Opinion

What the Covid world can learn from the quiet way of Julian of Norwich
Sheila Upjohn speaks to Christian Today about Julian of Norwich's writings and why she believes they are a must-read for anyone struggling to understand the nature of God.

Jonathan Fletcher and the cancer of careerism among conservative evangelicals
There has been a recognisable career structure in that world in which Fletcher wielded such power.

Why our greatest mental health challenge is still ahead
During this pandemic, our homes and relationships have been changed forever, and insecurity, uncertainty and anxiety have become daily companions as a result. With that in mind, re-entry into our post-lockdown world might be harder than we think, writes Kintsugi Hope's Simon Barrington.

Jesus' victory over death remains our steadfast hope
Jesus has given us a glimpse of God's future and it is going to be infinitely better than anything we experience at the moment.

Do Christian festivals have a future?
As the country eases out of lockdown, hybrid is here to stay, says Spring Harvest's Abby Guinness

Pesach: From the servitude of Egypt to service in the Promised Land
Jesus' sojourn in the desert when he faced evil forces was a type of Exodus for him â so what does this actually mean?

Why I can't stop worrying about this Church of England prayer
When the Church of England produces a prayer for a National Day of Reflection (as was held in the UK this week), what could possibly be wrong with it?

When the promise of spring is not enough
Surely the coming of the sun, warmth, re-growth in nature, and for many Easter and everything associated with it, must be heart-warming and mood lifting, yet for many all of this reinforces just how bad they are feeling inside, how isolated they are from those around them, and how much they are missing.

An open letter to Jordan Peterson
Like King Agrippa, you are "almost persuaded" (Acts 26:28), and so I hope that you will soon be fully persuaded.

How women can take care of their mental health during the pandemic
Dr Zoe Ekundare, a counsellor at Jesus House and part of its annual Uncommon Woman conference, speaks to Christian Today about the challenges of the pandemic for women but also the strength she has found in leaning on the Holy Spirit for help.

This pandemic has reminded us of what women are truly capable of
What has struck me the most during this pandemic has not been the suffering, although that has been great, it has been the resilience and strength many women have shown in the midst of trials, writes Catherine Adenrele Runsewe.

Cultural Christianity is not the same as faith in Christ
We shouldn't want people to tick 'Christian' on the census if it merely points to cultural identity rather than a real faith in Christ, writes Tim Farron.

What does 'love your neighbour' look like in practice?
"Love your neighbour" is a well-known saying of course but our communities would be very much happier and healthier if we allowed it to shape the way we relate to each other.

Reflections from a Christian care home in the valley of the shadow of death
Jonathan Dorrington, Business Manager at Finborough Court care home, looks back on a year of shock and sorrow, but also faith and hope in Jesus.

During the pandemic, people have been trapped by more than just the four walls of their home
Whatever your experience of the last 12 months, I don't imagine it lined up with your hopes and dreams for 2020.

What drives people to reject their own gender?
Walt Heyer, who spent eight years living as a woman before transitioning back, talks to Christian Today about the root of transgenderism and why he thinks medical transition and an affirming approach are not the solution.