Opinion

Trump, Putin and Ukraine: blessed are the peacemakers?
The current situation may have been avoided if both sides of the conflict were able to make an attempt to understand each other's concerns and interests.

Why casual dating is no match for Biblical courtship
Over time, secular influences have subtly shaped Christian perspectives on relationships, leading to the normalisation of unbiblical dating practices, particularly casual dating.

Sowing life, honouring the fallen
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on Tu B'Shvat, the New Year for Trees, and its special significance as Israel awaits the release of the remaining hostages.

What use is a Christian MP?
Everyone in politics brings their own worldview and values to every debate, and it is important that we challenge the assumption that a non-religious outlook is somehow neutral and objective.

There are good grounds for the C of E's latest decision on safeguarding
The General Synod's decision to keep the Church of England's diocesan and cathedral safeguarding officers as church employees arguably showed good judgement and courage.

Has the Church of England kicked independent safeguarding into the long grass?
Yesterday's vote would suggest that the desire to protect the institution of the Church won again.

A win for Kristie, a win for Christians
This win means that parents will be much more free to stand up to these ideological and political campaigns in our schools.

After Kristie Higgs, can Christians find their courage?
It's worth remembering just how bad things have got before we start celebrating too much.

Why would anyone fight for modern Britain?
A recent study commissioned by The Times has suggested that around half of Gen Z believe Britain is racist and only 11 per cent of the age group would be willing to fight for the country, a significant drop from 20 years ago.

Cottrell survives vote to stop him speaking at Synod
Members of the General Synod of the Church of England were under pressure as they began a week-long meeting in London yesterday.

Conservative bishops can ban same-sex blessings in their dioceses - they need to start doing this
Perhaps some conservative bishops have been misadvised otherwise and told that their hands are tied by the House of Bishops' commendation of the Prayers of Love and Faith. But it's not hard to see why such advice must be wrong.

Calvin Robinson and the war of words
It may be that, free from the burden of clerical persona and accountability, Calvin Robinson can find true freedom and maximum impact simply as a baptised Christian taking the culture and ideological fight to the enemy.

What is Christian Reconstructionism?
Some find its promise invigorating and transformative; others fear that proximity to power creates intoxicating intolerance among those who imbibe it; sterner critics consider it a toxic mixture that has strayed far from the New Testament model.

Disney and the endless need for more
Resist the urge to consume the next portion of slop before moving onto the next thing

The difference between the bride of Kanye West and the bride of Jesus Christ
If pastors will protect Jesus' bride, the Church, and husbands will protect their brides, this world will radically change for the glory of Jesus and the good of all.

Tariffs, trade, and the Gospel: A Christian perspective on global responsibility
From Land Rover Defenders to combustion engines, from pharmaceutical chemicals to insurance services â the UK exports billions of pounds worth of goods to the US every year as our biggest export partner. But that may be about to take a hit.