Life

God kept us safe' - World War II memories from an almost-evacuated child
God kept us safe' - World War II memories from an almost-evacuated child

Pam Sydenham is a 93-year-old resident at Shottermill House, a Pilgrims' Friend Society home in Haslemere, Surrey. She calls her memories of World War II and how she learned to trust in God during the years of uncertainty.

Faith strengthens families and gives hope, study finds
Faith strengthens families and gives hope, study finds

A new study has shed light on the way in which faith strengthens families, helping them stay together in the face of adversity and providing a foundation for an ongoing source of hope in future life.

Muslim-turned-atheist rights activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali says she is now a Christian
Muslim-turned-atheist rights activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali says she is now a Christian

Hirsi Ali critiques atheism for leaving a "God hole," which she believes has led to the rise of irrational ideologies and the erosion of Western values.

Most Christians think AI isn't good for the Church: study
Most Christians think AI isn't good for the Church: study

As some pastors experiment with using artificial intelligence to generate a church sermon, a new study released by Barna shows that the majority of Christians don't believe AI is good for the Church.

Guerrilla control, blockades, and long river journeys: a day in the life of Latin American Bible translators
Guerrilla control, blockades, and long river journeys: a day in the life of Latin American Bible translators

The entire translation team, no matter what direction they were coming from, put their lives at risk as they passed through guerrilla-controlled areas.

Peace as a fruit of the Spirit
Peace as a fruit of the Spirit

In the bustling and chaotic world we inhabit, the pursuit of peace often feels like an elusive dream. Yet, for us believers, the concept of peace goes far beyond external circumstances; it is an essential component of the fruit of the Spirit.

10 years of marriage, 10 years of God's faithfulness
10 years of marriage, 10 years of God's faithfulness

As we approach this year's milestone anniversary, we feel able to see far beyond what we have in the past, and it is a magnificent mountain top view.

There is wisdom, soul healing and power to be found through forgiveness
There is wisdom, soul healing and power to be found through forgiveness

In our physical world, often filled with conflicts and disagreements, where nations and neighbours seem to clash, people of faith may wonder: must hatred prevail, or can forgiveness bring about lasting peace and healing?

Of hard battles and strong soldiers
Of hard battles and strong soldiers

The Bible tells us that we ought to endure hardship or hardness, depending on the translation you are reading from, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. But did it actually say that in order to experience hardship we must have already been qualified as good soldiers?

Don't despair! Embracing mistakes is all part of personal growth and self improvement
Don't despair! Embracing mistakes is all part of personal growth and self improvement

Mistakes, far from being stumbling blocks, are actually stepping stones that propel us forward on the journey of self-improvement.

Poll: More religious Americans support the use of political violence
Poll: More religious Americans support the use of political violence

One-third of white evangelical Protestants support the idea, significantly more than any other religious group.

More than a billion people struggle with loneliness globally: Gallup
More than a billion people struggle with loneliness globally: Gallup

Younger adults are more likely to suffer from the condition, which health experts warn can have the same effect on health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

Carl Lentz thanks wife Laura for staying by his side after cheating scandal
Carl Lentz thanks wife Laura for staying by his side after cheating scandal

Former Hillsong NYC Pastor Carl Lentz took to social media recently to express gratitude for his wife's decision to stay with him despite his adultery.

Ten year Gallup study highlights positives of having a religious faith
Ten year Gallup study highlights positives of having a religious faith

Gallup research presented earlier this month has highlighted the profound connection between faith and well-being, emphasising the positive influence of religion on individuals worldwide.

Max Lucado on how Christians should respond to global conflict
Max Lucado on how Christians should respond to global conflict

Pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado says global conflict is a "signal of the coming end of this age".