Hope Bonarcher
Hope Bonarcher is a native New Yorker, living with her Scottish husband and their 4 children west of Glasgow. She loves scenic drives, good music, vintage clothing, spicy curry, matcha lattes, laughter with friends and her favorite book is the Bible. She is most passionate about sharing the transforming love, impossible grace and unparalleled hope in Jesus Christ.
OpinionThe assassination of Charlie Kirk: A call to courage and faith
Writer Hope Bonarcher reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, urging readers to face tragedy with faith and courage.
ArticleAbortions are not to be celebrated
Lily Allen’s inflammatory comments have outraged Christians and non-Christians alike. Especially when, Hope Bonarcher asserts, women have been created by God to birth life, encouragement and hope
OpinionGreat genes, great divide? A Christian perspective on beauty, race and the Sydney Sweeney controversy
In the wake of American Eagle’s latest campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney, writer Hope Bonarcher, herself black model, offers her Christian lens on beauty standards, identity, and the deeper worth found in Christ alone.
OpinionOzzy and Sharon: A heavy metal love story marked by grace
Hope Bonarcher reflects on the life and legacy of Ozzy Osbourne. Known for his dark musical persona, Osbourne’s enduring marriage to Sharon reveals a deeper narrative, one of forgiveness, loyalty, and a faith that outlasts fame.
Article‘There is a difference between feminism and justice’
As women we have probably all faced discrimination by men, says Hope Bonarcher, but feminism has got it wrong – the answer doesn’t lie in ditching our serving hearts
OpinionCould Coldplay’s viral moment lead to grace?
Hope Bonarcher unpacks a viral moment from a recent Coldplay concert that became much more than just internet fodder. She explores what happens when secrets come to light—and what grace can look like in the aftermath.
ArticleUnpopular…but true
Our culture prefers popular opinion to truth, says Hope Bonarcher, as she asserts it is kinder to be honest than provide misguided flattery
Article‘Humour is a necessary part of the human condition’
Hope Bonarcher highlights the huge positive impact laughter can have in any situation
Article‘What the world views as liberal sexuality, God calls bondage’
Hope Bonarcher highlights how our culture seems to delight in women baring all, and urges us to remember how Jesus brings us freedom by covering us with his righteousness
OpinionAs audiences celebrate Lady Gaga’s musical resurgence, Christians should steer clear of its dark subject matter
‘Lady Gaga is a visually captivating human karaoke machine, but the offerings on Mayhem her seventh studio album, make one wonder if she’s designated “demonic” as her genre de rigueur,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
ArticleAre modern women prepared for radical vulnerability before the Lord?
Hope Bonarcher says we have all been created as vulnerable beings, and challenges us to stop listening to culture’s message that we need to be strong
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
OpinionBishop Budde has been praised for being boldly outspoken at Trump’s first prayer service, but women in positions of power don’t always warrant celebration
‘As Christians, we consistently need to scrutinize the leanings of the cultural zeitgeist against the truth of scripture. Would the Bible have us believe Potiphar’s wife over Joseph or trust Delilah’s honey tinged sentiments?’ asks Hope Bonarcher as she considers Bishop Marian Budde’s sermon alongside Queen Athaliah, the little known Queen of Judah.
Article‘In the run up to our wedding, we were in a holy war’
Sharing her own personal story with disarming honesty, Hope Bonarcher is urgently praying for Christian marriages
OpinionHere are three factors to consider if you feel tempted by January’s ‘Divorce Day’
The first working Monday of the year (yesterday!) has been dubbed ‘Divorce Day,’ and Hope Bonarcher gives some reasons why we shouldn’t give in to the temptation to throw in the towel.
Opinion‘I dread there ever being a day where giving is not at the heart of Christmas’
‘If you’re tempted to stave off giving this Christmas season because of anxiety, financial stress, or even the humbug feeling from the world that says “what does it matter, it’s all just about spending money,” remember; giving is just as much for the giver as for the one who receives,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
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
ArticleWitchcraft is masquerading as female empowerment
Hope Bonarcher looks at the rising trend of occult practices in our culture, fuelled by female celebrities promoting being a witch as the ultimate freedom
ArticleToxic masculinity is everywhere but a soft rebranding is not the answer
Hope Bonarcher lifts the lid on toxic masculinity, but also culture’s antidote – a gentler manhood that she is concerned is based on the ‘supremacy’ of womanhood
Opinion‘I am a female, American Christian and here's why I didn’t vote for Kamala Harris’
‘Throughout Kamala Harris’ short campaign, she repeatedly exposed her far left political ideology and questionable moral ethos. I hope the next female candidate for president won’t attempt to shatter the glass ceiling all over the unborn, the vulnerable, and self-respecting women the world over,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
