Opinion

Why Islam is bound to be the winner from the lost boys of the UK
Why Islam is bound to be the winner from the lost boys of the UK

Islam has been given an open goal for conversion growth through the collapse of the traditional family in the UK since the 1960s.

One historic press conference, two bad Messiahs and three great truths
One historic press conference, two bad Messiahs and three great truths

I know only a limited amount of what happened in the past. I’m not sure I understand what is happening now. And I certainly don’t know what is going to happen in the future. But I do know three great truths, which both give me hope and help me to understand. 

Some thoughts on Vance vs Stewart and the ordering of love
Some thoughts on Vance vs Stewart and the ordering of love

Members of the medical profession and anyone who watches medical documentaries and dramas on television will be familiar with the concept of triage, the process of deciding who should receive priority in terms of medical treatment based on the severity of their condition and their chances of survival.

Is Jesus really a conservative and not a centrist?
Is Jesus really a conservative and not a centrist?

A brief look through scripture suggests that Jesus could be taken to align with all of the different points of the political compass at different times.

Fact-checking JD Vance on Scotland's awful abortion clinic buffer zones
Fact-checking JD Vance on Scotland's awful abortion clinic buffer zones

JD Vance spoke truth to power. The fact that power doesn't like it doesn't make it false.

The balance of power between bishops and clergy has been altered for the better
The balance of power between bishops and clergy has been altered for the better

The Church of England's bishops emerge from last week's meeting of the General Synod with their power significantly diminished.

Trump, Putin and Ukraine: blessed are the peacemakers?
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
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
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?
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
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?
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
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?
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?
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
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.