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About Joseph Hartropp
Joseph Hartropp is Junior Staff Writer for Christian Today.
Joseph Hartropp
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As Britain freezes, Christians are helping the homeless survive. But is charity enough?
Severe snow and sub-zero temperatures have wreaked havoc across the UK, but present a dire threat to those living without shelter. With weather predicted to worsen, churches and homelessness groups across the country are opening their doors to help those in need, and have condemned the 'injustice' of the rough sleeping crisis.
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The Billy Graham backlash: Why speak ill of the dead?
There's that ancient word to the wise that our present generation might do well to heed: 'do not speak ill of the dead'. In the polarised age of furious Twitterstorms and instant hot-takes, we might do well not to speak too soon either.
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Trump administration rejects asylum for more than 100 Iranian Christians
More than 100 Iranian Christians and other refugees have been denied asylum in the US by the Trump administration. Despite White House promises of protection for the persecuted, these refugees now face potential deportation to and subsequent punishment in Iran.
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After the Florida shooting, what is wrong with 'thoughts and prayers'?
Last week's horrific school shooting in Florida saw the tired trope of 'thoughts and prayers' trending once again. Here's why the religious sentiment makes people so angry.
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Why giving is good: 3 ways to find joy in financial sacrifice
Giving is awkward, giving is hard. Our wallets are close to our hearts, but that doesn't mean we can't change. Giving is good for us.
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'Now is the time': Vineyard Worship on diversity, discipleship and redefining success
'The Vineyard has always done worship. But we can't just sit back and do what we've always done.' The director of Vineyard Worship UK and Ireland tells Christian Today about breaking the mould, redefining 'success' and pointing the next generation of leaders to Jesus.
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'Miracle springs': What should Christians make of Fiji's healing waters?
A 'miracle spring' in eastern Fiji supposedly possesses healing properties, cited by many in the majority Christian country as a gift from God. The waters have now attracted global attention – so is it real 'healing' or a hoax?
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Don't be fooled by North Korea's Winter Olympics stunt, warns Christian persecution watchdog
As the Winter Olympics begins today, with its historic inclusion of a joint Korean team, Christian persecution watchdog Open Doors is imploring people not to forget the brutal oppression of Christians by North Korea.
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How to think: Why you're doing it wrong – and how you can do better
Thinking is really hard, perhaps more now than ever. That's the theme of Alan Jacobs' book 'How To Think', which offers provocative challenge but also profound hope for 'a world at odds'.
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Black Lightning: Racism, justice and the cost of your God-given gifts
'Black Lightning' is the latest comic-book superhero to hit the small screen, but he's a far cry from what you know. This sharp show engages institutional racism, crippling injustice and the quest for what's right in a bloody, broken world.
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The 'post-Christian' generation: 3 ways they (might) find God outside church
A study this week found that many amongst Generation Z (those born between 1999 and 2015), 'find God' outside of Church. So where might that be exactly, and should the church take note?
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The work of Satan? How Pope Francis speaks truth to the 'fake news' crisis
Pope Francis took aim at 'fake news' yesterday, in a profound address that got beyond the pejorative sloganising that can define its discussion, and got to the crisis at its core – the corruption of the human heart.
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Rob Bell returns in 'The Heretic': New film follows former pastor's 'revolution'
Decried as an apostate by some, praised as a prophet by others – no one divides evangelicals quite like Rob Bell. The former megachurch pastor and provocateur is the subject of a new documentary, whose title captures well the cry of Bell's despisers: 'The Heretic'.
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BBC's 'The One Show' to host 'Sermon of the Year' finalists
Now in its third year running, the UK's 'Sermon of the Year' competition will this year be significantly boosted by its finals featuring on the BBC'S 'The One Show'.
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Most Americans don't trust Trump 'at all' – but most Christians still pray for him
One year into the Trump presidency, a new poll has surveyed US adults on their perspective on the controversial administration. Most Americans do not trust the president 'at all', but while Trump has frequently divided US Christians, most from all denominations still pray for him.
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