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Intention The Church must stand, united and equipped by God, against the forces of evil in this world Scripture “Put on the full armour of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and [...]

Intention The parable of the prodigal son is a model of God’s desire for revival and reconciliation Scripture “So he returned home to his father. And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with love and compassion, he [...]

Psalm 119:17-24 – Please read the whole section Be good to your servant while I live, that I may obey your word. 18Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. 19I am a stranger on earth; do not hide your commands [...]

It's not always clear how God is working in -- and through -- our lives. However, the places and situations that are "unchosen" by us are chosen by God to achieve His perfect plan. The Unchosen Places I didn’t choose this... And if I did [...]

Intention Scripture has the answer to questions of gender identity. Scripture “Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and [...]

Intention God values family relationships: marriage and parenthood Scripture “Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of the Lord comes. And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their [...]

Abortion is a terrible evil. Each one wounds a mother and father, murders an unborn child, and ends a whole family line. Intention We need to esteem parenthood in our culture. Scripture “If you, Lord, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand? But [...]

Intention God is a wise Father, and we would do well to follow His instruction Scripture “Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, And give attention to know understanding; For I give you good doctrine (teaching): Do not forsake my law. When I was [...]

Intention God is One, and the Church is to be united in the same way Scripture “There is One body and One Spirit, even as you were called in One Hope of your calling, One Lord, One Faith, One baptism, One God and Father of [...]

Intention Jesus prays for the unity of His body, the Church Scripture “I ask not only on behalf of these, but also on behalf of those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one”. John 17:20 Reflection Jesus prays [...]

Intention God’s people must humble themselves, pray and seek Him for reformation to occur Scripture “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, [...]

Psalm 119:9-16 How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I [...]

It's now been several months since Youth for Christ officially launched Hope Cards as an evangelism resource available in Australia from our online store. How Does it Work? This simple tool has provided a fun and easy way to equip believers to start a faith [...]

Intention Christian families need to embrace the lonely Scripture “But let all the righteous be glad! Yes, let them all rejoice in your presence and be carried away with gladness. Let them laugh and be radiant with joy! Let them sing their celebration-songs for the [...]

Intention We need Fathers to stand up and be counted Scripture “’If you had known Me, you would have known My Father also; and from now on you know Him and have seen Him.’ Philip said to Him, ‘Lord, show us the Father, and it [...]

Intention The Church should be different to the world around her Scripture “I am truly his rose, the very theme of His song, I’m overshadowed by His love, growing in the valley! The Shepherd King: Yes, you are my darling companion. You stand out from [...]

Intention Despite the continued attack on the family both inside and outside the four walls of the church, our goal should be to have God honouring marriages and families for generations to come. Scripture “We will not hide them from their children, but tell to [...]

Intention Through their love and witness, Christians can be a catalyst for national repentance Scripture “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom He has chosen as His heritage.” Psalm 33:12 Reflection Hezekiah was a god-fearing king who brought reformation to [...]

Intention To inspire forgiveness and healing in marriage Scripture “Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us”. Luke 11:4 Reflection As Christians, we know that Jesus commands us to forgive, not just once, but “seventy times seven”! (Mt 18:22) Elsewhere he [...]

Revivalist Lou Engels says, “You should look for the answers to corporate days of prayer and fasting in the headlines of secular newspapers.” We have been quoting these words often in recent times because they increasingly ring true. Last Friday, the Canberra Declaration launched the [...]