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Faith and reason

OpinionJuly 16

On a mission from God — or not, depending on the meaning of the word

In May 2003, the US president George W Bush stood on the USS Abraham Lincoln, framed beneath a giant banner bearing the words ‘‘Mission Accomplished’’, to declare an end to major combat operations in Iraq.
On a mission from God — or not, depending on the meaning of the word
On a mission from God — or not, depending on the meaning of the word
OpinionJuly 9

The great highs, the terrible lows, and how God is faithful to us all

God’s love never lets go, Jenny Beck writes.
The great highs, the terrible lows, and how God is faithful to us all
The great highs, the terrible lows, and how God is faithful to us all
OpinionApril 16

The exceeding joy of a generous and prayerful relationship with God

God is the source of joy Christopher Holmes writes.
The exceeding joy of a generous and prayerful relationship with God
The exceeding joy of a generous and prayerful relationship with God
OpinionApril 9

God cares about who we really are, not what we look like to the world

Words are fine but meaning matters, Sarah Auld writes.
God cares about who we really are, not what we look like to the world
God cares about who we really are, not what we look like to the world
OpinionMarch 19

Expose injustice, change hearts, transform mindsets and be a peacemaker

Blessed indeed are the peacemakers, Paul Trebilco and  Andrew Shepherd  write.
Expose injustice, change hearts, transform mindsets and be a peacemaker
Expose injustice, change hearts, transform mindsets and be a peacemaker
OpinionFebruary 26

The Lord’s Prayer: a timeless answer to today’s mental health struggles

Prayer is not a simple act, it offers real hope, Gabriel Chan writes.
The Lord’s Prayer: a timeless answer to today’s mental health struggles
The Lord’s Prayer: a timeless answer to today’s mental health struggles
OpinionFebruary 19

‘Gravedigger Bob’ teaches us about being a faithful follower to the end

The life and death of a dog in a Brazilian cemetery tells a wider story  David Tombs writes.
‘Gravedigger Bob’ teaches us about being a faithful follower to the end
‘Gravedigger Bob’ teaches us about being a faithful follower to the end
OpinionJanuary 22

Organised worship refreshes and empowers those of faith who attend

Bill Lee explains why he goes to church.
Organised worship refreshes and empowers those of faith who attend
Organised worship refreshes and empowers those of faith who attend
OpinionDecember 18

Adjusting to a bluer Christmas

This Christmas will be the same but different, Lynne Taylor writes.
Adjusting to a bluer Christmas
Adjusting to a bluer Christmas
OpinionNovember 27

Come all you weary and you anxious, and find rest for your souls in Jesus

Why are we so anxious, Stu Crossan writes.
Come all you weary and you anxious, and find rest for your souls in Jesus
Come all you weary and you anxious, and find rest for your souls in Jesus
OpinionFebruary 27

Catching glimpses of the meaning of suffering

Stu Crosson writes on God, pain, and suffering.
OpinionFebruary 20

Considerations on two sermons which each called for justice and mercy

Politicians don't always like sermons, Lynne Taylor writes. 
Considerations on two sermons which each called for justice and mercy
Considerations on two sermons which each called for justice and mercy
OpinionJanuary 30

Life and the eternal search for the right context and the correct door

Having a concept of eternity aids in the context of personal relationships Richard Dawson writes.
Life and the eternal search for the right context and the correct door
Life and the eternal search for the right context and the correct door
OpinionJanuary 2

Changing times can lead to a change of mind concerning Jesus Christ

Embracing change opens up new pathways of opportunities for your future, Gabriel Chan writes.
Changing times can lead to a change of mind concerning Jesus Christ
Changing times can lead to a change of mind concerning Jesus Christ
OpinionDecember 5

Truly seeing each other is the path to helping our communities thrive

An ancient teaching is as radical today as it was then, Ed Masters writes.
Truly seeing each other is the path to helping our communities thrive
Truly seeing each other is the path to helping our communities thrive
OpinionNovember 14

The Treaty of Waitangi should be considered as a covenant relationship

A hikoi opposing the Treaty Principles Bill is making its way to Wellington.
The Treaty of Waitangi should be considered as a covenant relationship
The Treaty of Waitangi should be considered as a covenant relationship
OpinionNovember 7

The risks that we take in order to achieve lasting and real true love

Love reflects the very character of God, Stu Crosson writes.
The risks that we take in order to achieve lasting and real true love
The risks that we take in order to achieve lasting and real true love
OpinionOctober 17

Humility could be the antidote to increasing social polarisation

Andrew Shepherd contemplates demonisation and justification.
Humility could be the antidote to increasing social polarisation
Humility could be the antidote to increasing social polarisation
OpinionOctober 10

God of small miracles —of love

The God I know and love is the God of small miracles.
God of small miracles —of love
God of small miracles —of love
OpinionSeptember 19

Answering a blunt question: does religion do any good for one’s health?

It is widely acknowledged healthy spirituality is good for mental health. Can the same be said for religion, Graham Redding asks. 
Answering a blunt question: does religion do any good for one’s health?
Answering a blunt question: does religion do any good for one’s health?
OpinionSeptember 5

Yes, we have often failed, but Jesus still remains the only real answer

Christianity has let itself down but as a society we still need Jesus, Peter Cheyne writes.
Yes, we have often failed, but Jesus still remains the only real answer
Yes, we have often failed, but Jesus still remains the only real answer
OpinionAugust 15

The daily blessing of being able to make a joyful noise to the Lord

Reading a psalm is an instructional way to begin each day, Christopher Holmes writes.
The daily blessing of being able to make a joyful noise to the Lord
The daily blessing of being able to make a joyful noise to the Lord
OpinionAugust 8

Science, rationality, spirituality

The skies proclaim the work of the Creator, Ben Hudson writes.
OpinionJuly 18

Wise as serpents, innocent as doves

Snakes have much to teach us, Paul Trebilco writes.
OpinionJuly 4

Forgiveness key to peace of mind after life of unrealistic expectations

Forgiveness lies in giving up the idea of living a better past, Jenny Beck writes.
Forgiveness key to peace of mind after life of unrealistic expectations
Forgiveness key to peace of mind after life of unrealistic expectations