Opinion

Britain's got a sewage problem
Today â and I hope you aren't eating â I want to talk about sewage! Specifically, the tons and tons of raw sewage that water companies are allowed to pump into our lakes and rivers every day.

Woke brands are erasing women
The expression 'having a laugh' comes to mind, but this isn't even remotely funny. Rather, it's tragic, because it says that biological women don't matter â that the distinctives of what it is to be a woman are, in fact, irrelevant.

The case for the abolition of abortion
The abolition of abortion in the UK is biblical, achievable - and underway!

Why are Christians so divided? Psychology gives us some answers â and solutions
While secular psychology is often not seen as a Christian's friend, it has produced some fascinating research into how and why human beings divide with each other.

UK report finds Britons' lack of faith knowledge deeply disturbing
Bloom's study also highlights the need for improvement of religious education.

When things don't go to plan â lessons from Mae Muller
As the golden confetti rained down to herald Loreen and Sweden's victory, it was a glumly familiar feeling for those sheepishly waving Union Jacks.

The coronation from a Jewish perspective
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on the coronation of King Charles III from a Jewish perspective.
Was the coronation sermon any good?
The coronation of King Charles III was unquestionably a great opportunity to proclaim the Gospel in front of billions and it was set up beautifully. But the confusing and banal nature of the sermon means that it must be marked down as a missed golden opportunity.

Hollywood, exorcisms and evil
Hollywood's relationship with evil is a complex one.

God and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3
There is an uncharacteristically metaphysical - even spiritual - dimension to Guardians 3
The problem with King Charles's coronation prayer
The King's prayer was part of the surrounding small print but the spiritual direction it sign-posted is not small.

The importance of discipleship in a world that is hostile to Christ
If we are to face the dangers of increasing hostility toward those who hold biblical beliefs in the midst of a deteriorating culture and society, we will have to dig deep.

What do Old Testament kings, the title of Christ, and the most sacred part of the coronation service have in common?
The answer, of course, is anointing with oil.

A coronation for all
The history, symbolism, and importance of this unique ritual can be and, indeed, are significant for all, regardless of faith.

Dear King Charles
In your coronation oath you are going to solemnly promise "to the utmost of your power maintain the Laws of God and the true profession of the Gospel". And to "the utmost of your power maintain in the United Kingdom the Protestant Reformed Religion established by law". These are solemn promises. We pray that our gracious God will help you fulfil them.

Why is the coronation service set within the order of the Eucharist?
In many ways, it is Communion, rather than crowns, that is the most important and counter-cultural aspect of the coronation service. That is a very challenging message.