Opinion

Why do we want politicians who know 'the right thing to do'?
With party conference season upon us, plenty of politicians will claim to know "the right thing to do", but Andrew Graystone argues that we need more politicians who are prepared to listen.

Independence: How Gordon Brown invoked his Christian values to help save the Union
The former Prime Minister's speech before the independence vote was reminiscent of a tub-thumping sermon, writes Ruth Gledhill

Scottish independence: 'The wounds of this campaign will take years to heal'
After a long and embittered political battle, churches have a unique role to play in reconciliation, writes Gillan Scott.

Scottish Independence: An emotional decision
On the day of the vote, David Robertson reflects on what mark the Yes and No campaigns will leave.

Scottish Referendum: Why I'm hoping and praying for a No vote tomorrow
Mark Woods thinks a move towards independence is contrary to the gospel.

Will the new Iraqi government stop Islamic State massacre?
The US say the appointment of Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi represents a "major milestone" and a crucial step towards defeating the terrorist militias.

An open letter to David Cameron: How to Save the United Kingdom
As the referendum on Scottish independence approaches and the Yes campaign gathers momentum, David Robertson has some words of warning for David Cameron.

Iraq: What influence does Justin Welby have in bringing British Jihadists to justice?
The Archbishop of Canterbury said today that the West had been slow to wake up to Iraq. Now it has, what can it do?

Comment: Why Evangelicals can't support Israel's land grabs
As Israel begins the biggest appropriation of West Bank land in 30 years, Mark Woods asks where Christian sympathy should lie.

An Open Letter to Alex Salmond: Will an independent Scotland cut out Christ?
David Robertson shares his thoughts on Scottish Independence with the First Minister of Scotland.

Nine-year-old girl shoots and kills instructor - time for a rethink of gun laws?
On Monday a nine-year-old girl shot and killed her shooting instructor. Mark Woods asks whether it's time for Christians to take a different view on gun ownership.

Legal challenge to Government's Trojan Horse response is a gospel freedom issue
Colin Hart, director of the Christian Institute, responds to criticism of the Institute's legal challenge against the Government's response to the Trojan Horse scandal.

Dissing Driscoll: What the Church can learn from Pastor Mark's fall from grace
Following the latest furore about the US megachurch pastor, David Robertson considers the lessons for the wider Church.

Trojan Horse: Real religious persecution is happening in Iraq, not Birmingham
Let's not get hysterical about 'religious persecution' in the UK, says Anna Drew. It's a waste of resources and gives Christians a bad name.

Iraq: We are staring evil in the face, how should we respond?
Response is urgent but don't assume might is right, writes Heather Tomlinson

All One in Christ
Does Keswick still have something to teach the 21st century church?