All Lifestyle articles – Page 5
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Opinion
I’m a Christian who gets botox, I believe God gave me beauty and I want to maintain it
Actress Suzie Kennedy has had botox since her late 30s and has always felt uncomfortable discussing it with fellow Christians. Here she explains why she chose to have the injections and the doors that her appearance have opened up for her to talk about Jesus.
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Here’s the three-stage method you need to argue in a way Jesus would be proud of
Writer Penelope Wilcock explains how to communicate through a disagreement in a way that honours our faith and shows spiritual maturity.
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We don’t need a ‘Christian alternative’ to Wordle
Veronica Zundel says it’s time to stop creating a ‘safe’ version of every cultural phenomenon
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Five things I have learned about… walking wisely
Cathy Madavan reminds us to slow down, plan ahead and keep connected to Jesus as well as those he has placed in our lives to cheer us on
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Struggling to read the Bible? There’s a game for that!
Alice Bond’s passion for communicating the Bible found a new outlet, which God had given her in a dream: Biblios, the Bible in a box
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What’s the connection between diet and eczema?
Your health questions answered by our resident GP, Dr Olúṣẹ̀yẹ Àríkàwé
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Cravings vs Hunger - what's the difference?
Nutritionist Clare Backhouse shows us what we can do to ensure our bodies receive what they truly need
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An expert on finances and poverty shares her three simple tips for those who are feeling the squeeze
With the cost of living crisis gripping many, Christians Against Poverty’s (CAP) Chief Executive, Paula Stringer, talks about how to get through, where to find help, and the miracle of God in people’s lives.
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Whatever your friends at church say… it’s okay to enjoy your money
Christian money coach and author Claire Sweet, explains that there’s nothing inherently wrong with Christians being successful in business, having savings or earning good money – it’s the love of money that is the problem.
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‘You look so skinny’, ‘you’re so well spoken’ and other compliments that can actually cause us pain
Writer Tibz Adeniyi explains the she thinks we don’t talk enough about why some ‘compliments’ hurt instead of flatter. And says it’s time we stopped laughing it off and silently carring the hurt deep down.
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I love my tattoos and the body art allows me to speak to people about Jesus all the time
Youth With a Mission’s Alyssa DeMey talks about the significance of tattoos in her life, being part of a tattoo ministry in London and how she believes Jesus allows us inidividual choice when it comes to body art.
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From spending to saving and giving to tithing, this is how to manage your finances in a Godly way
The Bible tells us to honour God with our money (Proverbs 3:9), but what does that look like in practice? Rachel Pearce shares her thoughts as we mark the start of a new tax year.
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In conversation with a modern-day prophet
Emma Stark spoke to Jemimah Wright about being a prophet, and why she is passionate about the Church re-engaging with the Holy Spirit
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Do you actually enjoy your food?
Nutritionist Clare Backhouse encourages us to slow down to eat, with tips to aid digestion
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Chocolates are providing a way out for women with convictions in Scotland
Joyce Murray’s chocolate-making social enterprise supports women who have touched the Scottish criminal justice system and gives them the opportunity to make a fresh start.
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Opinion
Struggling to sleep? Switch from your phone to books before bed with a pre-loved book subscription
It’s World Sleep Day (yes… apparently that’s a thing) and research shows winding down with a book is far better at bedtime than staring at a screen. A pre-loved book subscription is the ideal way to discover new novels while reducing landfill - here are some options.
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You’ve heard of fasting food and maybe even your phone… but could you fast clothes?
Tearfund’s challenge, The Great Fashion Fast, asks people to wear just 10 main items of clothing for the whole of March… but could you do it?
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Five things I have learned about… learning
What is it the Bible says about being like little children?* You may no longer be in school but here’s why Cathy Madavan thinks we should all consider trying something new
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There is power in forgiveness
For the final feature in her series on living free, Candy Ellie lays bare the far-reaching impact of stress-induced emotion
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A Romeo and Juliet love story
Ram and Sunita Gidoomal are from different castes (class systems), which meant those around them felt their relationship simply couldn’t work. They proved everyone wrong