Life

From darkness to light - A soldier's story
Phillip Davidson speaks about the difference faith can make in recovering from post-traumatic stress disorder

Men more likely to stick to diets and fitness regimes than women
Though it is women who are often accused of being obsessive dieters, men are actually more likely to achieve their weight loss goals

God's love. Why do we struggle to receive it?
Could it just be that there is an unseen epidemic, insidious, hidden, lurking ready to raise its ugly head with every disappointment or setback?

In the beginning was the spoken word
God's word for people who find it hard to sit and read it

Faith on the job: an interview with Annabel Partridge
Annabel Patridge is a senior sous chef working for the legendary Skye Gyngell and recently cycled across Europe in support of The A21 Campaign

The 'unselfie' â bucking the selfish trend
A passion for others and for needs beyond ourselves is so often missing in the deluge of me-driven social media posts

Tea and cuddles help to hold relationships together - study
When it comes to love, actions speak louder than words for most couples

Religious people more likely to feel their lives have meaning
New psychological research finds that religion is helpful in the workplace

What is biblical courtship?
How do we, as followers of Jesus Christ, engage in courtship in a biblical way, a way in which honours and glorifies God, leaving both parties obedient to the Word?

Pennywise planning for the year ahead
Arwyn Bailey, of the Association of Christian Financial Advisers, shares his money-saving tips for the coming year.

A name fit for a king: would you call your baby 'Messiah'?
Three-quarters of Americans believe parents should be able to call their child "Messiah" if they want to

A daily schedule built around God, rather than the other way round
Jemma Regis shares how she became closer to God in her new book God's Romantic Getaway

Getting fit in 2014 : Does it really matter?
God sees the heart but our bodies are also temples of the Holy Spirit that should honour God

Supporting charities made Brits feel good in 2013
Supporting a charity beat the birth of Prince George and sporting victories to be the most uplifting moment of 2013 for the nation, according to a new report from Oxfam.

New Year â new you?
Grace-fuelled change is always centred on a person, Jesus, rather than a programme

To twerk or not to twerk?
We've compiled a list of twerking alternatives to keep you moving safely on the dance floor in 2014 without causing yourself internal bleeding or motion sickness