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Dawn of the dead: Are there zombies in Matthew's resurrection story?
Dawn of the dead: Are there zombies in Matthew's resurrection story?

Matthew's gospel gives one brief yet startling detail of events around Jesus' resurrection that can easily confuse: is this the biblical zombie story the church likes to forget?

Just a happy ending? Examining the evidence for the resurrection
Just a happy ending? Examining the evidence for the resurrection

Its the heart of the Easter story – but is it mere myth? Here's some of the historical evidence for the resurrection of Christ.

Archbishop Justin Welby's Easter testimony: I prayed, 'Lord Jesus, come into my life'
Archbishop Justin Welby's Easter testimony: I prayed, 'Lord Jesus, come into my life'

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has released a film telling the story of how he came to understand the cross for the first time.

'Jesus sends me consolation': Tears and hope one year on from Egypt's church bombings
'Jesus sends me consolation': Tears and hope one year on from Egypt's church bombings

Mary Edwar was holding hands with her husband Kareem Ghattas outside St Mark's Coptic cathedral in Alexandria after the packed service with some 700 families a year ago when the bomb went off and they were both thrown into the air.

'Game of Thrones' star hopes non-believers will also enjoy his new movie about Apostle Paul
'Game of Thrones' star hopes non-believers will also enjoy his new movie about Apostle Paul

James Faulkner is most well-known for his role in blockbuster HBO series "Game of Thrones", but the actor has said the he hopes that both believers and non-believers would like his new film, where he portrays the Apostle Paul.

Billy Graham's grandson has done a 'terrific job' portraying late evangelist in new Unbroken 2 movie, says producer
Billy Graham's grandson has done a 'terrific job' portraying late evangelist in new Unbroken 2 movie, says producer

The producer of "Unbroken: Path to Redemption" has praised the acting skills of Will Graham, who portrays his own grandfather, Billy Graham, in the upcoming movie about the conversion of Olympic gold medalist Louis Zamperini.

5 Christian praise & worship songs for Easter
5 Christian praise & worship songs for Easter

With more and more artists putting a contemporary twist on classic hymns, it will be good to hear some new Christian tracks to add to your celebration. Here are five songs (a mix of old and new) to add in your Easter playlist.

Trump tells advisers he wants U.S. out of Syria

President Donald Trump has told advisers he wants an early exit of U.S. troops from Syria, a stance that may put him at odds with U.S. military officials who see the fight against Islamic State as nowhere near complete.

Government gives £1.8 million to help make sustainable future for places of worship
Government gives £1.8 million to help make sustainable future for places of worship

The two-year £1.8 million scheme will be piloted in urban and rural areas in England

'I've never been so happy' - Nobel winner Malala in Pakistan

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai says she has pined for her home in Pakistan's picturesque Swat Valley, even as she recalled two years living in fear under the Taliban's harsh interpretation of Islamic law.

For one Catholic parish in China, division and confusion as historic deal looms
For one Catholic parish in China, division and confusion as historic deal looms

News of the impending deal between China and the Vatican has split communities of Catholics across China, according to some critics like Cardinal Joseph Zen in Hong Kong.

Christian singer, ex-preacher leads Costa Rica presidential election polls
Christian singer, ex-preacher leads Costa Rica presidential election polls

Will Fabricio Alvarado Munoz become the Central American country's new president come April 1?

Evangelical leaders start 40-day fast to call for immigration reform
Evangelical leaders start 40-day fast to call for immigration reform

Evangelical pastors of Hispanic congregations have reportedly begun a 40-day fast to call for reform of U.S. immigration policies.

5 Books Christians must read
5 Books Christians must read

It's good to hear God's workings from the perspective of others, and for some, their real life testimonials. Let these books inspire you and give you more wisdom to share the gospel with others.

What is the purpose of marriage according to the Bible?
What is the purpose of marriage according to the Bible?

As Christians, we must know what the true purpose of marriage is so that when you get married or already married, you can focus on achieving such goals. Here is the purpose of marriage.

Joyce Meyer jokes she's tempted to get a tattoo just to rile up 'religious people'
Joyce Meyer jokes she's tempted to get a tattoo just to rile up 'religious people'

Getting a tattoo has been the subject of debate among Christians for years but the pastor shared why she's convinced it's fine