British Isles
Friday, 28 April 2017 02:34
Christians in Parliament: update
An email message from ‘Christians in Parliament’ says, ‘We have been encouraged by increasing numbers of people at our weekly chapel services, with guests preaching from Genesis, the parables of Jesus, and Ruth. During this hectic…
Friday, 21 April 2017 02:30
Friday Focus: pray for five work colleagues
Our workplaces provide a unique opportunity to build relationships with nonbelievers. Every day they see the difference our faith makes to how we work, the way we relate, our resilience under pressure, and our attitude to…
Friday, 21 April 2017 02:28
God’s plans for a time of political change
The day after Theresa May called a snap election, a declaration was posted on the website passionforthenation.uk. The following prayer is based on that declaration: ‘We decree that in every constituency, God’s purpose and God’s plans…
Friday, 21 April 2017 02:26
Politicians hit the campaign trail
Britain’s national newspapers are full of opinions, reports and analysis. The Daily Mail has an air of menace, the Sun and Telegraph proclaim Tory triumph, the Times and Guardian see bids for political strength. Some fear…
Friday, 21 April 2017 02:24
Experts excited by brain 'wonder-drug'
A neurodegenerative disease causes the cells of the brain and spinal cord to be lost. The functions of these cells include decision-making and control of movements. Damaged and lost cells are not easily regenerated, so the…
Friday, 21 April 2017 02:22
Christians urged to help shape our country's future
The Evangelical Alliance (EA) has called on Christians to 'fully engage' in the general election and speak hopefully with vision for the future. They will release resources to help churches discuss the opportunities and challenges facing…