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Jesus Is Right Here With You

By: Dr Eliezer Gonzalez He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” Jesus...

Childhood Favourite Comes to Life in ‘Magic Beach’

By: Russ MatthewsMagic Beach is a book that has inspired children throughout Australia to tap into their imaginations.Alison Lester’s celebrated bestseller opens the door for children to see where their minds can take them when given the freedom to explore...

The Best Burger I Ever Ate—and the Life Lesson It Taught Me

By: Andrew ‘Hammo’ Hamilton About five years ago, my son Sam and I took a surfing trip to Siargao, Philippines.Siargao is a world-famous surfing destination, but instead of staying in the bustling General Luna area, we found a quiet little village tucked...

Is Singleness Among the Highest Vocations of the Faith?

By: Joni Boyd Is Christian singleness a burden to be endured or a God-ordained vocation?Might singleness here and now give the church a glimpse of God’s heavenly promises?We chatted to Danielle (Dani) Treweek (PhD, St Mark’s National Theological Centre and...

Summer Snack for Dipping: GF Sesame Crackers Recipe

By: Susan JoyThese light and crispy gluten-free sesame crackers are perfect to snack on or use with one of my paleo dips.They’ll stay fresh for up to 2 weeks if stored in an airtight glass container.Ingredients 2 cups (220g) almond meal/flour, (from blanched...

Preventing Australia’s Contribution to Online Sexual Exploitation

By: Laura Bennett We might not like to admit it, but Australia is one of the highest contributors to online childhood sexual exploitation in the world.Ranking third behind the US and UK, we are a nation contributing to the 302 million children globally who the...

How is Cricket Not a Complete Waste of Time?

By: Sam Chan Our family went to watch Australia play a Cricket Test.We sat in the rain. We baked in the sun. But the Match ended in a Draw! No result!You could say that we wasted our time. It made no difference if we’d turned up or not. It made no difference if...

Bethel Music’s Jenn Johnson: “We’re all Still Walking with a Limp”

By: Laura Bennett When life is full, when we’re tired, when we experience loss or don’t understand what God’s doing in our lives, one of the first things we can sometimes let go of is worship.The idea of thanking God, expressing gratitude to Him...

What’s Behind Our Obsession With True Crime?

By: Amy Isham In 2023, Casefile, an Australian true crime podcast, climbed to the top of Triton Digital’s Australian Podcast Ranker, surpassing popular shows like Hamish and Andy.This ranking shows Australia’s seemingly insatiable appetite for true crime...

Mastering Time Management: 8 Quick Tips for Busy Lives

By: Lorrene McClymont If you have spent any time with me or read any of my writing, you will discover pretty quickly that workaholic tendencies, perfectionism, and taking on too much at once are things I struggle with.Part of managing that is utilising organisational...

Brandon Heath Takes the ‘Gospel Truth’ into the New Year

By: Laura Bennett The end of the year is a good time for reassessment and closure.And for Dove Award-winner Brandon Heath it’s also a time to celebrate unchanging things as one year moves into the next.Brandon was recently asked a question by a friend he poses...

Social Trends Forecast: What’s Coming in 2025

By: Mark McCrindle The 2004 movie The Butterfly Effect follows a man called Evan who gets severe headaches that cause him to suffer black outs.While unconscious, he is able to travel back in time and alter the past, but this causes drastic changes in his present life....

Therapy Isn’t What You Think: Top 10 Myths Debunked

By: Jennifer Chu Therapy: the word alone can conjure a swirl of assumptions, from cozy couches and endless nodding to dramatic breakthroughs worthy of a movie scene.But the reality of therapy is far less mysterious—and far more empowering. Despite its...

Crazy Shenanigans and Charming Fun in ‘Paddington in Peru’ [Review]

By: Russ Matthews Paddington Bear (Ben Whishaw) lives in a world of imaginative and naive marvels that has helped him to become an icon for generations of children.Michael Bond’s Amazonian bear has charmed fans in children’s books for years in...

End of Year Burnout: How to Manage Stress and Recharge During the Holidays

By: Johanna McCarthyAnother year is reaching its end, and many of us are feeling worn out and ready for a break.Unfortunately, this exhaustion often coincides with a rush of deadlines, last-minute requests, and the juggling of holiday plans.If you’re feeling...

Reel Dialogue’s Fave Films of 2024: “A Tough Year With Some Standouts”

By: Russ Matthews and Michael Walsh The aftermath of COVID19 has had a ripple effect on the film industry over the past three years.Still, as the world opened up and cinemas began to recover the next big wave hit the industry, the writers and actors strike.Despite the...

By His Wounds, We Are Healed

By: Dr Eliezer Gonzalez“He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5, NIV)As little children, we learned that wounds were never...

Waiting – It Isn’t as Passive as it Sounds: Ruth Chou Simons

By: Laura BennettFor many of us, life can feel like an endless series of hurdles, tasks and ultimately, waiting.Whether we’re waiting for a promotion, to meet ‘the one’ or for a struggle to end, waiting can be tough.Writer and artist Ruth Chou...

Entertaining? Try This Dairy-Free Smoked Salmon and Dill Pate Recipe

By: Susan Joy This deliciously fresh tasting, dairy-free smoked salmon dip never disappoints at celebrations and get-togethers.The base of the dip is made from cashews and macadamia nuts which produces the lovely creamy texture. Serve with my Sesame...

Boxing Day Release Stars Richard Roxburgh: ‘The Correspondent’ [Movie Review]

By: Russ Matthews As things continue to boil over in the Middle East during current events, many may have forgotten all that occurred back in 2013 during the Arab Spring.his uprising in Egypt led to a coup d’état of the newly formed democratic government...

Faith

‘Conclave’ a Surprisingly Nuanced Portrait of Catholic Church [Movie Review]

By: Michael Walsh In 2016, author Robert Harris published the novel Conclave, detailing a fictional papal election following the unexpected death of the Pope and the ambiguous and ambitious players who emerge and vie for the holy throne.Then, in 2022, hot off his...

Making Room for Jesus This Christmas

By: Yvette McDonnell The Christmas Story is one we all know and love.But do we ever see ourselves in the Christmas story?Do we ever see our responsibility or participation in the lead up to Christmas and what we can do differently, that wasn’t done back then, in...

Tracing the Worldwide Faith Renewal: New Doco Series ‘Encounter’

By: Clare Bruce Since the early-2000s hype of the ‘New Atheists’ movement went quiet, a renewed interested in spirituality began to take its place in every corner of the globe – and Australia is here for it.This revival of faith is the subject of a...

Why Hope is a Deeply Christian Virtue

By: Brian Harris“So what virtues do you aspire towards?”If you want a conversation to take a turn to the serious, it’s a good question to ask. Some people will answer promptly – perhaps citing some of the more commonly listed virtues –...

A Life-Saving Conversation About Suicide

By: Amy Isham We’re still learning how to have conversations about mental health, but there’s one topic that’s even more sensitive, suicide.Host Aaron Johnstone and guest Mitch McPherson explore the question, “How can we help save a...

Is There a God or a Higher Power? Nearly 6 in 10 Aussies Think So

By: Steff Willis Despite shifts in the post-pandemic world, Australians’ views on Jesus and whether they believe in God have stayed largely consistent since 2019, according to recent NCLS Research findings.Along with the five-yearly project called the National...

Rethinking Evangelism and How We Can All Share Our Faith

By: Steff Willis Evangelism. For many, the word evokes a spectrum of emotions and perceptions, from enthusiasm to discomfort.It’s an important part of the Christian faith but one that comes with some baggage and stereotypes.In a recent interview, Reuben Skewes...

When the World is Divided: Lean on the ‘Offensive and Liberating’ Peace of God

By: Al Stewart After the US election result, depending on who you were gunning for, you might have felt elated and optimistic. Or, if you didn’t get the result you hoped for, you might be feeling incredibly depressed and hopeless.One thing is for certain:...

How to Share Jesus: A 3 Part Method

By: yesHEis Talking about Jesus can feel weird or uncomfortable.Maybe you struggle to find the right opportunities to share, or feel that you lack the necessary knowledge. Perhaps you don’t want to cause tension in your relationships or be perceived as...

Silver in Paris: The Faith Journey of Olympian Nicola Olyslagers

By: Steff Willis While many would see winning an Olympic medal as the pinnacle of success, for Nicola Olyslagers, it’s a bonus.Nicola Olyslagers is an Australian high jumper and a two-time Olympic Silver Medalist, having secured her second silver at the Paris...

Entertainment

‘Surprised By Oxford’ – Not Your Typical ‘Christian Chick Flick’

By: Russ Matthews On the surface, Surprised by Oxford looks to be a combination of a standard faith-based film set in the university setting and a romantic drama currently on offer at Netflix or Hallmark.Until things take unlikely turns in the writing and...

Brandon Heath Takes the ‘Gospel Truth’ into the New Year

By: Laura Bennett The end of the year is a good time for reassessment and closure.And for Dove Award-winner Brandon Heath it’s also a time to celebrate unchanging things as one year moves into the next.Brandon was recently asked a question by a friend he poses...

Crazy Shenanigans and Charming Fun in ‘Paddington in Peru’ [Review]

By: Russ Matthews Paddington Bear (Ben Whishaw) lives in a world of imaginative and naive marvels that has helped him to become an icon for generations of children.Michael Bond’s Amazonian bear has charmed fans in children’s books for years in...

Reel Dialogue’s Fave Films of 2024: “A Tough Year With Some Standouts”

By: Russ Matthews and Michael Walsh The aftermath of COVID19 has had a ripple effect on the film industry over the past three years.Still, as the world opened up and cinemas began to recover the next big wave hit the industry, the writers and actors strike.Despite the...

Boxing Day Release Stars Richard Roxburgh: ‘The Correspondent’ [Movie Review]

By: Russ Matthews As things continue to boil over in the Middle East during current events, many may have forgotten all that occurred back in 2013 during the Arab Spring.his uprising in Egypt led to a coup d’état of the newly formed democratic government...

Unique Christmas Collaboration: Marusia, a Sand Artist, and a Christian Songwriter

By: Donna Mandelkow In our post-Christian world, we can no longer presume a Chrisian understanding of Christmas – BUT we can see it as an opportunity to introduce people to Jesus, says musician and composer Jon Seccombe.With this in mind Jon has...

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Faces Lion-Sized Expectations [Movie Review]

By: Russ Matthews The Lion King was a revelation for audiences in 1994, between the musical score, visual effects and the family-friendly storyline.It wasn’t a surprise for Disney to retell the story as a photorealistically animated version in 2019 after...

Lessons From ‘A Christmas Carol: The Musical’

By: Robert Martin I recently watched the award-winning Broadway adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic story, A Christmas Carol.It was a superb show and brilliantly captured the essence of the original story—which is a powerful story of...

It’s Back to Middle Earth in ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’

By: Russ Matthews Since the release of Peter Jackson’s epic trilogy of J. R. R. Tolkien’s epic series of The Lord of the Rings, studios have been trying to tap into the magical lore of this vast array of worlds and characters.Despite the misstep of The...

For KING & COUNTRY’s Christmas Concert Film in Aussie Cinemas

By: Justin Rouillon Award winning faith-based duo for KING & COUNTRY have announced they will take a hiatus from touring in 2025.The Aussie expat brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone said in social media posts overnight that the new year will see them put their full...

Lifestyle

Mastering Time Management: 8 Quick Tips for Busy Lives

By: Lorrene McClymont If you have spent any time with me or read any of my writing, you will discover pretty quickly that workaholic tendencies, perfectionism, and taking on too much at once are things I struggle with.Part of managing that is utilising organisational...

The Signs of Chronic Inflammation

By: Kelli Kieselbach We’ve all heard the word inflammation, but do you know what it really means and how to recognise it?What is Inflammation? Inflammation isn’t inherently bad—it’s a normal immune response designed to help the body heal. When...

Why We’re All So Tired and What We Can Do About It

By: Steff Willis In today’s fast-paced world, fatigue seems to be an unwelcome companion for many, with stress, diet, and lifestyle playing crucial roles in the epidemic of tiredness.To shed light on why we often feel exhausted and how to reclaim our...

Feeling Demotivated? Some Thoughts to Get You Started

By: Brian HarrisThere is something about the Nike slogan “Just do it” that inspires. It’s about facing your fears and taking the critical first step. I once owned a poster that said simply, “A ship in the harbour is safe, but that is not...

The Surprising Benefits of Boredom and Mind Wandering

By: Nicola HodrenIn our fast-paced, hyperconnected world, boredom has become almost a relic of the past. We scroll, swipe, and stream to fill every moment of stillness.But it seems we haven’t stopped to think about what we are losing by filling every minute of...

Therapy Isn’t What You Think: Top 10 Myths Debunked

By: Jennifer Chu Therapy: the word alone can conjure a swirl of assumptions, from cozy couches and endless nodding to dramatic breakthroughs worthy of a movie scene.But the reality of therapy is far less mysterious—and far more empowering. Despite its...

End of Year Burnout: How to Manage Stress and Recharge During the Holidays

By: Johanna McCarthyAnother year is reaching its end, and many of us are feeling worn out and ready for a break.Unfortunately, this exhaustion often coincides with a rush of deadlines, last-minute requests, and the juggling of holiday plans.If you’re feeling...

Entertaining? Try This Dairy-Free Smoked Salmon and Dill Pate Recipe

By: Susan Joy This deliciously fresh tasting, dairy-free smoked salmon dip never disappoints at celebrations and get-togethers.The base of the dip is made from cashews and macadamia nuts which produces the lovely creamy texture. Serve with my Sesame...

Try This for Christmas: Roast Artichoke & Carrots with Maple Dressing

By: Blake ProudLooking for a delicious twist on roast vegetables for your celebration meal this Christmas? Try this fab recipe for roast artichoke and carrots.IngredientsFor the Roasted Vegetables: 2 (400g) cans artichoke hearts, drained and thoroughly dried 1 bunch...

Are You Living With Imposter Syndrome?

By: Thomas CheesemanI’m living with imposter syndrome / I’m just a colossal freak show / Lucky you see me through frosted windows / A layer of makeup that I just can’t take off.Following a night out at Lime Cordiale’s concert in...

Parenting

Location Sharing Apps: Some Pros and Cons for Parents to Consider

By: Joni Boyd Do you have a location sharing app on your phone?Has it been beneficial – or has it caused problems for you, or for your family?Adolescent psychologist Collett Smart spoke to us about some things to keep in mind when it comes to using or not using...

Clashing with Your Teens? 3 Practical Steps for Dealing with Conflict

By: Mikala SinfieldParents want to pass on their wisdom, experience and values to their children – but it’s not always easy, particularly when your children are in their teen years. You want to foster and develop the characteristics in your child that you...

3 Simple Tips for Staying Calm When Parenting Gets Tough

By: Chloe Hart Parenting isn’t always smooth sailing, especially when your kids seem to test every limit.To help navigate those challenging moments, we spoke with Susan Woodworth from Walk and Talk Psychology. She shared three transformative steps to help...

Parents: 4 Ways to Strengthen Your Family Bonds These Holidays

By: Jessica BusterFor many families the holiday season is filled with a burst of activity.It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of Christmas prep, planning activities to entertain the kids, and events. It’s also a great time to stop and think...

“Don’t Put it Off” – Mum and Dad, Learn First Aid for Summer

By: Joni Boyd It’s easy to put off learning First Aid, but with the holiday season almost here, now is a good time to make sure you know what to do, if anything goes wrong.Former paramedic Bill Baltzois says it’s important that people – and...

How to Teach Your Teen Self-Compassion

By: Joni Boyd How does your teen respond when they make a mistake?Are they their own harshest critic?Adolescent psychologist Collett Smart and Dr. Veya Seekis, a lecturer within the School of Applied Psychology at Griffith University, spoke in an interview about the...

Banning Social Media for Kids Could Be a Game-Changer: Tips for Parents

By: Johanne Pillay Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently announced that his government will legislate to ban social media for children under 16.The move aims to protect young people from the negative effects of excessive screen time and encourage...

Schoolies: Red Frogs’ 10 Top Tips for Parents

By: Joni Boyd Schoolies has been a traditional way to celebrate finishing school for generations.But just the thought of it strikes fear in parents of school leavers.Summer is almost upon us, and the senior year exams are over, which means thousands of bright eyed,...

Kids Not Coping with Change? Help Starts Here

By: Laura Bennett For school-age children doing the HSC or Year 6 students about to move into high school, this time of year is a significant transitional season.The end of term and uncertainties about the school year ahead can make kids feel uneasy and unsure about...

Talk Early, Talk Often: Conversations the Key to Instilling Online Safety in Children

By: Jess Drummond As the federal government moves towards legislating social media age restrictions for children due to issues around mental and physical health, bullying, and online safety, concerns are surfacing about whether such bans could isolate young...

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