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Transitioning to a new wineskin

Rume Kpadamrophe Mon 4 Sep 2023 13:16 BST

Transitioning is often not an easy process as it involves leaving the familiar to what may be totally different or not-so-familiar.

Walking by faith, not by sight

Victoria Richards | Mon 4 Sep 2023 13:01 BST

God has our best interest at heart; all we need to do is put our trust in him and truly live for Him.
Study suggests looming succession crisis as aging pastors prepare to retire

Leonardo Blair | Fri 1 Sep 2023 9:35 BST

As American pastors continue to skew older, with an average age of 52, a majority now say it is becoming increasingly difficult to find mature young Christians willing to do their jobs as they prepare to retire, data from a new Barna study shows.
What are Harvest Festivals and why do we have them?

Neil Rees | Fri 1 Sep 2023 8:41 BST

Through September and October, British churches of most denominations have a Harvest Festival, but the modern Harvest Festival is mainly a Victorian development based on biblical themes.
Coping with grief: finding strength and healing through faith and prayer

Duncan Williams | Tue 29 Aug 2023 11:54 BST

For most of us, grief is an unavoidable human experience, one that we all must navigate at some point in our lives.
Mixing our spiritual and professional lives: how are my studies connected to my faith?

Josh Williams | Tue 29 Aug 2023 11:35 BST

God can use your professional skills to serve His Kingdom too, just ask Him to show you where He wants you to apply your talents and be open to being surprised.
Is your town a good place to grow old?

Peter Crumpler | Tue 29 Aug 2023 9:00 BST

It's true that generally people are living longer and in better health than in generations before, but there are increasing challenges for older men and women in our communities.
Martin Luther and the transformative power of individual conviction

Duncan Williams | Sat 26 Aug 2023 10:30 BST

The impact of Martin Luther on modern Christianity is immeasurable.
Good Omens 2 and unexpected friendships

Jo Trickey | Sat 26 Aug 2023 8:42 BST

We all need friendships that ask us to examine our faith, to question assumptions, and think.
Being cancelled 'saved my life', says Christian comedian John Crist

Jennifer Lee | Wed 23 Aug 2023 9:41 BST

Christian comedian John Crist has opened up about being cancelled during a sexual misconduct scandal that nearly ended his career.
5 crucial lessons learned from planting a church

Shane Idleman | Tue 22 Aug 2023 10:42 BST

Why do many endeavors fail...why do many church plants fail? The reasons are many, but I believe that much depends on the spiritual life of the pastor in regard to humility and brokenness.
The power of prayer in a busy life

Roydon Ng | Mon 21 Aug 2023 12:04 BST

Prioritising prayer during busy periods may seem challenging, but it is a commitment that yields immeasurable rewards.
Patient development

Roden Meares | Mon 21 Aug 2023 11:44 BST

It is a great encouragement to know that Jesus can bear fruit through us. But notice that there are indications that this process of bearing fruit takes time.