The Psalms: Mark Greene points out that the God we worship in the Psalms is the God of both soldiers and singers

How to feast well at Chinese New Year by Mark Nam

Rachel Mann introduces us to the ideas behind her brand new Lent course, Still Standing, based on the musical Rocketman about the life of Elton John.

What sort of a Christmas are you having? Whether large or small, on Zoom or in church, Christmas is still Christmas and, Catherine Pepinster suggests, we can all witness to what the message of Christmas is. Being a witness is connected in meaning and significance to being a martyr. With the 850th anniversary of the famous martyr Thomas Becket on 29 December, this is a good time to reflect on our own witness at Christmas.

A life of perseverance to encourage us all.: at the start of 2020, MAF had no idea that a 75th year celebration would be cancelled due to Covid-19, nor that Stuart King, co-founder, would die the same year, at 98.

But God knew and, despite challenges and adversity, He continues to bless MAF. As Paul encourages us in James 1:2, ‘Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.’

Ironically, MAF – the world’s largest humanitarian airline – exists because of war, hardship and difficulty.

NT Wright writes exclusively for you - preachers - here on the Preach blog. Reflecting on preaching during Covid-19, he shares his insight into what preaching is all about today - read on and be encouraged.

Mental and emotional health are top of the agenda this week – how could the church and other organisations help combat loneliness and support wellbeing? Patrick Regan, Will van der Hart, Kate Middleton and others are calling for a unified conversation. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #preachingCovid19

For a free digital download of Preaching and Mental Health go to https://www.preachweb.org/preaching-and-mental-health-issue

Are you wondering where God is in the storm of Covid-19? Helen Roberts reflects on why we know Jesus is with us.
Helen is a senior leader of Wellspring Church, Watford, an author and speaker and serves actively in local civic leadership.

A poem for VE Day by Clare Masters, inspired by the current lockdown and the commemorative red, white and blue bunting across the UK.

‘Prayer for captives’ in the midst of Covid-19 is a report and prayer from CSW focusing on Leah Sharibu, the last schoolgirl still held hostage by Boko Haram - it’s her birthday on 14 May.

Sermons online can be a mixed bag. Mark Cartledge from LST (London School of Theology) considers how to keep our digital preaching connected to our listener

What do we do, what can we say when people all around are asking ‘Where is Jesus?’ and heaven seems strangely silent and far away? Ian Coffey finds answers in some good books and Scripture. Ian is a Baptist minister and Director of Leadership Training at Moorlands College.

Helen Roberts reflects on where Jesus might be during Covid-19.
Helen is a senior leader of Wellspring Church, Watford, an author and speaker and serves actively in local civic leadership.

Coronavirus, Jesus and Lazarus

Christy has been immersed in the church for well over two decades - speaking, writing and training leaders.