South African Christian News: Telling the God Stories of Africa
As a former sports editor, I’m sure you won’t mind if I indulge in a bit of rugby banter. In the midst of so much misery in our troubled world, the Italians gave us something to cheer about with their historic victory at one of the ‘holy sites’ of the […]
Over a quarter-of-a-century ago, a newly-married Australian couple set off to see the world before they settled down. But once they reached Israel, they never looked back; and they are still there today, sharing the good news of the Jewish Messiah with all who will hear. But before they left […]
By Charles Gardner, UK correspondent A few weeks ago, I wrote of the extraordinary way in which a religious song has caught the imagination of Israelis – to such an extent that it has attracted no less than 29 million views on YouTube. Bearing in mind that modern Israel is […]
God is in control! By UK correspondent, Charles Gardner Amidst all the chaos we are witnessing, both at home and abroad, it’s vital we appreciate that God is in charge. And it’s best if we fit into his plans, rather than expect him to shoe-horn himself into our busy schedule. […]
As I write, I am preparing for a CMJ Day in Hull, which will include talks and presentations on the work of the Church’s ministry among Jewish people. The location feels very significant since it was the home city of William Wilberforce, who made such a huge impact both on […]
UK correspondent Charles Gardner says rich, godly heritage of Pilgrim Fathers being thrown away for bowl of ‘tasteless green stew’ As the media scrum moves to Glasgow for the latest global summit on climate change, few will be aware of a much more significant event. For it coincides with the […]
Charles Gardner pays tribute to UK parliamentarian Sir David Amess who was fatally stabbed in his office in a church building last Friday in what police are calling a terrorist attack I believe it is so important that we pay tribute to Sir David Amess, brutally assassinated at Leigh-on-Sea while […]
After mingling with Christians over the past few days as pandemic restrictions are eased, I get the sense that many are giving up the struggle — not of their personal faith, perhaps, but of our national capitulation to the tidal wave of “wokedom”. It’s as if they are saying: “There’s […]
Londoner Brian Greenaway grew up in a loving family very much aware of his Jewish identity, but from a political Zionist, rather than a religious point of view. He was prejudiced against Arabs as he felt they were trying to destroy his people, and he hated Christians because of the […]
By Charles Gardner, UK Correspondent I guess many people are breathing a sigh of relief now that the White House has closed its doors on Mr Trump. They think it’s all over. But my message to them is: “You ain’t seen nothing yet!” So, fasten your seat-belts, for you are […]