Life

Churches that expect growth are more likely to see growth - survey
Churches that expect growth are more likely to see growth - survey

When it comes to church planting in the post-Covid era, having a vision of exponential growth could be a significant factor, according to a new survey.

The fellowship of suffering
The fellowship of suffering

Tests and trials are all part of the experience of the saint.

Non-denominational pastors found to hold more biblical views - survey
Non-denominational pastors found to hold more biblical views - survey

A new survey reveals that pastors of non-denominational churches are more likely to hold a biblical worldview than pastors belonging to all other denominations.

The art of rest
The art of rest

It is so important that we don't lose those precious moments in every day in which we can stop, take stock, be before God and simply breathe him in – however that works best for us.

Lilias Trotter: Talented artist, dedicated missionary
Lilias Trotter: Talented artist, dedicated missionary

Despite persecution and the emigration of believers, the Algerian church has endured and her mission organisation continues today as Arab World Ministries.

I need you in order to survive
I need you in order to survive

From creation, God said it was not good for man to be alone, so why do we feel like we can be alone and survive effectively?

Good faith works just like a compass
Good faith works just like a compass

I believe meditating on things is like the striking of a magnet. Each time you think upon a thought, event, person or idea, you are striking your inner compass to become more aligned with that way of thinking.

Trusting God with our journey through life
Trusting God with our journey through life

Nobody was ever intended to make this journey called life on their own.

Trusting that it will all come together
Trusting that it will all come together

God already knows what will happen in our lives and will use all our experiences, even the bad ones for our good.

Jesus and archery
Jesus and archery

Do you know the link between the sport of archery and faith? Read on.

Matt Chandler takes leave of absence over Instagram messages with woman
Matt Chandler takes leave of absence over Instagram messages with woman

"In this case, while the messages were not romantic or sexual in nature, the frequency and familiarity of the messages crossed a line," his church elders said.

Whatever happened to congregational prayer?
Whatever happened to congregational prayer?

Once upon a time, in a land far, far away, church services used to include a time of congregational prayer.

Longing for the future Eden
Longing for the future Eden

We can begin living out that future reality today by resisting division and seeking harmony. How can you play your part in restoring God's harmony in the world this week?

Shia LaBeouf says he was suicidal before conversion to Catholicism
Shia LaBeouf says he was suicidal before conversion to Catholicism

The actor is gearing up for the Sept. 9 release of his latest film, "Padre Pio," where he stars in the role of the beloved Franciscan Capuchin friar.

Are you really listening?
Are you really listening?

Do we really listen? Or are we just hearing?

Would you wear something offensive to God?
Would you wear something offensive to God?

When we look at our life, can we say, "I am truly walking in a manner worthy of the Lord?" or are we making too many compromises?