Today, as many Christians continue to face severe persecution and martyrdom around the world, the example of the Martyrs of Japan and the communities of "Kakure Kirishitan" there remind us of the extraordinary faith and courage of such fellow-believers, writes Martyn Whittock.
John Wesley was a dynamic and gifted man who became one of the most significant figures in British history. Let me highlight three aspects that I find particularly striking.
Megachurches "are poor places for formation and pastoral care", says respected pastor Tim Keller.
Bible reading in the US has "dramatically decreased" in the last year, according to the latest research by the American Bible Society.
Lottie Moon lived alone in a small Chinese town, adopting everything of Chinese culture that wasn't in contradiction to Christianity and developing her own innovative ways of preaching. The fruit was remarkable and she saw hundreds of converts and numerous churches begin.
After reviewing 2.7 million songs churches sang and 91,000 sermons delivered in 2021 amid the raging COVID-19 pandemic, the church technology company Faithlife has published its annual report revealing top worship songs and sermon trends of the last year.
An overwhelming majority of American parents are concerned about their children's spiritual well-being, with concerns highest among practicing Christians, according to a poll released by Barna.
Washington had some sound advice for Will Smith after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, but it's a lesson for all of us, writes Claire Musters.
This is where learning to lament is so powerful.
"Without robust religious experiences to draw on, Americans feel less connected to the traditions and beliefs of their parents' faith."
In churches across the US, there has been little or no rise in the number of people attending in-person religious services over the past six months.
There are two very simple principles to make your money go further.
A majority of Americans, including Christians and non-Christians, are concerned that America's moral compass is pointed in the wrong direction and they're turning to family for guidance
