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Scripture engagement in the US has reached 'historic low'

Jennifer Lee Thu 7 Apr 2022 11:41 BST

Bible reading in the US has "dramatically decreased" in the last year, according to the latest research by the American Bible Society.

Lottie Moon: the fiercely independent missionary who broke the rules

J John | Thu 7 Apr 2022 11:31 BST

Lottie Moon lived alone in a small Chinese town, adopting everything of Chinese culture that wasn't in contradiction to Christianity and developing her own innovative ways of preaching. The fruit was remarkable and she saw hundreds of converts and numerous churches begin.
Top Christian worship songs of 2021

Anugrah Kumar | Tue 5 Apr 2022 10:36 BST

After reviewing 2.7 million songs churches sang and 91,000 sermons delivered in 2021 amid the raging COVID-19 pandemic, the church technology company Faithlife has published its annual report revealing top worship songs and sermon trends of the last year.
Most Christian parents are worried about their kids' spiritual health: poll

Ryan Foley | Mon 4 Apr 2022 9:51 BST

An overwhelming majority of American parents are concerned about their children's spiritual well-being, with concerns highest among practicing Christians, according to a poll released by Barna.
We all need a friend like Denzel Washington

Claire Musters | Thu 31 Mar 2022 11:55 BST

Washington had some sound advice for Will Smith after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, but it's a lesson for all of us, writes Claire Musters.
Where do we turn when everything seems to be falling apart?

Claire Musters | Thu 31 Mar 2022 11:16 BST

This is where learning to lament is so powerful.
Americans are leaving church and most aren't coming back - report

Leonardo Blair | Thu 24 Mar 2022 15:50 GMT

"Without robust religious experiences to draw on, Americans feel less connected to the traditions and beliefs of their parents' faith."
Study: More congregations in the US are reopening but attendance remains flat

Yonat Shimron | Wed 23 Mar 2022 11:40 GMT

In churches across the US, there has been little or no rise in the number of people attending in-person religious services over the past six months.
Top tips to ease the burden of living on a tighter budget

Karen Homans | Wed 23 Mar 2022 8:57 GMT

There are two very simple principles to make your money go further.
Most Americans think nation's moral compass is pointing in the wrong direction

Leonardo Blair | Tue 22 Mar 2022 14:37 GMT

A majority of Americans, including Christians and non-Christians, are concerned that America's moral compass is pointed in the wrong direction and they're turning to family for guidance
The meaning of offering and sacrifice in Leviticus

Irene Lancaster | Mon 21 Mar 2022 11:10 GMT

Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster on why for many Jews, Leviticus is the most important book of all.
Lent in 50 moments

Liam Kelly | Sun 20 Mar 2022 9:03 GMT

Lent is never easy; but it is more than just giving up sweets again.
Holding on when you want to let go

Charlene Nwodo | Sat 19 Mar 2022 9:58 GMT

Christian Today speaks to Sheila Walsh about her latest book Holding On When You Want To Let Go, the idea behind it and how its message can help those who are struggling and in pain.