A national referendum is imminent this year, likely between October and December. Each of us will be given an opportunity to express our opinion and cast our vote in favour or against the integration of the First Nations’ voice into the Australian Constitution.
We have a responsibility as Christians to reach out to young people who are being exposed to ideas and messages that go against the teachings of the Bible.
One of the worst international disasters we have witnessed in recent history is the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Tens of thousands of people have perished or been injured, and entire cities have been destroyed as a result.
Most of us have seen the images of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently marching in the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in Sydney. Some Christian commentators are criticising his participation, saying that it endorses the queer agenda to such a degree that it disregards the views of heterosexual Australians.
Was there a time in your Christian life when your passion for Christ was stronger? A time when you read God’s word more faithfully? Were you more involved in church than you are now? Did you share the gospel more? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, you may need a revival.
There are certain things that only the church of the living God is equipped to do. No government, military, educational institution, or other earthly power can fulfill these roles in the same way.
Did you know that one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs has an inspiring Christian foundation? But Jim Penman’s persona goes way beyond the popular image of a man pushing a lawnmower.
If you’ve been involved in church life recently, you have likely heard about the revival that happened at Asbury University, a small town in the US. The question on everyone’s mind now though, is whether this is something worth paying attention to.
When 1,000 in a town of 1,500 came to Christ, you know God is orchestrating a revival.
Words spoken over us at a young age often become what we believe about ourselves as adults. Harsh or unkind words can have a lasting negative impact, while kind and encouraging words can bring about healing and growth.
Naomi Reed’s life changed when in high school she went to a Christian group and heard about the Lord Jesus for the first time. The message of the gospel has impacted her ever since.
Is your Christian faith, a secret? Does everyone around you know you’re a believer? Pastor Greg Laurie says that this is an important question we need to ask ourselves. We should make our stand for Christ publicly, because Jesus said, If you’ll stand up for me, I’ll stand up for you.
As a child of God, you have access to the presence of the Holy Spirit, the power of the Spirit of God within you. The promise of God is that power can sustain you, strengthen you and provide for you every single thing that is necessary.
Each of us has a God given gift or ability, something that we’re able to do better than just about anyone else. But when we run into opposition and trials in life, sometimes the first thing we want to do is stop using that gift.
Do you believe that God cares about every single area of your life? Sometimes we think that He is only concerned about our spiritual health, but He is also concerned about our physical health.
The Woman at the Well is one of the most famous stories of the Bible. It’s a remarkable discourse between a sinful woman, and the Holy Son of God.
You might be surprised to learn that the story of the Prodigal Son is not so much about a runaway son, but rather an unrestrained and unbounded father.
Christians can be confident there is a place called heaven. The power of heaven may even be in helping us deal with some of the challenges we face here on earth.
By praying the Lord’s Prayer, we gain a deeper insight into who God is and how He wants us to relate to Him. This prayer transcends our own personal beliefs of what God is like.
The Bible speaks clearly and firmly against racism. It is an affront to God’s will, which is that all people should be treated with love and respect regardless of their race or ethnicity.
In 1988, Bobby McFerrin’s upbeat anthem “Don’t Worry Be Happy” captivated audiences around the world and topped music charts in countries like Australia. Despite its light-hearted message, it serves as a reminder that this cheer-up approach is no cure for those dealing with mental health issues.
This February, Vision Christian Media invites couples to join our livestream of Focus on the Family’s Marriage and Money tour!
Penny Reeve is the author of several books for Children and Young Adults. But her goal is to get her readers to go beyond just passively reading books. She challenges them to engage in the world and calls them to action.
In a world overwhelmed by technology, one thing that often gets lost in the shuffle is true connection.
Eternal life is more than just living forever. It’s also about quality of life, the people you know, and also what you know. To live forever, you have to know the one true God.