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Hardship may come but don't worry, just prepare

William Weir Thu 22 Dec 2022 7:18 GMT

There is something that we urgently need to come to grips with. The world is changing, and not for the best.

The challenge within 'peace to all men'

Victor Brown | Thu 22 Dec 2022 7:16 GMT

Friendship with the world is enmity with God. This means we will never be truly at peace with this fallen world while we live in it as light in darkness and as sheep sent among wolves.
Bringing warmth and light to London's homeless

London City Mission | Mon 19 Dec 2022 6:34 GMT

"London's got everything, but it can be the loneliest place in the world," says former rough sleeper.
In praise of a quieter Christmas

Peter Crumpler | Mon 19 Dec 2022 6:30 GMT

Special, quieter, services at this time of year can give many people the chance to reflect and bring their grief, their worries and concerns to Jesus.
Watch out for the sheep: live animals bring spectacle and humour to Nativity scenes

Bob Smietana | Sat 17 Dec 2022 8:42 GMT

Though they aren't mentioned in the Bible Christmas story, live animals have been part of nativity scenes since the 1200s. But sometimes things go awry, including a recent case of cows on the loose.
Lysa TerKeurst reflects on 'healing' after end of 29-year marriage

Leah MarieAnn Klett | Thu 15 Dec 2022 8:54 GMT

Proverbs 31 Ministries founder Lysa TerKeurst has reflected on the "healing" she's done over the last two years following the divorce from her husband of 29 years due to his infidelity and substance abuse issues.
Growth of religious 'nones' appears to be slowing: Gallup report

Michael Gryboski | Thu 15 Dec 2022 8:38 GMT

Americans who identify as religious unaffiliated appear to be slowing in their population growth, according to a recent analysis from the prominent polling organization Gallup.
Only half of UK Christians think it is important to share their faith with others

Staff writer | Mon 12 Dec 2022 11:32 GMT

The survey also found that many know nothing about the Great Commission.
The power of a teapot life

Neville Hiatt | Thu 8 Dec 2022 11:39 GMT

As important as it is to have love flowing into us, it is also important to let it flow out.
Johnny Cash's Christian faith was 'everything', says son

Leah MarieAnn Klett | Sat 3 Dec 2022 7:09 GMT

"His faith was what was important to him, and it's the truth," said John Carter-Cash.
YouVersion reveals 2022 Bible Verse of the Year

Jennifer Lee | Thu 1 Dec 2022 14:24 GMT

The most shared, bookmarked, and highlighted Bible verse on YouVersion this year is a popular portion of Scripture from Isaiah in which God tells His people not to fear.
Growing or stagnating

William Weir | Sat 26 Nov 2022 12:26 GMT

God has a plan for our lives, and there's always something he wants us working on. Are we working on it though?
Trusting God means not worrying

Gabrielle Lewis | Sat 26 Nov 2022 12:10 GMT

God isn't my personal steward, to do or to act according to my will. If I was going to learn how to trust Him, I would have to do it His way, not mine.