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OpinionWhen patriotism becomes idolatry, Christians risk replacing God with nationalism
As debates rage over Britain’s Christian heritage, Tim Farron warns that when patriotism becomes an idol, Christians risk replacing God with a broken sense of identity that damages both themselves and others
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OpinionTax is a privilege, not an imposition. If only the billionaires fleeing the country could see that
The fear of wealth taxes is driving many UK billionaires offshore to places with friendlier tax policies. George Pitcher is questioning their refusal to undertake a shared duty to give back, and the price they’re paying for it that isn’t financial
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OpinionMiriam Cates worries the welfare state has robbed the church of its purpose. Here’s why I disagree
Church and state must work in partnership in order to effectively serve the poor, argues Hannah Rich. Former Conservative MP Miriam Cates is wrong to pit the two against one another, she says
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OpinionReform is courting Christian voters. But I think their values undermine our faith
Reform UK’s leader Nigel Farage is back in the headlines this week, accused of allegedly making racist remarks while at school. Holly Petersen says Christians must not be fooled by his policies of hostility and division. It goes against everything Jesus commanded
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OpinionKemi Badenoch was right to quote St Paul. If you can work, then you should
Those who cannot work do need looking after, but the Bible never suggests this job should fall to the government, argues Miriam Cates
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OpinionPenance without action? What’s missing from the BBC’s Mea Culpa
The departure of the BBC’s director general and news CEO raise questions about the difference between political gesture and making amends, says George Pitcher. The Christian concept of penance has much to offer
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OpinionJD Vance wants his Hindu wife to become a Christian. We should be praying for them both
JD Vance has been criticised for expressing his hope that his wife Usha will convert to Christianity. But Mo Tizzard, who has navigated faith differences in her own marriage says desiring your spouse’s salvation isn’t offensive - it’s the most loving thing you can want for them
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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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OpinionAs a Christian peer, I’m standing up for the rights of both women and unborn babies
As politicians debate the decriminalisation of abortion, Baroness Philippa Stroud says current abortion practices are harmful to both women and unborn babies. She’s calling for an end to the controversial abortion pills by post scheme
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OpinionChristians must not ignore the crisis of hidden homelessness
Covid-19 proved that homelessness could be tackled, says Tim Farron MP. But five years on, more than 132,000 households are still in temporary accommodation - and 74 children have died due to poor housing conditions
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InterviewsPäivi Räsänen: ‘Don’t be afraid. God takes special care of you when you are persecuted’
The Finnish MP is facing jail for a social media post that challenged her church’s support of gay Pride. Yet her joy – and determination to use every opportunity to share the gospel – is heaping coals on those who persecute her
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InterviewsFrancis Collins: The Christian scientist who discovered a Covid vaccine…and then became a figure of hate
Dr Francis Collins was at the forefront of the fight against Covid-19 and believes his team’s record-breaking development of vaccines was an answer to prayer. But not all Christians agreed, and he quickly found himself being targeted by some US evangelicals and conspiracy theorists. He tells Sam Hailes how faith sustained him – and why truth matters in a politically divided age
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OpinionCelebrate the ceasefire. But remember peace is more than the absence of war
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is to be celebrated, says George Pitcher. But true shalom demands justice too
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News AnalysisExplained: Why do some Christians think digital ID cards are the Mark of the Beast?
At the recent Labour Party conference, Keir Starmer announced plans to introduce a digital ID card. Ostensibly touted as a solution to the UK’s current immigration crisis, some Christians wonder if it’s linked to end times prophecy. Chris Follett explains
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OpinionJoin me in signing the Westminster Declaration - we must restore moral clarity to public life
Britain’s Christian heritage is being ignored, but there’s still time to “re-Christianise” the nation. That’s according to a number of prominent Christian leaders who have united to produce a new Westminster Declaration. One of the organisers, Msgr Dr Michael Nazir-Ali, explains what it’s all about and why he wants Christians to sign up
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OpinionSecular and left-leaning thinking is leading to the West's decline
New research confirms that cultivating a healthy spiritual life is vital for the flourishing of both individuals and wider society, says Bishop Joseph D’Souza. That’s why he believes the West must recover its cultural and moral values by returning to its Christian roots
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OpinionWhy Keir Starmer’s attack on Nigel Farage was wrong
Personal attacks have no place in politics, says Krish Kandiah. Political rivals aren’t demons to be defeated but neighbours to be persuaded
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OpinionIt’s time for us to reclaim our faith and our flag from the far right
The Unite the Kingdom protest exposed a dangerous fusion of Christian imagery and far‑right ideology, argues Guy Hewitt. The Church must urgently reclaim its message of love and justice, he says
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OpinionWhy I am praying for a secular government in Nepal
As an uprising among Gen Z topples the Nepalese government, the country is at a crossroads, says Narendra Chettri*. If Nepal wants more religious freedom, Christians should pray for a secular government, not a religious one
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InterviewsAndy Flannagan: ‘I’m sadly watching the radicalisation of my peers’
The leader of Christians in Politics speaks out on division, polarisation and why following God’s call doesn’t mean meeting every need
