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Heather Tomlinson
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Whatever happened to 'family values'?
There was a period of time in the 1990s when it was popular for politicians to talk about 'family values'. The voting population was often surveyed to discover their relative ratings of political parties' support for these beliefs. But this concern seems less common in recent times. What happened?
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Seven insights from Scripture to inspire us as the world seems to grow more dangerous
Everywhere we turn there is bad news, even apocalyptic warnings that Western civilisation is coming to an end. Many people are expressing fear and anger about world events and politics. Yet the Bible promises us peace - in our hearts, if not in the world around us. Here are seven Bible verses that can help us to think more Biblically about our troubles:
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Gardening and God: nurturing plants has been a spiritual practice from the beginning
Then from the earliest days of monasticism, to modern smallholders and homesteaders, faith and working on the land have been deeply associated with one another.
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Ayaan Hirsi Ali's powerful conversion
The Somali-born former Muslim and New Atheist recently boldly defended her new Christian faith in a public discussion with friend and militant atheist Richard Dawkins.
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Why is everyone talking about 'narcissism', and should Christians be concerned?
Narcissism is one of the "dark triad" personality traits that is linked with a lot of nasty human behaviour. And worryingly, some argue that it's becoming more prevalent in society.
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Five 'true story' films now streaming on Amazon Prime that you'll want to watch
You might despair at the negativity and depravity in many modern films, but if you're already subscribed to a streaming service, there are hidden gems to be found in their vast databases, including big budget films that have a positive message and small, independent Christian films.
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From OnlyFans to Jesus
Many Christians celebrated when two Onlyfans girls turned from porn to Christ recently, but why have they been met with a barrage of criticism online?
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What is the 'manosphere' and should Christians be concerned?
The manosphere's solutions to genuine concerns often do not align with Christian teaching, and the Church must outline a better way forward.
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Learning from the African Church's extraordinary success
Why has faith in Africa blossomed beautifully, while Western Christianity declines? Here are four habits we should learn from our African brothers and sisters.
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Dawkins and 'cultural Christianity': what does it all mean?
Dawkins' admiration for "cultural" Christianity is not new. What has changed is the dawning realisation of how much we have lost.
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How the Easter message shaped Western values
Values such as tolerance, charity and human rights are often considered secular beliefs of the modern world, independent from any religion, especially the Christian faith that once infused the countries where these values were born.
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Being a peacemaker: practical tips from the Bible on how to resolve conflict
It's important to delve deeper into the Bible to learn how to resolve conflict and improve our relationships.
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Why Christians are returning to learning lists, Latin, literature and the liberal arts: the astonishing revival of classical education
"Our students are part of nothing less than a civilizational renaissance, the revitalized intellectual tradition of a distinctive and vibrant Christian culture."
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What is postmodernism, and why should we care?
The word "postmodern" is heard a lot, but how many know what it really means?
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Protests against 'raves in the naves' come from surprising places
The fuss over "silent discos" held at Canterbury Cathedral has brought some interesting social trends into the spotlight.
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The little-known history of the Nativity play
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Should the Archbishop of York resign?
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Archbishop of York resists calls to resign over handling of abusive priest case
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Christmas in a world of conflict: where is God, and what is His plan?
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Former Archbishop of Canterbury resigns as priest after BBC safeguarding investigation
