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What does the Bible say about being rooted in Christ?
It's human nature to be intrigued by the origins of things. Centuries have been spent investigating the origins of life, behaviour patterns and genealogy, and this fascination with beginnings isn't limited to theological or scientific study.
7 Bible verses to comfort, uplift and inspire you as you face a challenge
The Bible is full of verses to comfort, inspire and uplift you as you face both everyday and out of the ordinary challenges but if you're not sure where to turn, these passages can set you in the right direction.
Forgiveness 2.0: what John 21 teaches us about giving and receiving second chances
Second chances can feel like forgiveness 2.0. Not only do we have to put aside feelings of resentment, judgement and retribution, we also have to welcome the person who hurt us in the past back into our lives and give them the opportunity to do right, knowing they could hurt us again.
Top Anglican condemns forgery allegations as 'scurrilous' and 'untrue'
A leading Anglican official has condemned allegations of forgery around a meeting of Anglican leaders in Africa as "scurrilous", "untrue" and "against all biblical principles of appropriate behaviour".
Families of schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram struggling for survival
The families of the schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram in Chibok, Nigeria, are struggling for survival as the two year anniversary of the abduction looms.
Masters: Prayer 'not allowed' for son of a preacher man Danny Willett
Newly crowned Masters champion Danny Willett had no help from God despite being the son of a Church of England vicar.
Muslims in Bulgaria pull together to rebuild Christian church
Muslims in a small village in Bulgaria have raised the funds and contributed the labour to restore a century-old Eastern Orthodox church.
Lutheran Church of Norway votes in favour of gay marriage
Gay marriage campaigners are celebrating in Norway after the country's Lutheran Church today voted in favour of same-sex unions.
No man is an island so why do we find it so hard to ask for help?
Last week, three men were rescued from a desert island after a navy plane spotted their distress signal, a sign spelling out "help" made from leaves. But when it comes to everyday situations, it's not always as easy to see that someone needs our help.
Emotional manipulation: 6 Christian ways of dealing with 'bully on the playground'
Emotional manipulation is a serious issue even among Christians, and it something that is happening in homes, schools, workplaces, and even in the church.
When ministry turns toxic: How pastors can care too much for their congregations
The good shepherd gives his life for his sheep. If he has a hundred of them and one goes missing, he'll search until he finds it.
Government cuts hit Catholic charities hard as they attempt more for less
At one stage the Big Society mantra seemed like an opportunity for Christian charities to take greater prominence in providing public services and support.
Former Archbishop of Canterbury calls on Corbyn to combat antisemitism
A former Archbishop of Canterbury has warned that Labour will not be ready to govern if Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn does not act to combat antisemitism.
Do your words bring life or death?
What if we avoided criticism, gossip and hurtful comments and instead spoke words that encourage others, build them up and speak to their potential?
Tim Tebow shows how people can make a difference in the world even if they don't have fame, money or power
A lot of Christians suffer from self-doubt when it comes to carrying out God's mission, and often cite several reasons why they cannot minister to others. Former NFL quarterback and current SEC analyst Tim Tebow understands this fear, but he is encouraging people to rise above themselves and just have faith in God.
Phil Robertson delivers prayer at NASCAR race, urges Americans to 'put Jesus-man in the White House'
"Duck Dynasty" patriarch Phil Robertson delivered the invocation during the NASCAR circuit pre-race ceremony held at the Texas Motor Speedway over the weekend, and he prayed that America will eventually "put a Jesus-man in the White House."