The heroines of Hahndorf
While on holiday in Adelaide last May, we visited the town of Hahndorf. Just outside Hahndorf is the former home and workshop of the landscape artist, Hans Heysen. Heysen emigrated …
The sea
In my early Christian days I was not overly thrilled when I discovered this verse. Rev 21:1, “Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first …
The nature of the Christian nation
Presently, there is much discussion on the subject of Christian nationalism and the idea that particular countries are historically, Christian. The scriptures do speak of a holy nation, but it …
Living epistles
If people are to be converted to the Christian faith, they must hear the Word of God. The apostle Paul said to Timothy, the scriptures are able to make you …
In defence of shell collecting
In the year 2000 John Piper preached a sermon which became famous for an illustration he used. The illustration subsequently made its way into the book, Don’t Waste Your Life, …
The spirit of power, love and a sound mind
The apostle Paul writes to his young protégé, Timothy, because he wants him to flourish in the ministry that God has appointed him to. 2 Tim 1:6, “Therefore I remind …
Hallowed be Your name
I love the hymn, Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah. It wonderfully depicts the pilgrimage of God’s people in this fallen world and His presence to provide and protect. If …
How will you be remembered?
When I walk around the city, I like to look at the memorials and statues commemorating people who have shaped our state and nation. Adjacent to Hyde Park at the …
The converted thief
As we remember the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus this Easter, I would like us for a moment to remove our eyes from Christ to consider one of …
Christ is good because Christ is God
Mark 10:17-18, “Now as He (Christ) was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may …