Opinion Articles

  • An introduction to the new book: Leading From Below

    An introduction to the new book: Leading From Below

    Oceania Church & Missions

    Taking editor's privilege, CDI Opinion Editor Jay Mātenga introduces a new book to the Christian leadership market that he had some involvement in bringing to life. Bill Taylor's "Leading From Below" is a counter-cultural yet biblically-faithful reflection on leadership from a veteran of the Evangelical global missions community. This is a landmark volume full of anecdotes from decades of leadership experience, providing an insider's perspective of what many wonder global Christian leadership mi

  • What to do when people online are wrong—should Christians be political commentators?

    What to do when people online are wrong—should Christians be political commentators?

    Europe Society & Culture

    It is not unusual to be triggered by an opinion or comments in mainstream or social media that we feel strongly against. The relatively anonymous nature of the internet feeds the urge to respond with a strong corrective. If we think we are representing Christianity well in this way, we do well to pause and think again, informed by these insights from an Evangelical political commentator in the United Kingdom.

  • Four reasons for defending and advancing freedom of religion or belief in Africa

    Four reasons for defending and advancing freedom of religion or belief in Africa

    Africa Religious Freedom

    Religious freedom is a vital metric for assessing the potential well being of a nation or nations. This is especially so for Africa and the diverse religious representation in each nation there. Robust research supports the fact that freedom of religious belief benefits all, but the African continent is in danger of losing the opportunity to enjoy such benefits. Craig Bailie explains why.

  • The power of scripture through song

    The power of scripture through song

    Africa Church & Missions

    Meditating on a well crafted hymn or chorus can open fresh awareness of the truths of scripture. In this opinion Malama Bwale shares how her experience of "Rock of Ages" reminded her of God's redemptive promises.

  • The seductive allure of Cultural Christianity — so near yet so far

    The seductive allure of Cultural Christianity — so near yet so far

    Europe Church & Missions Society & Culture

    Cultural Christians are those who embrace the ethics of Christianity that formed the foundation of Western society, which has brought a great deal of benefit to the world. They are convinced of the Christian message but not committed to the Christian Lord. In his first opinion for Christian Daily International, J.John says that Cultural Christianity provides wonderful opportunities for sharing the gospel.

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