Wells, Not Fences: Moving Toward the Living Water of Peace and Inclusion In the vast and rugged landscapes of Australia, where water and feed are scarce, some cattle stations are so immense they could swallow entire U.S. states, even Texas. Traditionally, farmers would build enormous fences around these properties, attempting […]
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Focusing on the Living Water: A Better Way to Disciple and Care for God’s Flock
In Australia, we have some of the most desolate and vast landscapes in the world. There are areas where water and feed are scarce, and farms—often called “stations”—can be so large that they dwarf entire American states, even Texas. Managing livestock on these immense properties presents unique challenges. Traditionally, farmers […]
Read MoreGod at Work in Brisbane North: A Testimony of Simple Church and Compassion in Action
In the heart of Brisbane, a small Anabaptist church is quietly witnessing to the love of Christ—not through big programs or flashy events, but through simple acts of service, shared meals, and genuine conversations. For a while now, we have worked together and have had the privilege of assisting of […]
Read MoreTelling the story of God a better way
Originally Michael Frost – https://mikefrost.net/the-way-you-tell-the-story-of-god-matters/ I have noted previously that Christians need to learn to tell their own spiritual autobiographies more effectively. I wrote, “Less and less people want to listen to religious lectures or church sermons, but they’ll listen to stories from your spiritual autobiography if you can tell […]
Read MoreThe Purpose of the Bible (1): God’s Revelation to Humanity
The Bible is more than just a historical text or a compilation of religious teachings. It is a unified narrative through many smaller books in which God reveals His character, His purposes, and His plan for creation. From the opening chapters of Genesis to the final visions of Revelation, the […]
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Originally Michael Frost – https://mikefrost.net/the-way-you-tell-the-story-of-god-matters/ I have noted previously that Christians need to learn to tell their own spiritual autobiographies more effectively. I wrote, “Less and less people want to listen to religious lectures or church sermons, but they’ll listen to stories from your spiritual autobiography if you can tell […]
Read MoreContemporary Anabaptist: Embracing Urban Community through Spirituality and Economic Justice
Contemporary Anabaptist: Embracing Urban Community through Spirituality and Economic Justice Introduction: The Urban Challenge for the Contemporary Anabaptist Church The ‘Contemporary Anabaptist’s’ desire to engage actively with modern urban communities presents a challenging conundrum: how to cultivate communal living in an environment often sceptical of such ideals. Urban settings, characterized […]
Read MoreJustice for All: The Importance of Protecting Children Beyond Appearance
Justice for All: The Importance of Protecting Children Beyond Appearance A call out to Baptist World Aid. Baptist World Aid is making a significant shift in its Child Sponsorship program, prioritizing the protection and dignity of children involved in their initiatives. By covering participants’ faces with a friendly yellow sticker […]
Read MoreMen Standing against GBV (Gender Based Violence)
Men – you are invited to join us as we explore the “Christlike” response to the tragedies where men abuse our position in the home and society. We are often highly influenced by our Families, Culture, and Peer pressure when the Loving God should affect us. Please join us, as […]
Read MoreMen Standing against GBV
Men – you are invited to join us as we explore the “Christlike” response the the tragedies where men are abusing our position in the home and society. We have often highly influenced by our Families, Cultural, Peer pressure, when we should be influenced by the Loving God. Please join […]
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