Incredible Act of Jesus-Like Mercy, as Man Forgives the Woman who Killed His Brother
It was a rare display of Christ-like love in a Texas courtroom, when a young man forgave the Dallas woman who shot and killed his brother.
The Sydney Morning Herald – Our History and the Christian Connection
Life in Sydney was difficult for the Fairfax family. Their fourth child, born during the sea voyage, died only a few months after their arrival.
African Enterprise – A Culture of Worship Made Possible in Prison
Over 300 African women inmates and their children had no place to pray and worship on Sundays, making it difficult for those of poor health to join in.
You Will Believe Fake News Just Because It Has A Picture
“We’ve found it doesn’t really matter what the claim is about, as long as there is a related photograph with it, it will nudge people toward believing it”.
Brave, Funny, Naughty Maritime Cats
While the many exploits of the seafarers who mapped the world have been well documented, those of their cats have not. This new book provides a cat’s-eye view of maritime history.
Talking Rubbish Isn’t Enough – Time For Action
Australia is facing a rubbish and recycling crisis of enormous proportions. Our addiction to a throwaway culture is catching up with us.
When Humans are Cloned One Day, How Should Christians Respond?
It’s not as far-fetched as it sounds, according to some futurists. The technology exists; it’s only the moral codes of Western powers that have so far stopped that horse from bolting, they say.
Would Universal Basic Income Beat Poverty?
Ronald Henderson famously chaired a Commission of Inquiry into Poverty in the early 1970’s. Following the release of the Commission’s reports, the ‘Henderson Poverty Line’ became the standard used by researchers to gauge progress in the community.
Ban on Bible Sales in China to be Reinforced
China’s government last week issued a ban on internet sales of the Bible. Beijing also issued its first white paper on religious freedom in 21 years.
Slavery Couldn’t Silence Christian Music
Glenn A Baker shares that whilst African slaves in America’s southern states were subject to incalculable injustice and oppression, that shameful period in history was the source of many music genres.