Asked how Christian self control differs from stoicism – the dour “grin and bear it” philosophy – David Höhne the Academic Dean at Moore College gave a great answer: “There are nine fruits of the spirit, and self-control is the… Continue Reading
A very practical application for prayer in a time of crisis was recounted by Amy Brown, who lost her job as a result of the attempt by National Party leader John Barilaro get a top job as trade commissioner for… Continue Reading
Why would anyone be a professional fundraiser? Asked that question David Martin who has worked for four charities – including large Christian ones – has a good answer. “It’s one of those things where if you’re someone that doesn’t have… Continue Reading
Mark Layson has been a chaplain for ten years. The Other Cheek asked him what he had learned in a decade. After ten years, what have you discovered about being a chaplain that you did not expect? I did not… Continue Reading
An extract from “Busy: Tackling the problem of an overloaded Christian life” by Ian Carmichael, who has been busy running Matthias Media – and I think they published the book, not just because he’s the former CEO – but because… Continue Reading
Before You Lose Your Faith from The Gospel Coalition tackles a burning issue – the “deconstruction” of faith. Deconstruction is the pulling apart and examination of an object, an idea, or faith. And sometimes, as editor Ivan Mesa points out,… Continue Reading