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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.
Sarah Mullally defends Church reparations plan from critics
Critics of the plan are "disappointed" by Mullally's response.
Brazil in 'crisis of censorship' over trans and LGBT ideology
The crime of "homophobia" is punishable by up to five years in prison.
Enoch Burke arrested yet again
Burke has accrued fines totalling hundreds of thousands of euros.
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.
Indian families' homes destroyed for refusing to renounce Christ
As often happens, the police sided with the persecutors
Middle East Christians warn rapid growth in faith is outpacing discipleship support
Christian leaders working across the Middle East say a surge in spiritual openness is leading thousands to explore faith in Jesus, but warn that a lack of local discipleship structures risks leaving many new believers unsupported.
Young adults driving renewed interest in Christianity, research finds
A new set of supplemental reports from the Evangelical Alliance suggests that young adults are emerging as a significant group among those coming to Christian faith in the UK, with authenticity, Scripture and community proving decisive factors in their journeys.
CofE earmarks £22m for outreach in three dioceses
Most of the funds will go to the dioceses of Manchester and Exeter.
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.
Ireland on 'wrong path' as fertility and marriage rates reach record lows
The Iona Institute has warned that Ireland is “on the wrong course” citing concerns about record low marriage and fertility rates, while divorce is at an all-time high.
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.
Legal appeal launched against Labour's destructive VAT raid on schools
Labour have been accused of an "ideological" attack on freedom of choice.
Christians welcome launch of parliamentary inquiry into NI online pimping platforms
A new parliamentary inquiry has been launched to investigate the role of online pimping websites in facilitating the exploitation of women and girls across Northern Ireland.
Christian leaders warn of threats to unity in the Holy Land
Senior Christian leaders in Jerusalem have warned that outside political and ideological interference could be endangering the unity and survival of Christianity in the Holy Land.
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”.