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OpinionHas NASA found the date Jesus died? Hannah Fry’s discovery has got people talking
Could NASA’s calculations help pinpoint the exact date of Jesus’ crucifixion? Jemimah Wright explores why mathematician and broadcaster Hannah Fry has sparked fresh interest in one of Christianity’s most significant events after sharing some extraordinary astronomical evidence on Instagram.
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ArticleWars and rumours of wars: Should Christians be afraid of what’s coming?
With warnings of growing global conflict and renewed calls to prepare for war, should Christians be worried about what lies ahead? Kate Orson reflects on the possibility of war, the lessons we can learn from persecuted believers and why spiritual preparation may be more important than stocking up on emergency supplies.
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Opinion‘Living in Paris during the riots has made me question what Jesus would do’
As violent riots make headlines around the world, British expat Shakira Peronet shares what life is really like on the streets of Paris. She questions whether politicians are listening to the concerns of young people and asks what Jesus’ example can teach us about justice, protest and the need for change.
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OpinionAn AI data centre is coming to my parents’ village – as a Christian, should I object?
When Rachel Mataraki discovered that one of Europe’s largest AI data centres could be built near her parents’ home in North Devon, she began questioning the impact on the local community and environment. But as a Christian, is opposing such developments simply NIMBYism, or could it be part of our God-given responsibility to care for creation?
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Opinion‘I live in Turkey, close to a site that could provide extraordinary evidence of Noah’s Ark’
Could archaeologists finally be uncovering evidence of Noah’s Ark in eastern Türkiye? Becky Hunter Kelm, who lives in Turkey with her family, explores the latest scientific investigations, what local Christians and Muslims believe, and why her faith doesn’t depend on what researchers discover.
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OpinionBarbara Cartland believed in God – but she was also drawn to a darker spiritual side
Jemimah Wright explores the extraordinary life of Barbara Cartland, whose new biography reveals a woman fascinated by God, romance and morality – but also by psychic phenomena and mystical ideas.
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OpinionEsther Rantzen gave a voice to millions – what can Christians learn from her legacy?
Dame Esther Rantzen spent much of her life speaking up for those whose voices were too easily ignored, from vulnerable children to lonely older people. Jenny Sanders reflects on the broadcaster’s remarkable legacy and asks whether her life should challenge Christians to take more seriously the biblical call to defend the weak and speak for the voiceless.
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OpinionPete Greig says Christians should ‘prepare for war’ – as an Army wife, this is how I’m responding
Anna Townsend admits that Pete Greig’s warning to Christians to ‘prepare for war’ left her feeling frightened. But as she reflects on what her husband is seeing through his work with NATO, she believes the Church should respond not with panic, but with prayer.
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OpinionAt 65, Caroline Quentin is pursuing a long-held dream – and reminding us that with God, it’s never too late
Actress Caroline Quentin is going to university for the first time at 65 to study History of Art. Jemimah Wright reflects on what her story, and the words of Proverbs, can teach us about trusting God with the dreams we carry.
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OpinionKatie Taylor’s retirement from boxing – we too can fight the good fight
Joy Roxborough reflects on Katie Taylor’s retirement from boxing and the Christian faith that has underpinned her remarkable career. She considers what Taylor’s example can teach us about perseverance, humility and trusting God when life gets tough.
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Opinion“The world is falling apart—but do I have to fix it?” How to fight injustice without being crushed by it
Ann-Louise Graham explores how Christians can respond to overwhelming suffering and injustice without becoming paralysed by guilt or crushed by the sheer scale of the world’s problems. In an age of constant bad news, she asks whether faithfulness means recognising that while we cannot fix everything, we can respond to the opportunities God places in front of us.
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OpinionWhen does respect become complicity? What the Eiffel Tower’s ‘Invisible Women’ row can teach Christians
Becky Hunter Kelm considers the controversy surrounding female staff at the Eiffel Tower being sidelined during a visit by a Hindu religious delegation, and asks what Christians can learn from the incident. As the row raises difficult questions about religious freedom, hospitality and equality, she explores the point at which respecting another faith’s practices can become complicity.
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OpinionThe Lindsay Clancy mistrial has divided America – but what does it reveal about motherhood and faith?
Hope Bonarcher explores the deeply divisive Lindsay Clancy case and what it reveals about our society’s understanding of motherhood, mental illness and responsibility. As the case raises disturbing questions about motherhood, mental health and the sanctity of life, she asks what the Gospel has to say to a culture desperately in need of hope and light.
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OpinionLudwig gives us the answers in an hour – so why does God sometimes make us wait years for justice?
Sophie Sanders reflects on our love of cosy crime and its reassuring promise that truth will prevail and justice will be swiftly served. But, as someone who has experienced the painful reality of a lengthy criminal justice process, she asks what it means to trust God when earthly justice is painfully slow – or seems absent altogether.
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OpinionTragic events at Big Church Festival: Where is God in the unexpected?
Writer Joy Roxborough reflects on the tragic events that brought this year’s Big Church Festival to an abrupt end – and the questions that arise when plans we believed God was part of suddenly fall apart. Drawing on her own experience of having to abandon a long-held career dream, Joy explores how we can hold on to God when life doesn’t turn out as we expected.
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OpinionThe Swiss tourist who crossed the line: What Christians need to know before visiting a Muslim country
After a Swiss tourist was jailed for disrespecting a sacred religious holiday in Bali, author Becky Hunter-Kelm reflects on what it means to travel as a Christian. She argues that when we visit another country, we have a responsibility to respect its people, customs and faith practices.
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OpinionThe faith, grit and generosity behind Dolly Parton’s rhinestone life
Jenny Sanders reflects on the Christian faith, remarkable generosity and sharp business mind behind the much-loved singer’s glittering public persona – and asks what we can learn from the legacy she leaves behind.
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OpinionHarry and Meghan are coming home – but what does home really mean?
As Harry and Meghan prepare to return to the UK, writer Alex Noel asks what it really means to come home – and whether we can ever truly belong again after we’ve left.
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OpinionAfter Japan’s latest earthquake, where is God? Finding hope in the midst of disaster
As communities across Japan begin the long road to recovery following last week’s devastating earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture, many are asking where God can be found in the midst of such tragedy. Drawing on her experience serving in Japan after previous earthquakes, Rachel Mataraki reflects on how the Church can become a powerful sign of God’s presence long after the news cameras have gone.
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OpinionBritain has a new Prime Minister: who is Andy Burnham – and how can Christians pray for him?
Jemimah Wright explores the background, beliefs and family life of Britain’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, she says the Bible gives a surprisingly simple response to a change in government: pray.
