All Opinion articles – Page 8
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OpinionAre you a Christian woman and anxious? This is why you are blessed…
Dr Claire Williams reflects on the difficult reality of living with anxiety as a Christian, and how even our most fearful thoughts can be redirected towards the promises and presence of God. Drawing on Philippians 4 and the wider story of scripture, she explores how attentiveness, memory and hope can become spiritual practices that ground anxious believers in God’s care.
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OpinionWhen worship filled the streets of London
Samantha David reflects on a powerful Pentecost weekend in central London, where thousands gathered publicly in worship for the Jesus March through the streets of the capital. She shares moments of unity, revival and unexpected encounters that reminded her of the enduring power of faith, hope and the Gospel.
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OpinionThe joy of growing older together: Why single Christian women are choosing community over loneliness
Jenny Sanders explores the growing movement of older women choosing community and shared living over the isolation that can so often accompany later life. Reflecting on faith, family and the biblical call to care for the lonely, she asks whether co-housing could offer not only practical support, but also companionship, dignity and hope in the years ahead.
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OpinionI almost bought a copper bracelet: Why ‘energy protection’ is luring Christian women — and what it’s really replacing
Tabby Kibugi recently found herself drawn to the growing online fascination with copper bracelets promising peace, comfort, and spiritual reassurance during a difficult season of uncertainty. Her experience prompted a deeper reflection on why many young Christian women are turning toward modern spiritual practices in search of security, and what can happen when trust slowly shifts away from God.
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OpinionCher at 80: The Armenian Christian roots behind the woman rumoured to never age
Jemimah Wright explores the extraordinary life of Cher as the superstar celebrates her 80th birthday — from Hollywood fame and endless reinvention to the ancient Christian faith woven through her Armenian roots.
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OpinionChannel 4’s Married at First Sight has allegedly enabled abuse. Is Christian culture any better?
Sally Hope asks whether Christians should really be shocked by allegations that Married at First Sight has allegedly enabled abuse. If the Church also creates cultures where coercion, purity pressure, and harmful teaching flourish, then Christians must ask whether our own culture is truly any better.
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OpinionWhen speaking hurts: Finding faith through spasmodic dysphonia
Nekeisha Camille shares her journey of losing her voice to spasmodic dysphonia and discovering a deeper faith through suffering and silence. Her story explores healing, identity and the unexpected ways God can bring purpose through pain.
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Opinion“I discovered my husband had abused our daughter”: One mother’s journey from trauma to healing
A Woman Alive reader shares her journey of surviving abuse as a child and the devastating discovery that her now ex-husband had also abused their daughter. She now supports others affected by abuse, offering hope, faith, and the reminder that healing is possible with God.
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OpinionWhy isn’t anyone talking about these incredible women? The faith lesson hidden in England’s rugby triumph
England’s stunning Women’s Six Nations victory over France in Bordeaux on 17 May, has made Jemimah Wright wonder why these remarkable women aren’t being celebrated more loudly. Reflecting on the Red Roses’ extraordinary success, she explores what the Bible says about rejoicing in the achievements of others and why Christians should be leading the applause.
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OpinionIn Sarah Taylor’s appointment, England Men’s Cricket have brought welcome encouragement to ordinary women – whatever our field!
Sharmila Meadows explores how Sarah Taylor’s groundbreaking appointment to England Men’s Cricket speaks far beyond sport, offering encouragement to women stepping into challenging and unfamiliar spaces. Drawing on the stories of biblical women including Esther, Ruth, Deborah and Mary Magdalene, she examines what faith, courage and obedience can look like in a man’s world.
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OpinionThis Christian Rom-Com has everyone talking — but is it sending the wrong message?
Hope Bonarcher takes a closer look at Relationship Goals, the star-studded romantic comedy produced by Michael Todd, DeVon Franklin and Kelly Rowland. While the film delivers nostalgia, chemistry and laugh-out-loud moments, Hope questions whether its relationship advice lines up with the Christian values it claims to promote.
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Opinion “I’ll never be a mother — but Jesus hasn’t abandoned my story”
Wendy Mann shares her grief of never becoming a biological mother and the spiritual wrestle that followed the loss of that dream. She explores how Jesus meets women in unanswered prayers and gently redeems even the deepest heartbreak.
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OpinionREAL TALK: We’ve been talking but he doesn’t lead spiritually, is this a red flag?
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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OpinionWhat Princess Anne’s vintage coat made me think about God’s daily provision
When Princess Anne recently wore a coat first seen over fifty years ago, it challenged our assumptions about value, longevity, and provision in a world shaped by constant consumption. Jenny Sanders reflects on God’s steady, unchanging care through the changing seasons of life.
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OpinionThe comfort of horoscopes vs the truth of God: what Meghan, Duchess of Sussex gets us thinking about
When the Duchess of Sussex shared a viral astrology meme about turbulent seasons coming to an end, it struck a chord with many, but raised deeper questions too. Sophie Sanders reflects on why, in life’s hardest seasons, the pull of horoscopes can feel strong, yet ultimately falls short of the lasting hope found in God.
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Opinion“What the Netflix series Legends gets right about meaning, and what it still misses”
In her review of the gripping new Netflix drama Legends, Jemimah Wright reflects on the extraordinary bravery of undercover customs officers who risked everything to infiltrate Britain’s drug gangs in the 1990s. But beneath the tension and sacrifice, she argues, the series also exposes a deeper spiritual truth: that even lives filled with courage, purpose and good works cannot satisfy the human soul apart from Jesus Christ.
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OpinionWhat I’ve learned in 10+ years of Christian dating apps
After more than a decade navigating Christian dating apps, writer Claire Govender shares the hard-won lessons, hilarious mishaps and spiritual insights she’s gathered along the way. From red flags and rejection to prayer and discernment, her honest reflections offer encouragement for anyone searching for love online.
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OpinionI was a sex coach — but as a Christian, I no longer believe sexual liberation leads to freedom
Kate Orson responds to comments from Samantha Niblett about creating a UK “summer of sex” and expanding lifelong sex education. While statistics show that evangelical women experience more sexual pain than the general population, Orson argues that the answer is not the culture’s increasingly liberal approach to sex, but a deeper understanding of sexuality rooted in Christian faith and biblical boundaries.
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OpinionThe Devil Wears Prada 2 exposes what women are really searching for
After nearly a decade modelling in New York’s fashion industry, Hope Bonarcher recognised the insecurity and ambition instantly. What surprised her was the film’s deeper message about beauty, belonging and the search for something eternal beneath the glamour.
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OpinionMental health awareness: 'The call of Scripture is not only to hear truth but to walk in it'
Counsellor, Ann-Louise Graham says, “Awareness without application does not lead to transformation. In a culture drowning in information, this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (11 - 17 May) theme of “taking action” is a timely reminder that the Christian life has always been about transformation through applied truth and obedience.”
