All articles by Elaine Storkey
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Article‘Whatever is happening in our world, God is here, with us, in it all’
Elaine Storkey unpacks Romans 8 to reveal how Paul’s words can lift us above the discouragements of our day
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ArticleThe women Jesus sent
Elaine Storkey unpacks the biblical passages that compare the failure of Jesus’ male disciples to stand by him with the faithfulness of the female followers
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ArticleBusyness is not close to godliness
Elaine Storkey unpacks the biblical passages which show us that God intends for us to not only rest, but also enjoy our leisure time. She encourages us to see how opportunities to extend God’s kingdom can come from them too
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Article‘There’s no passage in the Bible about dating’
While dating is a modern concept, Elaine Storkey unpacks two biblical stories where women were given a voice when deciding their future
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ArticleWhat did Jesus really say about money?
Elaine Storkey explains that, while he never promised us financial prosperity, Jesus’ good news is far better
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OpinionViolence against women as a weapon of war is everywhere but many do not live to tell their stories
Allegations of sexual violence after the Hamas attack are nothing new says Bible scholar Elaine Storkey, and Christians need to speak up about this ruthless inhumanity.
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ArticleJesus the entertainer
Elaine Storkey looks at the skilful way Jesus told stories that drew people in, but ultimately challenged them
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ArticleThere is no biblical justification for persecuting women
Elaine Storkey unpacks an Old Testament example of disturbing patriarchal violence, before revealing how the New Testament highlights the high value God places on women
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Article‘We too are commissioned to continue Jesus’ mission’
Elaine Storkey looks at two biblical passages in which God commissioned people – and shows us that we are called to the same mission today
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ArticleGod’s creative work is outstanding, but we are failing to look after it
Elaine Storkey looks at what the Bible says about God’s love of creation, his ownership of it and what our responsibility towards it should be
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ArticleWhat it means to be on mission for Jesus
Elaine Storkey reflects on the legacy of a faithful friend – as well as Jesus’ instructions to his followers – to share principles we can all live by
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ArticleUnderstanding the Gospels
Elaine Storkey shares how she approached writing her latest book, Meeting God in Matthew (SPCK). In doing so, she provides tips for readers’ own close study of the Bible.
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ArticleDoes Jesus really want us to give away all we have?
Elaine Storkey challenges the usual interpretation of the New Testament story of the widow’s offering, and reveals what we can learn from it today
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ArticleWomen have never held power in patriarchal societies but we can still effect significant change
Elaine Storkey unpacks the biblical story of Esther’s to reveal her courage in risking her own security to preserve the lives of others
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Article‘Sick people matter’
Elaine Storkey looks at how the Gospel writers highlighted Jesus’ compassion towards the sick, focusing in on two specific healings noted uniquely by doctor Luke
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ArticleBible Study: Have you ever heard of the female apostle?
Elaine Storkey reveals there were many notable female leaders recognised by Paul, and even an apostle: Junia
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ArticleThe gospel is liberating for everyone – women included
WA columnist Elaine Storkey, 78, on coming to faith, motherhood, feminism – and her biggest life lesson
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ArticleGod has a heart for children
The Bible is full of stories about children, which shows us how important they are to God. Elaine Storkey believes the way Jesus interacted with children gives us a blueprint to follow today too
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ArticleA spiritual new year
Elaine Storkey shares the deeper, biblical significance of embracing a new beginning
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ArticleVisited by angels
Elaine Storkey takes a closer look at two vital angelic visitations in the Christmas story
