Faith
Christian Leader Steps Aside, Family Takes Priority
Faith Facts
- Kate Forbes, a Christian and Deputy First Minister of Scotland, will not seek re-election in 2026.
- Her decision centers on prioritizing early family life and upholding biblical values despite political pressures.
- Forbes’ principled faith stance highlighted challenges Christians face in modern government leadership.
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes, a committed Christian and respected public servant, has declared she will step down at the next Scottish parliamentary elections, choosing to invest more time in her young family.
Forbes, who has faithfully represented Skye, Lochaber, and Badenoch, explained her reasoning with conviction: “As I look ahead to the next election I have concluded that I don’t want to miss any more of these precious early years of family life.”
She further explained the practical challenge of balancing her duties: “I want to focus on supporting my family and I feel like it’s not possible to do that with the distance involved and the total commitment required of this job.”
Her announcement comes at a pivotal moment for Scotland. Many observers express concern about the future direction of Scotland’s government, as Forbes has served as a beacon of Christian values and common sense within her party.
Even as prevailing political winds become increasingly progressive—particularly on issues like marriage and sexuality—Forbes’ bold and biblical approach has made her a standout leader among the Scottish electorate.
Forbes has faced unjust criticism for her faith, openly acknowledging that, had she been in parliament at the time, she would have voted against same-sex marriage. Her adherence to scriptural truth and membership in the Free Church of Scotland put her in the crosshairs of cultural opposition. As a result, many felt she was unfairly denied party leadership after standing firm for her Christian convictions, with some political opponents resorting to personal attacks and labeling her a “bigot.”
Despite these pressures, she continued to serve with grace, even after losing the leadership race to Humza Yousaf. Following Yousaf’s brief tenure, current First Minister John Swinney recognized Forbes’ skill by appointing her Deputy First Minister.
Mr. Swinney offered words of appreciation, stating, “The challenges of frontline politics are considerable, and I understand the decision she has made although I wish it was not the case. I am pleased that Kate will continue to serve in my government and to make a significant contribution to the work of the Scottish National Party. I wish her and her family well and for every happiness for the future.”
As Scotland faces uncertainty in both its faith and national direction, the example set by Kate Forbes—putting family first and standing firmly on biblical principles—reminds Christians of the vital need for godly leadership in public life. She leaves a legacy of integrity and courage that will inspire believers to carry the torch of traditional values for years to come.
Faith Facts
- Children under 18 in red states rose from 43.1 million in 2019 to 43.7 million in 2024.
- Blue states lost 600,000 children under 5, with California accounting for nearly half.
- Married couples with young children increased up to 5.7% in red states across regions.
A recent study reveals states supporting President Trump are gaining young children and families, while Harris-backing states see declines, largely due to soaring housing costs that hinder family formation.
This trend aligns with Biblical values prioritizing family, as affordable living in heartland states honors God’s design for generational blessings and fruitful homes.
From 2019 to 2024, young children aged 0-9 dropped 1.2% in Trump states but plummeted 4.7% in Democrat states, with adults 20-29 faring better in red areas too.
High-cost blue strongholds like California, New York, Hawaii and D.C. lost over 5% of kids under 6, where mortgages consume 32-36% of income.
Conversely, Trump-voting Alabama and Tennessee boosted under-6 populations with mortgages at 24-28% of income, fostering family growth central to America’s strength.
“Both red and blue states are watching the share of residents who are age 60 or older grow as boomers continue to age into retirement. But blue states are losing 20-somethings, and, relatedly, kids,” the report states.
Even some rural red states lagged, underscoring housing affordability’s role alongside pro-family policies in upholding Judeo-Christian principles of stewardship and prosperity.
“That’s 600,000 fewer kids under 5 in blue states in 2024 compared to 2019. And nearly half of this number was due to one state alone — California, which saw its total number of kids in this age group fall from 2.45 million in 2019 to 2.16 million five years later,” researcher Patrick T. Brown noted.
Embrace these truths to champion faith-driven policies that protect family and freedom—share this vital report with fellow patriots today!
Following reports of churches filling with young men after tragedies, researcher Dr. George Barna warns that America’s spiritual revival among Gen Z may be superficial.
His studies reveal a dire lack of biblical worldview, essential for true discipleship and national renewal rooted in Christian values.
Faith Facts
- Only 4% of Americans hold a biblical worldview, down from 6% in 2020 and 12% in 1994.
- Gen Z shows just 1% adherence, despite anecdotal church surges.
- Even among evangelicals, only 11% qualify, dropping from 21% in 2020.
People begin forming their worldview very early in life (at about 18 months), establish it before their teen years, then refine it throughout their 20s.
Revival and national spiritual renewal are possible, but neither will happen without commitment to worldview development.
Churches must urgently embrace biblical worldview training to foster genuine faith, protect family values, and preserve America’s God-given freedoms.
Faith Facts
- Collaboration with Faith, Art and Myth Association introduces Lewis’s legacy to combat modern confusion with core Christian doctrines.
- Mere Christianity unites believers across denominations through simple, honest exposition of eternal Gospel truths.
- The Screwtape Letters mirrors human frailty via satire, equipping saints for victory in unseen battles as in Ephesians 6.
Grupo Nelson launches updated editions of C.S. Lewis masterpieces Mere Christianity and The Screwtape Letters for Latin American audiences in February 2026.
These refreshed translations remove archaic language barriers, allowing new generations to embrace Lewis’s brilliant defense of Biblical essentials and spiritual warfare.
“In times of confusion, returning to Mere Christianity is like recovering our compass.”
“This masterpiece reminds us that eternal truths—when explained with Lewis’s honesty and brilliance—have the power to awaken consciences and transform lives today just as they did in the past.”
said Juan Tomás Widow, president of the Faith, Art and Myth Association.
“Beneath the brilliance of its satire, The Screwtape Letters offers one of Lewis’s deepest examinations of human psychology. It works like a mirror: it makes us laugh, but it also helps us recognize our own weaknesses and take the spiritual struggle seriously,” Widow added.
Lewis, Oxford and Cambridge professor, authored over 30 books blending theology and literature to glorify God and challenge souls.
Embrace these classics to fortify faith, protect families, and champion freedoms rooted in Christ’s unchanging truth.
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