More stories in life

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  Mary's Magnificat: the wait is over

  John Stonestreet and Maria Baer | Sat 24 Dec 2022 11:13 GMT

  Today, we do not wait for the Messiah to bring salvation. We wait for the Messiah to return, when He will reveal Himself fully as King and restorer of all creation.

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  The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas

  Troy Bickham | Fri 23 Dec 2022 8:49 GMT

  The modern Christmas tree is a universal symbol that carries meanings both religious and secular. Adorned with lights, they promote hope and offer brightness in literally the darkest time of year for half of the world.

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  An Advent miracle: can we put ourselves in Joseph's sandals and trust in God against the odds?

  Igor Améstequi | Fri 23 Dec 2022 8:48 GMT

  For Joseph, there was no human solution to the problem, so God stepped in to create one.

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  Helping people find food, hope and faith during the cost of living crisis

  Christian Today | Thu 22 Dec 2022 7:29 GMT

  The Message Trust's community groceries aren't just helping people practically. They're also offering people life skills, friendship and the chance to discover the ultimate source of hope - Jesus.

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  Hardship may come but don't worry, just prepare

  William Weir | Thu 22 Dec 2022 7:18 GMT

  There is something that we urgently need to come to grips with. The world is changing, and not for the best.

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  The challenge within 'peace to all men'

  Victor Brown | Thu 22 Dec 2022 7:16 GMT

  Friendship with the world is enmity with God. This means we will never be truly at peace with this fallen world while we live in it as light in darkness and as sheep sent among wolves.

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  Bringing warmth and light to London's homeless

  London City Mission | Mon 19 Dec 2022 6:34 GMT

  "London's got everything, but it can be the loneliest place in the world," says former rough sleeper.

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  In praise of a quieter Christmas

  Peter Crumpler | Mon 19 Dec 2022 6:30 GMT

  Special, quieter, services at this time of year can give many people the chance to reflect and bring their grief, their worries and concerns to Jesus.

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  Watch out for the sheep: live animals bring spectacle and humour to Nativity scenes

  Bob Smietana | Sat 17 Dec 2022 8:42 GMT

  Though they aren't mentioned in the Bible Christmas story, live animals have been part of nativity scenes since the 1200s. But sometimes things go awry, including a recent case of cows on the loose.

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  Lysa TerKeurst reflects on 'healing' after end of 29-year marriage

  Leah MarieAnn Klett | Thu 15 Dec 2022 8:54 GMT

  Proverbs 31 Ministries founder Lysa TerKeurst has reflected on the "healing" she's done over the last two years following the divorce from her husband of 29 years due to his infidelity and substance abuse issues.

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  Growth of religious 'nones' appears to be slowing: Gallup report

  Michael Gryboski | Thu 15 Dec 2022 8:38 GMT

  Americans who identify as religious unaffiliated appear to be slowing in their population growth, according to a recent analysis from the prominent polling organization Gallup.

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  Only half of UK Christians think it is important to share their faith with others

  Staff writer | Mon 12 Dec 2022 11:32 GMT

  The survey also found that many know nothing about the Great Commission.