The internet is new. In the history of man it is a recent blip, but it is massively significant.

Statistics are sketchy as to exactly how many people regularly use the internet, but for many in the West daily use of the internet is a given. This is particularly true of the younger generations many of whom use the internet every day to work, every evening to contact friends and every other time to find out the answer to any question.

When setting out on a journey, many people turn first to the internet for a route, print out instructions and don’t bother with a map. When wondering about a definition of a word will search Google, leaving the dictionary undisturbed on the shelf next to them. Instead of ringing a friend in the evening people will send an email. It’s sent in a second and the recipient can pick it up when they want.

My point is this: the internet is massively significant in people’s lives and just gets more so. So many people live part of their lives online. And where people are is where the gospel needs to be preached. The message of the kingdom of God applies everywhere.

biblechurch.org.uk has been set up to help churches as they seek to have an impact in the virtual world. Watch this space as we spell out our philosophy and give some tips for how to make the most of your website.