All liz truss articles
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Opinion
Labour says it's serious about change. The Church should be too
It’s time for the Church to get serious about the things that really matter, says George Pitcher. And that means less time on same-sex relationships and more on the lost, the poor and the marginalised
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Opinion
Politics shouldn’t be about status and ambition. It’s supposed to be about service
Jesus warned us that “those who exalt themselves will be humbled”, says Tim Farron MP, as he recaps a tumultuous week in politics and argues that if service is beneath a politician, then leadership should be too
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Opinion
As Liz Truss resigns, Christians must avoid being dragged into the soap opera of heroes and villains
At times like these, Christians need to look at the roots of the issue, namely relationships and truth. Most of all, we need to pray, says Andy Flannagan
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Opinion
Christians are becoming a voice crying out in the wilderness of politics
Much like our current leaders, Israel’s King Ahab preferred advisors to echo his own opinions rather than give him godly challenge. Now, like then, it’s likely to end in disaster, warns George Pitcher
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Opinion
7 leadership lessons for pastors after Liz Truss' disastrous mini-budget
Our new Prime Minister’s recent behaviour is a masterclass in how not to lead radical change, says John Stevens
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Opinion
The IMF is clear: Kwarteng and Truss cannot serve two masters
The UK government have been warned that their economic policy favours the rich. The IMF are not divine, says George Pitcher, but their words witness to gospel values
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Opinion
Could the Queen’s death bring revival?
Within two days, the UK had a new prime minister and a new king. As an era ends, George Pitcher is praying for winds of change to bring God’s reviving fire
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Opinion
Tim Farron: The Queen’s faith was a source of wisdom for all her prime ministers – she will be greatly missed
The Queen was never shy about sharing her faith, says former leader of the Liberal Democrats, Tim Farron, and this is why her wise counsel was so vital for Britain’s political leaders
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Opinion
MPs including Keir Starmer chose a secular oath to the King. Should Christians be concerned?
As His Majesty Charles III was proclaimed King, MPs across the parties pledged their allegiance. Several, including the Leader of the Opposition, chose not to swear on the Bible, making a secular ‘solemn affirmation’ instead, but John Stevens says this isn’t necessarily as bad as it sounds
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Opinion
The first thing I am hoping for from our new Prime Minister is a deep, abiding sense of outrage
Liz Truss has been confirmed as our new Prime Minister. Natalie Williams is looking for her to carry a ‘holy fire’ in her gut; a combination of compassion and outrage that compels change for those who need it most
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Magazine Features
A prayer for our new prime minister, Liz Truss
As Liz Truss takes up the reins during a period predicted to be beset with crises and complaints, Christians should start as we mean to go on - by praying for our leaders - says Christians in Politics’ Andy Flannagan
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Opinion
Whether it was Rishi or Liz, we need a leader with moral integrity
Liz Truss has won the Tory leadership contest. Our new PM must strive to be a model of moral integrity and good character, says John Libby
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Opinion
Should we care that only 0.2% of the country can vote for our next PM?
God doesn’t seem to be so interested in our modern concepts of democracy, observes George Pitcher
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Opinion
The faith of the Tory hopefuls
A glimpse at the religious beliefs of the candidates vying for leadership of the country