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Justin Welby has resigned, could the next Archbishop of Canterbury be a woman?
‘I voted for Kamala Harris and here's why that was the best option for me as a Christian’
‘I am a female, American Christian and here's why I didn’t vote for Kamala Harris’
My husband and I gave up alcohol, and this is what happened
The Martha Stewart documentary on Netflix reminded me that in Christ, I don’t need to be perfect
Why I believe women’s fiction is an important tool to share the gospel
What Christians can learn from Parkrun
What is hope and why is it so powerful?
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Lex Renick on faith, identity, and transformation: 'God removed my dysphoria and renewed my life'
Lex Renick spoke with our deputy editor Jemimah Wright about how a turbulent childhood led to navigating gender dysphoria as an adult, but complete surrender to God transformed everything…
Set free to set others free
Esther Beckley’s career was cut short when she suffered horrific racist abuse, bullying and a murder attempt in the workplace. Trapped in chronic anxiety, depression and demonic torment, Jesus rescued her from despair and death
‘I hated being called Joy but now I love it’
Nigerian-born comedian Joy Carter was abandoned at birth, lost her twin and then raised by a white British couple. She spoke with Alex Noel about infant trauma and learning to navigate the sexist and racist world of comedy
Lord, send me!
For years, Ruth Cox felt called to serve overseas but it was a number of years before she was able to, and there was much heartache as well as joy along the way
‘Do not suffer alone’
Evangelical Alliance editor and former BBC broadcast journalist Nicola Morrison opened up to Premier Unbelievable’s Ruth Jackson about her professional and personal journeys, including her struggle with self-harming
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GREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I am single - what do I do with my sexual desires?
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here Bobbi Kumari answers someone who wants to know how to manage her sex drive as a single person.
I once seriously considered becoming a lap dancer but God later revealed to me the sacredness of my sexuality
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Miranda Hart’s marriage news has a message of hope for single Christian women who want the same
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What is hope and why is it so powerful?
‘Hope is a way of thinking. It can break us or make us, depending on the state of our minds,’ says Pauline Newton.
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This month I’m reading…A Crown that Lasts: You are not your label By Demi-Leigh Tebow
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Book Club interview with author of ‘Tis Mercy All: The power of mercy in a polarised world
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Justin Welby has resigned, could the next Archbishop of Canterbury be a woman?
Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright, considers what we know about four of the female bishops who could step into Justin Welby’s role as Archbishop of Canterbury.
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‘I am a female, American Christian and here's why I didn’t vote for Kamala Harris’
‘Throughout Kamala Harris’ short campaign, she repeatedly exposed her far left political ideology and questionable moral ethos. I hope the next female candidate for president won’t attempt to shatter the glass ceiling all over the unborn, the vulnerable, and self-respecting women the world over,’ says Hope Bonarcher.
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Justin Welby has resigned, could the next Archbishop of Canterbury be a woman?
Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright, considers what we know about four of the female bishops who could step into Justin Welby’s role as Archbishop of Canterbury.
What Christians can learn from Parkrun
‘In both Parkrun and church, there’s something to be said for collective determination, driving each other on to reach personal goals,’ says Emily Bright, as she shares her experience of her weekly 5k run.
My thoughts on the assisted dying bill and the sovereignty of God
As MPs will vote on the proposed bill to give terminally ill people in England and Wales the right to choose to end their life for the first time on 29 November, Danielle Finch shares her experience of both her parents dying, and how God was close, even in suffering.
In a time of great need, God told us to praise him
Woman Alive deputy editor, Jemimah Wright shares a story of provision that taught her an important spiritual lesson.
Why I believe women’s fiction is an important tool to share the gospel
‘When my quiet times are dry, reading a good quality novel can help me connect with God in profoundly spiritual, and, yes, emotional, ways,’ says Nicki Copeland.
What is hope and why is it so powerful?
‘Hope is a way of thinking. It can break us or make us, depending on the state of our minds,’ says Pauline Newton.
I told my friends about Jesus on Facebook, and this is what happened
Kate Orson shares her experience of making herself vulnerable on social media and the rejection that followed.
Halloween is not harmless: ‘I have seen the power of evil in Haiti, but Jesus is more powerful’
‘Witchcraft is not harmless entertainment in Haiti,’ says Ingvild Snow, as she shares the realities of the power of darkness, but reminds of us our authority and victory in Jesus.
Atheists now outnumber theists in the UK – but it’s not all bad news
Ann-Louise Graham says that Christians now being perceived to be the ‘bad guys’ resonates not because this is a novel concept, but because it has long been the reality. She encourages us to stand firm under opposition.
Thoughts on the fairness of life
A prayer and reflection for November
‘Trust is a major key in our walk with God’
Well-known speaker and author Nancy Goudie is the founder of NGM (New Generation Ministries) and runs life-changing spiritual health weekends. She explains how it all started and shares the more personal struggles and miracles along the way
Are you caring for your neighbour?
Kezia Neusch is the creator of The Whole Home, an online space where she explores attainable low-impact living. Should all Christians be doing this?
My thoughts on the assisted dying bill and the sovereignty of God
In a time of great need, God told us to praise him
Why I believe women’s fiction is an important tool to share the gospel
What is hope and why is it so powerful?
I told my friends about Jesus on Facebook, and this is what happened
Halloween is not harmless: ‘I have seen the power of evil in Haiti, but Jesus is more powerful’
Atheists now outnumber theists in the UK – but it’s not all bad news
Thoughts on the fairness of life
‘Trust is a major key in our walk with God’
Are you caring for your neighbour?
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Girl power reimagined
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Making God an intrinsic part of every lesson
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Influencer, Anna Mathur says, ‘You can’t do it all’
Cooking in season
Sexism in the city
Faith and fashion
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Why can’t women choose to be childfree?
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Lessons from baby loss - ‘God’s grace is sufficient’
'What Little House on the Prairie taught me about a godly attitude to sex and marriage'
Should governments put age restrictions on social media use?
Encountering thin places
The Government is giving 15 hours of free childcare - as a Christian mum of three, here are my thoughts on it
Mothering without a mother: finding strength in God through grief
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