2020
Chris Goswami highlights the ways in which technology is shaping Christianity in 2020 and beyond
The one biblical command we never talk about
Chris Goswami explains why he believes we need to recover the Christian tradition of hospitality
How to survive the election without losing your mind
Are you blindsided by Brexit? Perplexed by politics? Or just fed up with the same old promises and political slogans? Chris Goswami is on hand to help
Ben Stokes: Redemption, forgiveness and the God of second chances
After Ben Stokes' violent behaviour was caught on camera two years ago, many viewed him as a villain. But now, having led the English cricket team to victory at the weekend, it seems he's become a national hero. Chris Goswami asks, 'Is this what redemption looks like?'
Steve Chalke’s new book will upset church-goers but it's still worth reading
Steve Chalke's controversial new book The Lost Message of Paul is released today and argues that Christians have misunderstood the crux of the New Testament message. Chris Goswami reviews it
Chris Evans claims he's heard the audible voice of God. Should we believe him?
The radio and TV personality Chris Evans says God told him to start running. But is it really possible to hear the audible voice of God? Yes, says Chris Goswami. It happened to him too...
This Easter will you worship Jesus or Molech?
It's surprisingly difficult to answer the question: "How it is that Jesus dying on a cross opens up a relationship with God?" In fact, the Church has grappled with various atonement theories for centuries. Chris Goswami explains what the major issues are, and why it matters
Was Jesus a Muslim or a Christian?
Millions of people think Jesus was a Muslim and billions think he was a Christian. Chris Goswami explains why both are wrong
What we can learn from the 5 best, worst and most surprising voices of 2018
With so many voices competing for our attention over the past 12 months, Chris Goswami summarises what we've heard and makes suggestions on who we should be listening to
You are being watched...by the idol of our time
It knows our thoughts, it notices when we rise and when we sleep and it knows us better than we know ourselves. Chris Goswami explains
Is deliverance ministry biblical or bonkers?
Chris Goswami interviews Jayne Irlam on sacred salt, holy water, and things that go bump in the night
What would it take to convince you that Christianity is false?
In a live debate for the Unbelievable? show, international Christian speaker Sean McDowell and atheist blogger Hemant Mehta question what it would take for the other to change his position on faith
The gospel according to Google
Their motto used to be “Don’t be evil”. But as The Big G celebrates its 20th birthday, questions are being raised about the tech giant’s growing influence
Boris and the Burka: Why it's dangerous to be offended on behalf of others
Chris Goswami blogs on bank robbers, burkas and Boris
Would you recognise Jesus if you saw him this Easter?
Chris Goswami considers the response of those who failed to see Jesus once he had risen again, challenging us to remember to look for Jesus in the everyday
5 things I wish I’d been told when I became a Christian
Chris Goswami reflects on lessons learned
What would Jesus say to Trump, May, Zuckerberg, Sturridge and Prince Charles?
Chris Goswami considers what Jesus might say to some of the world's most famous figures
Secularism, spirituality and sexual harassment: 3 lessons to take from 2017
Christians are the new heretics, but the search for spirituality has never been greater, says Chris Goswami as he reviews the year
Of course people don't want 'religion'. The church can give them something much better
Chris Goswami responds to the latest survey which revealed more people than ever are ticking the 'no religion' box, and only 15 per cent of people in Britain now describe themselves as Anglican.
3 keys to enjoying a Sabbath rest
How should Christians think about and enjoy the Sabbath? Chris Goswami shares some tips
Tim Farron's resignation proves Christians are the new heretics
Chris Goswami says this is a watershed moment
Jesus was political...but how would he vote?
Chris Goswami looks at the overriding issues for Christians this general election
Another election? We're losing the plot
We're less than a week on from Easter, but already Christians are in danger of forgetting what truly matters says Chris Goswami
The 7 most important words in your Christian marriage
Chris Goswami introduces some game-changing phrases to use in your marriage
6 lessons that 2016 has taught me
Chris Goswami presents six things Christians should reflect on as this year draws to a close
Why I don't have enough faith to be an atheist
Is atheism fundamentally flawed? Chris Goswami investigates
3 ways to cheat death
Following the news that a 14-year-old girl has been allowed to have her body cryogenically frozen in the hope that scientific progress will allow her to be resurrected in the future, Chris Goswami looks at three ways you could try to cheat death
Why we need to let Trump have a fresh start
While we can't ignore what Trump did in the past, it's time to move on and allow him to lead in a better way, says Chris Goswami
3 ideas that changed my Christian faith forever
Chris Goswami shares three life-changing ideas which have helped him grow in faith
Why your midlife crisis could really be a chrysalis
Is God calling you to something new? Chris Goswami blogs on how to overcome your midlife crisis
How to put Britain back together
Premier Christianity magazine is bringing you a variety of Christian views in response to the EU referendum (click here for other blogs).
3 lessons we should learn from the life of Jo Cox MP
Chris Goswami explains how Jo Cox's 'unstoppable spirit' should inspire each one of us
Confessions of a church tech guy
Chris Goswami explains what goes through his mind when the church laptop dies 6 minutes before the Sunday morning service.
What I've learned from ministering on the biggest council estate in Europe
Chris Goswami reflects on his experience working in Wythenshawe, Manchester.
Why consumer culture could be killing your faith
As consumers, we're told we have the right to tailor everything to our own needs. But Chris Goswami says Christians should care more about serving others than serving themselves
Dear Western democracies, please bomb Syria. Lots of love, ISIS
As Parliament votes on whether or not to bomb Syria, church leader Chris Goswami wonders what Jesus would do
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