Signs of the Times

March 2007

Petria Thomas: Beating the Blues

The shadow of depression had hung over Australia’s premier female swimmer, unrecognised by all but those closest to her.

Growing Great Children

Between the two of them, Ian and Mary Grant seem to have an answer to every parenting problem anyone has ever come up against.

The Gospel of Mark reveals the great value women had in the life of Jesus. Mark was not
merely transcribing details onto paper but was telling a manyfaceted tale with multiple plot lines that all culminated at the Cross.

Treasures in Jars of Clay

Unfortunately, many of the things people think will bring them happiness only offer a temporary or partial release from the pain, hurt and grief that often fills their aching hearts. Is there really any hope amid the chaotic frenzy of our lives?

John Wycliffe: The Reformation’s Morning Star

For 2000 years, Christians have been doing what Jesus said, badly or well. We can look back on their experience, and even learn from it.

Healing Love

I have to be careful how I present this thought, for I don’t want to make God look inadequate to heal any part of us, be it physical, mental or emotional. Let me say it this way: While instant healing is at the tip of His sovereign fingers, it doesn’t always translate into the human realm.