Opinion
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What the collapse of a Christian teacher's employment tribunal has to do with the rest of us
The collapse of an employment tribunal because of social media comments by a panel member may look like a win against anti-Christian bias but actually the story is indicative of the grim future for orthodox Christians in the public square.
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Why are there so many different religions? A Christian answer
If the evidence shows that the earliest religion of humankind was monotheism based on direct divine revelation, then why is there the diversity of religions and philosophies that we see today. What happened?
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The Temple epicentre of conflict
The destruction of the Temple in AD 70 also impacted on the way in which the conflict leading to the events of Easter was emphasised in the emerging Christian community and its foundational documents.
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How does the Annunciation underpin fundamental beliefs within Christian faith?
How does the Annunciation underpin fundamental beliefs within Christian faith?
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Scotland's new hate crime law is no laughing matter
The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act comes into force on April Fools' Day but sadly, for Christians and others who don't toe the State's line, it is no joke.
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What is Palm Sunday and why do we celebrate it?
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. But there is another story behind the story ...
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Are there any Esthers left to speak up for Israel?
Jewish academic and Hebrew scholar Irene Lancaster reflects on why Purim is especially meaningful this year.
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What happens when people encounter Jesus in their own heart's language?
Sharing the gospel with someone in a heart language moves beyond sharing a story
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Is there a biblical case for making reparations for slavery?
The issue of whether reparations should be made for British involvement in the transatlantic slave trade has come to the fore again.
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In this age of bloated bureaucracy, pity the poor churchwarden
The churchwarden role alone is a significant commitment.
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Being a peacemaker: practical tips from the Bible on how to resolve conflict
It's important to delve deeper into the Bible to learn how to resolve conflict and improve our relationships.
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The Church of England's school guidance has a troubling Stonewall connection
If, as the Gospels insist, we stand in the middle of a battle between good and evil and are invited in our recognition of Jesus as saviour to pick sides, it is hard not to come to the conclusion that in this matter, the C of E has changed sides.