Preston Sprinkle: ‘Why I changed my mind about women in leadership’
I’m pledging £92m to keep church roofs watertight and doors wide open
Could Christ return in the 2040s?
Are young men rejecting seeker-sensitive Christainity?
Clarkson’s Farm isn’t just great TV. It’s an unexpected parable of repentance
The Married at First Sight rape allegations are heartbreaking. We are a long way from God’s plan
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Opinion
Christians in Congo are caught between terrorism and Ebola. They need our prayers
As Islamist groups continue to target thousands of Christians in eastern Congo, violence, displacement and disease are combining to create a devastating humanitarian crisis. Open Doors’ Ben Cohen speaks to some living through the chaos
Opinion
Preston Sprinkle: ‘Why I changed my mind about women in leadership’
Raised in a church that believed women could not lead, author Preston Sprinkle decided to take a deep dive into scripture. There, he discovered strong, faithful women of radical courage, and concluded that the arguments for complementarianism just didn’t hold true
Opinion
I’m pledging £92m to keep church roofs watertight and doors wide open
Across the country, churches of all shapes and sizes are providing vital community services, says Baroness Twycross. But for many, the financial burden of maintaining their buildings is creating a crisis. She hopes that the government’s new Places of Worship Renewal Fund will help ease the pressure
Opinion
Hannah Harper just won American idol with a worship song. It’s inspiring me to share Jesus more openly
The latest season of American Idol had no less than five Christian contestants - and the three finalists all sang worship songs on national TV. Sophie Sanders asks whether the same could ever happen on British TV, and what Christians can learn from the boldness of their US cousins
Opinion
The Married at First Sight rape allegations are heartbreaking. We are a long way from God’s plan
A BBC investigation has uncovered allegations that two women were raped during filming of the reality TV show, Married at First Sight: UK. Giles Gough asks whether the format is at fault, or if wider societal attitudes towards sex and relationships need to change
Opinion
Nicky Gumbel is not woke or a communist. The fight for equality is biblical
The Alpha course pioneer and former leader of HTB has been accused of promoting communism and unbiblical ideas after he called Spirit-filled Christians to fight inequality. Tommy Sharpe says he’s shocked at the comments. Confronting injustice is a deeply biblical mandate, he says
Opinion
Downing Street has become a revolving door. Let’s pray for political stability
Will Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership? Our ‘stick or twist’ approach to political leadership is making people anxious, says Tim Farron MP, but God institutes government to provide order and justice
Opinion
5 ways Christians can tackle the rise in racism at work
From being passed over for promotion to an increase in physical violence, racism in Britain’s workplaces is getting worse, according to a report from the TUC. So what can Christians do? Christine Jeske suggests five practical steps you can take to be salt and light at work
Clarkson’s Farm isn’t just great TV. It’s an unexpected parable of repentance
Beneath Jeremy Clarkson’s profanity and tractor mishaps lies a surprisingly moving story, says Martin Saunders. He explains why he’s among the millions who have fallen in love with life on Diddly Squat Farm
Are young men rejecting seeker-sensitive Christainity?
Pioneers of the seeker-sensitive movement have long argued churches must make their services more accessible to win the next generation. But as growing numbers of young men are drawn towards expressions of faith built around discipline, reverence and sacrifice, AJ Gomez asks: Is it time to switch off the smoke machines?
‘Choosing a homeless retirement means we can serve Christian missions around the world’
From a ranch in Texas to a flat in the shadow of Mount Everest, Daniel and Jeanie Ough have house sat in 52 different locations across five continents over the last 14 years. Not owning or renting a home has enabled them to serve God on the mission field long into retirement, they say
5 churches using their gardens for the gospel
Hazel Southam explores how outdoor spaces are being transformed by congregations across the UK in order to build bridges that reach out to the local community and point upwards towards God
Want to grow spiritually? You need other Christians around you
If you want to be more like Jesus, you can’t do it alone, says Joe Warton. Discipleship happens when we help one another, and allow others to help us in return
Clarkson’s Farm isn’t just great TV. It’s an unexpected parable of repentance
Are young men rejecting seeker-sensitive Christainity?
‘Choosing a homeless retirement means we can serve Christian missions around the world’
5 churches using their gardens for the gospel
Want to grow spiritually? You need other Christians around you
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John Lennox: The world's foremost Christian apologist on the story he almost never told
He’s one of the greatest apologists of our time – best known for taking on the New Atheist movement with grace and panache. Now, John Lennox has written his astonishing life story and it is packed full of never-before-told stories
Laura Anderson: ‘The climate movement really needs to hear the Christian message’
The Christian climate activist known as @LessWasteLaura has garnered more than 100,000 followers on social media. Caring for creation is not a side project for the Church, but a central gospel issue, she says
‘You can’t have Christian values without Christ’ Pastor Tony Uddin on Christian nationalism and loving your enemies
As rival protests expose deep tensions in London, East London pastor Tony Uddin warns that fear, identity politics and division are being exploited by both left and right. The Church must model a radically different way, he says
Samuel Leeds: Meet the controversial Christian property developer pledging to save Britain’s churches
When Samuel Leeds announced plans to buy vacant church buildings and rent them to congregations for free, many Christians applauded the vision. But his growing prominence has also led to increased scrutiny, with some accusing him of profiting from vulnerable people and running a fraudulent “get rich quick” scheme – allegations he strongly contests. Is he a generous visionary or a dangerous guru? AJ Gomez meets him
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‘I didn’t have a dad – now I am calling my church to father the fatherless’
Rev Fernando Carrillo has a vision to see families restored, chains of addiction broken and young men raised to be godly role models and good fathers. It’s everything that his own life was missing
The mediator: ‘I pray to bring the peace of Christ into every session’
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
‘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
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
‘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
‘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
Lib Dems admit religious discrimination in Campanale case. Is the party still safe for Christians?
After a four year legal battle, the Liberal Democrat party have admitted religious discrimination against David Campanale, who was deselected as parliamentary candidate for Sutton and Cheam in 2023. The Christian journalist says he was targeted because of his beliefs on abortion and assisted suicide. Tim Wyatt explores the issues
Was the Quiet Revival fake news?
Bible Society’s groundbreaking Quiet Revival report has been withdrawn after YouGov admitted data collection errors. Emma Fowle explores what happened and the implications for those who were encouraged by its findings
Who is Pete Hegseth and what does he believe?
The controversial US Secretary of Defence has been criticised for using the Bible to justify violent attacks on Iran. But what do we know about Pete Hegseth and his Christian faith?
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‘My childhood was full of violence and rejection. But God healed my broken heart’
After a life shaped by abuse, church hurt and racism, a supernatural encounter showed Colin Mason that God was not the cause of his pain, but the One who would redeem it
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
Want to grow spiritually? You need other Christians around you
If you want to be more like Jesus, you can’t do it alone, says Joe Warton. Discipleship happens when we help one another, and allow others to help us in return
5 churches using their gardens for the gospel
Hazel Southam explores how outdoor spaces are being transformed by congregations across the UK in order to build bridges that reach out to the local community and point upwards towards God
‘Choosing a homeless retirement means we can serve Christian missions around the world’
From a ranch in Texas to a flat in the shadow of Mount Everest, Daniel and Jeanie Ough have house sat in 52 different locations across five continents over the last 14 years. Not owning or renting a home has enabled them to serve God on the mission field long into retirement, they say
Are young men rejecting seeker-sensitive Christainity?
Pioneers of the seeker-sensitive movement have long argued churches must make their services more accessible to win the next generation. But as growing numbers of young men are drawn towards expressions of faith built around discipline, reverence and sacrifice, AJ Gomez asks: Is it time to switch off the smoke machines?
Clarkson’s Farm isn’t just great TV. It’s an unexpected parable of repentance
Beneath Jeremy Clarkson’s profanity and tractor mishaps lies a surprisingly moving story, says Martin Saunders. He explains why he’s among the millions who have fallen in love with life on Diddly Squat Farm
8 top Christian summer festivals - recommended by the Premier team
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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