Opinion

Wouldn't it be good if someone said that Christians were different?
Wouldn't it be good if someone said that Christians were different?

Trevor Phillips is in trouble for saying Muslims are different. I can't help thinking that Jesus would be delighted if something like this was said about His followers.

Sadly, confinement and isolation are nothing out of the ordinary for many older people
Sadly, confinement and isolation are nothing out of the ordinary for many older people

The Department of Health has warned that the coronavirus outbreak could leave many isolated and cut off. It will be a strange irony for the millions of older people for whom isolation is their daily reality.

Do we really know what Anglicans think about same-sex marriage?
Do we really know what Anglicans think about same-sex marriage?

Peter Ould on why he thinks a recent poll on this question wasn't particularly helpful.

Diane Louise Jordan on sight loss and a miracle work of God in Rwanda
Diane Louise Jordan on sight loss and a miracle work of God in Rwanda

Growing up with parents who had sight problems, "Songs of Praise" presenter Diane Louise Jordan is passionate about the sight-saving work of Christian Blind Mission in the developing world, where millions live without basic eye care. While the problem is debilitating, just a small donation and a simple procedure can change someone's life forever, as she witnessed firsthand on a trip to Rwanda.

What we can learn about real discipleship in Lent
What we can learn about real discipleship in Lent

Lent reminds us of how weak we are in the face of trials - and how we can get through them with the Lord's help.

Is the Christian view of sexuality anti-love?
Is the Christian view of sexuality anti-love?

Christians continue to believe what we believe about sex, and it is a belief that isn't going away, however much it might be derided today.

International Women's Day: a key moment for gender equality
International Women's Day: a key moment for gender equality

While progress has been made in gender equality in the 75 years in which Christian Aid has existed, recent trends have brought about setbacks including the lack of implementation of equality laws in countries which have deeply-entrenched discriminatory practices.

Is the mysterious Nazareth Inscription evidence of Jesus' resurrection?
Is the mysterious Nazareth Inscription evidence of Jesus' resurrection?

Ever since the inscription was first published, Christians have speculated that the anonymous emperor was targeting Christians who spoke about the empty tomb of Jesus.

Why every Christian and church should support Destiny Church
Why every Christian and church should support Destiny Church

When the council states that it wants diversity and equal rights for all, it is lying and should be sued for insulting people's intelligence.

A trial that should shame all Anglicans
A trial that should shame all Anglicans

Remember that lovely, smiley American bishop who spoke at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle a couple of years ago? Turns out that Bishop Curry seems to have forgotten his own sermon.

Why we need to care more about early church history
Why we need to care more about early church history

In modern Christian contexts, church history can often be maligned, or viewed as an archaic or at best academic discipline. But there are so many real life lessons for our own Christian contexts that we risk missing out on if we consign early church history to the bookshelves.

Our tax system should be changed to treat families more fairly
Our tax system should be changed to treat families more fairly

Families in the UK in general are treated less favourably than in other countries when it comes to the tax burden. This discrimination should end, but it will take bold, proactive policies to reverse this trend.

The Celtic church has something to teach us about evangelism in the 21st century
The Celtic church has something to teach us about evangelism in the 21st century

In recent times churches have tended to welcome people into their churches only after they have responded positively to their message. The Celts had a very different approach.

The drag queen bandwagon is grooming and sexualising our children
The drag queen bandwagon is grooming and sexualising our children

If any other adult was to prance around in their underwear, teaching children how to be sexually provocative, they would be arrested. Ironically the LGBT activists who think this is promoting their cause are only proving the point of those of us who warned that this is where the current obsession with LGBT would lead.

Could we have some more disabled people on TV please?
Could we have some more disabled people on TV please?

And not just non-disabled actors taking the part of disabled characters.

Rediscovering a commitment to the Gospel as Word and not just deeds
Rediscovering a commitment to the Gospel as Word and not just deeds

It is still true that caring for the needy in local communities and around the world is a significant call for the Church. The challenge today is that it does not have the same impact on the community as it did in the early centuries.