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Heather Tomlinson
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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 rights and wrongs of Reacher and TV violence
Ever since the moving picture first entered our homes, Christians have been concerned about the content.
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Should we listen to an AI sermon?
The question is not whether an AI sermon is better than a human's, but are the words inspired by the Holy Spirit?
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Praise for the 'bog standard' church leader: why average and unfashionable can be good for ministry
There's a lot to be said for our collection of average parish vicars, ministers and pastors, who are faithfully serving their communities, without much fanfare, attention or praise.
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Why are Christians so divided? Psychology gives us some answers – 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.
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Where does Jesus say in the Bible that he is the divine Son of God?
It is clear from the Biblical evidence that Jesus considered himself both the unique Son of God and divine – as did the early church.
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Four ways to believe in love this Valentine's Day
It's easy to get cynical on the yearly celebration of romance that is February 14th.
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Why are Christians looking up sorcery?
Christian Today has reported on recent rises in interest and practice in the occult. Perhaps this increase in popularity is why BibleGateway.com says it saw a 193% surge in searches for 'sorcery' on its website in 2021.
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Why aren't Christians more loving?
Gandhi said, "your Christians are so unlike your Christ." So what's the problem? Here are 6 reasons why Christians aren't more loving.
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Finding joy amid another Covid Christmas
In the Christmas story, there is plenty of sadness as well as happiness.
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