Opinion

The nation's betrayal of our young
The truth is, we live in a dysfunctional and declining culture that is spiralling towards chaos. On our present trajectory, sooner rather than later, our society will implode â so small wonder teenagers are complaining of low life satisfaction.

The comfort and consolation in Isaiah
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the enduring popularity of Isaiah.

Keswick, Brephos, and burning bridges: The necessity of offence
We would do well to remember that a great deal of the New Testament was written from within prison. Many of the Letters might as well bear the editorial heading: "I just offended a LOT of people!"

The little known story of the Bible's female prophets
The Bible includes a number of female prophets. This is the story ...

What does it take to be a great pastor?
But here's the problem: I don't feel great.

Charismatic movements in the 20th and 21st centuries
In the 20th century a great deal of discussion â and controversy and disagreement â was generated by contrasting viewpoints concerning the way the Holy Spirit is experienced by individuals and communities and the impact of this on services and worship. That dynamic conversation and exploration continues.

We have rendered to Caesar what belongs to God
We have a nation divided. If we turn, humble ourselves, and see His face, and turn from our wicked ways, we can heal our nation through prayer to Jesus.

The direction of the Starmer government bodes ill for orthodox Christians
Sir Keir Starmer has all the hallmarks of an excellent leader, which is why it's worrying that he is leading the country in the wrong direction.

A pastor's role in 2024 presidential politics
As a person, I am responsible for who I vote for in the 2024 presidential election. As a pastor, I am responsible for stewarding God's people and their questions regarding such matters pertaining to life and godliness - and politics would be one of those areas.

You don't have to be mega wealthy to be just as generous as Taylor Swift
Generosity isn't about quantity, it's about mindset.
Why evangelizing the nations must start with American Gen Zers
How can we evangelize to the world if we cannot even evangelize at home? We can't expect to export what we don't live out locally.

Christians will need courage if Keir Starmer's government moves ahead with conversion therapy ban
The proposed ban is arguably the most draconian restriction on British religious liberty since the 17th Century.

Bernard Randall deserves better from the Church of England he has so faithfully served
The Church of England's treatment of him is appalling by any measure.

Was the failed assassination of Donald Trump an act of God?
In considering these claims that God acted to prevent Donald Trump being assassinated, we must first be clear about what it means to say that something is a miracle.

Why I'm celebrating girls in sport
We assume that it's the same journey to the top for male and female athletes, but it's not always.

From affliction to hope: Isaiah's message for our times
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on Isaiah Chapter 1 and the saddest period in the Jewish calendar.