All Death articles
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OpinionWhy did God let someone die at a Christian festival?
Beloved pastor, husband and father Robert Guanco died this weekend at Big Church Festival when a sign fell on him. Six other people were injured. When Amy Orr-Ewing’s 21-year-old godson asked her how God could let this happen at a Christian event, this is what she wrote back
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OpinionDolly Parton (1946–2026): The Queen of Country who believed all things were possible through God
Dolly Parton rose from a one-room cabin in Tennessee to become a global country music icon, actress and radically generous philanthropist. Following her death aged 80, Derek Walker reflects on the Christian faith that empowered her to believe all things were possible, even when life suggested otherwise
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OpinionJason Arday: Why grace without truth leaves us blind
The Jason Arday case is being framed as a story about race. But Dr Jenny Taylor believes it is really about narcissism, institutional failure, and a society that has dismantled the very structures designed to protect us from those wired to exploit
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InterviewsJoel Muddamelle: ‘There are spiritual forces that absolutely hate you’
Joel Muddamalle’s new book explores spiritual warfare, dark powers and the victory of Christ. He speaks to Sam Hailes about the heroic faith of his missionary grandparents, the dangers of celebrity culture in Christianity and how you can discern the unseen battle
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ReviewsWant to better support those who grieve? Read this
A new book by David Oliver, written following the sudden death of his son Joel, offers a thoughtful exploration of grief that combines personal experience with biblical insight and practical guidance for supporting those who mourn, says our reviewer
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OpinionDoes death make you feel uncomfortable? That’s because we’re not made for it
As Rev Jamie Sewell watched the body of his 95-year-old parishioner weaken, he saw her faith deepen. Humans find death so hard because we were made for eternity, he says. We only make peace with it when we find the hope of heaven
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OpinionDoes it matter if Christians are cremated or buried?
The courts have recently intervened in two high-profile cases involving family disputes over whether loved ones should be cremated or buried, with some citing Christian beliefs as the reason for preferring burial. Tony Wilson explains why some Christians hold to this belief
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Magazine FeaturesWas St Peter really crucified upside down?
The martyrdoms of St Peter and St Paul have long been cited as evidence for the truth of Christianity. But how strong is the historical case - and what does their extraordinary witness teach believers today?
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Regular ColumnistsI’m a Christian. But I still don’t want to die…
Christians speak confidently about eternal hope and the defeat of death. But what if, despite believing in heaven, you still fear dying? Jeff Lucas reflects on grief, awkward Christian clichés and why trusting Jesus doesn’t always remove our dread of the final journey
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ReviewsHamnet’s honest portrayal of grief is a challenge to the Church
Maggie O’Farrell’s fictional tale of the death of William Shakespeare’s son has won rave reviews and eight Oscar nominations. Its heart-wrenching portrayal of death and loss should serve as a reminder to Christians not to offer glib answers or gloss over the hard parts of life, says Sophie Sanders
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ReviewsWondering if your marriage follows you into heaven? This film posits an answer — but you may not like it
Eternity charmingly invites Christians to ask what romantic relationships look like in the afterlife — but, Giles Gough warns, some Christians may find the answers this fantasy film gives deeply unsettling
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ReviewsCarrying Hope: One mother’s journey through grief, faith and the fight for life
When Beth Appleby received a devastating prenatal diagnosis, she faced it with grief, grit and faith. Carrying Hope is a moving story of holding onto God in the darkest of valleys, says Lisa Skinner
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Regular ColumnistsI’m a Christian author and speaker. But I admit doubt is a mosquito I can never quite kill
I don’t lose my faith. I just mislay it occasionally, says Jeff Lucas
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News AnalysisThe pro-life movement lost the votes on abortion and assisted suicide. What went wrong?
After the House of Commons voted to decriminalise abortion and legalise assisted dying in the same week, campaigners are warning that decisions on life and death issues are being taken without proper scrutiny
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ReviewsLevi Lusko finds God in the chaos
In Blessed Are the Spiraling, Levi Lusko reframes disorientation, burnout and grief as opportunities for divine transformation. It is a timely, grace-filled guide for anyone navigating the messier seasons of faith says Hena Byran
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Regular ColumnistsJesus tells us not to fear. How does that work?
Life is full of fears - aging, death, and a world in turmoil. But Easter declares that Jesus has conquered the greatest fear of all, giving us hope beyond the grave, says Jeff Lucas
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Magazine FeaturesWe need to talk about grief
When her mother died suddenly, Mandy Gill was not as comforted by her Christian faith as she might have expected. Her fellow believers didn’t always respond well either. Here are the lessons she’s learned from a slow and painful journey with grief
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OpinionLiam Payne died searching for recognition. It can only come from God
The tragic death of One Direction’s teen pop sensation reminds us that fame and fortune cannot meet our deepest human needs, says Tony Wilson. That can only come from being fully known by Jesus
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OpinionThis suicide pod is horrific. But it’s the logical result of our consumer society
Assisted suicide is the ultimate expression of individualism, says Tony Wilson. But we can’t control all aspects of our lives, and Christians have good reasons to surrender their wants and desires to God
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Real Life'Two of my friends just died, and I’m devastated. But I know God understands'
Prayer is central in all that we do but at times of agony it matters more than ever, says Michael Coren
