All Christian living articles
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OpinionWhy Christians need to stop chasing quick wins
In a culture obsessed with quick results and visible success, Derek Hughes reflects on the quiet power of slow faithfulness and asks whether Christians have forgotten how to commit to work whose fruit they may not live to see
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OpinionYour pastor is lonely. here's what to do about it
Maintaining adult friendships can be hard - but even more so when you’re a church leader, says Sheridan Voysey. The founder of the Friendship Lab offers his insights into the challenges faced by priests and pastors when making mates, and how to overcome them
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OpinionMeet 3 Christians using their spiritual gifts outside the church walls
From family support work to real estate businesses and social media, Beryn Orera speaks to three Christians about exercising discernment in the workplace, prayer in public and the challenge of living out faith in the everyday
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Regular ColumnistsThe Church has a pastor problem – but not the one you think
While abusive leaders must always be held to account, most pastors are simply trying to shepherd their congregations faithfully. Jeff Lucas explains why they need our prayers, encouragement and support more than our suspicion
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Testimonies'I was a pagan high priestess. Then I met Jesus'
After two decades teaching paganism, Ashley Collins never imagined she would find herself in church. She explains how the death of Charlie Kirk became the unexpected catalyst that led her to Christ
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OpinionAndy Burnham says he will end the drought in social care. But Christians still have work to do
This week, Prime Minister Andy Burnham boldly declared his intention to tackle the crisis in adult social care. Stephen Hammersley, chief executive of Pilgrims’ Friend Society, welcomes the promise, but warns that the Church must not wait for Westminster to care for the older people in our midst
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Regular ColumnistsEverything belongs to God – not just the ‘Christian’ bits
Veronica Zundel says it’s time to ditch the sacred vs secular divide
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Magazine FeaturesRT Kendall: Why I’m worried about the feel-good gospel
The primary purpose of Christianity is not to make people to feel good, says RT Kendall. He’s warning the UK Church away from promoting a false gospel
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Regular ColumnistsThe secret to contentment in a culture of more
We are conditioned to constantly pursue the next thing. But if we take time to slow down, there is great joy to be found in what we already have, says Gemma Hunt
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Real Life‘I was living a double life while I was in the Newsboys’
After losing everything to drink, drugs and sexual sin, former Newsboys frontman John James thought his ministry was over. As fresh questions surround the band’s legacy, John shares the remarkable story of how God’s relentless grace restored his life – and why no one is beyond redemption
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Thank God it's MondayThe Christian yoga teacher: 'Being a follower of Jesus shapes everything I do'
The Church is made up of Christians from a myriad of different professions, and yet their ordinary tales of God at work rarely get told. In this series, we bring you stories of faith from the frontline
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Regular ColumnistsIn a world obsessed with makeovers, Christ offers true transformation
From weight-loss journeys to home renovations, the world loves a story of a life transformed. But none compare to what Jesus can do, says Chine McDonald
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OpinionThe BBC’s Swingers investigation exposes a weakness the Church must confront
50 women have told the BBC that they were forced into having sex with strangers through a swingers website. Before Christians wag their fingers, Giles Gough says we should confront the power imbalances that allow abusive men to shelter within the Church - and make sure shame does not sit with the victims
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OpinionIn praise of the urgent
Christians often speak of the need for stillness and rest. But what happens when there’s calls to make, jobs to be done and everyday life to get through? Gemma Hunt says we don’t need to feel guilty. God is in it all
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OpinionI thought Bible memorisation was unnecessary. Then I needed it
When a member of Derek Hughes’ small group shared the burdens weighing on his life, Derek found himself with nothing left to say but a couple of random Bible verses he had memorised for himself. They seemed irrelevant at first, until the man told him they were exactly what he needed
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InterviewsJoel Muddamelle: ‘There are spiritual forces that absolutely hate you’
Joel Muddamalle’s new book explores spiritual warfare, dark powers and the victory of Christ. He speaks to Sam Hailes about the heroic faith of his missionary grandparents, the dangers of celebrity culture in Christianity and how you can discern the unseen battle
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ReviewsHave Christians lost sight of the real Jesus? This book says so
The Missing Messiah challenges readers to consider whether their view of Jesus has been shaped more by culture than by scripture. Clear and practical, it offers a compelling call to discipleship, though some critiques feel overly broad, says our reviewer
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OpinionJiDion says streaming brings out the worst in him. Christian content creators should pay attention
After his arrest during a livestream, Christian content creator JiDion announced he was quitting livestreaming. AJ Gomez reflects on the danger of an online world that rewards escalation and spectacle for a Christian trying to put those impulses to death
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OpinionThe Church says all work matters to God. I’m not sure we believe it
When Derek Hughes cut his ministry hours and began building a business, he felt the quiet drop in status that comes when Christian work is no longer the focus. Reflecting on vocation, grief and Genesis 1, he asks whether the Church truly believes that Monday belongs to God
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OpinionGareth Southgate is right about the crisis facing men. The Church is uniquely placed to help
Gareth Southgate’s new documentary has drawn national attention to the struggles facing young men across Britain. Jade Ross from TLG says that if we want to change their future, the Church must start helping boys with preventative measures
