All Politics articles – Page 12
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OpinionCharacter matters. The Covid inquiry proves it
Mark Gilmore says the revelations of sexism, ego and a toxic culture in No. 10 are a reminder that Christians really should care about the character of their elected representatives. There’s a reason why our leaders are called “ministers”
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ReviewsI saw Jordan Peterson at the O2 last night. He’s asking all the right questions
Thousands flocked to London’s O2 arena to hear leading intellectuals including Jordan Peterson and Douglas Murray talk about everything from marriage to the meaning of life. Can a ‘faith-based’ approach to the culture wars help solve society’s problems? Justin Brierley reports
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OpinionAntisemitism is hitting the streets of London. Christians must be vocal in their opposition
Antisemitic slogans and declarations of support for Hamas could be seen on the streets of London this past Saturday. Christian Concern's Tim Dieppe says Christians must respond by standing in solidarity with Jewish people
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Regular ColumnistsThe world is in a mess, and I worry about the future. But this gives me hope
In a world filled with war, conflict and increasing anxiety, the Church can offer a better story, says Chine McDonald
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OpinionIsrael is the Church’s blindspot
Any serious intercessor understands the importance of praying for Israel, yet most of the Church remains blind to the reality of God’s ongoing plan for the Jews, says Steve Maltz
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OpinionAbuse and violence against women is rife. Why does it keep happening?
From Lawrence Fox’s misogynistic comments to allegations against Russell Brand and the murder of Elianne Andam, there is one common thread. Men who see women as objects. It isn’t how God created us, says Bekah Legg
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OpinionGood news! The online safety bill will help protect children from porn
Age verification for pornography websites is finally being passed into law. It’s a moment of celebration for the Christian organisations, including Premier, who have long been campaigning for better protection for children.
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OpinionBraverman cannot dispense with human rights. They’re God’s idea
In declaring her intention to rip up the UN refugee convention, the Home Secretary is creating the extreme politics she espouses to fear, says George Pitcher. Until the UK looks after its global neighbour, our migration problems cannot be solved
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OpinionKate Forbes believes it’s “risky” to hide your faith. I think she’s right
Having recently interviewed Kate Forbes MSP on the challenges of working as a Christian politician, Tim Farron MP says the political sphere needs voices of faith more than ever
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InterviewsDr Sharon James on challenging radical feminism and critical race theory
Cancel culture and woke activism are being driven by a dangerous anti-Christian ideology sweeping across the West. That’s according to the Christian Institute’s social policy analyst, whose new book on critical theory promises to help believers discern the truth
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OpinionRolling back on green pledges is unchristian and unfair
The government’s U-turn on environmental policies will negatively impact the poorest in our society, both here and abroad, says Holly-Anna Petersen. It is not what God would have us do
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OpinionPolitical demise may be inevitable, but it isn’t a sign of end times
Is there is something of the end times about our government, asks George Pitcher? And if so, what does this say about God’s created order?
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OpinionWhy US evangelicals are still saying ‘Amen’ to Trump
He may have been charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States, but Donald Trump continues to attract widespread support among white evangelicals. Chris Goswami explains why
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News AnalysisExplained: Why are Christians endorsing conspiracy theories about the World Economic Forum?
Some Christians believe the World Economic Forum (WEF) is nudging events forward in a way which could fulfil end time prophecy. But is it mindless fake news? Heather Tomlinson investigates
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InterviewsWes Streeting MP: ‘My faith made it very difficult to accept my sexuality’
Labour’s shadow health minister Wes Streeting MP talks about growing up in poverty, reconciling his faith and sexuality, and building bridges across political and religious divides
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InterviewsThe ‘hated’ Peter Hitchens on pessimism, divine grace and burning his Bible
The opinionated, and often divisive, journalist on how he talked himself out of faith…and then back into it
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OpinionWhy migrants and marine explorers are equal in God’s eyes
The death of five people on the Titan submersible and up to 500 on a migrant boat off Greece were both tragic, says Tim Farron. But they did not provoke an equal response – from the media or the authorities
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OpinionPrince William’s bid to end homelessness has Christian values at its heart
The Christian faith has a long tradition of caring for the least, the last and the lost. So it was a joyous surprise to hear the heir to the throne – and future Defender of the Faith – champion such Christian values through his new scheme to end homelessness, says George Pitcher
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OpinionNicky Gumbel: ‘If you want to learn resilience, look to Jesus’
The past few years have thrown so many challenges at us, says Nicky Gumbel. Jesus’ vision, love for others, relationships and model of empowerment show us how we can bend and not break. Here’s his sermon from the National Prayer Breakfast for Scotland in full
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OpinionThere is only one true source of truth, and it’s not Boris Johnson
When we exchange objective truth for the lies and deceit of self-interest, we make an idol of ourselves, says George Pitcher. Only in Jesus do we find a better way
