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Extraordinary events save a priest's life after random stabbing

Heather Tomlinson Mon 18 Nov 2024 11:41 GMT

"The love of Jesus" means "how could I not forgive her", says victim.

Scripture-engaged adults have lower levels of loneliness than Bible disengaged: study

Ryan Foley | Fri 15 Nov 2024 7:55 GMT

Americans with stronger spiritual lives and those who more commonly offer forgiveness experience less loneliness than those who are less engaged with the Bible or churches and those who don't commonly forgive others, a new survey suggests.
How should we understand the relationship between God, free will and the Fall?

Martin Davie | Wed 13 Nov 2024 11:46 GMT

God has seen the future, and it is good.
Seven tips to overcome the political divide and befriend your opponents

Heather Tomlinson | Mon 4 Nov 2024 14:48 GMT

In recent years, surveys show that we are becoming much more divided over politics, with real animosity felt towards the other 'side' that can lead to family breakdown and intolerance.
Democrat or MAGA, left or right, liberal or conservative: is it possible to overcome our hostile political divides?

Heather Tomlinson | Sat 2 Nov 2024 6:54 GMT

What does 'loving our enemies' look like in our bitterly divided society? Although they don't always make the headlines, many people are working hard to overcome hatred for people who vote differently.
Magical encounters in Jerusalem

Irene Lancaster | Thu 31 Oct 2024 9:12 GMT

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on some of Judaism's sacred traditions amidst current trials.
What is Halloween and how do Christians respond to it?

Neil Rees | Tue 29 Oct 2024 6:30 GMT

Halloween falls on October 31 each year. Over the centuries, Christians have had a variety of attitudes to it. This is the story ...
Is Gen Z turning back towards traditional Christian morals and faith?

Heather Tomlinson | Mon 28 Oct 2024 8:36 GMT

It appears that the excesses of modern progressivism are inspiring more young adults to reject the liberal social norms of the past 50 years and turn to the traditional morals and beliefs of the Christian faith.
Christians consuming porn nearly as much as non-Christians - study

Leonardo Blair | Thu 24 Oct 2024 10:59 BST

A majority of practising Christians, including pastors, admit to viewing pornography and a large share say they are comfortable with the habit, a new study has found.
Where is Jordan Peterson on his spiritual journey?

David Robertson | Thu 24 Oct 2024 9:24 BST

Peterson has been a gateway to Christianity for many people. But where does he stand himself?
Why I will be joining the Global Day of Prayer for the Media

Duncan Williams | Tue 22 Oct 2024 11:46 BST

Today, perhaps more than ever before, media has the power to shape our world. Let's pray for those who work in it, that they will be guided by integrity, compassion, and a commitment to the truth.
How much do we know about the brothers and sisters of Jesus?

Neil Rees | Sat 19 Oct 2024 11:26 BST

Jesus had brothers and sisters, who are mentioned in the New Testament.
Practising Christians have highest levels of human flourishing - study

Ryan Foley | Wed 16 Oct 2024 11:47 BST

Those who identify as non-religious experience a lower level of human flourishing than the general public, while practicing Christians enjoy the most flourishing, according to a new report.