UK archaeologists use metal-detecting hobbyists' finds to study medieval faith
Archaeologists hope to capitalize on a local fad for metal detecting to examine pilgrimage and personal piety in areas where the written record is thin.
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Max Lucado on returning to the true meaning of Christmas
As the world grapples with unprecedented challenges, pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado is calling for a return to the foundational truths of the Christmas season, urging believers and the broader community to rediscover the peace and resilience found in the story of Jesus Christ's birth.
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God kept us safe' - World War II memories from an almost-evacuated child
Pam Sydenham is a 93-year-old resident at Shottermill House, a Pilgrims' Friend Society home in Haslemere, Surrey. She calls her memories of World War II and how she learned to trust in God during the years of uncertainty.
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Faith strengthens families and gives hope, study finds
A new study has shed light on the way in which faith strengthens families, helping them stay together in the face of adversity and providing a foundation for an ongoing source of hope in future life.
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The Great Escape - and the greatest of escapes
Why, though, for all its achievements, has The Great Escape, which barely mentions Christmas, become such a seasonal favourite?
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Restoring the ministry of blessing
Christian Today spoke with Roy Godwin, founder of the Local Houses of Prayer movement and The Caleb Initiative, to hear his thoughts on restoring the ministry of blessing, the minimizing of the gospel message and whether he sees an increasing curiosity about God.
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Muslim-turned-atheist rights activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali says she is now a Christian
Hirsi Ali critiques atheism for leaving a "God hole," which she believes has led to the rise of irrational ideologies and the erosion of Western values.
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Most Christians think AI isn't good for the Church: study
As some pastors experiment with using artificial intelligence to generate a church sermon, a new study released by Barna shows that the majority of Christians don't believe AI is good for the Church.
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Guerrilla control, blockades, and long river journeys: a day in the life of Latin American Bible translators
The entire translation team, no matter what direction they were coming from, put their lives at risk as they passed through guerrilla-controlled areas.
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Peace as a fruit of the Spirit
In the bustling and chaotic world we inhabit, the pursuit of peace often feels like an elusive dream. Yet, for us believers, the concept of peace goes far beyond external circumstances; it is an essential component of the fruit of the Spirit.
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10 years of marriage, 10 years of God's faithfulness
As we approach this year's milestone anniversary, we feel able to see far beyond what we have in the past, and it is a magnificent mountain top view.
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There is wisdom, soul healing and power to be found through forgiveness
In our physical world, often filled with conflicts and disagreements, where nations and neighbours seem to clash, people of faith may wonder: must hatred prevail, or can forgiveness bring about lasting peace and healing?
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In the face of endemic loneliness, belonging is the proven antidote
With the fast pace of life and ever-increasing demands upon our time, we are becoming more and more prone to superficial and fleeting connections, when what we really need, more than ever, is true belonging.
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