Opinion

Why the Duggars serve as a warning against fundamentalist Christianity
The Duggars' response to the abuse scandal raises serious questions about the model of Christianity that they follow, and how healthy the environment is that it creates.

Ubble trouble: Why we don't need to know when we'll die
The Ubble Risk Calculator tells people how likely they are to last five years.

Abercrombie and the hijab: Why Christians should care about the rights of Muslims
One woman's battle against discrimination....

Five things the Church should be lobbying government about
Alongside practical action, the Bible tells us to speak up for the poor, says Gillan Scott.

I am an Evangelical. I voted Conservative. What's with all the hate?
Hugh Bourne responds to left wingers' criticism.

FIFA: Why I'm angry about the corruption of the beautiful game
Even as a bystander rather than a true fan, the allegation of corruption in FIFA makes me mad, writes Mark Woods.

After sleepwalking where culture leads, is the church finally waking up?
It's been a strange week for church and culture clashes, writes David Robertson.

How should Christians relate to 'outsiders'?
Ian Paul asks whether Christians should be distinctive and keep their distance, or engage with culture and blend in.

10 bad preaching habits which must be stopped
Want to avoid people snoring in the pews? Mark Woods offers some helpful tips.

Should I give up on football?
At the end of the season, Krish Kandiah reflects.

Same-sex marriage: What the Irish referendum result says to the Churches
There are three notable â and rather heartening â things to notice about this 'social revolution'.

The time bomb in the church's midst... and how to defuse it
Youth ministry is being de-prioritised in our churches and the consequences are disastrous, writes Martin Saunders.

Where Did God's People Go...?
Simon Guillebaud on why he's staying in Burundi.

Reflection: What type are you? The world's sharpest personality test
It is actually Jesus who gives us the most valuable personal diagnosis kit in the Parable of the Sower.

Dealing with the past: What the meeting between Prince Charles and Gerry Adams says about forgiveness
Forgiveness means saying that what happened will not control our future.

Ashers' Bakery: The real loser here is a tolerant society
The Ashers 'gay cake' judgment is troubling because of what it reveals about the conflict between rights.