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Send a Shoebox Gift of Hope and Love in Time for Christmas!

Send a Shoebox Gift of Hope and Love in Time for Christmas!

Oct 11, 2022 | Celebration and Events

A shoebox sends chidlren a message of hope, letting them know God loves them and has not forgotten them during times of fear and uncertainty.

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Australians and Red Cross Unite to Raise $25 Million for Flood Victims

Australians and Red Cross Unite to Raise $25 Million for Flood Victims

Mar 19, 2022 | News

Australia’s commercial television networks united for a telethon raising more than $25 million for the Australian Red Cross Flood Appeal.

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Caring for Your Teen’s Mental Health in 5 Steps: ‘I CARE’

By: Joni Boyd Raising teens can often feel overwhelming, particularly when navigating mental health issues.Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or mental health professional, understanding how to support teenagers is vital.We spoke with Graeme Cowan, RU...
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Help Shine the Light of Jesus with Bibles Tailored for Indigenous Australians

By: Natalie Bennett Now is your chance to shine the light of Jesus into the hearts of Indigenous Australians through Badayala for Bibles. Bible League is partnering with 14 radio stations across Australia, with the goal to provide 4,000 Plain...
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A Pre-Teen Quest of Self Discovery in ‘Scarygirl’

By: Russ Matthews The energetic and inventive character Arkie (Jillian Nguyen) is from the imaginative mind of artist Nathan Jurevicius, and has been in the works for over 15 years. She is finally brought to life in cinemas in Scarygirl.Arkie lives with her adoptive...
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‘Just Do It’ – Developing a Bent Towards Action

By: Brian Harris Perhaps you’ve heard the old quip, “When all is said and done, far more is said than done.”A lot of my world revolves around words, making sure that ideas are well tested before being put into action and that the language around...
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Max Lucado: ‘Don’t Fear the End of the World’

By: Laura Bennett Do you wonder about how the world will end? What will happen? And when will it happen?If you’ve been asking these questions, you’re not alone.Best-selling author and pastor Max Lucado has been asking these questions too and...
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What Does Good Leadership Look Like?

By: Helping Hands TV “A good leader,” says Mark Jones, Chief Storyteller at the ImpactInstitute, “has a very clear picture of the future, a strong vision, and you’re able to bring people along on the journey.”Mark has more than fifteen...
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How to Approach Money Together in Your Marriage

By: Ben McEachen No matter how healthy a marriage is, it can be difficult to talk about money. Discussing finances can bring up all sorts of issues and disagreements, so many of us can just stop talking about money altogether.Even in our closest relationship /...
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Annoying Sayings of Jesus

By: Brian Harris If you’ve been following my blog, you will know that I’ve made a start on developing some of my own proverbs and sayings. They are supposed to be wise and helpful, and perhaps you have found them so. But sometimes sayings can be...
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How to Read 50+ Books a Year (Or at Least More Than You Do Now)

By: Steff Willis“I wish I had more time to read!”Perhaps you’ve said something similar when the topic of reading comes up. It’s something most of us wish we did more.But there’s only so many hours in the day and it’s so much easier...
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‘Transformers One’ Proves the Longevity of the Autobots Franchise

By: Russ Matthews Did you know that the fanbase for Transformers is called Transfans?This was a realisation hit during a recent fan screening of the latest Transformers animated adventure. During this origin story of the planet Cybertron, Optimus Prime, and Bumblebee,...
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Is Anyone Truly Loyal?

By: Russ Matthews In the film The Covenant by Guy Ritchie, we see a story of the sacrifice two soldiers are willing to offer for one another.One scene describes the loyalty between these two men as being a hook that they cannot be released from.In a...
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‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’ an Intensely Moving Portrait

By: Michael Walsh Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is an intensely moving portrait of actor, father, and activist Christopher Reeve – before and after his accident – as recounted by family and friends.Using intimate home videos, interviews and...
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Cloud Thinking or Ground Thinking

By: Brian Harris I’m a big picture person. Perhaps it goes back to my days in the chess team at school, but as any chess player will tell you, you’ve got to play the game forward. You are always asking, “If I do this and they do that, then what. But...
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What Has Christianity Ever Done For Us? These 7 Secular Values, For Starters

By: Amy Isham Consent, equality, human rights, freedom and progress, they’re all modern values right? What does Christianity have to do with our fight for social justice and equality?Well as it turns out, plenty.Is Christianity immoral?Our culture sees...
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Understanding Your Brain Chemicals

By: Sabrina Peters Brain chemicals, often referred to as neurotransmitters, help facilitate communication within the brain and body. They play vital roles in regulating a diverse range of physiological and psychological functions, including mood, cognition, emotion,...
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What Our Attitude to Money Reveals About Our Heart

By: Dr Eliezer Gonzalez It’s been estimated that there are 2,350 verses in the Bible about money and generosity.We often don’t like to face the reality that Jesus had a lot to say about money in his teachings, and what he had to say was very challenging....
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An Epidemic of Image and Appearance Insecurities: 6 Tips

By: Jennifer ChuIn today’s image-obsessed society, the constant flood of flawless, airbrushed celebrity images sets unattainable beauty standards, leaving many people feeling insecure and dissatisfied with their appearance. What if we could break free and...
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When People Have Objections to Jesus – What to Do

By: yesHEis Conversations about faith and religion always bring important questions and objections to the surface. These objections can often be misinterpreted as scary, discouraging, negative moments. In reality, an objection isn’t something to be feared;...
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Newphoria, Oldphobia, and the Antidote

By: Stephen McAlpine I was walking down George Street in Sydney today when I saw it – this wonderful sign of the modern times that we live in.The word that describes the late capital culture that draws us in with all of its glamour and promise. At a cost of...
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“Stop it Now”: Faith Communities Rally for Change

By: Michael CrooksLeaders and followers of religions across Australia have come together for the common cause of saving a warming planet. The Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC), which consists of representatives from multiple religions, is sending...
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Faith

Max Lucado: ‘Don’t Fear the End of the World’

By: Laura Bennett Do you wonder about how the world will end? What will happen? And when will it happen?If you’ve been asking these questions, you’re not alone.Best-selling author and pastor Max Lucado has been asking these questions too and...
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How Can We Have Spiritual Conversations?

By: Amy Isham  A 2022 MCrindle study of Australians showed that 46 percent of people were open to having a spiritual conversation.An amazing 21 percent of Australians even thought it was an essential part of life. But what’s a spiritual conversation and why...
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The One Thing About Every Superhero

By: Joni Boyd What’s one thing all superheroes have in common?Key points Max says there is “always a glimpse of Jesus in superhero movies” which feature rescue, sacrifice and a need for “transcendent help from beyond.” “It’s...
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What Has Christianity Ever Done For Us? These 7 Secular Values, For Starters

By: Amy Isham Consent, equality, human rights, freedom and progress, they’re all modern values right? What does Christianity have to do with our fight for social justice and equality?Well as it turns out, plenty.Is Christianity immoral?Our culture sees...
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The Dying Art of Disagreeing Well

By: Akos Balogh ‘Whatever you do, don’t bring up politics’, says my cousin as we walk into the restaurant. ‘There are strong opinions in the extended family for and against Viktor Orban’s government, and conversations can get very...
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Michelle Pearse: “Vote Based on Your Christian Values”

By: Steve DunsterMichelle Pearse is the newly appointed CEO of the Australian Christian Lobby (ACL).She spoke in our interview about the Australian Christian Lobby’s mission to integrate Christian values into public policy.“Our mission is to see...
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More Than an Imaginary Friend

By: Russ Matthews Did you have an imaginary friend growing up? Just nod your head if it’s true. I won’t tell anyone.These imaginary friends were lovely to think of as a companion when you were a child.Still, the yearning to find someone who would love you...
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5 Tips for Answering Tough Questions About Faith

By: Charlotte Life  As an openly Christian person, I have experienced situations where a new believer or non-Christian has asked questions about my beliefs, and it can come quite suddenly.I may forget what I’m trying to say or be unsure how to answer the...
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Who Am I? Knowing Your Identity, in 60 Seconds

By: Amy Isham Can philosophy tell us who we are?Social media allows us to show people the self we want them to see. Our society even believes that we can recreate ourselves – change jobs, identities, even our name or gender.But how do we know who we are?Well,...
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Is Secularism Good for Society?

By: Amy Isham  To non-religious people, secularism represents the freedom to live in a way that suits them, and majority religions don’t get to tell them what’s right or wrong. For religious people, secularism can feel like a threat to their spiritual...
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Entertainment

Groundbreaking Animation in ‘The Wild Robot’

By: Russ Matthews Chris Sanders is the creative directional mind behind the innovative worlds of Lilo & Stitch, How to Train Your Dragon and The Croods. His newest project The Wild Robot takes on the imaginative escapades of ROZZUM, unit 7134...
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‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’ an Intensely Moving Portrait

By: Michael Walsh Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is an intensely moving portrait of actor, father, and activist Christopher Reeve – before and after his accident – as recounted by family and friends.Using intimate home videos, interviews and...
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Craig Silvey’s Bestseller Hits the Big Screen in ‘Runt’

By: Russ MatthewsA family film incorporating an underdog tale with an adorable mutt as the protagonist and a determined little girl trying to save the family farm, is destined to be a hit.Runt is an adaptation of Craig Silvey’s beloved best-selling...
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Romance in the Face of Adversity in ‘Take My Hand’

By: Russ Matthews Multiple sclerosis affects thousands of people worldwide, and no cure has been discovered for this disease.Claire Jansz and her husband, John Raftopoulos, tell their true story of love and how they continue to hope for a cure in the future, in Take...
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Granny Gets Back at the Scammers in ‘Thelma’

By: Russ Matthews Unveiling a new chapter in the Mission: Impossible saga, Thelma, where the spotlight is not on Tom Cruise, but on the remarkable 93-year-old June Squibb (Table 19). Not really, but the veteran actress manages to give Tom a run for his...
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Priscilla Shirer on New Movie ‘The Forge’ and the Power of Mentoring

By: Steff Willis Whether or not you’ve had a formal mentor, we all know the value of having people in our lives who believe in us—someone to offer encouragement, lift us up, pray with us, and challenge us when needed.These relationships help us grow and...
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War Gets a New Take in ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’

By: Russ Matthews A new Guy Ritchie movie almost feels inevitable each year; some years, there are even two. Being one of the quickest working directors, the results sometimes reflect his swift pace.The last few years have exhibited this uneven work. In 2023, he came...
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‘The Forge’ and the Value of Mentorship

By: Russ Matthews The Kendrick Brothers have helped to set a new standard for faith-based films with quality writing and productions. These siblings are unapologetic in their overt Christian messages, and most of their projects are accompanied by a program that allows...
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A Dose of Harsh Reality in ‘Hillbilly Elegy’

By: Russ Matthews “Where we come from is who we are but we choose every day who we become.” – MamawThe mentor is a classic trope that has stood the test of time for good reason. Whether it’s Obi Wan telling Luke to “feel the...
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Young Musicians & Singers – Your Career Starts Here!

By: CMAA  Do you know a young singer or musician dreaming of a career in music?A trip to the sunshine state may be in order for them, because a host of music industry pros will be gathering on the Gold Coast to share their expertise with young people, at...
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Lifestyle

EMDR Therapy: What is it, and How Does it Help With Trauma?

By: Michelle NortjeEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a powerful psychological treatment method designed to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences and distressing memories. Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, it...
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‘Just Do It’ – Developing a Bent Towards Action

By: Brian Harris Perhaps you’ve heard the old quip, “When all is said and done, far more is said than done.”A lot of my world revolves around words, making sure that ideas are well tested before being put into action and that the language around...
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How to Read 50+ Books a Year (Or at Least More Than You Do Now)

By: Steff Willis“I wish I had more time to read!”Perhaps you’ve said something similar when the topic of reading comes up. It’s something most of us wish we did more.But there’s only so many hours in the day and it’s so much easier...
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Embracing Mistakes as Part of The Journey

By: Lorrene McClymont  Recently I had to make a major life decision. I agonised, planned stressed, and I agonised some more. I prayed, sought counsel, and did some more agonising. I was stuck in a kind of weird paralysis that I would get it wrong.Guess what? I...
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The Power of Positive: How to Gain a More Optimistic Mindset

By: Helping Hands TV “If we all believed that just bringing our little piece, whatever it is, could make a difference, it really does have a really positive impact,” says Joce Goto, Chief Operations Officer at giving App, Charitabl.Joce is joined by Mark...
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7 Benefits of Seeing a Therapist

By: Sabrina Peters It takes courage to confront the areas of your life that you’ve kept hidden for so long.It takes strength to explore the depths of your experiences, and vulnerability to share those inner truths with another person.Whether you’re...
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Cloud Thinking or Ground Thinking

By: Brian Harris I’m a big picture person. Perhaps it goes back to my days in the chess team at school, but as any chess player will tell you, you’ve got to play the game forward. You are always asking, “If I do this and they do that, then what. But...
Read More

Understanding Your Brain Chemicals

By: Sabrina Peters Brain chemicals, often referred to as neurotransmitters, help facilitate communication within the brain and body. They play vital roles in regulating a diverse range of physiological and psychological functions, including mood, cognition, emotion,...
Read More

An Epidemic of Image and Appearance Insecurities: 6 Tips

By: Jennifer ChuIn today’s image-obsessed society, the constant flood of flawless, airbrushed celebrity images sets unattainable beauty standards, leaving many people feeling insecure and dissatisfied with their appearance. What if we could break free and...
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Newphoria, Oldphobia, and the Antidote

By: Stephen McAlpine I was walking down George Street in Sydney today when I saw it – this wonderful sign of the modern times that we live in.The word that describes the late capital culture that draws us in with all of its glamour and promise. At a cost of...
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Parenting

Child Social Media Ban: “It Won’t Be Easy”

By: Mike Crooks The Albanese government has pledged to ban children from social media.The ban is proposed to include children aged up to 16, but the cut-off age has yet to be officially set.The ban will likely be imposed by the end of the year and will include...
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The Missionary Kid Experience

By: The Centre for Effective ServingMissionary children, or “MKs,” as they are sometimes referred to, grow up in an international, highly intercultural environment. The journey of a missionary kid is distinctive and filled with a variety of unparalleled...
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Raising Grateful, Empathetic, Mindful Teens: It’s Possible!

By: Joni Boyd “How do I raise my teen to be a grateful, empathetic adult?”According to Hugh van Cuylenberg is a renowned educator, resilience expert and founder of The Resilience Project, there are simple practises that parents can adopt, to create an...
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A Father’s Love: My Son has a Criminal Record

By: Ben McEachen Like every parent, Scott expected the usual things for his three sons and their lives.What he didn’t expect for his youngest son was criminal charges.“In 2019, he managed to get hold of some alcohol, get drunk, take my car and write it...
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‘Dad Rituals’ – And Other Ways to Meaningfully Connect

By: Helping Hands TV This weekend, in families and communities all around Australia, dads, grandfathers and father figures will be recognised and celebrated for the important roles they play in our lives.And those roles, says psychologist, Collett Smart are on an...
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‘Dad Rituals’ – And Other Ways to Meaningfully Connect

By: Helping Hands TV This weekend, in families and communities all around Australia, dads, grandfathers and father figures will be recognised and celebrated for the important roles they play in our lives.And those roles, says psychologist, Collett Smart are on an...
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How to Share Faith with Your Child

By: Laura Bennett In an era where information overload is a norm, raising children with strong spiritual values can seem daunting amidst various parental responsibilities.Ainsley Freeman, a dedicated mum, church pastor, and author, sheds light on the subject with her...
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Birth Trauma Impacts 1 in 3 Australians

By: Ben McEachen The birth of a child is an incredible moment of new life, joy and potential.For one in three Australian parents, though, it also can be the painful, distressing beginning of birth trauma.In late May, the NSW State Parliament’s Special...
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The Changing Role of Fathers

By: Laura Bennett Kati Gapaillard is the CEO of the Fathering Project, an organisation dedicated to improving children’s physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and preventing harm by advocating for positive engaged fatherhood.She joined me for a chat...
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Helping Young People to Find Motivation

By: Helping Hands TV The many pressures and expectations being faced by young people today makes it harder than ever before for them to find motivation, according to Brett Ryan from Focus on the Family.Whether the pressures from the people around them, their social...
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