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If you’re anything like me, there are news items that just blow your mind; you think, ‘How could this be?’ I’ve had a few of these days recently. Many of you can relate, I’m sure. Do you, like me, shake your head in disbelief when [...]

Modern ideologies are like spells, entrancing the masses with their half-baked versions of reality. We must educate ourselves and hold fast to the Word of God in order to guard against these rampant lies. Sometimes it’s like everything old is new again; a re-vamp, re-imagined, [...]

Just what does it take for the people of God to rise up and proclaim, “You shall go no further!” 1 Samuel 17 recounts the story of David and Goliath. It is one of the most well-known stories in the Old Testament. The church of [...]

Intention Let us decide to whom we will bow. Scripture “So, fear the Lord and serve Him wholeheartedly. Put away forever the idols your ancestors worshipped… serve the Lord alone. But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve… [...]

As the world around us seems to crumble, let us turn to prayer and beseech the Lord to pour His grace upon us and our nation, that we may have the wisdom and strength to do His will. If you’re anything like me, it’s tempting [...]

Western morality has changed rapidly in the last ten years alone, following hot on the heels of the postwar Sexual Revolution. How have we come to this state of affairs? There are a lot of sayings about time: it flies, it goes fast when you’re [...]

We are in a profound spiritual battle, beset by culture wars. Are you with your compatriots in the fray, or missing from the battlefield? The term ‘missing in action’ is of course a military one: when a soldier, during, or in the wake of a [...]

Reluctant heroes are usually the best ones. He was perfect for this job, because he didn't want it. Erstwhile Qantas pilot Graham Hood shared his life's story of trauma, loss, salvation, healing and renewal. Last week my husband and I attended a rally at our [...]

Let us summon the strength and discipline to tune out of the spiritual and cultural white noise that daily assaults us from every direction, and listen to God's voice in the silence of our hearts, reading His Word and abiding by His ways. “What? I [...]

We learn from the story of Nehemiah that those who betray God's people will eventually face His wrath. We cannot compromise on God's commands -- divine law demands full obedience. In disobedience, we lose the blessings promised by God to those who love Him. What [...]

Memories of a classic film on the life and death of Christ bring forth moving reflections on the wonderful gift of love and salvation which God has bestowed on us all. This Good Friday, let us contemplate the immeasurable love which God has for each [...]

The Old Testament story of Nehemiah encourages us to get up and rebuild our crumbling society, for the kingdom of God is at hand, and His strength is with us. Though all around us may seem dire and we encounter much opposition, God has the [...]

Although restrictions are being lifted and we can breathe a sigh of relief, we cannot be complacent. The spiritual battle rages on around us, and we are called to fight on. When we come to salvation in Jesus Christ, we enlist in a war. Regardless [...]

We are in a spiritual battle. We have the choice between two flags. Let us advance with faith and courage under the banner of Christ. When we think of two flags this week, we automatically assume at first glance that these flags are those of [...]

As the New South Wales Parliament debates the Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Bill, we review why euthanasia and assisted suicide are fundamentally wrong, eroding our society's care and concern for the elderly, disabled, mentally ill and vulnerable. As I write, the Parliament of New South [...]

Considering the ongoing decay of our society, we must pray for a new revival of our nation, a turning of all hearts toward God, the Author and Bringer of Life. “So, tell me what ails you?” A man goes to see his doctor; when called [...]

What happens to our society when we remove the supporting pillars or load-bearing wall of Christian ethics? Are we destroying the foundations of our common home? Many years ago, hubby and I decided to make our old home ‘open plan’. It was where Ivan had [...]

Nowadays, a counter-opinion sucks the oxygen out of the room. Is it possible to disagree strongly without taking it personally? How can we promote civil discourse and debate if interlocutors keep being offended by mere differences of opinion? People generally quarrel because they cannot argue. [...]

This has been a difficult year for many, but the celebration of the Nativity of Our Lord invites us to pause and soak in the wonder of God's presence, His abiding love for us, His complete gift of Himself, encompassing every moment of our lives [...]

As the year comes to a close, let us assess the state of our world, and consider the track records of leaders across the globe. Dare we trust their plans for the populace? Taken In Having never bought a new car, hubby and I have [...]