By James Mildred2023-02-24T11:52:00
Classic liberalism means everyone’s views have a place in the national conversation, says James Mildred. If Hindus and Muslims can lead political parties and hold high office, why can’t an evangelical Christian?
“To stop people from saying what they really feel is overly draconian.” So said Kemi Badenoch in an interview with Politico. She was talking about Kate Forbes and the media storm that has surrounded her in recent days.
What Badenoch was articulating in her defence of Forbes was classical liberalism. The idea is that you have your own beliefs and worldview and, naturally, that shapes how you think about everything. It doesn’t mean everyone will agree with you, but it does mean your ideas and convictions can be part of the national conversation. You have a right to be heard.
2024-11-05T13:26:00Z By Tim Farron MP
Leading the opposition with such a small number of seats is a real challenge, says Tim Farron. The new Conservative Party leader - who describes herself as a “cultural Christian” but also says she’s not at all religious - will need our prayers
2023-04-27T12:28:00Z By Colin Bloom
A landmark review into faith engagement has found the government needs to recognise faith groups as a force for good. Much more must be done to improve religious literacy, as well as tackling harms such as extremism, says it’s author, Colin Bloom
2023-04-21T13:56:00Z By Ross Hendry
Bullying occurs in the boardroom, the classroom and even in government, says Ross Hendry. As Christians, we should be thankful that the standards and values in public life, rooted so much in the Bible, have been upheld
2025-07-09T11:30:00Z By Tim Farron MP
A Parliament without prayer? Be careful what you wish for, says Tim Farron MP. In a Chamber often crammed full of egos, there can be no better antidote than to start your day with prayerful remembrance that God is in control, not you
2025-07-09T10:46:00Z By Lindz West
Online streams of Christian music have increased 60 per cent over the last five years. There’s an open door for the gospel, says evangelist and musician Lindz West. It’s time for Christian artists to walk through it with integrity, creativity and a heart to share the good news with a lost and hurting world
2025-07-09T09:05:00Z By Travis Burleson
Flash floods in Kerr County, Texas have killed at least 104 people, including at least 27 girls and staff from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp that has been running for more than 100 years. A local pastor calls Christians to pray for those affected, and says many are asking why God allows such tragedy to happen
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