Nov 20, 2024 · Learning to live in two worlds: When I first moved permanently to Australia long ago (having an Australian wife was my excuse), I could not get Australian citizenship unless I gave up my American citizenship. I chose to stay as I was. Later on, however that requirement was dropped, and I can now hold two passports simultaneously if I want. But being a bit lazy, hating forms and spending money ...

Nov 5, 2024 · Last thoughts before the final voting: In just a few short hours from now the last full day of voting will take place in the American elections. Around 80 million Americans have already voted, and another 80 million will vote on November 5. Like so many others, I will be following the counting quite closely, even though it is possible that a …

Dec 28, 2024 · Believers must regain the use of the mind for God’s glory: Some cynics might think that my title offers an oxymoron. ‘What, do Christians actually think?’ Yes, I get that: too often believers do not use their minds. And some might even relish that sad reality. Too many of them think that Romans 12:2 says this: “Be transformed by the removing of your mind.” But it …

Nov 10, 2024 · Comforting words for those who grieve: One main benefit of doing public talks – and something I quite look forward to – is having discussions…

Inspiring words about the meaning of Christmas: Entire libraries exist packed with volumes discussing the greatest turning point of human history: God coming in the flesh two millennia ago. The Incarnation of Jesus Christ changed everything. The message of Christmas needs to always be heralded and celebrated far and wide. Here then are 40 terrific and powerful quotes by 22 different Christians ...

Dec 17, 2024 · Christianity is rooted in history which we need to be aware of: Sadly far too many believers in the West today tend to think and act as if the Christian church has only been around for the past half century or so. They tend to think that what we do and what we believe as Christians has come about just in recent times, and they are basically oblivious to all that has gone before. They really ...

Dec 21, 2024 · Yet another terrorist attack in the West: We can often tell when we are nearing Christmas because even more terrorist attacks occur. Europe has had…

Dec 10, 2024 · Careful Christian thinking on the AI revolution: Christians need to be aware of what is happening in their world – both the good and the…

Dec 19, 2024 · Are we locked into politics as usual, or are other options worth exploring? As a personal aside, a great couple invited me out for lunch today. One of them asked me what my thoughts were on the two main political parties. I jokingly replied, ‘Well if you had not so rudely dragged me away from home, I would have finished an article I started on this very matter!’ Well, the lunch was great ...

Dec 27, 2024 · The latest news in this ongoing saga: It has become the never-ending story; the continuous madness that is known as the Victorian Liberal Party. While…