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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
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OpinionAs a Christian I struggled with Charlie Kirk’s divisive opinions
Some of Charlie Kirk’s opinions seemed incongruous with those of the saviour he followed, says Richard Reddie
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OpinionChristians must reject Tommy Robinson’s movement - you can’t be ‘just a bit’ racist
Rev George Pitcher argues that while you can be ‘a bit of a Christian’ when exploring faith, there’s no such thing as being ‘a bit racist’ when it comes to political movements - and warns Christians about dangerous alliances with extremist groups
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OpinionThis is a dangerous moment for Christians
If you pick a side in the culture war, you run the risk of not being on Jesus’ side at all, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionYou can’t build God’s kingdom with the enemy’s tools
When the people on the platform are promoting violence and hate, Christians should have no part in the protest, says Dr Helen Paynter. As King Ahaz learned, forging shady alliances with those in power will not build God’s kingdom
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OpinionCharlie Kirk’s true legacy isn’t his politics. It’s his Christian faith
He may have been known as a conservative commentator and founder of Turning Point USA, but Charlie Kirk said his faith in Jesus was ”the most important thing”, notes Billy Hallowell
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News AnalysisCrosses and Bible verses dominated the Tommy Robinson rally. Is a new Christian right on the rise?
Reporting from inside the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ demonstration, David Campanale asked Christians why they were there. He explores what they said and asks whether a religious revolution is taking place
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OpinionA ‘license to kill’? The Lords are criticising the assisted dying legislation. Here’s what they’re saying
The assisted dying bill is still making its way through Parliament. James Mildred explains how Peers have responded to it, and explains what’s likely to happen next
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OpinionImmigration needs respectful debate, not polarised views. Christians must lead the way
Growing up in Telford during the grooming gangs scandal, Emma Hide has seen difficult issues around race and immigration being politicised. But polarising the debate over asylum seekers only silences legitimate concerns and fuels extremism, she says. Christians are called to a radically different approach
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OpinionWhat should Christians make of the Great Awokening?
Recent years have seen sudden adoptions of moral causes, often on contentious issues such as gender identity. Martin Charlesworth calls it The Great Awokening and says Christians should be wary of it
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OpinionHate politics and dislike politicians? Here’s why you should pray for your government anyway
During the UK’s National Week of Prayer, Tim Farron MP makes the case for why Christians should be consistent in bringing our leaders before God – even if we don’t like them or their policies
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OpinionWhy the Archbishop of York’s migration comments were out of touch
Bishops need to be more careful when talking about migration, says Rev Ian Paul. Loving your migrant neighbour does not mean avoiding the tough political questions
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OpinionThe Christian case for stopping illegal channel crossings
Rev Dr Nigel Scotland explains why he believes the most compassionate response to the small boats crisis is to immediately return migrants to France
