2019-07-11T00:00:00
Methodists recently voted to recognise same-sex marriage in their churches. Minister Ian Bell explains why he supports the move
2025-05-15T12:02:00Z By Rev Dr Ian Paul
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"
2022-10-19T12:58:00Z By Dr Ian Paul
Ben Bradshaw MP has called for the Church of England to change its treatment of gay people or face disestablishment. But his comments belie a misunderstanding of the Church’s current position, says Dr Ian Paul
2025-07-11T14:46:00Z By Neil O'Boyle
New research shows more young people are praying, attending church and open to faith. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, says Youth for Christ’s Neil O’Boyle. But the Church must engage with Gen Z and Gen Alpha on their terms
2025-07-11T08:25:00Z By Ben Cohen
July 11 marks the International Day Against Stoning. It may seem barbaric that this method of corporal punishment still exists, says Ben Cohen, but it does. Here’s why Christians should care
2025-07-11T07:52:00Z By George Pitcher
83-year-old Anglican priest, Rev Sue Parfitt, was arrested for holding up a sign in support of Palestine Action, recently proscribed as a terrorist group. Peaceful protestors are standing between the oppressors and the oppressed, says George Pitcher. But it’s an uncomfortable place to be
2025-07-10T10:47:00Z By Tim Bechervaise
Many regard SW9’s grass courts as sacred ground, but for some playing at Wimbledon this week, could there be something else fuelling their sporting success? From Novak Djokovic to Aryna Sabalenka, Tim Bechervaise explores the Christian faith of some of tennis’ biggest names
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