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Gifts that aren't things: presents for your loved ones that won't end up at the back of a cupboard
It might be a heartwarming sight to see a pile of colourfully wrapped presents sitting snug under a twinkling Christmas tree. But post-celebrations, the resulting pile of goods can also sometimes leave us a little bit guilty.
Reflections on faith and family from the Old Testament and New Covenant
The Book of Genesis provides a foundational narrative not just for Christianity, but for humanity itself.
Who was Good King Wenceslas?
Every Christmas, carol singers sing the song of Good King Wenceslas. But who was he? This is the story ...
Popular culture is pointing to Jesus, and it's time to talk about it
Although not all cultural references to Christianity are positive â and many are negative in the extreme â all are invitations to talk.
Philippians 4:6 is YouVersion's Bible verse of the year
The popular Bible app said the verse reflects a trend seen throughout the year of increasing numbers of people seeking God through His Word and in prayer.
Who was St Andrew and why is he patron saint of Scotland?
The 30th November is St Andrew's day. Who was St Andrew and why is he patron saint of Scotland? This is the story ...
Be thankful even in the drought of your life
Thanksgiving Day is a time to take inventory of what we are thankful to God for.
Called beyond qualification: how God's strength shines through human weakness
The question is not whether we are strong enough, skilled enough, or good enough, but whether we are willing to let Him shape us for His purposes.
In these dire times for the Church, Paul's attitude and example in 2 Timothy are inspirational
Paul's exhortation to Timothy is surely pressingly relevant to those called to proclaim the Christian message in every age and generation.
Extraordinary events save a priest's life after random stabbing
"The love of Jesus" means "how could I not forgive her", says victim.
Scripture-engaged adults have lower levels of loneliness than Bible disengaged: study
Americans with stronger spiritual lives and those who more commonly offer forgiveness experience less loneliness than those who are less engaged with the Bible or churches and those who don't commonly forgive others, a new survey suggests.
Seven tips to overcome the political divide and befriend your opponents
In recent years, surveys show that we are becoming much more divided over politics, with real animosity felt towards the other 'side' that can lead to family breakdown and intolerance.
Democrat or MAGA, left or right, liberal or conservative: is it possible to overcome our hostile political divides?
What does 'loving our enemies' look like in our bitterly divided society? Although they don't always make the headlines, many people are working hard to overcome hatred for people who vote differently.
Magical encounters in Jerusalem
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on some of Judaism's sacred traditions amidst current trials.
What is Halloween and how do Christians respond to it?
Halloween falls on October 31 each year. Over the centuries, Christians have had a variety of attitudes to it. This is the story ...
Is Gen Z turning back towards traditional Christian morals and faith?
It appears that the excesses of modern progressivism are inspiring more young adults to reject the liberal social norms of the past 50 years and turn to the traditional morals and beliefs of the Christian faith.