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God’s kingdom and our dual citizenship
Jesus Christ's central message was that all people should have a change of heart (repent), for the kingdom of God is at hand. Given that 'kingdom' quite literally means the 'king's domain', this would no doubt have been of concern to the ruling authorities at that time, both Roman and Jewish. Not…
Dr David Landrum
Heavenly citizenship and earthly justice
The Prime Minister and Home Secretary have both faced difficult questions from MPs, as it has been revealed that migrants from the Caribbean who have lived in the UK for decades have been asked to prove their right to be here. Some have lost the benefits they need to live on, others have been…
John Coleby
Betting machines curbed in crucial victory for campaigners
This is a significant victory that will help protect people from developing gambling problems, and reduce the impact of gambling losses on vulnerable people. The Evangelical Alliance has long campaigned on this issue, repeatedly calling for the Government to take action, and has today joined with…
Danny Webster
Education? Education? Education?
The Government is asking a lot of questions about education at the moment. This includes the consultation on relationships and sex education (see our response and poll results here); the Government’s response to the out-of-schools consultation (see our press release here); the integrated…
Peter Mitchell
Intergenerational church: let’s show the world how it’s done
Danny Webster is advocacy and media manager at the Evangelical Alliance.This week the Intergenerational Commission published its full report into fairness between different generations. Most publicised was the organisation's proposal to grant every 25-year-old a 'citizen's inheritance' of £10,000,…
Danny Webster
Paula Gooder's Phoebe: let your imagination run loose
Being a firm believer in the Holy Spirit's ability, and assignment, to unpack God's word in order to help my heart grasp His will and purpose, I had a few reservations about Christian fiction. I wondered, how could fiction help me better engage with the Bible and God? Not only did Paula help me to…
Naomi Osinnowo
Safe Families UK
Operating across England, Scotland, Wales and NI the charity connects struggling families with volunteers able to give support through befriending, mentoring, resources and temporary overnight hosting of children.
One year on: mourn with those who mourn
I can only imagine how the survivors and family members of victims from the Manchester Arena must feel this week as they marked the first anniversary of the devastating attack that claimed the lives of 22 victims last year. Watching some of the short videos from the BBC, covering the events in…
Abi Jarvis
Evangelicals and the Reformation - 500 years on
The Reformation, as it arose at the start of the 16th century was not so much an innovation as a recovery – a recovery of the essential content of the 'evangel' or 'good news' of salvation proclaimed by Jesus Christ himself, and by his apostles. For evangelicals the importance of that recovery is…
Together serving Scotland
Around 30 MSPs attended a member’s business debate brought by Kate Forbes MSP to highlight the work of Serve Scotland, a coalition that Evangelical Alliance Scotland helps to facilitate. Serve Scotland brings together Christians who are passionate about social transformation in local communities…
Kieran Turner
Religious Liberty Commission
While it has this specific mandate to speak up for Christians, it strongly believes in the rights of all people, of any faith or none, to have freedom of religion or belief, including the freedom to convert.The Commission is formed of Release International, CSW and Open Doors UK who are all working…
New Horizon
New Horizon festival equips Christians to share Jesus and engage with challenging issues. New Horizon is seven days of equipping thousands of people of all ages through biblical teaching, worship and story, to develop a missional heart, and engage with relevant and challenging issues, all on the…
Grenfell calls for societal change
Tributes, testimonies, prayers and calls for accountability continue to pour out 12 months on from the tragic Grenfell Tower fire which left 72 people dead, 70 people injured and hundreds of people homeless. Singer Beyonce and her husband, rapper Jay-Z, are among the countless number of people who…
Naomi Osinnowo
Interview: Olivia Amartey, Elim’s new exec director
In an interview for the Evangelical Alliance, Olivia talks about the unwritten rules of success and encourages the church to proactively pursue intentional learning that embraces the diversity and unique perspectives of others. How have your past experiences equipped you for this new…
Naomi Osinnowo
South Asian Forum: the world on our doorstep
The Evangelical Alliance has published The World on our Doorstep, a book written to equip and inspire mission and engagement with other faiths. Authored by Dewi Hughes, who was Tearfund's theological advisor for nearly two decades, the book mixes practical examples with pastoral advice for working…
Alexandra Davis
