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We are all called to the same mission, the Great Commission. But there are many different ways that we can make disciples of Jesus.

What has been achieved in the Middle East is nothing short of a miracle. Now, the question on everyone’s mind is: Will there be lasting peace in this region?

God is using cultural engagement as a bridge to the gospel, proving that the Church’s voice in society really matters. Revival really is possible – but the Church needs the courage of Christ to seize the opportunity before us.

Unchecked, individual interests, giftedness and ministry ideas can divert our attention and hearts from Jesus’ commission to share the gospel with all.

The apostles were called upon to be obedient to the Great Commission, but building this 'house' was impossible without the power of the Holy Spirit.

I found a statue of Wesley, the great revivalist, even though I wasn't searching for him. In a similar way, may our nation discover Christ whilst searching for their answers.

As Jesus taught Martha, the ‘one needed thing’ is not increased activity, but increased intimacy – an undistracted devotion that cannot be taken away.

Australia needs awakening. Let's cry out to the God of revival with desperation and deep yearning for ourselves, our churches, cities and nation.

Australia has been thoroughly evangelised before, and it can happen again. But only by the Church serving humbly in unity.

The Reaching Australia 2033 vision calls us once again to prayer – for the Church, her leaders, and for a harvest of souls nationwide. It is a bold vision, but Jesus says the harvest is ripe.

The Church is God’s gift to the world, whom Christ loves and sacrificed himself for. Give him glory today for his wonderful gift.

God is calling us to be his mature sons and daughters who carry his authority and step into our divinely-given assignments. He is regrouping his troops.

There is music and celebration in the Father's house intended for all his family, where there is a great dance of loving unity between the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Australia desperately needs to see Christ in blazing majesty as John did in Revelation 1. Jesus has conquered death. He is the living one, present with his Church, and his reign is unshakable.

Felicity and Nic Taylor have completed their 2,500 km prayer walk through the harsh interior of Australia. "Under-qualified, crazy and out of their depth", here's how God prompted and sustained their five month trek.

The Church must ready herself as a pure bride for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ, who desires to present the Church to himself “in splendour without spot or wrinkle”.

We can be confident that in Spirit-led prayer, we are connected to our gracious God who sees the beginning from the end. And that means we can live and pray as people of hope.

God's mission has always been in the hands of 'ordinary' people, not professionals. As Peter and John found boldness to speak to people from being in Jesus' presence, so can we.

Forgiveness is powerful. It frees us from burdens too heavy to bear, entrusting justice to God. And as we forgive and release, we'll see God make our service abundantly fruitful.

We might avoid conflict by withholding truth, and according to the world, this could even be seen as ‘love’. But we would be failing to love scripturally, and therefore failing to truly love at all. The Church must “speak the truth in love".