All Faith articles – Page 5
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Parents, do not despair - there is hope for our young people!
Alongside all the current crises they are facing – mental health challenges, societal pressures, and an epidemic of faith deconstruction that is leading some to walk away from Jesus – Liz Bewley is convinced that the Holy Spirit is moving
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God gave us a building for £1!
Victoria Armstrong is the founder of the Oasis Centre in Gorton, Manchester. When she first moved there as a student, she could never have imagined the vision God would give her
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A prayer of thanks – and hope
The flowers of May are the Lily of the Valley, which symbolises the return of happiness, alongside the Hawthorn, which means hope – how apt as we look forward to the longer, warmer days of summer. In Matthew 6:28–31, a simple and profound idea is presented: “And ...
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‘How can we make space and time to listen to God when we are always doing at least two things at once?’
Veronica Zundel looks at the lost art of ‘monotasking’ and how important it is for our relationship with God
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I was 44 when I met my husband… here’s what God said to me in the waiting
Woman Alive’s deputy editor explains how she managed to keep trusting God when it felt like her prayers weren’t being answered.
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How did the Black Death of the 1300s impact on people’s view of God - and how COVID has done the same in England
Author Andrea Sarginson explains the devastating effect the Black Death had on people’s faith in the 1300s and compares it to how people responded to the COVID pandemic.
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Are we too afraid of death? Here’s what Christians should remember
Author of Living to Finish Well Marjie Sutton asks if we can face a fear of death by better understanding the glory of eternal life.
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Flexitarianism might be a great approach to eating but in Christianity it is dangerous
Woman Alive's editor Tola Doll Fisher explains that as Christians, it's a bad idea for us to adopt a 'flexitarian' approach to faith.
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What should I do if I want to become a Christian?
Philippa Cook offers practical advice to those who have decided they want to follow Jesus.
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Easter with Wintershall: Taking Jesus’ story to where people are
Thirty years on from the first staged play of The Passion of Jesus, Tola-Doll Fisher spoke with Charlotte de Klee, trustee and producer of Wintershall, the world-famous organisation responsible for staging award-winning productions that focus on the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus
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A prayer for health
Witnessing my mum suffer from ill-health was a challenging experience. I prayed for her recovery many times. She remained cheerful and strong in spirit throughout her illness and I feel blessed to have witnessed her courage and grace. I’m sure God held her close. In her last ...
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Opinion
When my son died I had to choose between clinging to Christ or abandoning him - I don't regret my decision
When Sarah Berger was faced with the most horrific bereavement she had to choose whether she would walk away from her faith or pull closer than ever into God. Here she explains her story.
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The Asbury outpouring didn’t come out of nowhere - there were some key ingredients that paved the way for revival
Norwegian wife and mum Benedicte Mella, who lives in Kenya, went to visit Asbury University, because she heard of the revival and wanted to immerse herself in what the Holy Spirit was doing.
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I gave birth with the help of the Holy Spirit
Giving birth with the help of the Holy Spirit In 2015 I felt God tell me that I was going to have a girl, she was to be called Keziah Rose Grace and she was going to be born in Armenia (where we had just moved to). ...
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Prayer & Reflection: Experiencing God’s guidance
It’s often said a problem shared is a problem solved, and who better to share concerns with than God? Through prayer and meditation, I have found much solace. In Joshua 1:9, we are encouraged to heed God’s commandment: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do ...
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I stayed in Asbury before the revival and I totally understand why God chose it to reveal the power of his Spirit
God sent Emily Emanuel to Asbury last year, six months before revival broke out. At the time she was disappointed but with hindsight she sees how he was working.
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Opinion
Your lent survival guide: from what to give/take up to top tips for when you feel like giving up
Today, the start of lent, writer Rachael Cottle shares what helps her successfully navigate 40 days of discipline and how she uses the time to bring her closer to Jesus.
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This Lent, you should engage with famous film West Side Story - there are a lot of parallels to Jesus’ story
Authors Lavinia Byrne and Jane McBride has an unusual suggestion for connecting with God this Lent and it involves the classic musical.
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Opinion
This is the blessing that we offer to women who are worried about ageing
Authors of The Lives We Actually Lead, Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie, share a blessing for those who are concerned about ageing.