Woman Alive deputy editor Jemimah Wright, brings together the stories that resonated most deeply with readers in 2025. From powerful testimonies and hard-hitting investigations to reflections on faith in public life, these are the articles you read, shared and returned to again and again.
Dear Woman Alive readers, here is a round-up of your top six most read articles in 2025:
1. What happened when porn-star cried, ‘Jesus, Buddha, God, whichever one of you is real, save me.’
What it’s about: Sophie Dianne on ex porn star Brittni De La Mora’s testimony of coming to Christ and leaving porn. Once regarded as a world-famous porn star, Brittni De La Mora (professionally known as Jenna Presley), spent seven years in the industry before a divine call saved her life. Along with husband Richard, Brittni now leads Love Always Ministries.
2. The truth has to come out: ‘I had to confront what Mike was doing’
What it’s about: Elizabeth Zion Herder served in leadership and advisory roles at the International House of Prayer in Kansas City (IHOPKC) for 15 years, from 2002 to 2017. She remained part of the church community until 2022, when she and her family separated from IHOPKC due to significant, biblically irreconcilable issues, including unaddressed error, sin and abuse. Elizabeth spoke with deputy editor Jemimah Wright about exposing the abuse of IHOPKC founder, Mike Bickle
3. Michelle Agyemang: The faith of a Lioness
What it’s about: In the wake of the Lionesses’ thrilling Euros final victory over Spain, Maxine Harrison shines a light on rising star Michelle Agyemang — a 19-year-old striker whose talent on the pitch is matched by her bold Christian faith.
4. What we know of the faith of actress, Tamsin Greig
What it’s about: ‘Tamsin’s ability to balance comedy with drama has made her a versatile talent, landing roles in a wide range of projects, including Episodes and Friday Night Dinner. Her performances often explore themes of human connection, vulnerability, and resilience—qualities that align with a personal faith,’ says Jemimah Wright.
5. ‘God carried me when I was told I needed to terminate my pregnancy’
What it’s about: ‘At a routine check up on the baby, a few days before our planned C-section, her heart rate kept disappearing. Distressed this was the end, I agreed whole-heartedly to an emergency C-section as our church community prayed fervently over Zoom,’ says Beth Appleby.
What it’s about: As the world celebrates Halloween, former occultist Elizabeth Klanga shares how what seemed like harmless fun once opened doors to real darkness and how only Jesus brought her true freedom.
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