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'Catastrophe' threatens East Africa as rains fail again
East Africa is on the brink of a 'monumental catastrophe' because the global community has failed to provide the funds needed to help starving people, according to Christian Aid.

Israeli dig uncovers lost jewellery and remains stretching back 6,000 years
An archaeological dig in Israel has uncovered a collection of 900-year old women's jewelry, amid remains dating as old as 6,000 years.

What does the choice of Wheaton College for a consecration say about GAFCON's new 'missionary bishop'?
The conservative Anglican GAFCON grouping will consecrate its new 'Missionary Bishop for Europe' at Wheaton College at the end of this month.

Fury as New Zealand festival removes word 'Israel' from Joseph musical
A New Zealand production of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' sponsored by a local council has been forced to apologise to the famous lyricist Tim Rice after removing the word 'Israel' from the lyric to one of the songs.

Are God and science at war? Not according to the priest behind the Big Bang Theory
The scientific hypothesis known as the Big Bang Theory has stoked controversy among some in the Church, but it's often forgotten that the idea was conceived by a Christian priest.

Local pastor says people 'are entitled' to protest the Government over Grenfell Tower fire
A local pastor has said that he understands why people are planning to protest the Government tomorrow over the disastrous fire at Grenfell Tower, which he described as a 'monument of shame to this country'.

Hymn writer Keith Getty: Nominal, shallow Christianity has no future, we must proclaim that Jesus Christ is Lord
Hymn writer Keith Getty tells Christian Today how â and why â he writes his amazing music: 'The idea that your creativity can enrich people and help them sing to the Lord is incredible'

World Refugee Day: 3 Bible reasons Christians can't turn their backs on strangers
Today is World Refugee Day, an occasion for the whole world to mark and raise awareness of the global refugee crisis. Debate rages on about the best way to help, but what does the Bible say?

A lesson from Acts: You are not the saviour of the world
In 1992, when Glasnost and Perestroika came to the Soviet Union, a group of teenagers boarded a plane from London to Moscow to bring the gospel to that great city.

Former North Korea prisoner Kenneth Bae expresses 'outrage' over Otto Warmbier's death
A Christian missionary who was himself detained in North Korea has called for prayers over the 'outrage' and 'tragedy' of the death of the American student Otto Warmbier.

How should Christians respond to our Muslim neighbours?
Many articles and responding comments from Christians talk about a need to defend ourselves against violence and against an ideology that wants to rule.

How you can help refugees: Community Sponsorship works, says Salvation Army
On World Refugee Day today, the Salvation Army is encouraging communities to help refugee families through thegovernment's Community Sponsorship Scheme.

Pakistani Christian arrested for insulting Mohammad as state continues crackdown on 'blasphemy'
A Christian Pakistani man was arrested last week facing accusations of blasphemy, as the country's stringent, controversial crackdown on 'blasphemy' continues.

6 Bible verses to help you face uncertainties in life
Our God is faithful, and we can hold on to Him in times of doubt and insecurity.

What the Bible has to say about being prosperous and successful in all that you do
Here are some things that we will achieve and receive when we carefully obey the Word of God

Looking for a spouse: The characteristics of a Godly wife
Single young men who are praying for a wife should know that God has given details about the ideal wife in the Bible.