All Worship articles
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ReviewsWhy this worship anthem from Gas Street is our song of the month
This new release from the Birmingham-based church is a joyful celebration of the gospel, says our music editor
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InterviewsCeCe Winans: ‘I’ve got to stand for righteousness, no matter what’s popular’
The most decorated female gospel singer of all time talks about quitting the music industry to plant a church, living with integrity and how her struggles with social media led to the release of her latest number one album
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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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OpinionBrian Doerksen (1965-2026): A master craftsman in modern hymn-writing
The Canadian worship leader Brian Doerksen who wrote classic songs including ‘Come now is the time to worship’ and ‘Refiners fire’ has died at the age of 60. Les Moir pays tribute to a calm, consistent and humble man
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OpinionPharell Williams has made a gospel album. But does his life reflect Christ?
There’s a rising tide of artists referencing Christian faith in their music, says Hope Bonarcher. Is the music industry undergoing some sort of revival, or are media-savvy musicians just jumping on the latest bandwagon?
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OpinionWhy I’m admiring Barcelona’s Sagrada Família as a Holy Spirit inspired icon
As the tallest church in the world, Sagrada Família, finally reaches its full height after 144 years of construction, Noël Tredinnick reflects on the sacred beauty of Christian art
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ReviewsWhy this beautiful track from Saint Music is our song of the month
Born out of prayer gatherings that are uniting hundreds of young Christians in London, ‘At Your feet’ is a heartfelt expression of devotion, says our music editor
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Magazine FeaturesFrom smuggling to smartphones: 5 extraordinary ways the Bible is going global
500 years after William Tyndale risked everything to translate the New Testament, Christians are finding increasingly creative and sometimes covert ways to spread scripture. Across war zones, persecuted nations, remote communities and offline regions, here are five organisations fighting to get the Bible into the hands of every believer
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ReviewsWhy this soulful worship track from Jake Isaac is our song of the month
Jake Isaac’s new song leads us in joyful praise of a God who never fails, even in the messiness of life, says our music editor
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ReviewsWhy this powerful worship track from KXC is our song of the month
This reflective new worship song is calling congregations back to the heart of the gospel, says our music editor
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Magazine FeaturesFrom pot noodle to Pentecost
Does church feel a little…mundane? It doesn’t have to be this way. Nick and Ali Herbert share encouraging stories of miracles and prophecy, along with helpful tips on how to ensure your church is full of the Holy Spirit’s power this Pentecost
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InterviewsPhilippa Hanna: ‘If it wasn’t for the word of God, I would be in a very dark place’
In a world that tells young women they’re not enough, Philippa Hanna is using her voice to say the opposite – and thousands are listening. Coming from a long line of musicians, the singer reflects on finding her identity in Christ after years of industry pressure, why she wants people to know Christians on stage are still works in progress, and how an unexpected message from a long-lost brother added a remarkable new chapter to her story
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OpinionHunger and half-hearted prayers: What a horrible fast taught me about true worship
When Derek Hughes and his small group embarked on a fast that failed to bring the spiritual breakthrough he expected, the result was disappointment. But a fresh reading of a familiar scripture challenged him to consider whether the worship we deem a failure, may in fact be worship in its purest form
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OpinionChurches are talking about mental health more than ever – but are we caring for those leading them?
While conversations about mental health have grown louder in the Church, Michael Tang argues it has neglected the structures of care needed to support those struggling. In doing so, he says, the Church may be settling for a form of ‘cheap healing’ that feels real but leaves deeper needs unaddressed
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OpinionChandler Moore's honesty about abuse and addiction is impressive. I hope more leaders follow his lead
Former Maverick City singer Chandler Moore has spoken about his childhood abuse for the first time - and how it led him to rehab in 2023. George Luke says Moore’s openness should remind Christians that our leaders - however prominent - are human too
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Magazine FeaturesFrom ‘Oh Happy Day’ to ‘The Blessing’: The history of modern worship in 10 songs
Veteran record producer and friend to countless worship leaders, Les Moir shares the stories behind the songs which have shaped the faith of millions
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OpinionWant your church to grow? Welcome children and let them be noisy
A church in Pennsylvania has sparked widespread debate after announcing its policy to welcome noisy children. “The sound of children in worship is not a distraction. It is evidence of life, growth and the future of the church,” its memo declared. Rev Ben Sleep explains how embracing a similar philosophy brought renewal to his own congregation on the south coast of England
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ReviewsDays of Ash: Inside U2’s Lenten cry for justice
Released on Ash Wednesday, U2’s new project weaves together Richard Rohr, 1 John and the conflict in the Middle East. Dr Daniel Johnson examines a fiercely political EP packed with both lament and hope
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InterviewsLZ7 frontman Lindz West on preaching the gospel from Europe's biggest stages
Christian dance band LZ7 is touring Europe with one of the biggest popstars in the world. But frontman Lindz West says it’s not (just) about the music. He can’t resist the opportunity to share the gospel with 600,000 young people
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Real Life‘God told me to step aside from worship music – and then led me to buy a castle in Scotland’
Andrew Mitchell walked away from worship ministry, only to discover that God had far bigger plans than he could have imagined
