All Freedom of Belief articles
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OpinionNicki Minaj’s public faith shows secular Hollywood is losing its grip
The backlash against Nicki Minaj shows that speaking out about your Christian faith is still a no-no in Hollywood, says Lois McLatchie-Miller. But record sales and public support show that ordinary people agree with her stance on religious persecution and traditional Christian ethics
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OpinionChristians have long been worried about religious extremism in Nigeria. We’re pleased Trump is taking action
For decades organisations such as Christian Solidarity Worldwide have been sounding the alarm about the targeting of Christians in Nigeria. Ellis Heasley is glad the US has finally woken up to horrors being perpetuated - even if Trump’s threats of military action were typically bombastic
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OpinionChristians are still persecuted in Iran - despite a train station named after the Virgin Mary
Tehran’s Holy Virgin Mary metro station supposedly celebrates the “peaceful coexistence” of religions in Iran. But on International Religious Freedom Day, Steve Dew-Jones reminds us that Christian converts still face extreme persecution
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Real Life‘I lost my career for questioning transgender ideology’
Christian artist Victoria Culf explains how an honest conversation about gender led to accusations of transphobia and the loss of her work
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OpinionMass graves are revealing the suffering of Christians in Colombia’s overlooked conflict
In a rural part of Colombia, seven Christians answered a summons from an illegal armed group and never returned home. What happened in Calamar, Ellis Heasley says, is a chilling glimpse into the price some pay in standing for justice and truth in the name of faith
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OpinionMillions across Asia know nothing about the Bible. How can we reach them?
Bible Society’s Patmos study shows vast numbers in Asia haven’t heard of the Bible — yet many are open to it. Arleen Luo asks: are we still listening — and are we ready to respond?
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OpinionNicaragua’s Easter crackdown on Christians is no anomaly
Christians in Nicaragua are being subjected to a disturbingly routine suppression by their government – yet, as Ellis Heasley reports, the Church remains committed to voicing its faith
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OpinionChristmas is non-existent for North Korean Christians
For most Christians around the world, Christmas is a time to gather and celebrate with friends and family. But for Christians in North Korea, the most dangerous country in the world for followers of Jesus, it is a time of great danger
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OpinionPolice won’t charge JK Rowling for her views – but what about the beliefs of Christians?
The Harry Potter author was quick to test a new Scottish law which criminalises “stirring up hate”. Police say no action will be taken against her, but the legislation could still prohibit Christians from speaking up on marriage, sex and abortion, says Lois McLatchie
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OpinionIs Iran really like Orwell’s 1984? Here are 4 similarities
A new report says life for Christians in Iran is harder than ever. Ben Cohen says their horrific treatment at the hands of the Morality Police reminds him of George Orwell’s famous dystopian novel
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OpinionThere’s no room for Christianity in politically biased schools sex ed
As schools go back, a survey by the Association of Christian Teachers (ACT) warns of widespread marginalisation of traditional Christian views on marriage, sexuality and gender. The government must make sure our children get a balanced education and teachers are protected, says Lizzie Harewood
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OpinionThe Bloom report says faith has value - but Christians in the UK are more marginalised than ever
More than half of adults believe freedom of religion is under threat in the UK, according to the Bloom report. Valuing faith means accepting that holiness and adherence to scripture are not optional for Christians - even when it doesn’t fit with popular opinion
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OpinionAs a Christian, Kate Forbes’ views on climate are what matters most to my generation
In the race to become Scotland’s new First Minister, research says the candidates shouldn’t be focussing on sex and gender but the future of the planet, says Laura Young
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OpinionMost Christians don’t feel comfortable wearing a cross at work. That needs to change
Despite Christianity being the largest religion in the UK, a recent study shows that many Christians still face discrimination in the workplace. It’s time for the Church to stand up, says Andrea Williams
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OpinionHuman rights campaigners are ignoring the plight of persecuted Christians in Qatar
Human rights issues in Qatar have been making front page news throughout the World Cup, but you will struggle to find a secular human rights organisation speaking up for freedom of religion. While the rights of some minorities are championed, Christians are simply ignored, says Dr Martin Parsons
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OpinionThe ‘earth goddess’ statue in our town is an offence to God. We had to speak out
When a pagan statue was unveiled in their town centre, six church leaders felt they had to make the spiritual implications clear
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OpinionSalman Rushdie's attempted murder is an attack on religious freedom
The stabbing of the author of The Satanic Verses and an old college photo of assassinated Pakistani Prime Minister, Benazir Bhutto, reminds George Pitcher that living self-sacrificially is a key tenet of the Christian faith
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OpinionIf Christians don’t stand up for the rights of other religions, we’ll lose our own freedom
Religious intolerance is growing, warns Tim Farron MP
