All Culture articles – Page 6
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OpinionCasting Cynthia Erivo as Jesus adds another layer of blasphemy to the already problematic Jesus Christ Superstar
‘This is yet another case study of how Christianity is openly and casually mocked compared to other faiths,’ says Maxine Harrison.
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OpinionWhat question would you like God to answer?
As public figures Grimes and Cord Jefferson discuss the death of religion,and whether God even exists, Jemimah Wright says we need to look at it as an encouragement to share the good news of Jesus to those around us.
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ArticleHonouring diversity through fashion
Candy Ellie Graham, Founder of Cultural Fashion Week, highlights inspirational Christian women who reflect the beauty of diversity within the Church with their thoughts on how culture enriches our collective faith journey.
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ArticleA powerful testimony of what happens when women support women
Through her charity City Women, Letitia Shelton has helped tackle the issue of porn in her local area and believes Christian women are God’s instruments to transform cities
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ArticleShedding a light on unhealthy relationships, lies, manipulation, rape and grooming
Hope Bonarcher isn’t feeling there is much to celebrate for women within our culture – but reminds us what good news the gospel is for all of us
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Opinion‘Why I am excited about Jesus being worshipped at raves’
‘Week after week, we receive testimonies on social media from people encountering God through our music—many of whom had long searched for worship that resonated with their love for dance music,’ says Rave Jesus COO, Romilly Lynn.
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Opinion‘Is Bridget Jones a good role model for Christian women?’
‘Throughout her story, she [Bridget Jones] has always been an advocate for authenticity, staying true to who she is and refusing to change for anyone. Bridget never stood for pretence, even at the most inopportune times, she was always sincere,’ says Sophie Dianne, as she reviews the latest film: Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy.
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OpinionCricketer Alex Hartley's criticism of her team mates should be met with godly wisdom, not offence
’The Bible gives fair warning about the risks of correcting others, but also of the great value of correction to the listening heart,’ says Sharmila Meadows as she considers the offence caused by female cricketer, Alex Hartley.
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OpinionSocial media brought me to faith, but it can also be used to harm
‘If it wasn’t for online friends sharing the Gospel, I don’t think I’d be a Christian. However, the negative side is that algorithms are designed to keep us online, so that our data can be harvested and sold to companies so they can market products to us,’ says Kate Orson.
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OpinionHere’s why you need to watch the Jesus Film
‘The power of the gospel is one of the few things that unifies us across cultures and generations, transcending time and geography,’ says Melissa Immel, curation and acquisition lead for the Jesus Film Project.
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Opinion‘Why as a Christian I loved watching The Traitors…’
The Traitors season three has just finished and author, Ruth Leigh shares her experience of watching the hit series.
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OpinionTrump’s inauguration was a reminder to look to God, not man, for our answers
‘Did Americans vote to reject a failed administration or elect a president they believed would satisfy their hopes, both political and spiritual?’ asks Sharmila Meadows.
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OpinionChristians cannot avoid being affected by Mark Zuckerberg plans to ‘dramatically reduce censorship’ across Meta
‘Without fact checking, what happens to truth and compassion and mercy and justice?’ asks author and writer, Ruth Leigh.
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OpinionDid you know Dolly Parton is godmother to Miley Cyrus? What should you be looking for in choosing a godparent for your child in 2025?
Are you considering who to ask to be godparent to your newborn, or are you a godparent already? Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright, looks at the role, what is important, and what is not.
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Opinion‘As a Christian, I wholeheartedly celebrate couples like Zendaya and Tom Holland getting engaged, because of what it points to’
Rather than perceiving it as a status symbol, milestone or stamp of approval; marriage reminds us of the joyful union with Christ that we can all look forward to and participate in as followers of Jesus,’ says Alex Noel.
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OpinionShould Christian women be ‘soft girls’?
‘The soft girl lifestyle has been trending on social media platforms for the last decade, but does it do a disservice to how far the world has come for gender equality in the workplace, and is it the right solution for the pressure working Christian women face?’ asks Becky Hunter Kelm.
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OpinionAs a Christian woman, I have been encouraged by the trending hashtag #womeninmalefields
‘In a male-dominated society, Jesus always spoke to women with respect,’ says author, Ruth Leigh as she wonders what he would say to the new TikTok trend.
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OpinionWhy Grimes is turning to Christianity to help her stop smoking
Singer, Grimes has said that she never thought she needed religion, until she had to stop herself doing something destructive. Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright looks at what we know of her faith, and of her ex, Elon Musk.
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OpinionWhat Gavin and Stacey taught us about kindness, and how we need to take it into 2025
‘I am not talking about watering down the gospel, or not standing up to injustice, but in our day to day lives, let’s carry kindness into 2025,’ says Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright
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ArticleHuman righteousness is cheap, in 2025 Christians need their spiritual armour more than ever
Hope Bonarcher urges us all to eagerly seek after God’s righteousness and to contend for it amidst a culture that shifts like the sand
