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Opinions/reflections - July - December 2024

Why I wrote Beyond Christian Zionism
Baptist minister Ian Stackhouse has documented his journey away from Christian Zionism in a new book. He explains why
A Christian perspective on our new Government
There are fundamental truths that can guide followers of Jesus at times like this, writes Chris Goswami
Walking in proximity 
Moses needed mates to hold his arms up, and so do you. Baptist minister Tom Grant asks, who are those friends who ‘get’ urban ministry that will offer support when you’re flagging?
The Christian, embodiment and mindfulness
Why our bodies are central to our spiritual life and wellbeing. By Shaun Lambert
My recent experience in the West Bank
Earlier this summer Noreen Gilhespy of Queens Road Baptist Church, Broadstairs embarked on an intensive course with Bethlehem Bible College, before attending the college’s annual Christ at the Checkpoint conference. She reflects on what she saw and heard
Why I’m celebrating girls in sport
Sports offer a unique platform for girls to challenge themselves, build resilience, and achieve their dreams, writes Judith Davey-Cole of Girls’ Brigade. Let's create a world where every girl has the opportunity to shine, both on and off the field
'We have all we need – if we take discipleship seriously'
Baptist minister Tim Sutton reflects on his new book Disciple Gate: Moving into Life with Jesus
Revitalising the Baptist Church Meeting
Ruth Moriarty introduces Slow wisdom, an offering of qualitative research to our denomination which shows how Baptists can discern together well and identifies positive opportunities for change at the Church Meeting
The Parable of the Tree – a story for the Season of Creation
Jesus taught about God through the lens of the natural world, writes Dave Gregory - and I learnt much by studying a small willow tree this summer
'It’s all about who we are... our spiritual genetic code'
'This is not a ‘how to’ guide for the Great Commission, so much as it’s a ‘who to become’ guide. It’s about the quality of our discipleship.' Baptist minister Dave Criddle introduces his new book The DNA of Healthy Discipleship
The Church, the far right, and the claim to Christianity
The far right has grown in prominence in recent years - with some cynically employing Christian-sounding language. Helen Paynter highlights the current context - and how the Church can respond
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