All Opinion articles – Page 25
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OpinionThere’s a new cancer campaign for women with no pink ribbons in sight but have they gone too far?
Two-time breast cancer survivor Veronica Zundel shares what she thinks about the provocative slogans used on the Smash the Stigma billboards.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I’m dating a non-Christian who is kind and generous and thoughtful, he just doesn’t love Jesus
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ the Woman Alive panel answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us a confidential email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, we tackle the tricky topic of dating someone who isn’t a Christian.
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OpinionHere’s why I’m saying Hallelujah to Jada Pinkett Smith’s concept of the ‘urban nun’
Actress Jada Pinkett Smith announced that she was an 'urban nun' abstaining from sex, alcohol, violent entertainment, and excessive spending.
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OpinionThe Bible doesn’t shy away from talking about menstrual bleeding so neither should we
Midwife Michelle Tant explains that to ignore and fear the period is to misunderstand God’s message of hope. And she suggested it should be talked about more, not less.
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OpinionThere’s a new dating concept for people bored of apps, and it has the potential to connect Christians
Lauren Windle, author of Notes On Love: Being Single and Dating in a Marriage Obsessed Church, shares her thoughts on the latest dating concept to hit the market.
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Opinion‘Survival sex’ is becoming more and more common - the Church should be outraged
Writer Belle Tindall explains why we should all be concerned by the recent figures that show more and more women are turning to sex work to pay their bills.
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OpinionGod gave me a beautiful singing voice, but people said I was too 'ugly' and 'fat' for the music industry
Choir director of the London Community Gospel Choir Becky Thomas has appeared on stage alongside the likes of Elton John. But the mum of one has faced constant criticism through a glittering career.
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OpinionNot everyone will have a happy Christmas this year and the Church must pay attention to those feeling isolated
Kat Osborn, CEO at Safe Families, reveals a new course to help Christians join the fight to end loneliness in our communities.
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OpinionI tried everything to heal my body and then God led me to essential oils
Kristina Foster spent her life in and out of hospital and on bed rest, she prayed that God would tell her exactly what her body needed to heal, and he did.
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OpinionThe world has single, childless role models like Kylie Minogue - but where are they in the Church?
Writer Alex Noel is impressed that Kylie Minogue, 55, isn’t defined by her age or relationship status, but asks: where are the similar role models in the Church?
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OpinionI’ve got my reservations about the police - but as a Christian I am rooting for a redemption story
As Police Scotland’s new chief constable agrees that the force is guilty of institutional discrimination, Lauren Windle shares her thoughts on the police force from a Christian perspective.
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OpinionWant to learn about Christianity and feminism? These are the books you need
Lauren Windle, author of Notes On Feminism: Being a Woman in a Church Led By Men, recommends the best books for people exploring feminism from a Christian perspective.
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OpinionI couldn’t function because of anxiety but I made a choice to ‘go after’ healing with the help of Jesus
Author of Say Goodbye to Anxiety, Jane Kirby, shares how she faced up to anxiety and embraced Jesus in the process.
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OpinionBlack History Month: I understand the criticism of championing ‘The Black Church’ but I also think it’s important
On the final day of Black History Month, Woman Alive’s editor Tola-Doll Fisher reflects on the month and what it marks.
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OpinionEvery Christian should be concerned about the inequality in healthcare for Black people
Dr Chukwuemeka “Chuks” Nwuba, author of Eating Disorders Don’t Discriminate explains that people assume Black people don’t struggle with eating disorders and it means their care is not up to standard
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OpinionI don’t believe Christians have to avoid Halloween - darkness has no power to harm us
Writer Veronia Zundel explains why she thinks lovers of Christ don’t have to dodgy the Halloween celebrations.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I took the morning after pill and now I feel so ashamed
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ the Woman Alive panel answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us a confidential email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, we address a question about taking the morning after pill.
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OpinionBlack History Month: Presenter and author Cynthia Garrett helped me believe that, with God, I can overcome anything
The theme of this Black History Month is ‘Saluting our Sisters’ and writer Hope Bonarcher explains why she’s inspired by presenter and author Cynthia Garrett.
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OpinionMarriage is sacred but if your partner is abusive - they're the one who broke the marriage covenant, not the person who leaves
October is Domestic Abuse Awareness month, writer Louise shares her thoughts on divorce in the context of an abusive marriage.
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OpinionTo celebrate turning 70, I walked a 200 mile pilgrimage from Coventry to Bath
Writer Penelope Swithinbank took on the challenge of a 200 mile pilgrimage to mark her 70th birthday, spending time with God and raising money for charity at the same time.
