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How can Christians stay true to their faith, over generations and across cultural boundaries? In the Old Testament, we read of the wise way that God instructed His people – and it includes children as a major focus.

How do we form our children in the faith and bestow a Godly heritage upon them? Let us turn to God's Word for inspiration and instruction. Sons are a heritage from the Lord Children are a reward from Him. ~ Psalm 127:3 (NIV) What does [...]

The Industrial Revolution changed how people lived and worked. Instead of being outdoors on farms, the impoverished children of coal miners were roped into dangerous underground work. Inspired by his Christian faith and values, the British parliamentary member Lord Shaftesbury stood up for the rights [...]

Holden is an iconic Australian brand. But many don't know the story behind Henry James Holden. He was not only an automobile manufacturer, but a Christian and a major contributor to Australian civic life. On the 17th of February 2020, Australians awoke to a somber [...]

A most unlikely man, Thomas James, was engaged in education in the early days of Australian schooling. Even more improbable is the fact that he said he went into teaching because ‘God spoke’ to him. The Life of Thomas Shadrach James Thomas Shadrach James was [...]

By the 1950’s, the Royal Flying Doctor Service was acknowledged by former Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies as “perhaps the single greatest contribution to the effective settlement of the far distant country we have witnessed in our time.” The Rev John Flynn What a great [...]

A talented inventor, poet and writer, David Unaipon is an outstanding figure in Australian history. This article explores how David's faith was of critical importance to him. Whirr–whirr–whirr–whirr–whirr… the boomerang sang as it began to circle back through the air towards David’s hand. He caught [...]

Australia’s iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge is recognised around the world. On May 28th 2000 a milestone was reached as 250,000 people turned up for the Walk of Reconciliation across the iconic bridge. A special series of four stamps were issued to commemorate the opening of [...]

Most Australians are familiar with Queen Elizabeth -- our head of state -- but few are aware of the depth of faith that the monarch possesses. Did you know that Queen Elizabeth II had two ceremonies to mark the beginning of her public office? The [...]

Most Australians know of the Battle of Beersheba, but far fewer realise that its architect, Sir Harry Chauvel possessed a sincere Christian faith. The horses were restless, pawing the ground in the relentless heat. A shimmering haze hung over the desert, taunting the waiting riders [...]

In 2006, a small Amish school suffered a tragic vengeance shooting, leaving five schoolgirls dead and others injured. Contrary to expectation, however, the Amish community reached out in forgiveness. We all need to learn that there is true freedom in true forgiveness, and true forgiveness [...]

Asa Candler (1851-1929) Coca-Cola, Cocaine, Caffeine and the Christian Connection. This flowing copperplate script with red and white colours is a logo that is recognisable around the world. Its success is due to Asa Candler, whose primary motivation in all he attempted was [...]

Time Magazine did a story about the ‘Most Significant Person in History’, and concluded after a very comprehensive and detailed research program that Jesus was that person. The results appeared in their December 10th, 2013 edition. If one googles ‘the most significant person in History’ [...]

Throughout the history of mankind, the natural progression of life has been birth, ultimately followed by death at some point in time. During these trying times, it might be worth looking at the importance of parenting. When we observe the wonder of birth, we are [...]