Why Jesus Isn't the Solution to School Shootings
It is not enough for us as believers to simply say, as the wide-sweeping solution to this tragedy and those of its kind, “This world just needs Jesus.”
Eight Lessons to Learn From the Life of Billy Graham (1918-2018)
Whole countries and generations of Christian leaders have been shaped by the work of Dr Billy Graham. After reading his autobiography at a key moment in my own life, I jotted down these 8 lessons to take on board…
Farewell, Billy Graham – Fiery US Gospel Preacher who Put Brakes on Australia’s Crime Rates
In his 99 years on earth, Billy Graham touched the lives of millions, helped shape evangelical Christian culture, and at the height of his popularity, even lowered crime rates in cities including Sydney and Melbourne.
Should the Gambling Industry be Allowed to Donate to Political Parties?
Tim Costello and the Alliance for Gambling Reform say donations from the gambling industry to political parties should stop.
10 Years After The Stolen Generation Apology: “It Makes me Cry Even Now”
I still remember Kevin Rudd saying, ‘To the mothers and the fathers, the sons and the daughters, for the breaking up of the families, we say sorry’.
It's Time to Realise that Small is the New Big
We live in a world of mass media, big ideas, cultural change and global pain… it’s time to shine a light and apply love like a balm.
They Slipped Away In The Night – Tragedy at Sea for Kiribati Students
A shipwrecked ocean ferry, children lost at sea and a rescue against the odds. Just one of the consequences of life in an impoverished nation.
North Korea, Egypt and Pakistan All Have a Problem—and it’s Affecting Millions
Following Jesus is a pretty comfortable option in Australia—but for over 215 million Christians around the world it now means high levels of persecution.
After Amy’s Death: How to Spot The Signs of a Child Being Bullied – and Help Them
Kids Helpline has issued a list of the signs of bullying, self-harm, anxiety and avoidance that parents and teachers should look out for.
Prince Harry & Meghan’s Engagement – 25 Years Since Queen’s ‘Horrible Year’ Speech
This happy union, that most of the world seems to be celebrating and embracing, stands in contrast to the sad royal events of a quarter-century ago.