How often does the world distract us, so that we forget to pray? How easily do we get caught up in the moment, only to realise later it would’ve been the perfect time to pray? ‘Pathfinders’ is a word that carries many memories for me, of camping; rainy weather; friendships; completing honours and so much…
Sydney Youth Leave Their Mark On Timor-Leste
Where did you go? Baucau, Timor Leste Duration of trip: 2 weeks How many people went? 30 youth and young adults from NSW What were your mission tasks? Our team turned a church building in the region of Baucau into a school (including accommodation for teachers) and ran a vacation Bible school (VBS) program in…
Food Addiction: There Is a Way Out
Does the sight of biscuits in the bakery section of your local grocery store make your mouth water? For me, those biscuits and other sugary ‘treats’ have been my arch nemesis for years, my Achille’s heel to true health and healing. My desire for the sugar-hit and soft, chocolatey doughy flavour in my mouth after…
My Story
It’s a good story Even though there a moments That seem sombre Because it’s for Your glory And that changes things You make living worth it When I remember Your love I become stronger for it Because my help comes from above As the darkness subsides The light arrives Because you can bet If it…
Understanding Jesus Through Mary Magdalene’s Testimony
Mary Magdalene was the first person Jesus appeared to after he was resurrected according to the gospels of Matthew, Mark and John. In his latest book, Unshakeable Hope, Max Lucado discusses that resurrection morning and writes, “Jesus was the undisputed King of the universe. Ten thousand angels stood in rapt attention to serve. And what…
Pastor’s Child Or Child Of God?
As a child, I grew up in the Seventh-day Adventist church. I was conceived by Adventist parents and was also dedicated and baptised into the Seventh-day Adventist church. I always loved God and am grateful that He died on the cross for us and has given us the promise of Salvation. As a child, I…