Cody Mitchell
Cody is currently pursuing his Master's degree in Medieval and Modern European Studies—focusing on the life, writings, and thought of C. S. Lewis.
In 2021, he graduated as a Vice Chancellor’s Scholar from the University of New England with a Bachelor of Arts in history, ancient history, and politics. The 2019 winner of the James Dolan Memorial Prize in History, Cody's undergraduate essays have been published by West Point Military Academy, Swarthmore College, and Georgia Southern University. In 2021, he studied leadership and civil society at the Lachlan Macquarie Institute.
Cody has graduate-level marketing and digital communications qualifications, and his writing has appeared in The Spectator Australia, The Commonwealth Youth Magazine, The Good Sauce and The Daily Declaration. He is the founder of the History’s Page project and previously served as the media adviser to a federal senator.
Articles by Cody Mitchell:
27 July 2022
3.6 MINS
The Liberal Party in Victoria has left the legacy media in a frenzy after preselecting staunch pro-life activist, homeschool mother and Melton city councillor Moira Deeming to replace Hon. Bernie Finn, MLC, another stalwart pro-life advocate who was expelled from the Liberal Party for his pro-life views.
26 July 2022
2.8 MINS
New Life Radio, a small Russian Christian radio station, continues its efforts to broadcast the good news to both Ukraine and Russia. This is despite tightening restrictions and the war. We all have a role to play in the kingdom, and for Daniel Johnson, one [...]
21 July 2022
2.8 MINS
A recent survey within key Victorian electorates suggests overwhelming opposition to radical gender theory being taught in schools. Binary spokeswoman Kirralie Smith called the results “bad news for Dan Andrews”. Nevertheless, awareness of Andrews’ radical policies remains low. Victorians are just months out from an [...]
14 July 2022
6.6 MINS
In a recent video, renowned psychologist and thinker Jordan B. Peterson made a scathing critique of the Church. He challenged churches to invite young men back -- to make church a place where they are welcome. Here are my thoughts on several of Peterson’s points. [...]
14 July 2022
2.3 MINS
The winter program of the Australian Christian Lobby’s popular Worldview Bootcamp, The Download, has been a resounding success. Delegates (ages 18-25) heard from world-class speakers on topics of theology, philosophy, history, science, law and politics. The Download program is a “Christian Worldview Bootcamp” run by [...]
4 July 2022
4.3 MINS
A survey released by NCLS Research suggests that young people, in particular, are becoming more active in Australian churches, despite the steady nationwide decline in Christian affiliation. As cultural pressure mounts, we are slowly getting a more accurate picture of the true Church in Australia. [...]
29 June 2022
5.1 MINS
In 1971, America’s largest Protestant denomination, the Southern Baptist Convention, passed a pro-abortion resolution. Today, it is one of the most influential proponents of life. What changed? The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) -- according to its website -- is “a collection of like-minded churches working [...]
28 June 2022
3.2 MINS
There has been an increase in anti-life extremism in the lead-up to the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade. Jane’s Revenge is one such group that has been involved in firebombing and vandalism around the United States. Since a draft SCOTUS decision (leaked [...]
27 June 2022
3.1 MINS
The fallout from the Roe v Wade revocation in the United States continues. The pro-abortion lobby has been devastated by the change, while pro-lifers celebrate perhaps their biggest victory ever. What implications can we expect from the recent landmark decision? More importantly, what can we [...]
17 June 2022
2.1 MINS
Earlier this month, radical pro-abortion activists infiltrated Lakewood Church, disrupting televangelist Joel Osteen’s Pentecost Sunday service. The celebrity pastor responded to the protesters with his trademark positivity. Over the past month or so, pro-abortion groups have targeted church services with disruptive demonstrations in historical response [...]
8 June 2022
2.9 MINS
Many are concerned that the agenda of Australia’s new government will adversely affect people of faith. The legal experts at the Human Rights Law Alliance (HRLA) examined Labor’s policy platform and record to find out what we should expect over the next three years. The [...]
2 June 2022
2.3 MINS
The pro-life movement in the Netherlands is experiencing a resurgence among its youth. In response, a Dutch National Broadcaster NOS published a slickly-produced mini-documentary to persuade young people to change their views on abortion. A young Dutch Christian YouTuber responded with a video shredding the [...]
1 June 2022
1.7 MINS
In a horrible mix-up, a US Southern Baptist pastor has had his picture linked with a list of Southern Baptist Convention sexual abusers by the local media station. The channel has since admitted its error and attempted to correct its mistake, but an SBC leader [...]
31 May 2022
7.9 MINS
Christians face an increasingly hostile culture. Several recent events in the world of politics drove this reality home to me. And it’s a hard reality. As I grappled with the disappointments, I had to once again ask the question, why? Why do we do what [...]
24 May 2022
4.5 MINS
What can we learn from this year's federal election results? What may we expect in the years to come? Cody Mitchell and Warwick Marsh provide an overview of the issues to consider. Well, the election is over. While voting continues and the results in several [...]
19 May 2022
1.3 MINS
In a tragic development for pro-life groups around the country, New South Wales has become the last state in Australia to pass assisted dying legislation. The bill passed the NSW Upper House after a lengthy debate and the amendments were accepted by the Lower House. [...]
19 May 2022
3.2 MINS
A controversial move within the WHO to consolidate and expand its global pandemic management powers has been slammed by several prominent Australian Legislators. The proposals under scrutiny are the so-called “Global Pandemic Treaty” and certain related Biden Administration amendments to the International Health Regulations 2005. [...]
17 May 2022
5.8 MINS
Australia’s preferential voting system can be incredibly confusing. Consequently, many voters have a very limited understanding of how the process works… and political parties and lobbyists capitalise on this. Here’s a quick explainer to help you maximise your vote this Saturday If you’d prefer to [...]
12 May 2022
3.8 MINS
Intention If we are to pray effectively, we must understand what is expected of us and what to expect from prayer. Scripture "Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call [...]
9 May 2022
5.6 MINS
Diligent prayer is an essential component of the effective Christian life. It is also a familiar theme throughout Scripture, receiving many hundreds of mentions. I want to look at one in particular. In James 5:16b, we learn that the ‘effective, fervent prayer of a righteous [...]





