All Family & Relationships articles
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OpinionThe Christian guide to dating apps
How can Christians approach online dating while staying true to their faith and values? Deborah Adelodun explores the pros and cons of five of the most popular dating apps available today
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OpinionWhen funding was pulled from youth work, the Church stepped up. Did the government notice?
After years of cuts, Keir Starmer’s pledge to invest millions in young people will be welcomed by many. But Andy du Feu notes the Church has been plugging the funding gap for years — and it’s about time Westminster acknowledged that
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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 ColumnistsTired, worn out and feeling meh this summer? You’re still loved and seen
Whether you’re glammed up for the joyful events of the Christian festival season, or curled under a blanket with a summer cold — God sees your heart. You are fully known and fully loved. How liberating, says Gemma Hunt
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ReviewsWhat the new Fantastic Four gets right (and wrong) about God
Fantastic Four: First Steps leans into the domestic family dynamics as well as the heroics. It is a combination that feels perfectly balanced and for viewers with faith, Giles Gough says there’s an extra layer of biblical parallels woven into the film
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OpinionParents can rejoice. The UK is finally enforcing age checks on porn
After years of delay, the Online Safety Act has introduced age verification for online porn, and with it, greater protections for children. James Mildred says this is a moment for parents to rejoice, but only if Ofcom does its duty and enforces the regulations
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OpinionThe CEO kiss cam scandal is a warning to us all — we should be praying, not laughing
A viral kiss cam moment at a Coldplay concert quickly spiraled into a public spectacle of mockery and ridicule for mass entertainment. But instead of laughing, Billy Hallowell says this should prompt us to pray for the families involved, reflect on our own shortcomings, and respond with compassion
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Magazine FeaturesWhat happened when a Christian journalist tried speed dating
Can you find love in just four minutes? Lauren Windle spills the beans
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OpinionHow to love your child when they cut you off
After their child came out as transgender and cut off all contact, the grief for Christian parents Gary and Leah was profound. But it is possible to keep loving in the silence — with grace, humility and hope — even when reconciliation feels out of reach, says Sarah Sedgwick
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Regular ColumnistsGod, gender and why Daddy Pig isn’t problematic
Stereotypical ideals of both motherhood and fatherhood can affect our view of God, too, says Chine McDonald
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Regular ColumnistsFamily gatherings can be difficult. Here’s what I’m doing about it
Family is a beatiful gift — but it is also a flawed one. Gemma Hunt shares how she is learning to show up honestly, leaning into grace and trusting God with tricky family dynamics
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OpinionBirth rates are falling. Christians must ‘go forth and multiply’
A new UN report says all but three countries in the world will have below replacement levels of reproduction by the end of the century. God’s command to “increase in number” was never meant to be an optional extra, says Miriam Cates. It’s time that Christians took it seriously again
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OpinionFamily breakdown is at a record high. It’s time the Church fought for marriage again
Nearly half of all teenagers now grow up in homes without both parents present. Harry Benson says Christians need to champion marriage as the foundation for commitment, dependable love and stable families
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OpinionDoes the Bible prohibit sex before marriage?
A megachurch Baptist preacher in the US has caused controversy after stating sex outside of marriage is morally permissible. In his sermon, Dr Delman Coates said there was “no biblical basis” for abstinence until marriage. In this response, Dr Ian Paul argues that while cohabitation is not specifically mentioned in scripture, it is included within prohibitions against "sexual immorality"
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Magazine FeaturesWhich Christian festival should you attend? Take this quiz to find out!
Which summer festival is right for you? Take our (very serious and scientific) quiz to find out
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Magazine FeaturesSaving boys: Recovering Christ-like masculinity in the age of Adolescence
As the hit Netflix series Adolescence prompts a national debate about toxic influences on young men, Martin Saunders suggests practical solutions the Church needs to adopt now
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OpinionWant to see renewal? Parents will have a unique role to play
By all means celebrate stories of a revival of spiritual interest among Gen Z. But if we don’t empower Christian parents to pass faith onto their children, we won’t move the needle on church growth, says Gareth Crispin
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InterviewsElle Limebear: ‘I want to rebuke this idea of us being an anxious generation’
After a life-long battle with anxiety, worship leader Elle Limebear is showing fear the door. As she releases her boldest music to date, the daughter of Delirious? frontman Martin Smith opens up about prophetic words, how she accidentally rewrote her father’s classic worship song and what touring the world is really like
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ReviewsUnmaking Mary demolishes the myths of motherhood
Chine McDonald’s new book will free mothers from perfectionism as it challenges religious expectations that burden women. With a fresh perspective on the Virgin Mary, Unmaking Mary invites readers to embrace a more authentic, grace-filled approach, says our reviewer
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OpinionWhy your church needs to open a youth club…now!
From the hit Netflix series Adolescence to Gareth Southgate’s recent lecture, it’s clear from the headlines this week that young people in the UK need much better role models. Andy Mossop says it’s time for more churches to plug the gap left by funding cuts and invest in opening new youth clubs. It will bring you and your church numerous benefits, he says
