Whether we admit it or not, we all are influenced in one way or another by our conscience. It’s our built-in sensor that seeks to prevent us from acting or speaking in a way that goes against our values and principles. Our conscience is something we all are born with, even though is an imperfect […]
I can still remember where I was standing when I answered the phone call from Bishop Peter Hayward inviting me to lead a partnership between Oak Flats and Jamberoo Anglican Churches. To this day I still believe that this was a great opportunity for two churches to share resources for the sake of the gospel, […]
The Difference the Trinity Makes 13-14th October 2018 • Mark Howard INTRODUCTION 1. CREED OF ATHANASIUS Excerpts: And the Catholick Faith (ie universal faith) is this: That we worship one God in Trinity, and Trinity in Unity; For there is one Person of the Father, another of the Son: and another of the Holy […]
Walk about Zion, go around her, count her towers… that you may tell of them to the next generation. Psalm 48:13,14 Psalm 48 is an invitation to behold with eyes of faith Zion, the city of God, and for us to not to rejoice in the number of towers, but to rejoice that this is where […]
This weekend will see many Aussies head to the ballot box, with five by-elections to be held around Australia. Depending on what happens, it will increase or decrease the stability of the federal government… and may influence the decision of when the next federal election is called by the Prime Minister. Regardless, it is important […]
The Mobile Community Pantry (MCP) began at Oak Flats Anglican in February this year. It is a collaboration with Anglicare to provide low-cost groceries to those who need it most. And judging by the response it is a service that is being well received by the community. Every fortnight, on a Thursday, a van from […]
One of the most significant bridges for our young people is the gap between youth group and church. Research presented by the Moore College’s CMD reports that there is a significant drop off in church involvement in the later teen years. We all know that this is a fragile time, with all kinds of pressures. […]
Since Jesus is returning soon to judge the world, is it right for us to just sit around and enjoy a holiday? Well, when we hold to the truth that God is sovereign over everything, then it means that it’s OK to stop and enjoy a break. This is why God originally created a Sabbath […]
For as long as I can remember I’ve known about Jesus. My grandparents were followers of Jesus, and they brought me up knowing that it was really important to know him personally. When I was ten I decided to follow Jesus myself, and I am now more convinced than ever that this is the greatest […]
Do you take the time to say “thank you” to God? At times of relief from danger, we thank God a lot. But what about at the normal times of life when things can be fairly mundane? If we are not thankful to God for what he has done, then perhaps it is because we […]