All Opinion articles – Page 2
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OpinionThe Artist’s Way - why I stopped teaching it after I became a Christian
Having discovered it before she became a Christian, Kate Orson revisits The Artist’s Way, a course promising to guide you through the process of recovering your creative self, and now questions its spiritual practices.
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OpinionArchbishop Sarah and the future of Church leadership
Joy Roxborough reflects on the historic appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury. She considers what the milestone means for church leadership, inclusivity, and the example of Christ’s upside down kingdom.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS As a menopausal woman, did God plan for us to no longer be that interested in sex, or is it something I can change?
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, the Woman Alive team answer a woman with questions about libido in menopause.
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OpinionReflections from a female ordinand on Sarah Mullally’s historic appointment
Hannah Stephenson-Kelly, a female ordinand in the Church of England, shares her reflections on the historic appointment of Sarah Mullally as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury. Writing from a place of faith and personal experience, she considers both the challenges of leadership and the call to remain rooted in Christ.
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OpinionLouise Thompson’s journey towards faith
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm reflects on Louise Thompson’s journey through birth trauma, recovery, and her openness to spirituality. Becky gently encourages Louise to lean into those stirrings of faith and discover the hope and fullness found in Jesus.
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OpinionHow I found freedom in surrendering
Author Mary DeMuth shares how releasing her dreams to God while moving overseas led to unexpected peace and freedom.
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OpinionWhat one gentle Bumble date taught me about the kindness of God
In a culture where people often find internet dating traumatic, Lucy Macdonald’s date reflected the quiet, patient love of 1 Corinthians 13, reminding her that God’s kindness often shows up in the simplest moments.
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OpinionOkay so, the #Rapture didn’t happen…
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm unpacks the viral wave of #RaptureTok and the bold claims of a South African pastor who predicted Jesus’ return in September 2025. What follows is both a cultural reflection on how end-times theories spread online and a biblical reminder of where our hope truly lies.
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OpinionSpeaking God’s truth over our daughters
Danielle Finch reflects on the subtle yet powerful impact words can have on young girls’ confidence and identity. Drawing from her own experiences and her role as a mother, she urges us to speak life-giving truth that affirms who God created them to be.
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OpinionK-pop Demon Hunters and the power of redemption
Writer Amy Clarke dives into the unexpected cultural phenomenon of K-pop Demon Hunters, a film that fuses dazzling pop spectacle with surprisingly weighty themes. With both a fan’s enthusiasm and a Christian’s thoughtful lens, she unpacks how this animated adventure balances soul-thrilling fun with deeper reflections on shame, forgiveness, and identity.
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OpinionHow to hold onto our faith when we feel overwhelmed by life’s trials
Writer Charlotte Phillips shares how faith can sustain us through life’s hardest seasons. Drawing on scripture and her own journey, she offers hope in the midst of trials.
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OpinionFrom Labubu to lasting treasure, finding true joy beyond the collectible craze
Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright explores the widespread fascination with Labubu dolls - from their position as Kim Kardashian’s latest accessory to the sky-high auction prices. Should Christians ignore such trends, or is the chasing of comfort through material things an example of the search for deeper hope?
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OpinionGood Hang with Amy Poehler: A gentle reminder that what we say behind backs truly matters
Jemimah Wright explores how Amy Poehler’s podcast Good Hang reflects biblical wisdom about speaking kindly behind others’ backs.
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OpinionStepping out in faith and taking August off as a freelancer changed everything
Writer Alex Noel reflects on the transformative power of rest after taking a month-long sabbatical in August. What began as a counterintuitive decision to step back from work became a season of renewal, where slowing down opened space for both restoration and spiritual insight.
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OpinionTheresa May said the assisted dying bill is a ‘license to kill’
Social worker Joy Roxborough explores the risks of legalising assisted dying and asks whether history will see it as compassion—or betrayal of the vulnerable.
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OpinionGREAT EXPECTATIONS: I want to leave my husband
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, the Woman Alive team answer a married woman who has met another man and is tempted to leave her husband.
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OpinionWalking on water: an exercise of faith for the unemployed
Writer Sandie Eggers Seagroves shares her journey of unexpected job loss that ultimately led her to discover God’s greater plan for her life. Through seasons of uncertainty, she reflects on how faith, provision, and trust shaped her path from unemployment to fulfilling freelance work.
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OpinionHeritage and Hope: Celebrating Gospel’s past and present
This September, Gospel Music Heritage month takes on fresh meaning. Maxine Harrison explores the debate over gospel’s future after Maverick City Music’s Norman Gyamfi claimed traditional singers ‘sing too hard.
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OpinionRomantasy: the TikTok-driven genre taking women’s fiction by storm — but should Christians be cautious?
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm dives into the rise of this steamy blend of romance and fantasy, from dragons to dangerous love interests, and shares her own surprising poolside encounter with the trend. Is it harmless escapism, or a distraction from what truly nourishes the soul?
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OpinionHow I found a deeper story in the biblical narrative of David and Abigail
Writer Kirsty A Wilmott invites readers into the world of Abigail and her five handmaidens, weaving biblical truth with creative imagination in her debut historical novel, Radiant. Through their eyes, she explores brokenness, courage, and the unexpected ways God meets us in the shadows.
