By John Stevens2024-02-07T11:48:00
Rev Alistair Begg has come under criticism for advising a member of his congregation to attend their grandchild’s wedding to a transgender person. It’s a very complex issue, says John Stevens, but not one we should divide over
I have never attended, or even been invited to a same-sex wedding. If I were, I would feel very conflicted, especially if it were of a close family member. Would I go?
This is a reality facing an increasing number of Christians who are committed to biblical orthodoxy and firmly believe that marriage can only be between one man and one woman.
Alistair Begg, a Scottish pastor ministering in America, recently caused controversy over pastoral advice given to a grandmother invited to attend her grandchild’s transgender wedding. He said it was matter of wisdom. Many have criticised him, and he has been cancelled from some ministry opportunities.
2024-07-10T08:15:00Z By Tim Wyatt
General Synod has agreed to trial standalone services of blessing for gay couples, as well as concessions for parishes who do not wish to use them. Meanwhile, discussions continue around marriage for gay vicars. The margins are tiny, says Tim Wyatt, but both sides seem as far apart as ever. Is it only a matter of time before schism occurs?
2024-06-18T14:17:00Z By Savitri Hensman
Savitri Hensman responds to Christian Concern’s claim that Pride flags represent an “anything-goes” approach to sex
2024-06-06T08:32:00Z By Andrea Williams
Christian Concern are vowing to take Westminster Council to court over planning rules surrounding their annual display of ‘Progress Pride’ flags on London’s Regent Street. Andrea Williams explains why
2025-04-17T08:12:00Z By Andy Witherall
With the most significant day in the Christian calendar approaching, Andy Witherall unveils five undeniable facts supporting Jesus’ resurrection
2025-04-16T10:37:00Z By George Lapshynov
As English Heritage release a children’s booklet claiming “the goddess Eostre gave Easter its name!”, George Lapshynov debunks the increasingly common claim that Easter originated as a pagan festival
2025-04-14T15:05:00Z By Jack Sara
The last operating hospital in the Gaza Strip was hit by an Israeli airstrike yesterday. Israel says a Hamas command and control centre was being operated from inside the medical facility. The head of Bethlehem Bible College Rev Jack Sara condemns the attack and says he fears for the remaining 600 Christians in Gaza
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