All Opinion articles – Page 7
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OpinionMy three-year-old sings Psalms as bomb sirens go off in Israel
As Passover begins today, Israeli Jewish mother D’vora M.B reflects on faith, fear, and God’s faithfulness in the midst of war. Drawing on the story of Esther, she shares a deeply personal account of motherhood, courage, and trusting God for such a time as this.
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OpinionA Christian mum decided to write letters to encourage other new mothers
Rebecca Glover shares how the early months of motherhood reshaped her life, faith, and sense of calling. From the uncertainty of new motherhood to the creation of Mum’s Got Mail, Rebecca Glover explores the beauty of small, intentional encouragement for mums navigating one of life’s most transformative seasons.
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OpinionWhen grief meets calling
Kiri Jane Erb recounts her move from the UK to rural Canada, her experience of pastoral life, and the lingering impact of her father’s death. Through it all, she explores how wrestling with grief, calling and study led her to a deeper confidence in a theology that speaks honestly into suffering and hope.
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Opinion'A moral turning point for Christian women at work?' Why the Employment Rights Act 2025 could transform millions of lives
According to Ann-Louise Graham, new workplace reforms could significantly improve security, leave rights, and health support for women.
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Opinion‘Baby Brain’ - a boost for mothers, revealing God’s perfect design
Drawing on scientific research and personal experience, writer and mother, Hannah Wickens shows how the neurological changes of pregnancy can equip women for deeper bonding, focus and care in the early months of a child’s life.
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OpinionIs abortion really legal up to birth? A Christian response to decriminalisation
Domestic abuse recovery specialist, Sally Hope, examines the facts behind the Abortion Act 1967 and the reality of illegal abortion cases. She says it could protect some of the most vulnerable women—raising important questions for Christians about justice, compassion and what it really means to be pro-life.
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OpinionFriendship, Romance and the “Relationship Recession”
Writer Sophie Sanders explores the growing conversation around what some are calling a “relationship recession,” as Gen Z increasingly prioritises friendship over romance. While celebrating the deep value of platonic relationships, she asks whether society risks losing something vital if marriage and romantic commitment quietly fade from the centre of our cultural story.
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OpinionIs Hilary Duff a Christian?
Sophie Dianne explores the faith and personal beliefs of one of the 2000s’ most beloved pop culture icons. As Hilary Duff returns to the spotlight with new music and a world tour, Sophie considers the question many fans are Googling.
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OpinionWhy do Christian women find it so hard to say no?
There’s a widely held assumption that ‘yes’ is always the correct response for believers. Drawing on the story of Mary and Martha in Gospel of Luke 10, Katherine O’Neill suggests that at times, ‘no’, can be the wiser, more loving, and more faithful choice.
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OpinionLouis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere isn’t just about misogyny, it’s about a spiritual war
Alex Noel explores why so many young men are being drawn into a culture of dominance, conspiracy, and hostility toward women — and why its growing influence matters for Christian women navigating faith, relationships, and a rapidly shifting cultural landscape.
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OpinionREAL TALK: What are Christian views around foreplay with a partner before marriage?
In our fortnightly column ‘Real Talk’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything.
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OpinionEveryone says “manifest it” but the Lord’s prayer taught me a better way to hope
In a culture promoting mantras of self-belief and self-creation, Ayoola Bandele says we can easily blur the line between confident hope and subtle self-reliance.
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OpinionDeepfakes, deception, and the death of truth: Why The Capture now feels terrifyingly real
As The Capture returns for its third season, Sophie Sanders says it feels less like fiction and more like a mirror held up to our present reality. How do we begin to tell what’s true?
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OpinionIs the idea of ‘soulmates’ biblical?
Drawing on culture, psychology, and scripture, Rebecca Hunter Kelm challenges romantic myths, pointing us toward a more biblical vision of love, commitment, and marriage.
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Opinion‘Love that for you’ isn’t enough: A Christian case for real encouragement
As Gillian Anderson steps in as Marks & Spencer’s playful “Chief Encouragement Officer,” her feel-good compliments tap into something real—but for Christians, true encouragement goes far deeper than kind words.
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OpinionDoes smashing plates truly heal us? Why are so many women looking for rage rooms?
From Japanese “frustration spaces” to the growing popularity of UK Rage Rooms, Jenny Sanders notes that the promise of cathartic destruction has struck a particular chord with women navigating pressure, injustice and exhaustion.
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OpinionThe Quiet Revival debate isn’t really about the data
Journalist Tabby Kibugi explores why critics and champions are clashing over the Bible Society’s findings, and suggests the intensity of the argument points to a deeper question about spiritual hunger and cultural change.
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OpinionLiving between fear and faith in Dubai
Due to current information-sharing restrictions and necessary security precautions, this article is shared anonymously. It offers a deeply personal reflection on living through uncertainty in the UAE, navigating challenge and hope while holding onto a sense of purpose and trust in God during an unpredictable time.
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OpinionWhy are women more religious than men?
Church leader Hannah Stephenson-Kelly considers how social roles, lived experience, and the use of time and space may help explain this perceived gender gap in religiosity.
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OpinionGod freed me from binge eating
Denise Jelinek shares her deeply personal journey of struggling with food, faith, and feelings of unworthiness.
