Opinion

Four things 'Inflatable Jesus' taught me
Four things 'Inflatable Jesus' taught me

I found him on sale in my local High Street, strategically placed among other Christmas gifts.

Should British Christians welcome Franklin Graham?
Should British Christians welcome Franklin Graham?

Why might a suggested visit by this preacher – son of the famous Billy – make some react with caution? And are they right?

I was a child bride. Now I stop child marriages in my community
I was a child bride. Now I stop child marriages in my community

Child marriage almost slayed my dreams. I don't want other girls to endure this.

Transgenderism: why Christians should be concerned
Transgenderism: why Christians should be concerned

The Bible says that in the beginning God created humankind male and female in his own image. Our culture seems to think it knows better.

A lesson in life and faith - from cats
A lesson in life and faith - from cats

A few months ago, I made an odd pilgrimage. My friend Trevor, a fellow vicar, and I made our way up to Southwark Cathedral. We were on our way to meet a very inspiring character – Doorkins Magnificat.

My favourite Christian book of 2019
My favourite Christian book of 2019

David Robertson on the Christian book that disturbed and challenged him this year.

After horrific terror attacks, it's tempting to hate but we must love
After horrific terror attacks, it's tempting to hate but we must love

The latest London killings are clear proof that the church desperately needs to promote the Christian understanding of what it means to be human.

The three key questions about tax
The three key questions about tax

As our politicians campaign energetically ahead of the 12th December deadline, it has become clear that alongside Brexit, the NHS and environmental issues, tax has become a central issue in this election.

Voters called to 'remember the poor' in the election
Voters called to 'remember the poor' in the election

With just a week to go until the nation goes to the polls in the General Election, voters are being urged to "remember the poor".

The true meaning of inclusiveness is to accept differences, including differences of faith

No one's career should be ruined because others don't like what they believe, says Martyn Iles, Managing Director of the Australian Christian Lobby following the settlement reached between Rugby Australia and Israel Folau.

Why the Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief role is invaluable
Why the Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief role is invaluable

The role of Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) is less than 18 months old, but with a mandate to bring together efforts "across the UK Government, with faith actors and civil society to promote the UK's firm stance on religious tolerance abroad," it must remain a key feature of any incoming government.

An unlikely ally in Richard Dawkins?

Dawkins has not changed his scepticism concerning the existence of God, but he does think that without religion, people would behave in ways that are deplorable.

Why are Nativities still important?
Why are Nativities still important?

The Nativity is an important way to teach and remember the story of God come to earth, but it's also a culturally, educationally and spiritually important tradition.

Why is antisemitism such a big issue in the General Election?

In an election which was supposed to be all about Brexit, and which Labour want to make all about the NHS, there is another issue that is just as predominant – that of antisemitism.

The Church of England's Charter on relationships and sex education is a missed opportunity
The Church of England's Charter on relationships and sex education is a missed opportunity

The Church of England has a God-given opportunity and responsibility to set the culture of its schools in line with the teaching of God found in the Bible. But instead, it consistently capitulates to the spirit of the age.

Friends, not frenemies: towards meaningful dialogue between Christians and Jews
Friends, not frenemies: towards meaningful dialogue between Christians and Jews

Difficult conversations are necessary but our prayer is that these may be enlarging and enriching.