Kurt Mahlburg
Kurt Mahlburg is a husband to Angie, a father, a freelance writer, and a familiar Australian voice on culture and the Christian faith. He is the Senior Editor and a regular columnist at The Daily Declaration. More of his writings can be found at Mercator, Intellectual Takeout, The Spectator Australia, The American Spectator and Caldron Pool.
A published author, Kurt’s breakout title Cross and Culture: Can Jesus Save the West? explores the social and spiritual challenges facing Western nations and the hope Jesus offers in our crisis. Along with Warwick Marsh, Kurt has co-authored several other books, including Great Southland Revival, Power of Prayer, and Jesus: The Centre of It All.
Kurt is passionate about speaking the truths of Jesus into the public square in a way that makes sense to a secular culture and that gives Christians courage to do the same. He has previously studied architecture, worked as a primary school teacher, and served as a missionary and a young adults pastor. Among Kurt’s other interests are philosophy, history, surf, the outdoors, and travel. He hosts his own blog at Cross and Culture.
Articles by Kurt Mahlburg:
14 May 2025
3.5 MINS
Joe Rogan has cast doubt on the Big Bang theory and declared he’s “sticking with Jesus” in a conversation about the origins of the universe.
13 May 2025
4.7 MINS
It’s time to rethink “exile theology”. Christians shouldn’t withdraw from culture and politics, but instead live as ambassadors of Christ — boldly proclaiming His Lordship in every area of life.
12 May 2025
2.9 MINS
In an Australia first, the ACT Labor government is considering assisted suicide for patients who lose decision-making capacity — alarming pro-life groups who have long warned of a slippery slope regarding euthanasia.
9 May 2025
3.8 MINS
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the new head of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the papal name Leo XIV. The 69-year-old American succeeds Pope Francis, who died last month.
9 May 2025
3.4 MINS
The US has rebuked Australia for its censorship of ‘Billboard Chris’ Elston, in a hint that future trade negotiations could hinge on the Albanese government’s respect for free speech and democratic values.
9 May 2025
2.7 MINS
Contrary to popular assumptions, Christianity in Australia isn’t dying out. Thousands are turning to faith amid disillusionment, personal crises, and a longing for deeper meaning — and older generations are leading the charge.
8 May 2025
3.3 MINS
Walking 2,500km across the outback until from April until August, the Taylor family is crying out to God for Australia’s spiritual restoration.
7 May 2025
3.3 MINS
Historian Henry Sire’s explosive claims about the late Pope Francis in his book 'Dictator Pope' paint a disturbing picture of Vatican corruption, doctrinal drift, and a leadership style some insiders described as authoritarian and dangerous.
6 May 2025
6.1 MINS
The Liberal Party has been losing ground to Labor for years, struggling against a one-party state machine that locks in left-wing control.
2 May 2025
3.6 MINS
Despite a resounding No in the Voice referendum and widespread opposition to Welcome to Country, Labor continues promoting its agenda over that of everyday voters who want genuine representation in Canberra.
2 May 2025
2.9 MINS
In a striking public demonstration of faith, more than 1,000 Australians were baptised in open-air mass baptisms across Melbourne and Perth on Good Friday, as Aussie churches united to proclaim new life in Christ.
1 May 2025
3.4 MINS
A new population-level study from the Czech Republic has found significantly lower conception rates among women who received the COVID-19 injection — a link once dismissed by Australian regulators and media as a conspiracy theory.
30 April 2025
5.5 MINS
Jesus Christ is more than a great teacher or prophet. Explore these 10 biblical proofs of Jesus Christ's divinity, showing His true identity as God through Scripture.
29 April 2025
2.5 MINS
The Presbyterian Church (USA) has closed its mission agency, laying off nearly all missionaries and ending a centuries-old tradition of global gospel outreach. Find out what's behind the sweeping change.
28 April 2025
8.4 MINS
Australia’s faithful prayer for America is bearing fruit. In this article, originally written for The Washington Stand, Warwick and Kurt explore how the influence of the Trump administration is inspiring political courage and spiritual renewal Down Under.
25 April 2025
2.9 MINS
A Welcome to Country ceremony at Melbourne’s Anzac Day service drew jeers — and media outrage. But beyond the headlines lies a growing national debate about the rituals that are dividing us.
23 April 2025
6 MINS
What does the Bible say about transgenderism? Discover 10 biblical principles that guide a loving and truthful Christian response to transgenderism and gender identity issues.
22 April 2025
3.8 MINS
America’s official COVID website has been overhauled, now spotlighting Fauci’s behind-the-scenes role, confirming the Wuhan lab leak theory, and exposing Biden admin censorship, policy failures, and cover-ups from the pandemic’s darkest days.
18 April 2025
5.4 MINS
New research shows an alarming trend: as people become more progressive, they’re more likely to abandon Christianity. Here’s what that means for churches today.
17 April 2025
4.5 MINS
Does following Jesus mean rejecting all violence, always? Scripture provides compelling answers on this topic — one of the toughest ethical questions facing believers in a broken world.





