Signs of the Times

Fish-losophy

Derek McCutcheon shows us how lessons learned from fishmongers can give satisfaction in life.

Vigorous of Heart

How do I get that kind of boundless energy that children seem to have? Can my relationships be like that too?

Know Misunderstandings

How can you be sure your beliefs are correct? What if you misunderstand some things? Scott Wegener reflects on these questions.

Fake It Till You Make It

If we do something without really wanting to, are we being hypocritical? Jim Berglund asks—and answers—this question.

Blessed are the Pure in Heart

Jesus promises that those who hold no evil in their hearts will surely see God. Karen Holford tries to do just that.

You Are What You Think

Doug Batchelor points out that the world around us has more influence on who we are than we may think.

The Rugby Equation

According to Arlene Tayor, we all have the potential to play world-class rugby, or be experts in a field.

Measure of Generosity

Braden Blyde ponders the common contradiction, that those who have the least often give the most.

Is the Glass Half-Full?

Trafford Fischer figures out what it takes to be happy.

Regaining Control of Your Life

We've all been told that what we think can determine how we feel. But Peter Cousins believes managing our lives goes much deeper than that.

The Inspirational Anna Meares

As she prepared for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, cyclist Anna Meares reflected on her remarkable story so far with Nathan Brown.

Ten Easy Ways to be Happy!

According to experts, happiness isn't as hard to achieve as you might think. Sheila O'Connor gives a tutorial on happiness.

The Cancer Detour

Embrace all of life and love it, says Ronda Armstrong, for even the parts we perceive as bad will contribute to its beauty.

Delta Goodrem "Believes Again"

Nathan Brown asks the award-winning Australian singer songwriter about life, music and health.

Are You Personality Positive?

Nina Atcheson looks at how to get the most out of your life.

Air Rage

Being quick to judge is rarely beneficial. Scott Wegener shares a window of learning in his experience.

Beauty Matters

Femininity creates a desire to be beautiful and to make the world a more beautiful place. Michele Howe explains.

My Life Spring Clean

How much of your "stuff" could you live without? Kristel Rae finds a microcosm of her life in her bathroom cupboard.

The Gold in the Golden Rule

"Jesus said it sums up all the Scriptures but are Christians-and other religions- living it in the world today?" asks Samir Selmanovic.

Loving like God Loves

Much has been written about the mark of the beast and the antichrist in the book of Revelation. But what is the mark of a Christian?

Out-of-Order Attachment

Why do we want what isn't ours? Loron Wade reflects on the selfish nature of humanity and suggests a solution.

Annual Australian gambling revenue is $A17 billion dollars. Yet it doesn't produce anything, increase overall wealth or manufacture any goods. It causes hardship for individuals and families. A few win at the expense of many. While wages are earned and pe

DANGER! Construction Zone

Building a dream home can turn into a nightmare. Kellie Hancock found that a sense of humour helps and shares some lessons she's learned while "in the zone."

Fears and Phobias

Where do you get your strength? Glenis Lindley discusses the thoughts that plague many of us.

The Secret Selling Us Short

A best-selling book with various celebrity endorsements is no guarantee of spiritual truth. Adele Nash considers the hype surrounding The Secret.

The Fine Art of Apology

Why are two little words so hard for us to say? Victor Parachin explores the benefits of saying, "I'm sorry."

7 Secrets of Contentment

Living simultaneously with positive and negative experiences can be stressful. Is it possible to find peace and contentment in such a world? Let's look at seven secrets "of being content in any and every situation."

Getting Control

Most of us will never kill someone else, but our hearts are not innocent of such thoughts.explores the thought life that leads to law-breaking.

Play At It

Can a wheelchair become a throne? Jennifer Schwirzer suggests life is more about what we make of it than what it makes of us.

Thanks for Everything

Being thankful is not always easy, Kim Peckham comments on the many things we take for granted and suggests we should be thankful.

A Little Thummim to Help you Make up your Mind

Making the right decisions is difficult. Kim Peckham wonders what it would be like to know God's will in all matters.

In Pursuit of Happiness

Modern science and ancient wisdom team up to make your day. Darren Morton explains.

Buckets of Trouble

A moment of gardening innovation for Scott Wegener led to an afternoon of scientific challenge-and a moment of enlightenment.

Attitude for Altitude

Some people get more then their fair share of lemons in life. Christine Miles explores the attitude of a lemonade salesman.

The Rise and Rise of Eddie McGuire

Creative thinking and plain hard work turned a TV personality into a media mogul. Derek McCutcheon reports.

Bradley Trevor Greive: Perspective of a Blue Day

Though they are humorous, Bradley Trevor Greive is not just about cute animal pictures. He spoke recently with Signs editor Nathan Brown .

No Regrets

Have you ever concluded a day by reflecting on its significance? Have you ever concluded a day by reflecting on its significance? Sally Salmond ponders a couple of days from her life. ponders a couple of days from her life.

Dr Feelgood's Prescription

Sometimes being good and feeling good go hand in hand. Sometimes they don't. Kim Peckham explains.

When Jesus Came to Lae

Is it possible that Jesus still walks among us? According to David Thiele He visited Lae recently.

Running on Empty

Roland Hegstad challenges our love for God and humanity.

Optimism: A New Way of Life

Optimism is the key to a joyful, successful and fulfilling life, recommends Bob Farrant.

Rebounding Generosity

Giving rebounds into our lives in a variety of ways, writes John Denne.

John Landy: a significant life

Landy was a champion runner, but as Nick Dunstan tells, he's better known for his good sportsmanship.

Competing With Friends

Christine Miles gives a brief history of the Commonwealth Games-and what they teach us.

The View From Above

Perspective determines how we perceive things. When it comes to the "big picture" of history, God's viewpoint is the only accurate one, as Ross Chadwick explains.

Joys of Moving

Still working on upacking those last few boxes in the spare room? Linzi Aitken can sympathise as she reflects on the pain-and the joy-of moving house.

Michael Campbell: a model of success

Success is measured in different ways, not all of them valid. But as the life of this New Zealander demonstrates and Christine Miles points out, there is a valid way to achieve it: hard work.

Religious Extremism

The headline was startling: "US evangelist wants Chavez assassinated" (theage.com.au, August 24, 2005). From statements that he later backed away from, conservative US evangelist Pat Robertson appeared to call for the assassination of Venezuelan president

Signs of the Times

Follow us

Articles