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August 30, 2010

China's Abandoned Children

David Gotts is the founder of International China Concern, a worldwide organisation that works to make life better for China's abandoned, disabled children. Hear the inspiring story of how it all begin, and how you can get involved....

The Council of Dads

When author Bruce Feiler was diagnosed with cancer in 2008, he set up a 'Council of Dads' to look after his young daughters. Hear his tips on how your kids can benefit from the input of other men.  ...

August 23, 2010

Stryper: Back in Black & Yellow

Stryper is an enduring rock band with a lot of 'firsts' to their name. They were the first Christian band to break into the mainstream. Their 1986 record To Hell With The Devil was the first Christian album to go...

Film Review: Matching Jack

Ben McEachen reviews the new Aussie film about a child with leukaemia, and the lengths his mum will go to, to try and get him well....

Max Lucado's New Mission

Author Max Lucado has been visiting the developing world and has a newfound passion for the poor. Don't miss his tips on how to 'outlive' your life for the sake of others....

August 22, 2010

Lily Bragge - A Life Transformed

Australian journalist Lily Bragge had lost everything and almost destroyed her life with heroin addiction and sucide attempts. Hear about her radical transformation after a famous Australian led her to Jesus....

August 16, 2010

The Introverted Personality

They may need solitude after a party, may get tired of small talk and may prefer working alone, but don't be fooled--introverts are changing the world! The extroverts may get all the attention but this week we'll explore why...

August 11, 2010

Anne Rice: Christianity's Outsider Once More

Open House host Sheridan Voysey has written an opinion piece on novelist Anne Rice's decision to 'quit Christianity for Christ', published on the ABC's Religion and Ethics website today. You may remember Anne Rice was a guest on the...

August 15, 2010

Book Review - Wolf Hall

A review of Hilary Mantel's "Wolf Hall", reviewed by Kara Martin It is easy to be unaware of the church wars of the past. We may well take our protestant evangelical faith for granted.When the often sordid details of the interactions...

TV Review - Under the Hammer

"UNDER THE HAMMER" - Review by Mark Hadley RATING:                    PG DISTRIBUTOR:          Seven Network RELEASE DATE:          Mondays, 8:00 PM Viewers would be forgiven for thinking they are watching Hot Property.  Not only does Seven's new real estate program seem to draw...

August 9, 2010

Second Opinion - My Husband's Obsessive Hobby

Caroline's got a problem in her marriage. Her husband, we'll call him Jay, is obsessed with motorsports. Now that may sound a bit trivial - you're probably thinking, "lots of Aussie males are sports mad; How can that hurt a...

August 8, 2010

Jimmy Needham

Jimmy Needham started out as a class clown from Texas and has risen to become a world-acclaimed singer songwriter; whose latest album topped the Christian itunes charts... Catch his interview with Sheridan here.  ...

Film Review: Inception

If you feel like reclining in a comfy cinema chair and switching off your brain for a couple of hours, don't go and see Inception... Not only will it have you on the edge of your seat, it'll also give...

Christians and Politics

What does a biblically-based political agenda really look like? According to author and political theorist Ron Sider, it will be pro-life, pro-poor, pro-family, pro-racial justice, pro-freedom, pro-peace and pro-creation care. Ron is our special guest this Sunday.

August 6, 2010

Reuben, Kari and Jason

One of the great things about large events like the Hillsong Conference is that you find world-class talent in the one place. That was certainly the case in 2010. We were able to round up three Dove award-winning singer-songwriters,...

August 1, 2010

Jesus and Money

What did Jesus Christ teach about money? Does he want you to be rich, as the TV prosperity preachers say? Or does he want you to sell everything you have a give it to the poor, as the radical activists...

Second Opinion: How to Help a Friend's Failing Marriage

This week's Second Opinion dilemma is all about helping a friend in need. It comes from Karina, who's concerned about her friend Ally.Ally's marriage is in a mess. Her husband has an addiction to pornography; it's been going on for...