All Opinion articles – Page 3
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‘I suffered from anxiety for years, until God taught me how to get freedom in my forties’
Katie Gauden shares how biblical truth and coaching tools helped her overcome lifelong anxiety. Her story offers a practical, hope-filled path to peace and purpose in Christ.
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’I hated being alone, but sharing the Bible in my care home has given me new purpose’
Today is International Friendship Day, a perfect time to celebrate the surprising ways God brings people together. Maureen Barker shares how moving into a care home and reading the Bible with others not only restored her mental health but led to deep, life-giving friendships rooted in faith.
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Can intermittent fasting be spiritual too?
Jemimah Wright explores the rise of intermittent fasting as a wellness trend and asks what happens when a deeply spiritual practice becomes mainstream.
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Jane Birkin’s original Hermès handbag just sold at auction in Paris for £7.4 million - as Christian women should we value status symbols?
Jenny Sanders invites us to reconsider what we truly value in a world obsessed with status and material success. Her insights resonate deeply with the words of 1 Timothy 6:6: “Godliness with contentment is great gain.”
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Michelle Agyemang: The faith of a Lioness
In the wake of the Lionesses’ thrilling Euros final victory over Spain, Maxine Harrison shines a light on rising star Michelle Agyemang — a 19-year-old striker whose talent on the pitch is matched by her bold Christian faith.
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GREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I feel bitter towards my dead 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 wife who is angry with what she has found out about her dead husband.
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Ozzy 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.
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‘My body has served me well for 60 years; I need to focus on gratitude not criticism’
Jenny Sanders explores the changes that come with ageing and the challenge of finding peace with a body that no longer fits youthful expectations.
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‘How grief reshaped my relationship with God.’
Misty Reshun shares her journey through unimaginable loss after the death of her son, Derrion.
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My thoughts as a Christian woman on Ulrika Jonsson’s bold rebuttal to ageism
Jemimah Wright reflects on Ulrika Jonsson’s powerful response to negative comments on her appearance.
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Jesus and health anxiety
Sophie Dianne shares her journey of living with a vestibular nervous system disorder and the surprising ways God has met her in her battles for healing.
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Could 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.
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Louise Perry and the surprising turn toward Christian wisdom
Jemimah Wright highlights a recent Instagram post where feminist author Louise Perry reflects on the cultural value of Christianity. Her evolving perspective, shared widely online, has sparked fresh conversation about faith, feminism, and the search for meaning in a secular age.
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My thoughts as a Christian sex historian on children being same sex attracted
Dr. Lisa Nolland responds to a previous Great Sexpections question about a mother whose 11-year-old recently told her he is attracted to other boys, affirming the need for compassion while raising concerns about current cultural messages around youth and sexuality.
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What I learned about hope from surfing
Lucy Macdonald shares how a surf session in Jeffreys Bay became a vivid picture of what it feels like to wait on God through disappointment and deferred hope.
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Are weight loss jabs a threat to our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit?
#DumpTheScales founder Hope Virgo raises urgent concerns about the dangerous intersection of eating disorders and the NHS’s promotion of weight-loss injections. Reflecting on both personal experience and troubling public health trends, she questions the ethics and consequences of prescribing quick-fix medications in a society already struggling with body image and disordered eating.
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7 ways to combat overwhelm
Jenny Sanders offers practical and spiritual wisdom for navigating anxiety and emotional overload in turbulent times.
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GREAT SEXPECTATIONS: Why is my boyfriend always playing video games?
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, Rhiannon Goulding answers a woman who is worried about her boyfriend’s gaming habit.
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The Word of God carried me through my miscarriage
Hannah Wickens shares how speaking God’s Word out loud can transform fear into faith. Through everyday moments with her family, she reminds us that the Word of God is truly living and active, shaping hearts and situations alike.