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April 27, 2009

Talkback - The Hole in our Gospel

This week we spoke to the US World Vision CEO Richard Stearns about his book, The Hole In Our Gospel. He spoke about how many of us who call ourselves Christians can miss the intention of the gospel message, when...

April 26, 2009

Second Opinion - Workplace Dilemma

THE PROBLEM This week we’re talking about a work situation that “Julia” is facing… She works is in the field of social welfare, helping people in great need.And she recently intercepted a message that was meant only for a colleague… ...

April 24, 2009

A Charter of Rights for Australia? No, say Religious and Political Voices

In December of last year, Federal Attorney-General Robert McClelland launched the National Human Rights Consultation to seek community views on human rights in Australia. One proposal of that Consultation, promoted strongly in some quarters, is a Charter of Humans Rights....

April 20, 2009

Talkback - Asylum Seekers

As long as there’s oppression going on somewhere in the world, people will keep arriving on Australian shores, seeking a place of refuge….  The issue’s back in the spotlight after the explosion this week on a boat near Ashmore Reef...

Second Opinion - Child Support Dilemma

THIS WEEK'S SCENARIO “Dave” is a dad who went through a rough divorce with his ex-wife, and is paying off a large settlement cost to support her and their children - plus full child support. He’s also paying off a...

Book Review - "Toy Monster" by Jerry Oppenheimer

It’s just a toy... or is it? A review of Jerry Oppenheimer's book Toy Monster. Review by Kara Martin. I never allowed my daughter to own a Barbie, or a Bratz. I didn’t allow my children to play with guns....

April 13, 2009

Talkback - The Resurrection

This week we heard from Greg Clarke about the Centre for Public Christianity research into Aussies' beliefs about Jesus. (Read more at www.lifeofjesus.tv) And we also heard former lawyer, Ross Clifford, speaking in defence of the resurrection. Where do your...

TV Review: Lawrence Leung’s Choose Your Own Adventure

Review by Mark Hadley of Anglican Media ABC, Wednesdays, 9.30 pmRATING:   M Lawrence Leung is on a quest to discover significance in a life that seems to be slipping away all too quickly. But though he looks earnest enough, every...

April 6, 2009

Talkback - Facebook and Your Employer

Facebook made headlines this week:  The Department of Corrective Services in NSW threatened to sack prison officers, after they made comments on a Facebook group about the government’s plans for the prison sector. Union officials said the threat is unfair...

Second Opinion - Compensation for Past Abuse

Tina’s facing a really difficult dilemma. As a child, Tina was a ward of the state - raised by foster parents. Sadly, while growing up, she was abused by friends of the family. While her foster mum did her best...

April 5, 2009

Talkback - Spiritual Disciplines

We spoke tonight with author Richard Foster, famous for his book Celebration of Discipline… He spoke to us about not only spiritual disciplines, but also how we can be transformed by God’s word. It’s the topic of his latest book,...