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The Fear of Death, and the Death of Fear

Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. (Heb 2:14-15)

Missionaries Murdered: “My Heart is Broken”

By: Mike Crooks

Loved ones are grieving after the shooting deaths of three missionaries in Haiti, including a young couple.

Vale Mandisa: Thank You for the Music

By: Joni Boyd

Warning: The following article contains content that some readers may find distressing. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.

The Christian music scene was devastated by the news of Mandisa’s death last week.

30 Years After Rwandan Genocide: Emmanuel’s Story of Hope

By: CMAA

As the international community remembers 30 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, Compassion staff member and genocide survivor Emmanuel is sharing his story of hope.

A Christian Response to Suicide: Learning from the Past

By: Brian Harris

I’m taking today’s blog in a somewhat different direction, and a bit of a warning is appropriate.

Remembering His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

By: Amy Cheng

Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died at the age of 99, Buckingham Palace has said.

When Should We Use Our Power to Choose? – ‘Blackbird’ Discusses Euthanasia

By: Laura Bennett

All of us know we’re going to die, but should the timing be in our hands? Or is it best to let the nature of God’s timing take its course?

What Happens When I Die?

By: City Bible Forum

Death is a question we often don’t like confronting or talking about. What do we make of death? Is there anything after? Hear how the death of someone close to him prompted him to confront some of life’s biggest questions. A conversation with humour and wisdom.

Record Low Birth Rates and a Record High Life Expectancy

By: McCrindle

Australia is experiencing record low birth rates per couple but a record high number birth overall. Women are choosing to delay getting married and having children, prioritising education and career before starting a family.

Gone To Soon

By: yesHeis

Death is a reality we’re all destined to face. No matter our religion or beliefs, financial position, relationship status or race, death comes to us all.