Epic formula to conflict resolution
There are moments in my life when I have been disrespected, mistreated or even despised. How about you?.
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Billy Graham: finding a place to call home and ageing with purpose
With the passing of Rev. Billy Graham, I have been thinking of what it means to age in Christ. Billy Graham was a godly man who was used by God to bless others right up until the day of his passing into the presence of God.
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The Days of Noah or The Days of Elijah?
"Much of the church has acted, and still acts, as though it has been grafted into a Christmas Tree – flashing its attractive lights and decorations, but unconcerned about its loss of roots and wondering why it is spiritually drying up and dying."
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100,000 Kiwi kids to hear about Jesus this Easter
This Easter, Bible Society New Zealand (BSNZ) is giving away 100,000 copies of The Super Cool Story of Jesus.
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Insecticides – natural or commercial?
Sitting here at my computer, I am regretting sacking our local friendly huntsman spider and hoisting him (or her) outside to fend for himself (or herself) in the garden on his (or her) own.
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Give up, or take up?
In the higher latitudes we enjoy the regular cycle of seasons: Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring. We’re now heading into Autumn and it’s that mellow time for harvesting of fruits: apples and pears, grapes for eating and for making wine.
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The power of narrative - part 2
In Second Samuel chapter 12 we’re told a fascinating story about a prophet named Nathan who was sent to David to rebuke him for committing adultery and also for murdering the woman’s husband to cover the fact that she was pregnant.
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A friend of bingers
Despite some reduction in the use of alcohol amongst teenagers, binge drinking rates remain stubbornly high in Australia. The desire to drink to be drunk is a mentality I personally understand.
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Dangers on the Web
The invitations are alluring, complimentary and full of promise. A website says, "Geeks were once ridiculed and reviled" but then "geeks became the people to know. In fact, they started being considered cool." For many teens today 'cool' is a craving.
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Angels of light
The Apostle Paul was speaking to the people of the church in Corinth, warning them about ‘angels of light’ bringing error into the church.
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Why I’m still teaching after 25 years. Part 2 – The Brisbane Years
I never wanted to be a teacher. Last month’s article detailed my development as a teacher and as a person during my first 10 years of teaching in Mackay.
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You’re enjoying a peaceful breakfast at your favourite eatery. Next to you are two couples doing likewise. A phone rings loudly and the peace of the dining experience is disturbed.