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The faith of Bonnie Tyler: The rock legend who never let go of Jesus
“My scars filled me with shame. Now they’re my greatest testimony”
The surprising reason the Church needs fewer leaders
Can Christians cheer for England without compromise? Why I’m proud to be ‘blinglish’
Confession time: Are your voice notes a form of selfishness?
Real Talk: My husband spends more time with Chat GPT than me - what can I do?
“You only believe that because…” What Jennifer Aniston’s comments can teach us about faith
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“My scars filled me with shame. Now they’re my greatest testimony”
Dr Coco Parkinson-Huggins spent years hiding the scars left by self-harm, believing they were a source of shame. Today, the researcher, speaker and Christian writer shares how Jesus transformed her life—and why those same scars have become a powerful testimony to God’s grace and healing.
Two women at the heart of Christian publishing
Former Woman Alive editor Tola-Doll Fisher and current editor Jemimah Wright spoke to commissioning editor Charisa Gunasekera and publishing director Lauren Windle about calling, representation and platform
From the New Age to new life in Jesus
Growing up without faith, Lucinda Button (Lu) dove into all that the New Age had to offer in an attempt to heal inner wounds, only to find it never held the lasting peace she was searching for. Then Jesus revealed Himself to her, and her life took a complete U-turn. Today, she runs she runs The Bridge Ministry, supporting those moving from the New Age to Jesus
“I loved Jesus — so why was wine still my comfort?”
Christy Osborne’s journey begins in the aftermath of profound grief, where a simple glass of wine slowly becomes a daily source of comfort she never intended to rely on. She explores how alcohol quietly took the place of Jesus, and how she found her way back to lasting peace and freedom.
I used to tell myself I was an idiot all the time - as a Christian woman this is how I found freedom from shame
Toni Kim shares her personal struggle with shame and the freedom she continues to find in Christ. With vulnerability and biblical insight, she reminds Christian women that while shame may try to define us, our true identity is found in being deeply loved daughters of God.
Relationships
Real Talk: My husband spends more time with Chat GPT than me - what can I do?
In our fortnightly column ‘Real Talk’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything.
Friendships in your 30s: Why it’s harder than we expected
Ten things I wish I’d known in my first year of marriage
I want to get married, but I don’t want to be a wife
REAL TALK: “I feel distant from God but I still believe”
Too many voices: How social media ‘therapy talk’ is confusing our relationships
Forget flowers and flirty texts, why “doing the dishes” might be the new love language
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BIBLE
The encounters three women had with Jesus in the Gospel of John
Elaine Storkey unpacks the encounters three women had with Jesus in the Gospel of John, highlighting their vital roles in revealing who Jesus was to those around them
Book Club
Book Club: Created to Play: How taking hobbies seriously grows us spiritually by Brianna Lambert
Hosted by Claire Musters
Book Club: A King Washes Feet: How to love and forgive your friends and enemies
Hosted by Claire Musters
Book Club: What Grows in Weary Lands: On Christian resilience by Tish Harrison Warren
Hosted by Claire Musters
Book Club: 'I Don’t Even Like Women: And other lies that get in the way of sacred sisterhood'
Hosted by Claire Musters
The Woman Alive podcast
The new WA podcast is hosted by editor and creative director Tola-Doll Fisher. Each episode she is joined by different guests to discuss what’s trending online and together they will respond to reader questions about sex and relationships from the popular Great Sexpectations series.
The Woman Alive podcast
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The surprising reason the Church needs fewer leaders
Alex Noel explores the Church’s fascination with leadership and asks whether we’ve overlooked a vital part of discipleship: learning how to follow. Reflecting on Jesus’ example and the life of the early Church, she suggests that faithful following, not leadership, may be the true foundation of Christian maturity.
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Can Christians cheer for England without compromise? Why I’m proud to be ‘blinglish’
Writer Emma Lindsey reflects on what it means to support England as a Black British Christian. As the Women’s World Cup sparks conversations about identity and belonging, she explains why she’s reclaiming both her faith and her flag.
Church
The surprising reason the Church needs fewer leaders
Alex Noel explores the Church’s fascination with leadership and asks whether we’ve overlooked a vital part of discipleship: learning how to follow. Reflecting on Jesus’ example and the life of the early Church, she suggests that faithful following, not leadership, may be the true foundation of Christian maturity.
Obsessed with reality, but bored by truth?
Hope Bonarcher looks at the ramifications of a society entertained by the dramatisation of other people’s lives, and why she believes our gaze should be focused elsewhere
The faith of Bonnie Tyler: The rock legend who never let go of Jesus
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm pays tribute to the life and legacy of Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh rock icon whose powerhouse voice defined a generation. She reflects on the singer’s enduring faith in Jesus Christ and the hope that sustained her throughout her life.
“You only believe that because…” What Jennifer Aniston’s comments can teach us about faith
Jemimah Wright explores the debate sparked by Jennifer Aniston’s appearance on a popular podcast and asks whether many of us are making a common logical mistake when we discuss faith. Could understanding the “genetic fallacy” help Christians have more gracious, and more persuasive, conversations about Jesus?
I camped at Wimbledon, and what I found after dark completely surprised me
Sophie Dianne spent a night in the famous Wimbledon queue to discover the Christian volunteers bringing kindness, conversation and prayer to tennis fans from around the world. She shares why the work of Love All Serve All reminded her that some of the most powerful acts of evangelism happen far away from a church building.
TikTok’s biggest tarot reader just deleted everything – here’s why
Kate Orson reflects on the remarkable story of TikTok’s biggest tarot reader, who shocked millions by deleting her content and declaring her faith in Jesus. She explores why such dramatic conversions provoke such strong reactions, and what they can reveal about the power of the gospel.
What our obsession with Taylor Swift’s celebrity wedding says about faith
As speculation around Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding reaches fever pitch, Jenny Sanders asks why celebrity romances captivate us so deeply. She argues that while famous love stories may inspire us, Christians are called to look beyond the headlines to find their true role models and lasting hope.
What watching my children play sport taught me about Jesus
Prayer and Reflection
‘Let’s stop calling striving faithfulness’
Jamie Phear urges us to check whether we’ve left God behind, and, if we have, she asks: will we allow Him to tear down what we’ve built in our own strength so that we can build again together?
Before you chase your dreams, read this
Rev Katherine Chow writes a letter to her ten-year-old niece, passing on what she has learned about life with God
Signs & Wonders in everyday life - God never gave up on me
Your stories of God’s intervention
Doubt can help deepen our faith
Kate Orson says that if we remain receptive to the truth, speaking out our questions to God is a helpful thing to do
The faith of Bonnie Tyler: The rock legend who never let go of Jesus
“You only believe that because…” What Jennifer Aniston’s comments can teach us about faith
I camped at Wimbledon, and what I found after dark completely surprised me
TikTok’s biggest tarot reader just deleted everything – here’s why
What our obsession with Taylor Swift’s celebrity wedding says about faith
What watching my children play sport taught me about Jesus
‘Let’s stop calling striving faithfulness’
Before you chase your dreams, read this
Signs & Wonders in everyday life - God never gave up on me
Doubt can help deepen our faith
Health and wellbeing
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BUSINESS
The CEO who says the Holy Spirit is her business strategy
Thinking of going back to work? Here’s what no one tells you about career breaks
Obedience has taken her further than ambition ever could
What if a girl’s first period reflected God’s care, not fear?
How Nicky and Sila Lee’s daughter helped build one of Britain’s most celebrated Christian-owned vineyards
Meet Laura K Sayers: The Illustrator Bringing Faith and Whimsy to Paper Art
Starting my business, one page at a time
‘You need to make God your CEO’
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Parenting
The unexpected way social media helped my son beat depression
Protecting our children or policing their screens? The great social media debate
How to prepare your children for a world that isn’t a fairy tale
Why don’t Gen Z women want children?
Empty nest syndrome can lead to a rediscovery of faith and identity
What can we teach girls about problematic men?
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