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Pew Research challenges claims of revival in the UK

The Bible Society has defended its findings and the quality of the research they are based on.

Headlines

Britain entering 'new era' of deaths overtaking births

Deaths first overtook births during Covid but the gap is now widening.

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Scotland heading 'towards abortion extremism', former MP warns

Scotland always goes one step beyond Westminster.

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Christians have concerns about Trump's 'Board of Peace'

The "Board of Peace" has been compared by some to a gathering of supervillains.

Board of Peace
Spotlight

Bethel Church admits failures after exposé alleges prophetic deception, sexual abuse

A nearly six-hour investigation released by Christian apologist Mike Winger sent shockwaves through charismatic Christian circles, raising allegations of deception, sexual misconduct and institutional failure centered on prophetic minister Shawn Bolz — and prompting a response from Bethel Church leadership.

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World
Jordan
Jordan in talks with evangelical leaders to boost pilgrimage ahead of Jesus baptism anniversary

Jordan has in recent months accelerated preparations at key Christian sites, including Bethany Beyond the Jordan.

Pakistan
Pakistan: Christian nurses acquitted of blasphemy

A district court ruled that the prosecution failed to substantiate the charge.

Board of Peace
Christians have concerns about Trump's 'Board of Peace'

The "Board of Peace" has been compared by some to a gathering of supervillains.

2026 Holy Land Co-ordination
Catholic bishops push for two-state solution to restore peace to the Holy Land

Praise was given to all those who work for peace, on both sides of the conflict.

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Bible, Christianity, Bible study
Pew Research challenges claims of revival in the UK

The Bible Society has defended its findings and the quality of the research they are based on.

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Study finds ‘Quiet Revival’ report has boosted evangelicals’ confidence in sharing faith

A new survey suggests that UK evangelicals are feeling more confident about speaking openly about their Christian faith, with the greatest impact seen among younger adults and black British Christians.

Grace Church Greenwich
Freshers' fair organisers back down after blocking church stall

Freshers' fair organisers tried to bar a church from paying for a stall.

Iran
Iran’s unyielding cry: from economic collapse to the fall of the theocracy

The revolt and ensuing violence in Iran should not surprise anyone who truly values fundamental civil rights. 

Mahan and Mozhan Motahari
Iranian Christian sisters freed from federal detention in the US

Two Iranian Christian sisters who were detained by federal authorities last month under accusations that they entered the country illegally have been freed while their cases proceed.

Houses of Parliament
Assisted suicide laws suffer setbacks in England, Scotland and France

Campaigners in favour of medically assisted suicide in England, Scotland and France have apparently suffered setbacks that could ensure the controversial practice never comes into law.

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Is it time to spare Gen Alpha an injustice too cruel for words?

The neglect surrounding leprosy is condemning Generation Alpha — the very  generation our own children belong to — to avoidable disability, isolation and unimaginable cruelty. 

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Foreign aid cuts leave Gen Alpha increasingly exposed to leprosy, Christian aid charity warns

Children in some of the world’s poorest communities are facing a growing risk of leprosy, as reductions in overseas aid undermine efforts to detect and treat the disease, according to The Leprosy Mission Great Britain.

Walk with Jesus
Police ban 'Walk with Jesus' march through Muslim area over fears of 'violence and serious disorder'

A 'Walk with Jesus' march through a predominantly Muslim part of London has been banned by the Metropolitan Police over concerns that it will lead to "violence and serious disorder". 

Abductees released in Kogi State on 13 January.
Nigerian government must do more to protect its people after yet another mass kidnapping

The Nigerian government has started taking action, but more needs to be done.

Mark Carney
Is Carney’s Davos sermon the way forward?

Is there hope? Yes, but it is not in Carney’s Brave New World.

St Albans Cathedral, Rose Window
Could stained glass still have a role in modern-day mission?

There is much biblical truth to be found in stained glass windows for those who look with an enquiring mind.

Church of Saints Peter and Paul and Saint Philomena, New Brighton, Wirral
Local historic landmarks aid emotional stability and wellbeing

A new report has suggested that churches and other local historic buildings can improve general wellbeing and help provide people with emotional stability.

young people, Gen Z, Gen Alpha
2025 was a record year for Bible sales — UK’s biggest Christian publisher asks why Gen Z is heading back into Church

God's out there, telling people to come in. Maybe we’ve just got to be ready, arms outstretched, to offer a warm welcome.

National Churches Trust
Government announces £92m fund to support historic places of worship

The Church of England has cautiously welcomed the new fund.

Jennifer Melle
NHS Trust drops case against Christian nurse who spoke out in trans row

Jennifer Melle said she was “deeply relieved and grateful” for the outcome but that the lessons of her case “must be learned”. 

Aaron Edwards
Christian lecturer sacked over comments on homosexuality continues appeal

A Christian lecturer was in court this week to appeal a tribunal decision that upheld his dismissal from a Bible college for a social media post expressing traditional evangelical views on sexuality. 

Nekima Levy Armstrong
Anti-ICE protesters who disrupted Cities Church service are arrested and charged

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday that federal agents arrested three activists involved in an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a worship service last Sunday at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Nine Borges
Brazil in 'crisis of censorship' over trans and LGBT ideology

The crime of "homophobia" is punishable by up to five years in prison.

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Cultivating the fruits of the Spirit: self-control that leads to true freedom

At first glance, self-control can sound as though it depends on personal willpower or moral discipline. But biblical self-control does not originate from the self at all.