All articles by Tim Farron MP – Page 4
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OpinionDon’t throw away original sin. This controversial doctrine underpins our entire justice system
“If your objection to the notion of original sin is that you think humanity is basically good, then I admire your optimism but I doubt that you’ve ever stepped outside your own front door,” says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionCovid has changed how Christians are viewed, and that’s a good thing
The pandemic has shone a spotlight on churches and Christian charities working hard to be Christ’s hands and feet across the UK. Tim Farron says governments, and ordinary people, are noticing
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InterviewsKate Forbes: The rising political star on glorifying God and aiming for excellence
When she stepped in to deliver the Scottish budget with just two hours’ notice, Kate Forbes was thrust into the political spotlight
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OpinionIs it Christian to block the roads, even if the world is burning?
Christian MP Tim Farron shares his view…
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OpinionPanic buying and pandemics remind me I am not in control. But I know who is
It’s difficult to accept that we’re not in control of our own lives, says Tim Farron. But if our hope is in Jesus, we can find peace
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OpinionSwearing’s OK but ‘snowflake’ is not: what Ofcom’s latest ruling says to Christians
Ofcom say insults like ’snowflake’ and ‘gammon’ cause more offence than swearing. MP Tim Farron asks, what’s the Christian response?
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OpinionOur withdrawal from Afghanistan is shameful. The least we can do is welcome refugees to Britain
Whatever you think of the original war, the way we pulled out was wrong, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionPlease don’t throw away your mask. Wearing it is the Christ-like thing to do
Tim Farron MP explains why he believes we should continue to wear masks - even after July 19
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OpinionBeing anti-racist is not a ‘woke’ side issue. It is part of our Christian faith
For those who thought the fight against racism in football was over, the behaviour of some England fans after the Euro 2020 final has proved it is not. Being anti-racist is not a side-issue for Christians, says Tim Farron, it lies at the heart of our beliefs
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OpinionWhy both sides of the abortion debate are guilty of dehumanising someone
Following yesterday’s House of Commons debate on the divisive issue of abortion, Tim Farron MP says we need to remember the humanity of all involved
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OpinionChurch leaders should not be partisan but they must be political
The Bishop of St David’s ‘Never trust a Tory’ tweet has re-ignited a debate about the ‘politicisation’ of the clergy. But church leaders should not be muted when it comes to public life, argues Tim Farron. They should speak graciously, but they should speak
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OpinionThe world is changing. But Christians have the resources to cope
Our post-Covid world may never be the same, says Tim Farron
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OpinionAngry about the lockdown? Here’s what you can do about it
We’re all frustrated by the delay to easing lockdown, says Tim Farron MP. But it’s how we respond that sets us apart as Christians
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OpinionLet's pray that politicians vote with their conscience on foreign aid cuts
Politicians need to know what their Christian constituents think as they debate foreign aid cuts, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionThink before you speak. God loves the person you’re disagreeing with
Following the shooting of Black Lives Matter activist Sasha Johnson, the former leader of the Liberal Democrats Tim Farron urges Christians to lead the way in modelling what it means to disagree well
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OpinionGod loves Israelis and Palestinians. Here’s how we can be praying for them
We might not all agree on the politics, but we should all cry out to God for peace in the Middle East
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OpinionEvery election victory is temporary, but God’s kingdom lasts forever
Tim Farron MP reflects on the results of last week’s elections
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OpinionWhy Christians should vote this Thursday
Christians have good biblical reasons for voting in the biggest set of elections for decades, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionDavid Cameron was wrong to misuse his influence for Greensill Capital
Integrity is important for us all – but especially for those in positions of leadership, says Tim Farron MP
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OpinionWhy Easter is the new Christmas
These two seasons present us with significant opportunities to share our faith, says Tim Farron MP
