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“What Tourette’s taught me about control, shame, and God’s patience with me”

Naomi Osaka

From Naomi Osaka to the church pew: Why women’s appearance still dominates the conversation

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“AI told me I needed lip filler to be ‘more Stacey’ and I almost believed it”

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Frozen forgiveness and the Wagatha question: Why is it so hard to let go?

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REAL TALK: Can I go to a nudist camp as a Christian?

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“I rewatched To Kill A Mockingbird, and one scene left me spiritually shaken”

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Artificial wombs, AI babies, and the death of motherhood? Why The Pod Generation film feels terrifyingly real”

  • “What Tourette’s taught me about control, shame, and God’s patience with me”

  • From Naomi Osaka to the church pew: Why women’s appearance still dominates the conversation

  • “AI told me I needed lip filler to be ‘more Stacey’ and I almost believed it”

  • Frozen forgiveness and the Wagatha question: Why is it so hard to let go?

  • REAL TALK: Can I go to a nudist camp as a Christian?

  • “I rewatched To Kill A Mockingbird, and one scene left me spiritually shaken”

  • Artificial wombs, AI babies, and the death of motherhood? Why The Pod Generation film feels terrifyingly real”

Real life

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“What Tourette’s taught me about control, shame, and God’s patience with me”

2026-06-04T05:35:00+01:00By

As Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month, observed annually from 15 May to 15 June, draws attention to the realities of living with the condition, writer Tabby Kibugi reflects on her own diagnosis. She shares how living with Tourette’s has deepened her understanding of God’s patience and grace in the midst of circumstances she cannot change.

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"God called me into the prison service for 24 years"

2026-06-01T11:24:00+01:00By

When prison governor Nikki Marfleet wanted to walk away from the pressure of leadership, God spoke with unmistakable clarity. That moment shaped more than two decades of service in one of the toughest environments imaginable, proving that calling is often found not in comfort, but in costly obedience

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Life Lessons: From a one-bedroom flat in Hampstead to 40 years of marriage and ministry

2026-06-01T11:23:00+01:00By Louise and Les Isaac

Born into a Windrush family in London, Louise Isaac grew up watching prayer reshape her home long before she understood faith for herself. But, over decades of marriage, ministry and change, she discovered her calling was never a title, but a way of being

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“There will be honey from the carcass” — The phrase that changed everything after her parents’ murder

2026-06-01T11:18:00+01:00By Jacquelene Botha

Jacquelene Botha’s parents were murdered in their South African home by someone they trusted. In the years that followed, Jacquelene has wrestled not only with loss, but with a faith that speaks of ’honey from the carcass’—and what that could possibly mean in the aftermath of the unthinkable

Cher

Cher at 80: The Armenian Christian roots behind the woman rumoured to never age

2026-05-25T12:42:00+01:00By

Jemimah Wright explores the extraordinary life of Cher as the superstar celebrates her 80th birthday — from Hollywood fame and endless reinvention to the ancient Christian faith woven through her Armenian roots.

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Obsessed with reality, but bored by truth?

2026-04-28T10:08:00+01:00By

Hope Bonarcher looks at the ramifications of a society entertained by the dramatisation of other people’s lives, and why she believes our gaze should be focused elsewhere

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In Sarah Taylor’s appointment, England Men’s Cricket have brought welcome encouragement to ordinary women – whatever our field!

2026-05-20T04:44:00+01:00By

Sharmila Meadows explores how Sarah Taylor’s groundbreaking appointment to England Men’s Cricket speaks far beyond sport, offering encouragement to women stepping into challenging and unfamiliar spaces. Drawing on the stories of biblical women including Esther, Ruth, Deborah and Mary Magdalene, she examines what faith, courage and obedience can look like in a man’s world.

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Obsessed with reality, but bored by truth?

2026-04-28T10:08:00+01:00By

Hope Bonarcher looks at the ramifications of a society entertained by the dramatisation of other people’s lives, and why she believes our gaze should be focused elsewhere

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Remembering the story of Easter after four days off-grid in the wilderness

2026-04-03T06:02:00+01:00By

Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright finds herself unexpectedly reoriented to the sacred rhythm of Easter Week. With fresh perspective, she reflects on the unfolding story of Jesus’ final days.

BUSINESS

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Thinking of going back to work? Here’s what no one tells you about career breaks

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Obedience has taken her further than ambition ever could

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What if a girl’s first period reflected God’s care, not fear?

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How Nicky and Sila Lee’s daughter helped build one of Britain’s most celebrated Christian-owned vineyards

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Meet Laura K Sayers: The Illustrator Bringing Faith and Whimsy to Paper Art

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Starting my business, one page at a time

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‘You need to make God your CEO’

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Equipping exploited women for a brighter future

  • Thinking of going back to work? Here’s what no one tells you about career breaks

  • Obedience has taken her further than ambition ever could

  • What if a girl’s first period reflected God’s care, not fear?

  • How Nicky and Sila Lee’s daughter helped build one of Britain’s most celebrated Christian-owned vineyards

  • Meet Laura K Sayers: The Illustrator Bringing Faith and Whimsy to Paper Art

  • Starting my business, one page at a time

  • ‘You need to make God your CEO’

  • ‘We’re all about dating wisely’

  • Equipping exploited women for a brighter future