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Chris Wright discusses the ramifications of living in a society where lying is the norm

‘What is truth?’ asked Pontius Pilate. Jesus had just said: ‘Everyone who is on the side of truth listens to me’ (John 18:37-38).

In a new series, Brian Maiden gives a short biography of some believers you may not have heard of...

Have you ever heard of Maria Millis? Probably not. But before I tell you about her, let me tell you about Lord Shaftesbury.

John Peet sheds light on the central characters in the nativity scene and explains their significance of their presence.

Last Christmas my wife and I were talking about those who were at Bethlehem. We found it most instructive to think on who and why.

Christopher Idle reflects on two memorable Christmas Carol Services where two bishops shared their story of coming to Christ.

When David Sheppard came to live just across the road from us in Peckham, it seemed providential.

en interviews Richard Hagan and Matthew Roberts who moved to Canterbury and York respectively to plant new churches

Ten years ago this month, Matthew Roberts and Richard Hagan moved with their young families to York and Canterbury them to plant new churches. en asked about the story of Trinity Church York and Emmanuel Church Canterbury.

Tim Chester is our guide along the Keswick Convention’s path to world mission

‘Unknown to me, I had been waiting for this moment. Every part of me tingled with fervent joy and happiness that I was allowed the privilege of responding, and that Christ was inviting me to serve him, to be called his ambassador, his missionary.’

Former area Bishop of Lewes, Wallace Benn, reminds us of the delight to be found in turning back to God

When the Lord Jesus began his ministry he proclaimed: ‘The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel’ (Mark 1:15). Repentance is central to the Christian message and cannot therefore be downplayed or abandoned.

John McLernon, UK Director of People International, examines the relationship between mission agencies and the local church.

The Christian missionary community is approaching a pivotal point.

David Robertson

Date posted: 1 Apr 2019

Evangelist David Robertson tells us why he is going Down Under

I was doing some research into my predecessor at St Peters Dundee, Robert Murray McCheyne.

Oak Hill Theological College student, Ben Clube, contemplates whether Artificial Intelligence is ‘good news’

The past century has seen explosive interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Pop culture has perpetuated the hype with The Terminator in the 80s, The Matrix in the 90s, and a deluge since the millennium with I-robot, Ex Machina, Black Mirror, Westworld, etc.

Michael Ots reflects on ten years of the Fellowship of Evangelists in the Universities of Europe (FEUER)

The name FEUER is a slightly tenuous acronym, using English words to spell the German word meaning ‘fire’.

Jeremy Marshall challenges the current evangelical status quo

In 1854 the novelists Charles Dickens and Mrs Gaskell each wrote best sellers (Hard Times and North and South).

Dilapidated buildings, small budgets and struggling congregations: Jonathan Worsley on irresistible grace & ministerial steadfastness

It’s Monday morning. You’re driving to the church office, reflecting on your sermon from Sunday.

Gloria Furman on how the Second Coming throws a new light on being a mother

The missional vision of motherhood helps correct our nearsighted mothering.

John James on what is so good about turning round dying churches

‘It is easier to give birth than raise the dead,’ my friend replied, as I began to talk about the church revitalisation project we were prayer-fully considering.

Matt Waldock of City Church Manchester on how to attract young graduates into short-term church work

You simply cannot avoid them!

Though we may be greatly distressed by the rise of the LGBT agenda, Gavin Peacock argues that we should seize the moment

Recently Eugene Peterson hit the headlines in the US with his affirmation of same-sex marriage.

Janice Pibworth with the story of the hymn written by Ada Ruth Habershon¹ (1861-1918), who died 100 years ago this year

When I fear my faith will fail,
Christ will hold me fast;
When the tempter would prevail,
He can hold me fast.

Esther Smith reminds us of the work of the charity Caring for Life

‘We’re never surprised by what we find behind closed doors; sad, but never surprised.’

Dave Williams

Date posted: 1 Nov 2018

Dave Williams reminds us of some uncomfortable facts about the evangelical church

‘The UK is a mission field and the church needs to step out of maintenance mode and into mission mode.’

A story of church revitalisation

Mark Herbert is one of the pastors at Long Crendon Baptist Church.

Joy Horn flags up Christian anniversaries worth noting in the coming year

EVENTS

Morgan Llwyd, said to be the first non-conformist minister in Wales, was born in 1619. Converted under Walter Cradock, he served as a chaplain in Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army and became minister in Wrexham. His books have influenced Welsh national consciousness and literature to the present day.

Louise Morse offers a timely challenge to the churches

Christmas is a great time to show the love of God and to tell the salvation story.

With anti-Semitism on the rise, Christian Witness to Israel reminds us of their work 

Kyle was a homeless Jewish drug addict.