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Religion is often left unspoken in the workplace despite widespread faith identity, research finds
Fifteen per cent of UK employees with a faith say they have experienced religious discrimination in the workplace.
Stress Awareness Month: how to find peace in a restless world
While stress may not disappear completely, it can be managed and even reduced. Here is some biblically grounded advice that can help bring peace and perspective in the midst of stress.
How the Moon sets the religious calendar
Mankind has always been drawn to look at the moon. The Moon’s creation was explained in the book of Genesis and it plays a vital role in setting the dates of religious festivals. This is the story …
The rise of 'full-fat' Christianity?
Even if the "Quiet Revival" report has been discredited, many Christians still agree that something still seems to be going on.
Quoting the Bible from space
Recently, Christian astronaut Victor Glover was reminded of the memorable Christmas Eve reading from Genesis on Apollo 8 in 1968, and he was asked to give an Easter message from Artemis II. This is the story …
New study explores why young men are embracing Christianity in Finland
“Saying that it is only about conservatism is by far simplifying the phenomenon," the study's authors said.
Businessman and peer Lord Edmiston reflects on faith, stewardship and global mission
The successful businessman and peer said he was driven by evangelism, not the creation of wealth for its own sake.
What do we know about Simon of Cyrene?
Easter may have passed, but some figures in the story stay with us long after the day itself. One of those is Simon of Cyrene - a man who appears for only a moment, says nothing, and then disappears. And yet, his story carries lessons we can hold onto all year round.
The biblical backstory of Iran
Iran is back in the headlines. The word “Iran” does not appear in the Bible, but the names of preceding peoples and empires occupying that land today are written into the biblical narrative. This is the story …
Most pastors are using AI despite some concerns - study
For most pastors, AI is a "communication aid", said Barna.
Easter Sunday and the hope of resurrection
The hope of the resurrection is especially precious in a world filled with grief, violence, uncertainty, and pain.
Was there an eclipse at the Crucifixion?
The Gospels describe three hours of darkness from noon at the crucifixion of Jesus, prompting debate over whether this was an eclipse. This is the story …
Three words that changed history: ‘Jesus became sin'
As we enter Easter, we want to centre our attention on the significance of Christ’s work of redemption for all of humanity.
Palm Sunday: the triumphal entry and its meaning for us today
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most sacred week in the Christian calendar.
The backstory to Palm Sunday most evangelicals miss
29 March is Palm Sunday, or the sixth Sunday in Lent, which kicks off Holy Week. The events of this day echo a historical episode from Jewish history which most evangelicals miss. This is the story …
The Desert Fathers and Desert Mothers: radical Christians in the deserts of Late Antiquity
Although the Desert Fathers and Desert Mothers withdrew from society, paradoxically they became deeply influential and impacted on it.