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Jesus

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Jesus Christ is one of history’s most influential figures, shaping cultures, ethics, and spirituality worldwide. Revered by Christians as the Son of God and Saviour, He is also recognised as a prophet in Islam and a moral teacher by many non-religious individuals. Interest in Jesus remains high: a 2021 YouGov poll found that over 50% of people in the UK were curious about His teachings, and a 2022 Barna study reported that 40% of non-Christians in the US express curiosity about His life. Jesus’s message of love, forgiveness, and justice continues to resonate across cultures and belief systems.

Resources

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What is Easter About? The history and why it matters

2.6 billion Christians will be celebrating Easter, but what actually happened that makes it so important? Max looks at the historic events that took place in and around Jerusalem 2000 years ago, tracing what happened and why they became the foundation of the Christian faith.

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What Makes Me Human? Exploring Identity and Dignity

Many of us search for identity by looking inward, yet basing our worth on shifting feelings or achievements can be deeply crushing. This article explores an alternative. Drawing on biblical insights, explore how true human dignity and identity is received as a gift rather than achieved through effort.

5 min read
What Happens When We Die? Can the Resurrection Unlock Eternal Life?

Is death the end, or just a transition? Beyond vague myths of "going to heaven" lies a far more robust hope. Discover how the historical resurrection of Jesus offers a concrete answer to life’s greatest mystery—moving from ancient philosophy to the reality of a new kind of bodily life.

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