By Tony Wilson2024-05-14T07:59:00
‘Doomsday Blue’ was another example of a liberal backlash against the institutional church. That’s fair enough, says Tony Wilson. But the demonic imagery was a dangerous step too far, he says
This is an article I don’t particularly want to write. But I think I should. The outline was forming in my mind as I watched the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night.
My reticence springs from knowing full well that Bambie Thug’s Eurovision song, ‘Doomsday Blue’, is poking a big stick at people who hold socially traditional views. I don’t want to be that columnist who takes offence and harrumphs about things. I respect freedom of expression and understand that artists sometimes challenge and disturb us. But when the message includes occult references, curses and imagery so malevolent surely there is a right to reply.
Eurovision had a reputation for being harmless, cheesy fun for all the family. ABBA this is not. The entry from Ireland was dark to the extreme.
2025-10-07T06:50:00Z By Paul Kerensa
Produced by the team behind The Chosen, this comedy series based on the Exodus is being released to YouTube. It’s already racked up 2 millions views since piloting online last year, but can The Promised Land really work? Christian and sit-com writer Paul Kerensa gives his view
2025-10-06T10:47:00Z By Sam Hailes
Harry Clark opens up about his controversial victory on BBC reality show The Traitors, why his faith has “saved him” and his new book Staying Faithful
2025-10-02T08:55:00Z By Jennifer Melle
Christian nurse, Jennifer Melle, explains how refusing to use female pronouns for a male paedophile who racially abused and threatened her led to suspension from her role on the NHS frontline after 12 years of service
2025-10-15T09:40:00Z By George Pitcher
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is to be celebrated, says George Pitcher. But true shalom demands justice too
2025-10-13T15:22:00Z By Rebecca Chapman
A brave act of inclusion or a misguided stunt? The new graffiti-style art installation inside Canterbury Cathedral has divided opinion, with even the Vice President of the USA wading into the debate. Rebecca Chapman notes that if a Cathedral can’t point people toward gospel truth, then the church is in serious trouble
2025-10-13T15:06:00Z By O'Neil Dennis
Forrest Frank’s decision to avoid Christian award shows has stirred loud debate. Founder of StepFWD awards, O’Neil Dennis, welcomes Frank’s refusal to take the stage. It reminds us we must not worship the gift, but the source of the gift, he says
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