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Unravelled

A new year is bestowed upon us once again. Once again I find myself reflecting on the previous year. Likewise, I am praising God for triumphs and trusting Him with ongoing struggles as our family prepares for 2018.  

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Can Rock Star Alice Cooper Really Be A Christian?

The shock-rock star was brought up as a pastor’s kid. But his later stage shows, which featured electric chairs, fake blood and snakes were designed to shock. In the 1970s Cooper became addicted to drugs and alcohol.

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Can God Be Trusted?

In a world riddled with disappointment, malice and tragedy, what rationale do we have for believing in a benevolent God?

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What Does It Really Mean to Be a Child of God?

Most people do not have any idea what it means to become a child of God. As a result, they are missing one of the most amazing messages in the Bible.

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How to Deal with Chronic Fear and Anxiety

If there is one thing that holds millions of people back each day from growing as an individual, achieving high levels of success and becoming the best version of themselves, fear is definitely at the top of the list.

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Feeling Anxious? Beat Anxiety with 3 Biblical Steps

Anxiety, worry and tension are some of the most destructive forces we can face. They sap our strength and slowly undermine our faith, keeping us from maturing in the Lord (Luke 8:14).  

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How to Stand With God Through the Storms of Life

Our world is full of storms. There are snowstorms, hailstorms, and rainstorms. Reflecting on the divine purpose in hardship can help us respond to trials in a God-honoring way as we seek to understand the lessons He wants us to learn through life’s dark moments.

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The Powers That Be Don’t Really Care. Do You?

Did you ever have a “friend” in high school that loved causing fights? You know the kind. They act like your best friend but whisper bad things about others in your ear. Then they turn around and say nasty stuff about you to others. They strike a match, sit back and enjoy the flames.

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“Britain should take pride in its Christian heritage” says Theresa May

As we celebrate the birth of Christ, let us celebrate all those selfless acts – and countless others – that epitomise the values we share: Christian values of love, service and compassion that are lived out every day in our country by people all faiths and none.

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50 Profound Martin Luther Quotes About Faith

Known for his combination of wit and wisdom, 471 years after his death, Martin Luther  still has an influence on the Church.

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Christians Seen as ‘Dangerous and Offensive’ Says Former Liberal Democrat Leader

If you actively hold a faith that is more than an expression of cultural identity, you are deemed far worse than eccentric. You are risk to society, says Tim Farron

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Gay Prayer Remarks for Prince George Described As “Un-Christian and Anti-Constitutional”

‘It is an unkind and destabilising prayer. It is the theological equivalent of the curse of the wicked fairy in one of the fairy tales. It is un-Christian as well as being anti-constitutional. It is a very long way from being a blessing for Prince George.’ – Gavin Ashenden, a former Chaplain to the Queen

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Top 45 Walk By Faith Quotes

What if the next big step God wants you to take is actually small?

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Seasonal Depression: Remembering God’s Provision

You’re here. Let’s go there. We’re praying for you. Got a prayer request connected to Seasonal Depression Tell me about it.

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Don’t Dismiss the Power of Prayer

What do a prince and stonemason have in common? Or an archbishop and an innkeeper? A prime minister and a film star, a rabbi and a footballer, an astronaut and a sheep farmer? They all, at some time or another pray.

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Through Hope, In Faith and By Prayer

I think that sometimes when we don’t see results we can sometimes feel that we are praying in vain. That our prayers are not always heard. It’s a human response to feeling that you are praying your last prayer, due to sheer exhaustion, because of what is happening in your life or the situation you […]