The colour of revival by Alexander Chow
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Alexander Chow says this: “Christians with a Global Majority Heritage are reshaping British Christianity in vital and vibrant ways.”
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Preaching the story by William Lowries
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William shares how he began using narrative storytelling in his preaching. If you value storytelling inspired by Scripture and guided by the Holy Spirit, have you tried weaving it into your own preaching?
Read More5 reasons why churches should engage with Parkrun
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In this article, Tim shares the similarities, the differences and the inspiration that Parkrun offers to church leaders for their sermon preparation and their community engagement through connecting with their local Parkrun.
Read MoreWhat if the real rebel is the man who loves Jesus?
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In this article, Duncan Williams explores righteous rebellion. Sharing from personal experience, not all rebellion is wrong and loving Jesus is where we need to keep our focus and hearts on.
Read MoreWhat is your Church doing to support survivors of domestic abuse?
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Behind these statistics are real people; women like those you pictured at the start of this article, women who will be sitting in your pews, keeping the fact that they are being abused secret due to fear and shame.
Read MoreLeaves and Squirrels: How nature reveals the nuances of preaching
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Faithful preaching, much like the squirrel’s work, requires preparation in and out of season. It does not matter if you feel like it or not, or whether you are excited about the biblical passage before you, or even if it feels familiar.
Read MoreWhat does your congregation ask about climate change? Part 3
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Over the years, I’ve talked with many Christian congregations and groups about climate change. In the course of these conversations, I’ve discovered that there are three questions that come up over and again. Why not speak proactively to these concerns in your preaching?
Read MoreWhat does your congregation ask about climate change? Part 2
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Over the years, I’ve talked with many Christian congregations and groups about climate change. In the course of these conversations, I’ve discovered that there are three questions that come up over and again. Why not speak proactively to these concerns in your preaching?
Read MoreWhat does your congregation ask about climate change? Part 1
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Over the years, I’ve talked with many Christian congregations and groups about climate change. In the course of these conversations, I’ve discovered that there are three questions that come up over and again. Why not speak proactively to these concerns in your preaching?
Read MorePreaching from the Epistles
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In this article, Andy Peck explores the challenges and the rich potential of preaching from the New Testament letters. Insightful, practical, and encouraging for preachers at every stage.
Read MoreBlood sweat and tears: When preaching hurts
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Do you enjoy preaching? Does sermon prep or any part of the preaching role hurt? Steve Holmes unpacks the topic for us in this article.
Read MoreLent and the Epistles: Emerging discipleship
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In this article, Andy highlights the growing need for discipleship and explores how the epistles can guide us during Lent in reaching those who are thirsting for more.
Read MoreUsing planes for peace | Jack Hemmings
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From its small beginnings after the ashes of World War II to the challenges of the 21st century, MAF’s ministry has been blessed in ways Jack and Stuart could never have imagined.
Read MoreUnderstanding the psyche of a congregation
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In this article, Andy summarises the training he delivered in last year’s Preaching Workshop. He explores the nuances of preaching, focusing on the importance of understanding how the congregation may receive the message and what to take into account.
Read MoreCreativity and Innovation in Preaching
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Do liberals and conservatives have polarised views on the place of creativity in preaching? We asked two preachers from different ends of the theological spectrum to give us their thoughts…
Read MoreRediscovering the Magic of Christmas
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In this article, John Hayward shares how he came to write his book Rediscovering the Magic of Christmas: An Advent Adventure from Genesis to Revelation (IVP, 2024).
Read MoreGenerosity like King David
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In this article, Wendy Pawsey explores the blessings of generosity and what it means to give and receive generously. How has God instructed us to act with generosity? And how can we increase our generosity to receive more in return?
Read MorePreaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
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Why should we encourage STEM conversations in the church? Has science been treated as a subject for a sermon that is to be avoided as it causes controversy and conversational unrest? Perhaps in the digital age we find ourselves in, we need to foster a love of science that encourages more scientific individuals to engage with the church and become missionaries in their fields.
Read MoreJacob Arminius: Theologian of Grace - Keith D Stanglin and Thomas H McCall
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Arminius is probably one of the most influential thinkers you’ve never heard of. His insights, controversial at the time of his life, became a motivation for renewal of the church, and were a major influence on the Wesley brothers, the founders of Methodism.
Read MoreHosea 1: Minor prophet major outrage
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A perspective on Hosea by John Griffiths. His viewpoint on the outrage of Hosea at the instruction to marry a promiscuous woman. A reflection of God’s marriage to his church, broken and adulterated.
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