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Opinion‘I was a proud atheist’: Camila Mendes says success couldn’t satisfy her search for meaning
Jemimah Wright explores actress Camila Mendes’ candid admission that years of success, therapy and self-awareness still left her searching for something more, leading her from proud atheism towards spiritual exploration.
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ArticleThe subtle sin of pride: How it sneaks into our Christian lives
Hope Bonarcher explores why pride is far more than a cultural slogan or political battleground—it is a spiritual condition that affects every human heart. Drawing on Scripture, she argues that true humility is the countercultural mark of those who seek to follow Christ.
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OpinionOnly three women made it onto the Bayeux Tapestry – but their stories still speak to us today
As the Bayeux Tapestry prepares to return to Britain for the first time in almost 1,000 years, Jenny Sanders looks beyond the famous battle scenes to uncover the little-known stories of the three women stitched into history. Her reflection asks an even bigger question: if your life were woven into a tapestry, who would appear, and would you feature in someone else’s?
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OpinionThe Christian gamer quietly sharing Jesus with more than 700,000 people online
Maxine Harrison explores how God is using Christian influencers to reach people in places the Church has often overlooked. From Twitch livestreams to social media platforms, this is a powerful reminder that the mission field is bigger than we sometimes imagine.
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OpinionShould Christians be watching True Crime? The question every Netflix fan needs to ask
True crime is one of the world’s fastest-growing entertainment genres, but should Christians think differently about what they watch? Writer Sophie Dianne explores the appeal of true crime, the ethical questions it raises and how believers can engage with the genre with wisdom, discernment and compassion.
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OpinionHas God been removed from the reboot of Little House on the Prairie?
Sophie Dianne reflects on the much-anticipated Netflix reboot of Little House on the Prairie and asks whether something important has been lost in the retelling. As a lifelong fan of the beloved series, she explores what happened to the Christian faith that once lay at the heart of the Ingalls family’s story.
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OpinionThe faithful heart of The Odyssey
As Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated adaptation of The Odyssey arrives in cinemas, author Holly Price explores the timeless story at its heart. Looking beyond the epic battles and legendary adventures, she uncovers a powerful message about faithfulness, disappointment and the King who never breaks his promises.
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OpinionConfession time: Are your voice notes a form of selfishness?
Sophie Sanders takes on one of modern life’s most surprisingly divisive questions: are voice notes a gift to friendship or a burden to be endured? Exploring the debate through a Christian lens, she argues that our communication habits reveal something deeper about how we love and serve one another.
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OpinionWhat bestselling novel Yesteryear reveals about faith, fame and following Jesus
Lydia Jenkins reflects on the cultural phenomenon of Yesteryear, the bestselling debut novel that has sparked conversations about faith, femininity and the pressures of online influence. She asks what the story can teach Christians about authenticity, performance and what it really means to follow Jesus in a social media age.
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OpinionWhat 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.
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OpinionA historic victory for girls: Colombia bans female genital mutilation
Writer Becky Hunter Kelm celebrates Colombia’s landmark decision to outlaw female genital mutilation (FGM), becoming the first country in Latin America to ban the practice. Reflecting on her own studies and experiences, she explores why Christians should welcome this milestone while continuing to pray for the protection and dignity of women and girls around the world.
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ArticleHow do we respond to a world increasingly controlled by AI?
Hope Bonarcher was deleted without warning from Instagram – here she reminds us that, while our online identity is fragile, our true identity is found elsewhere
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OpinionFrom “harmless banter” to real harm: A wake-up call for the Church
Following the UK’s first conviction for public harassment on the basis of sex, writer Michelle Tant asks what the Church can learn from society’s growing determination to tackle violence against women. Drawing on the story of Tamar, she argues that God calls his people to see, hear and protect women who have been harmed.
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OpinionWhat singer Olivia Rodrigo’s heartbreak taught me about hearing God
Writer Alex Noel reflects on the unexpected lessons to be found in Olivia Rodrigo’s latest album, tracing its themes of heartbreak, self-awareness and emotional honesty. She explores why learning to trust our intuition can be an important part of both personal growth and spiritual discernment.
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OpinionThe Beauty Trap: Has the Church bought into the world’s standards?
Hannah Wickens reflects on society’s preoccupation with beauty and asks whether Christians are truly living by the biblical conviction that God looks at the heart rather than outward appearance. Drawing on personal experience, cultural observations and scripture, she challenges the Church to reconsider how it measures worth and attractiveness.
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OpinionCan a film or art piece be Christian without mentioning God?
At an Arts and Mission conference in Tokyo, writer Rachel Mataraki found herself considering the role of Christian artists working beyond church walls. She explores whether films, stories, and creative works can bear witness to God’s truth even when His name is never spoken.
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OpinionSubmission, authority and discernment: Lessons from Trust Me: The False Prophet
Sophie Dianne explores the dangerous consequences of distorted spiritual authority through the lens of the Netflix documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet. She challenges readers to consider what healthy, Christ-centred leadership and relationships should truly look like.
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Opinion“It took me 16 months to get John Lennox onto The Diary of a CEO - it’s a lesson in God’s hope.”
SPCK’s Head of Marketing and Publicity, Rio Summers, spent sixteen months working behind the scenes to bring author and apologist John Lennox to one of the world’s biggest podcasts. This is the remarkable story of persistence, prayer, algorithms and what happened when Lennox finally sat down with Steven Bartlett.
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Opinion“Trump released the UFO files – as an ex-spiritualist, I offer proof aliens are impostors”
Following renewed public interest in UFOs and alleged government disclosures, writer Laura Maxwell offers a perspective shaped by her past involvement in Spiritualism and the occult. Drawing on her personal experiences and Christian faith, she argues that reported alien encounters may have a spiritual rather than extraterrestrial explanation.
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OpinionWould you wear a dressing gown for your wedding ceremony?
Hannah Wickens explores the viral reaction to a bride who ditched tradition for comfort, sparking debate about what really matters on a wedding day. Looking beyond the headlines, she reflects on how weddings, clothing, and even cultural expectations point us back to the deeper question of love, priorities, and perspective.
