Opinion

A new framework for mission is needed
If we are serious about using missions to develop disciples around the world and impact communities in the long-term then we must prioritise approaches that benefit the reached more than the 'reachers'.

A dialogue on Judaism and the environment
A dialogue between Professor Richard Schwartz, President Emeritus of the Jewish Vegetarians of North American and Dr Irene Lancaster, Chair of the Broughton Park Jewish Christian Dialogue Group and author of Deconstructing the Bible.

Pakistan's Christians live in fear of mob justice
Since the Quran burning incident in Sweden, Pakistan has witnessed an increasing number of allegations of blasphemy cases against Christians.

The Church of England's decline is taking its toll on frontline clergy morale
It is sad that the Church of England clergy surveyed by The Times have not made the connection between their own low morale and the left-wing bureaucratic institution they work for.

New report proves religion far from dead in China
A new research project has delivered an unprecedented range of insights into the religious and spiritual practices of the world's most populous nation.

Is Jesus' yoke woke?
Since 2010 this word has expanded and been somewhat hijacked by both liberal and conservative politics.

Is your town a good place to grow old?
It's true that generally people are living longer and in better health than in generations before, but there are increasing challenges for older men and women in our communities.

How long before a UK Christian politician gets the Finland treatment?
As the Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen begins her trial at Helsinki's Court of Appeal on Thursday for her Christian belief in traditional marriage, the silence from Western political leaders is deafening.

What does the case of baby killing nurse Lucy Letby tell us about our society?
Our confused society can hardly define evil, let alone deal with it.

Sharing the Gospel from South Africa to Scotland
Evangelist and apologist Steve Osmond speaks to Christian Today about the spiritual climate in his native South Africa and Scotland, where he's just taken up a new role at the Solas Centre for Public Christianity.

What in the world is God doing?
Theologian Martin Davie gives his answer to this question with a look at some of the writers who have influenced him.

Martin Luther and the transformative power of individual conviction
The impact of Martin Luther on modern Christianity is immeasurable.

Good Omens 2 and unexpected friendships
We all need friendships that ask us to examine our faith, to question assumptions, and think.

Destroyed churches, vandalised crosses and burnt bibles - religious freedom is in great peril in Pakistan
17 August will always be remembered as a "black day" in the history of Pakistan which has left Christians heartbroken, frustrated and hopeless.

The New Testament Church of God: 70 years of sharing the Gospel
Christian Today speaks with Bishop Claion Grandison, National Overseer of the New Testament Church of God, as it celebrates its 70th anniversary.

5 crucial lessons learned from planting a church
Why do many endeavors fail...why do many church plants fail? The reasons are many, but I believe that much depends on the spiritual life of the pastor in regard to humility and brokenness.