All Opinion articles – Page 46
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OpinionIt’s dangerous to hide dating from your church community, it means people can cheat without accountability and it’s time to change
Many couples in church date in secret to avoid gossip and pressure from others in the congregation. Here, presenter Cassandra Maria, explains how forcing people to hide their dating creates a dangerous environment for players to thrive.
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OpinionWatch this deeply moving imagined conversation between an abortion pro-choice and a pro-life activist
As it is announced that the Abortion Act will be amended to grant permanent access to at-home abortions in England and Wales, poet Storm Cecile enacts the divisive debate in a powerful spoken word piece.
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OpinionSix months on from the start of the Ukraine war, this is how churches are putting faith into action to protect refugees
There may be fewer and fewer headlines about the war in Ukraine but Europe is still in the middle of its biggest refugee crisis since World War II. Here International Justice Mission’s Frances Kordonowy shares the incredible work churches continue to do for those who need our support.
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OpinionI believe that ‘the family’ is under spiritual attack - we all need to be praying for marriages urgently
Woman Alive’s editor-in-chief Tola-Doll Fisher explains that she believes the demise of family is a threat to our society. Here she encourages all of us to pray to keep marriages and families together.
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OpinionOur Christian bookshops are packed full of gender stereotypes but they should be a refuge of perfect equality
Naomi Miles was left disheartened after realising that all the Christian books for girls were adorned with flowers and butterflies, while the boys’ offering was plain and dark, and spoke of courage, leadership and strength. Here she explains that the church should be free of toxic worldly influences and we should avoid these stereotypes art all costs.
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OpinionAnthony Joshua may no longer identify as a Christian but he could really do with Jesus right now…
The eyes of the nation were fixed firmly on Anthony Joshua as he took on Oleksandr Usyk in a well-publicised boxing match on Saturday night. But it’s not the fact that he lost that we’re all talking about, but his emotional and unexpected speech.
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OpinionWhat are sexual soul ties, why did God create them and how can they be broken?
Sexual soul ties are often misunderstood by Christians, or sometimes misunderstood altogether. Here, writer Bobbi Kumari explains what happens in the spiritual realm when we are physically intimate with someone, and what we can do to break the tie.
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OpinionI’m a parenting coach and people always ask me if it's safe to post pictures of their children online... here are my tips
Plenty of parents post snaps of their children to social media. Here, leadership parenting coach, Sarah Hamaker, explains the things that you should think through before clicking ’upload’.
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OpinionThere are many roads to success, and all involve failure, so if your A-level results weren’t what you hoped – don’t worry
It’s A-level results day and hordes of young people and their parents will be anxiously awaiting their marks. Here writer Lauren Windle explains that she didn’t get the grades the hoped for - but that’s actually more than ok.
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OpinionWhen I started dating my husband neither of us had a faith, but by the time we married I believed in Jesus and he didn’t - what happened after that was a miracle
Author Clare Luther found Jesus four years after she started dating her now-husband, but he remained a non-Christian. The difference in their faith and their priorities meant their relationship became strained, until one day when everything changed.
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OpinionSamson was the original difficult teenager but God loved and rejoiced in him - so take heart if yours is hard work at the moment
God isn’t afraid of difficult teens and even had one of his own in Samson. Here, author Hilary Higgins, explains why you should take heart if you’re struggling with your child’s adolescence as you have no idea what God will call them to.
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OpinionI was moved to healing tears while watching new film Redeeming Love, it’s a story with God woven throughout
New film Redeeming Love is a beautiful tribute to God’s grace and the healing power of love, says writer and reviewer Stephanie Pena. Here she explains what it showed her about our bride groom and good shepherd, Jesus Christ.
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OpinionGREAT SEXPECTATIONS: Do I have to tell my Christian partner about my sexual history?
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; whether or not you have to tell your partner about your sexual history.
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OpinionWe educate people about the dangers of pornography - here are the three main reasons people give for continuing to watch it
The harms of pornography are well documented and yet it continues to be viewed at alarming rates. Here, Naked Truth Project team explains why it is so appealing to many people, who will often sacrifice their wellbeing, relationships and families in the process of consuming the x-rated material.
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OpinionI had loads of followers but God told me to delete my social media accounts… I'm so pleased I did, I feel much less pressure
Actress and world renowned Marilyn Monroe impersonator Suzie Kennedy explained that God led her to delete her social media accounts and that she felt so much freer when she didn’t have to “keep up” her online profile.
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OpinionI’m a Christian and a doctor and this is how your periods affect your mental health, plus how to manage it the godly way
Your menstral cycle impacts your energy, how you build muscle, your productivity, focus and efficiency, your creativity and so much more. Here Dr Kate Middleton explains the impact our periods have on our minds and how we can manage our monthly cycles.
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OpinionHoroscopes may be tempting but they’re rooted in the occult - God offers far better options for divine discovery
We all like the idea of getting a glimpse into our futures and plenty of people read turn to their horoscope for guidance. Here Bobbi Kumari explains how this gives the enemy a foothold in your life and that God offers a far better way of discovering more about yourself.
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OpinionA week on from the Lionesses' historic win and I’m just realising the value of the legacy they will leave behind
Jesus elevated women into places that the culture said they shouldn’t be. Here Lauren Windle explains why it’s so important to follow his lead and celebrate any woman who steps into ‘a man’s world’.
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OpinionFrom NIV to King James, this is what your favourite Bible translation says about you - so are you calm or more of a perfectionist?
Here, English Literature expert Yasmin Attwood explores the different translations of the Bible and what your favourite may mean about you. From the historical King James to the compassionate New Living translation - so which are you?
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OpinionHave you heard of BeReal? The new social media app that Christians are loving…
There’s a new social media app in town with no filters, no friend count and no visible likes and comments and Christians are loving it. But would you try it out?
