All Opinion articles – Page 15
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OpinionWhat does God have in store for you this Lent season?
‘Lent is a season of courage, trust, and authentic leadership,’ says Bethany Hobbs
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OpinionWhat you might not know about (the faith of) Robert F. Kennedy’s 2024 running mate
Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright looks at what we know of USA former politician and entrepreneur, Nicole Shanahan, and her recent baptism.
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Opinion‘I believe it is important for churches and Christians to be trauma informed’
‘Many people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACES) have a negative view of God as father and for some the church’s unaccountable leadership has caused this. The way we demonstrate consistent, authentic compassion can repair this damaging view of God,’ says Ruth Stephens.
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Opinion‘Football is bringing Christian women together’
‘It strikes me that women choosing to come out on a dark and rainy Monday evening bears huge similarities to choosing faith in God. Amidst the swirling gales of life and the cold isolation of living in a broken world, choosing to take a step into an environment where we praise God for all his goodness is powerful,’ says Rebekah Walker.
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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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OpinionWe are calling for a 40-day prayer and fasting relay for God to bring revival in the UK
‘Today our land is just as broken and desperate as a century ago. Will we allow God to stir us in the same way for precious souls? It’s time for repentance and turning from our wicked ways, time for humbling ourselves, to seek the face of our God in prayer and fasting,’ says Theresa Shurey.
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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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OpinionI am an American Christian married to a Ukrainian and serving in the country, this is what I think of Trump's words to Volodymyr Zelenskyy President of Ukraine
‘We can all disagree about policies and politics, and the ways our governments might choose or not choose to help Ukraine. But we cannot, we must not, call the lie truth and the truth a lie,’ says Sharyn Borodina.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: How can I overcome the pain of betrayal from my mum?
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, Marcia Dixon answers someone who is angry about ther impact of her mother’s affairs on the family.
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OpinionThe world’s response to pain is characterised by avoidance and blame but on the cross, Jesus chose pain and responsibility
‘The decisional remedy to pain is to face it, listen to its message and take responsibility to fix it. Pain is a messenger, yelling that something is wrong. Facing pain and taking responsibility will empower you to fix it,’ says Megan Hugo.
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Opinion‘My family gave up buying new clothes two years ago, and we may never go back.’
‘At the end of 2021 we decided the best way to love our global neighbours in the way we dressed was to stop buying new clothes. Being an all or nothing person, I gallantly committed our family to this endeavour for a year!’ says Kezia Neusch, as she shares what happened next.
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OpinionI know God is a healer, but he hasn't healed me - and that's okay
‘If I spend every waking moment focused on the life I might have after God heals me, there is the very real possibility that I will miss out on everything he has planned for me right here and now in the midst of my circumstances,’ says Danielle Finch.
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OpinionFootball stadiums can give you a taste of what heaven might be like
‘A vast crowd united in their focus, not on a carefully tended pitch, but on the Saviour who effectively paid the entry fee for us to be there. Here we’ll be more participants than spectators, and thoroughly exuberant!’ says author, Jenny Sanders as she compares a cheering football stadium with heaven.
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OpinionIf it takes a village to raise a child, what does the Bible say about the role of an aunt?
As Princess Eugenie becomes an aunt again, Woman Alive deputy editor Jemimah Wright considers her own relationship with her nieces.
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OpinionDon’t let Valentine’s Day be a distraction from the rock-solid love of God which doesn’t change
‘We need to get our ‘Valentine love’ from him, don’t we?’ suggests Sheila Jacobs who says she ‘never had ‘a word’ from God’ that she would marry.
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OpinionGalentine’s Day is a reminder of how God brought together the editor and deputy editor of Woman Alive magazine!
In 2020 Jemimah Wright wrote an article about friends she had never met, one of them happened to be Tola Doll Fisher, Woman Alive’s editor. In celebration of Galentine’s Day, the global holiday that celebrates women’s friendship, we are re-publishing this article, and thankful to say, five years on, Doll and Jemimah have met face to face, and remain very good friends - and now colleagues!
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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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OpinionYour relationship with your dad can affect how you see your heavenly father
‘Our earthly dads will let us down, they may have abandoned us, failed to protect us or been abusive. When that’s the case, it’s very difficult not to perceive our heavenly dad through the same lens,’ says Samantha Bailie-McMurdock.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: What is the purpose of sex toys in a relationship and would it be sinful for my husband and I to use them?
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, Salomé Criddle responds to a reader who wants to know if it is ok to use sex toys in marriage.
