We reproduce here in full the Contemporary Anabaptist church core convictions, which concisely describe the beliefs of its members: These convictions outline the stance of a Jesus-centred gospel with a focus on the Christ centred ethical implications of being the church in a post-Christendom context.
Read More Title: Embracing Human Dignity: A Biblical Perspective on Identity Politics The article explores the pitfalls of identity politics and the dehumanization it can perpetuate, contrasting it with a biblical perspective that upholds the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. Through examples from Nepal and insights from Martin Luther King […]
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As part of of violence against women series In his insightful book “The Ten Lies Men Believe,” J. Lee Grady confronts common misconceptions about masculinity, encouraging men to embrace a more authentic and fulfilling understanding of themselves. Each of these lies is countered by powerful truths found in the pages […]
Read More What did we loose when Jesus was moved from the margins In the Anabaptist understanding, following Jesus isn’t just a phrase—it’s a lifestyle. Jesus is seen as not just a historical figure or a theological concept, but as the ultimate example, teacher, friend, redeemer, and Lord. Anabaptists emphasize that being […]
Read More In today’s Christian discussions, the term “biblical” often gets thrown around to declare something as morally right or doctrinally sound. But is that the golden standard, or have we lost something along the way? I believe that one can argue that one can be biblical, but yet not Christian. We […]
Read More Title: Jesus: The Living Word of God – Our Anabaptist Perspective In the tapestry of our Christian faith, few concepts are as central and profound as the identification of Jesus Christ as the Word of God. This belief, deeply rooted in scripture, holds a special significance for us as Anabaptists, […]
Read More Anzac day is the most secular holy day within the year for Australia, and one seen not ‘taking a knee’ can easily been cancelled and vilified in our media or online if not in person. Therefore approaching the remembrance of the ANZACs from a Christian perspective involves Godly wisdom, recognizing […]
Read More Essence of Anabaptist An interesting analogy is drawn between Anabaptism and fashion, emphasizing the diversity of expressions within the tradition. Anabaptist values, while originating in sixteenth-century Swiss, German, and Dutch communities, have evolved over time in various cultural contexts, such as Mennonite, Amish, and Hutterite cultures. The chapter discusses the […]
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Title: Book Summary – Feeling Ashamed – Part 2 Big idea: Finding Freedom: Overcoming Shame Through Jesus In her book, the author explores the common struggle with shame and how Jesus offers hope for liberation. She emphasizes that Jesus removes the guilt of sin and rejects shame, offering a path […]
Read More Exploring the Irony of Priorities: Life on Mars vs. Life on Earth Irony of two events in Brisbane this May22nd May – World Science Festival Brisbane – Life On Mars24th May – “March for Life” Rally In the grand tapestry of human endeavours, two current events have starkly contrasted our […]
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