Mark Powell
Mark is the pastor at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Hobart. Previously, he was associate pastor at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, a multi-site church in Strathfield, NSW. He and his wife have six children.
Mark is a passionate advocate for faith, family, freedom and life. He is a gifted communicator and has made various appearances on radio and TV. Mark is unafraid to graciously speak the truth about contentious issues. He contributes to numerous online publications including The Spectator Australia, where his articles often appear in the most popular list.
Articles by Mark Powell:
9 January 2025
4.1 MINS
In yet another sign of how much the tide has started to turn, a number of key leaders of Christian denominations throughout Australia have produced what they call The Australian Creed for Sexual Integrity.
6 January 2025
2.4 MINS
Just in time for Christmas, Biden pardoned thirty-seven people on death row. Not only that, but he has also pardoned his son Hunter for crimes he has, or even ‘may’ have, committed over a ten-year period (after repeatedly and unequivocally promising he never would).
18 December 2024
3.3 MINS
Contrary to popular opinion, Lily Phillips is not a victim but a willing participant — and her debauchery is a reminder that we must recover the sacredness of sex.
2 December 2024
2.2 MINS
They say that the darkest part of the day is just before dawn. And in a similar way, there are signs that the Spirit of God might be about to do an extraordinary work in Australia.
28 October 2024
9.5 MINS
We are living in an age of disruption. Joe Rogan is now one of the biggest media personalities in the world, and Donald Trump looks almost certain to win a second term as President of the United States. Here are my top ten highlights of their extensive exchange.
24 October 2024
3.2 MINS
Senator Lidia Thorpe’s behaviour recently is completely unacceptable and should result in her being removed from Parliament. This is because Sen. Thorpe has intentionally and repeatedly betrayed the formal oath she — clearly reluctantly — made at her swearing-in.
22 October 2024
9.9 MINS
How did attitudes about the British Empire change so quickly? Is the legacy of the British Empire good or bad? Was it built on slavery or cooperation? Did it expand through violence or trade? And was the British Empire essentially racist?
14 October 2024
3.1 MINS
If we’re not actively putting our sinful desires to death, then we can be sure that they will be seeking to devour and destroy us!
23 September 2024
2.4 MINS
If the federal senate of our nation cannot model respectful debate and the free exchange of ideas, even those it strongly disagrees with, then the very nature of our democracy is not only "harmed", but irreparably undermined.
23 September 2024
6.1 MINS
I am serious and sincere in my contention that the nation of Australia is currently experiencing the wrath of God. This is demonstrated by the prevalence of wickedness which exists throughout our land. It is my hope that the Lord may use this warning to lead His people to repentance.
11 September 2024
2 MINS
Dr Joanna Howe recently appeared on The Outsiders, where she revealed that babies in Australia are being deliberately born alive before they are left to die because it’s a “cheap, easier and quicker” way of killing a baby than having a normal abortion.
1 August 2024
4.6 MINS
Genesis 43-50 records Joseph weeping eight times. I was struck by how dominant the theme of ‘weeping’ was in Joseph’s life. Obviously, he experienced more grief than most. But it’s worth considering each of the instances where Scripture records Joseph as weeping.
24 June 2024
14.7 MINS
The autobiography of the former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has got to be one of the most surprising books I have read in quite some time. I picked it up expecting him to talk about politics, when it’s primarily about God.
17 May 2024
2.7 MINS
Although we live among lions, let's stand firm in Christ, and be unashamed of God’s Word! The LORD is mighty to save and therefore we have nothing to fear.
16 May 2024
11.9 MINS
I am concerned that a report by the Sydney Diocesan Doctrine Commission (SDDC) on "The Doctrine of Concupiscence and its Relevance to the Experience of Same-Sex Attraction" is not as helpful as it could be in giving people guidance on this issue.
13 May 2024
1.9 MINS
One of the most heartbreaking stories I’ve ever read regarding an untimely death was what happened to Martin Luther’s daughter Magdalena. Barely fourteen years of age, she was stricken with the plague.
10 May 2024
3 MINS
It is the conversion of Ayaan Hirsi Ali which I find to be the most intriguing. Her spiritual journey from Islam, to atheism to Christianity is extraordinary.
16 April 2024
7.3 MINS
There is a gathering storm against religious freedom in this country, and it’s about to break not only upon Christian churches and their schools, but also any private individual who holds to traditional opinions on matters of sexuality and gender.
12 March 2024
8.3 MINS
What became clear during COVID-19, especially in Australia, was that there has been a growing political paternalism, formerly known as statism. A large proportion of the population looks to the government for deliverance from whatever problem is facing them.
29 February 2024
2.6 MINS
As the Tasmanian Anglican report outlines, the love of money — as pursued in gambling — leads to a plethora of problems involving health, social, psychological, work/study, finances, culture and criminality.