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Christian Leaders Back Deepfake Pornography Crackdown
Faith Facts
- Christian group CARE and Church of England leaders praise efforts to combat deepfake pornography.
- The UK government plans to strengthen laws addressing AI-generated sexual images, extending protections beyond minors.
- Faith leaders emphasize protecting human dignity and taking firm action against technology that harms others.
The government’s commitment to address deepfake pornography has been met with approval from Christian advocates and church leaders. This move promises stronger protection for vulnerable individuals and upholds the moral standards foundational to a faithful society.
Regulator Ofcom has launched an investigation into X after reports of its Grok AI tool creating sexualized images, including those targeting children.
Supporting these efforts, policymakers highlight the urgent need to prevent the exploitation and degradation of individuals through advanced technology.
CARE’s Tim Cairns affirmed the need for explicit laws targeting AI tools that enable sexual deepfakes. He stressed the importance of legislative action, urging support for the proposed ban by Baroness Owen, and highlighted the particular dangers posed to women and girls.
“Sexual deepfakes pose a particular danger to women and girls. They fuel a culture that sees women and girls dehumanised and treated as mere sex objects.”
“The creation and sharing of deepfake images cause serious mental and physical distress to victims. Swift action to ban these apps would make a difference, and there can be no reasonable argument against banning them.”
“No cogent argument can be put in favour of technology that creates sexualised images without a person’s consent.”
The Bishop of Oxford, Steven Croft, called for unity among faith communities and civil society in condemning such technology.
He underscored the lasting harm to individual dignity and the moral fabric of society, commending continued government intervention.
“From a perspective of Christian faith, all the major world faiths, and civil society, the unleashing of this capacity in Grok by X is truly appalling.”
“The sexualised deepfakes of real individuals used without their consent is immensely damaging to the individuals’ dignity and the dignity of our society.”
“The damage is long lasting because the images are almost impossible to take down. I completely support the calls to X to withdraw the service and to Ofcom to investigate and to enforce the law.”
“I support the Government’s drive to ban nudification apps through an amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill.”
As Christians, we are called to defend human dignity and advocate for laws that honor God’s image in every person.
Let us pray for wisdom for our leaders as they act to protect families and vulnerable individuals from the abuse of new technologies.
Faith Facts
- Religious motives aren’t the sole reason communities face hostility; faith identity can increase vulnerability.
- Focusing only on a perpetrator’s stated religious motive can overlook real harm and delay protective action.
- Protecting faith communities requires assessing their risk and advocating for their safety, regardless of attackers’ motives.
Violence against faith communities is often complex, shaped by social, economic, and political factors in addition to religion. Christians and other believers may be targeted not just for their beliefs, but because their faith inspires actions that challenge crime or corruption.
“Religion may not explain the attacker’s stated motive, but it clearly helps explain the victim’s vulnerability.”
Minority believers around the world are sometimes at risk due to their status, even when hostility is disguised as disputes over land or resources.
Insisting on explicit religious motivation can become an excuse for inaction, leaving many faithful unprotected as debates rage over definitions.
“The central priority should be protecting vulnerable communities—not defending a classification system.”
A shift toward recognizing faith-based vulnerability allows communities to receive help based on real threats, not bureaucratic categories. By focusing on those suffering because of their faith, Christians uphold Biblical commands to care for the persecuted and defend religious liberty for all.
Stand with us as we advocate for the safety and dignity of believers worldwide, reminding leaders that faith, family, and freedom are worth protecting.
Faith Facts
- Church attendance in the United Kingdom is growing after decades of decline.
- The year ahead is expected to bring greater spiritual openness and more gospel opportunities.
- Bible engagement and interest in Christian community are reaching new highs.
Recent insights from the U.K. Evangelical Alliance reveal a renewed hunger for Jesus in British society. Families and individuals searching for purpose are increasingly turning to Christ and His church.
Phil Knox, Evangelism and missiology senior specialist for the national EA, wrote:
“2025 saw a seismic shift for the church in the U.K.”
“More people are increasingly open to Jesus and are actively exploring faith.”
“More people are being baptised.”
“Churches are growing.”
Research and church leaders point to declining atheism and a surge in Bible sales and church involvement. Parents and the younger generation are especially drawn to faith-based activities and the hope of the gospel.
He added:
“Bible sales have increased by 87% in recent years and the UK’s bestsellers will grow in popularity.”
“In a ‘fake news’, ‘post-truth’ world, younger generations are particularly drawn to good news that is true, profound and beautiful.”
“Churches that keep the substance the same but relate relevantly to culture will flourish.”
“Expect new Christians to cite reading the Bible as pivotal in their journey of exploration and decision moment.”
Churches are encouraged to strengthen discipleship and welcome new believers into loving community and spiritual growth. Compassion ministries continue to provide practical gospel opportunities, connecting faith with acts of service and outreach.
“When people come to faith, research tells us their greatest needs are in helping to establish spiritual disciplines and find new community,”
said Knox.
Now is the time for believers to stand firm on Biblical truth, nurturing faith and inviting others into the hope and freedom found in Christ.
Faith Facts
- Peter Meadows was a founding leader in modern British Christian media.
- He launched Buzz magazine, Spring Harvest, and Premier Christian Radio.
- Meadows dedicated his life to sharing the Gospel and strengthening the Christian community.
Peter Meadows, who passed away at age 84, made a lasting mark on Christian journalism in the United Kingdom.
His faith-driven approach shaped several platforms that powerfully connected believers across generations.
Despite personal challenges, Meadows started Buzz magazine in 1965 to help young believers embrace biblical truth in a changing culture.
He went on to found Spring Harvest in partnership with Youth for Christ, creating the nation’s largest annual Christian conference.
Meadows contributed to the Evangelical Alliance and played a key role in Premier Christian Radio’s founding following UK media reforms.
His creative gifts opened doors for millions to encounter the Gospel and find encouragement in their walk with Christ.
“If you add up all the people who have encountered God through Premier Christian Radio, Spring Harvest, and Premier Christianity magazine, you are talking quite literally about millions of people who have either heard the gospel for the first time or been built up in their faith as a direct result of Peter Meadows’ incredible entrepreneurial drive, talent and work inspired by the Holy Spirit,”
said Sam Hailes, editor of Premier Christianity.
Meadows’ legacy was marked by humility and devotion to God’s purposes:
“God is more interested in what we become than what we achieve. If I was remembered for being humble and kind that would do nicely.”
Peter Meadows’ story is a powerful reminder that one life, faithfully lived, can advance God’s Kingdom and inspire generations to come.
Let us give thanks for leaders who boldly stand for faith, family, and freedom.
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