Tim Farron MP
Tim Farron is MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, and former Leader of the Liberal Democrats. His new book A Mucky Business: Why Christians should get involved in politics is published in November. Tim is also the host of Premier’s ‘A Mucky Business’ podcast, which you can listen to on your chosen podcast provider.
OpinionTim Farron: The Queen’s faith was a source of wisdom for all her prime ministers – she will be greatly missed
The Queen was never shy about sharing her faith, says former leader of the Liberal Democrats, Tim Farron, and this is why her wise counsel was so vital for Britain’s political leaders
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Pray for our leaders to act justly for the whole population, not just those who might vote for them
Praying for those in authority should not be seen as a last resort but an urgent imperative – especially in times of change, says Tim Farron
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Rev Les Isaac: ‘We need more integrity and humility in politics…and in the Church’
Rev Les Isaac, founder of Street Pastors UK, speaks to Tim Farron about his sermon, which appeared to inspire ex-health secretary, Sajid Javid, to quit the government
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I witnessed the power of prayer in parliament today - along with 700 others. Here’s why it matters
Opinions are more polarised than ever and scandals have made many feel disinterested in politics. That’s why it’s more important than ever to come together in unity and listen well, says Tim Farron
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There’s no separation between faith and politics
When ministers criticise Church leaders for being too political, they are fundamentally misunderstanding the nature of politics, says Tim Farron - and the Christian faith
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Political landscapes change. Only Jesus has authority that lasts forever
Australia’s recent election results are a good reminder that whatever side we’re on, Christians must respect authority while working for the common good and demanding high standards from those in leadership
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You are not what you earn
Responding to a controversial suggestion from a government minister about how families can tackle the cost of living crisis, Tim Farron reflects on what the Bible says about our true value
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Peter Hitchens: 'When I was an atheist I was even more selfish than I am now'
The controversial commentator speaks to Tim Farron about his journey from atheism to Christianity, and why Christian politicians should expect to be reviled by their colleagues
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When it comes to judging Boris, MPs are turning to scripture
Last week’s debate on whether Boris Johnson should be investigated for lying included more Bible references and Christian language than Tim Farron recalls hearing in the House of Commons for a long time. On issues of morality, we are still deeply shaped by Christian values, he says
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The gospel is more offensive than anything Archbishop Welby could have said about refugees
Church leaders should use their platform to speak truth to power, but I would much rather they use it to unequivocally preach the gospel, says Tim Farron
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Politics cannot save us. Only Jesus can
At Easter, Christians remember that Jesus’ death and resurrection turned all our notions of politics and power on their head, says Tim Farron
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Our bad stewardship of the earth was threatening food supply long before the war in Ukraine
It isn’t just the war in Ukraine that is threatening our food supply and pushing up prices. God has given us a mandate to steward the earth well and it’s more important than ever that we look after it, says Tim Farron MP
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Some wonder how war could happen in the 21st Century. But God never promised us infinite progress
Jesus warned us that there would be trouble in this fallen world. But we can rejoice in his promise that he will overcome it
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Why the climate threat is bigger than Brexit, Covid and even war in Europe
Climate change still poses the biggest threat to humanity, says Tim Farron MP.
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Tim Montgomerie: The Christian Conservative on why he no longer supports Boris Johnson
The Christian Conservative commentator helped put Boris Johnson in Number 10. He tells Tim Farron why he can no longer back the PM
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Women and children are fleeing Ukraine. But if they come here, they'll be treated like criminals
Tim Farron MP says the Government policy on refugees is wrong. We need to be welcoming our innocent neighbours, not turning them away
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Let’s hold the people of Ukraine in our hearts, and pray to God for peace
Whether we believe in just war or take the path of pacifism, all Christians should inform themselves about the deepening crisis in Ukraine, and pray for peace in the region says Tim Farron
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People in the Bible struggled with mental health, we need to stand with our young people when they do
More young people than ever are suffering with poor mental health, and services are badly underfunded. This children’s mental health week, Tim Farron MP says our churches need to support, campaign and love
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‘We cannot just close our eyes and pray’ - a Christian response to the cost of living crisis
Jesus came to save souls, but he also fed people. We should do the same, says Tim Farron
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If Christians don’t stand up for the rights of other religions, we’ll lose our own freedom
Religious intolerance is growing, warns Tim Farron MP
