Shades of white
Initially I only thought of the Biblical concept of ‘blackest darkness’. Then came to mind the contrast in the paint job in our house when at decorating time my wife and I played the role of amateur interior decorators..
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What decline of Christianity in Australia means for us
Following a prominent campaign by the Humanists Societies of Australia there was an increase in the number of Australians who identified as having “no religion” in the recent census.
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Lost in the Aftermath
Australia is one of the best places to live in the world. As I write this overlooking the beating heart of nation’s past, present, and future during NAIDOC week
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A tribute to Dr Mark Tronson
On the morning of July 3rd, 2022, my family and I were informed of the devastating news of our editor and friend’s passing.
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Life in a Dry and Weary Land
When the Bible paints a picture of a thriving tree planted by a stream of water in Psalm 1 – do you feel that accurately describes your life? I know I don’t see myself in that picture. I long to thrive, more than just survive.
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On collarbones, contemplation, and community
We’re at a youth leader’s retreat camp. I am feeling lonely. I am feeling guilty for feeling lonely.
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Still Relevant?
As covid lockdowns slowly peeled back the layers on the glamorous world of elite sport exposing the cutthroat industry and mismanaged athletes' mental health, the rapid decline in sports participation comes as no surprise as people argue over whether sports are still relevant today.
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Spare the rod
Discipline. Most of us experienced some form of discipline growing up. We were given boundaries and told no and occasionally punished if we did wrong. But since God is our loving father, what does His discipline look like? How does it fit in with His plan for us?
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A Great Cloud of Witnesses
God’s people have always been persecuted for their belief in and following of him. It might seem like there is a new and rising antagonism towards Christians but as is the catchphrase of Ecclesiastes “There is nothing new under the sun.”
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Here, in the wait
Have you ever been sick, gone to a doctor, been given meds and never taken them? I did once. I was still sick two weeks later.
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Love
What is love? Love can be beautiful, it can be light, warm, selfless, humble contagious and Holy. But it can also be ...
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A warrant for revival
With in-person church gatherings being suspended for much of the past few years the return to physical church was much anticipated.