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Christian women want more than pastel-themed lady blogs and devotionals
Christian women want more than pastel-themed lady blogs and devotionals

There's nothing more tiresome than content creators who believe Christian women are only willing to click on articles promising to improve their self-­images or offer self­-deprecating devotions.

Generous leadership: What Moses has to teach pastors today
Generous leadership: What Moses has to teach pastors today

In Numbers 11: 23-30 there's a fascinating story that speaks into the heart of debates about Christian leadership today.

After London\'s terror attack, should I still evangelise my Muslim neighbour?
After London's terror attack, should I still evangelise my Muslim neighbour?

The threat of terrorism, the legacy of colonialism and rapidly rising religious persecution make this era one of the most challenging for 'missionaries' – if such a thing still exists.

Mother of Palestinian shot by Israeli forces last year in Jerusalem is also killed
Mother of Palestinian shot by Israeli forces last year in Jerusalem is also killed

A Palestinian woman has been shot and killed by Israeli soldiers outside one of Jerusalem's most famous landmarks. It's reported that the woman was carrying a pair of scissors and was attempting to attack Israeli forces.

Church minibus crash leaves 13 dead, congregation in mourning
Church minibus crash leaves 13 dead, congregation in mourning

A fatal crash involving a church minibus and a truck in Texas has claimed 13 lives.

Pastor prays for Lazarus-style miracle that dead wife will be resurrected by God
Pastor prays for Lazarus-style miracle that dead wife will be resurrected by God

A Christian pastor in Kenya who camped at a mortuary for four days in the belief that his wife would rise from the dead like Lazarus has been left disappointed after the miracle failed to occur.

Christian President of Lebanon controversially declares Christians are \'no longer in direct danger\' in Middle East
Christian President of Lebanon controversially declares Christians are 'no longer in direct danger' in Middle East

The President of Lebanon has declared that Christians in the Middle East are 'no longer in direct danger' during an interview in which he opened up about his own Christian faith.

Evangelical Christian Mike Pence won't eat alone with any woman other than his wife

Evangelical Christian Vice President Mike Pence reportedly refuses to eat dinner alone with any woman other than his wife, Karen. A profile piece on Mrs Pence also described her as the Vice President's 'prayer warrior' and a passionate Trump supporter.

Judge throws out class action against Christian group brought by LGBT activists
Judge throws out class action against Christian group brought by LGBT activists

A judge in Canada has thrown out a $100 million-plus class-action defamation lawsuit brought by homosexual activists against a Christian group.

Q&A explainer: Why are ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting in Jerusalem against the State of Israel?
Q&A explainer: Why are ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting in Jerusalem against the State of Israel?

Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews have been protesting in Jerusalem, most recently on Tuesday. So, what's going on? Why are ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting against the State of Israel?

Second complaint over \'abusive and derogatory\' comments against gay cleric as pressure builds on Church in Wales
Second complaint over 'abusive and derogatory' comments against gay cleric as pressure builds on Church in Wales

A second complaint has been lodged as pressure builds over alleged homophobia by the Church in Wales after a senior gay cleric was blocked from being appointed a bishop.

The profound Christian faith of Vincent van Gogh
The profound Christian faith of Vincent van Gogh

Today is the birthday of the legendary artist Vincent van Gogh. The artist is beloved for his unique, rich and vibrant style – and remembered as a misunderstood genius whose life ended in tragedy. What many may miss is that behind his masterful art and complex life was a committed Christian faith.

You can transform the world through love: here\'s how
You can transform the world through love: here's how

The teaching of Jesus about love makes a transformative difference, both to individuals and society.

The hidden crisis facing Iraq\'s refugees – their medicines have run out
The hidden crisis facing Iraq's refugees – their medicines have run out

Medical needs that are not being met in Iraqi Kurdistan have reached a critical point, according to the UK-based medical donations charity International Health Partners (IHP).

Princeton and Tim Keller: Why complementarians need to realise graciousness cuts both ways
Princeton and Tim Keller: Why complementarians need to realise graciousness cuts both ways

The conservative backlash against Princeton Theological Seminary's recent decision to rescind the Kuyper Prize awarded to Tim Keller has proved to be a fascinating insight into what happens when the views of the status quo are challenged – no matter how graciously.

Pakistani Christian killed in the street had refused to work on a Sunday
Pakistani Christian killed in the street had refused to work on a Sunday

A young Christian in Pakistan was shot and killed in the street allegedly for refusing the demands of an influential Muslim.