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When Life Comes To An End...

 
Posted by Elaine April 16, 2021 at 12:00 AM AEST

Have you ever wondered what happens to us after we take our last breath? Do we have a soul that remain alive after we die? Do we come back, reincarnate, until perfection we reach? Is there nothing after death as we return to the dust? Blog Image… » Read More & Show Comments

We Don't Know About Tomorrow...

 
Posted by Elaine January 27, 2020 at 12:00 AM AEDT

This news of the shock death of Kobe Bryant with his daughter and others in a plane crash has rocked the sporting world. Life is short, life is fragile and we don't know how many birthdays we will have. Are all our dreams, plans, training and passion to succeed enough? Blog Image Image: Instagram … » Read More & Show Comments

The Ladder of Virtue

 
Posted by Elaine September 28, 2019 at 12:00 AM AEST

After experiencing a pretty horrible few days, I read this: Blog Image and these words from James encouraged me to remain strong...… » Read More & Show Comments

When The Going Gets Tough...

 
Posted by Elaine August 27, 2019 at 12:00 AM AEST

When trouble comes we either stand and fight or fall to our knees. Please enjoy my story about this hungry feathered friend... Blog Image… » Read More & Show Comments

Weathered and worn

 
Posted by Elaine June 08, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEST

As I stand here overlooking one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines I’m personally blessed by the beauty these scarred creations have become! Blog Image… » Read More & Show Comments

Easter Sunday... The Beginning!

 
Posted by Elaine April 01, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Jesus said "I've come that you might have life!" Then He proved how serious His love for us was by allowing Himself to be nailed to a cross amidst unfounded accusations and jeers from onlookers that didn't know Him, then He hung there until He died. But that wasn't the end of Jesus... listen as David Phelps continues the story of Jesus... … » Read More & Show Comments

Fit For Eternity

 
Posted by Elaine March 01, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEDT

The key to becoming the perfect shape I was told was to keep going, to keep working hard, but I was soon disappointed when my level of fitness wasn't lasting... Blog Image… » Read More & Show Comments

And The Greatest Of These Is?

 
Posted by Elaine February 14, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Imagine someone saying these words to you... wouldn't that be wonderful? Blog Image but what if these words never reached your ears? … » Read More & Show Comments

Will A Lazy Christian Get To Heaven?

 
Posted by Elaine February 10, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Like nothing else in creation we have the ability to choose what we want to do, what we think, where we go, what to believe, limited only by our knowledge and imagination. We are blessed with freedom of choice but we live with the consequence of those choices. … » Read More & Show Comments

Begin...

 
Posted by Elaine January 10, 2018 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Blog Image So it's our choice. When the morning alarm goes off, we can ask " Why am I even getting up this morning?" We can sleep in and dream or we can rise up and activate those dreams! … » Read More & Show Comments

The Story of the Pearl

 
Posted by Elaine December 13, 2017 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Blog Image I've never been particularly interest in owning a pearl, I'm more interested in something that sparkles. But my interest changed as I learned the process of pearl cultivation and saw these balls of beauty in a new light, unexpectedly turning my thoughts towards heaven. … » Read More & Show Comments

About Love, Purity & Becoming A Servant!

 
Posted by Elaine August 15, 2017 at 12:00 AM AEST

How beautiful our world would be if we all honoured each other... God's plan for peace on earth! Blog Image Jesus said, “If I don’t wash you, you can’t be part of what I’m doing.”… » Read More & Show Comments

When No-one Around You Is Kind...

 
Posted by Elaine August 18, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image No matter how dark the moment, love and hope are always possible - George Chakiris … » Read More & Show Comments

Find Your Purpose!

 
Posted by Elaine June 23, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image Do you wake up every morning wishing you didn't with no clue to why you are here? Do you easily do some things other people can't do? Finding your purpose is easier than you think! … » Read More & Show Comments

Is There Life Beyond The Grave?

 
Posted by Elaine June 17, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEST

Medical advances and healthy practises prolong life but eventually death comes to us all. Though we try we are powerless to change this, so what happens next? Blog Image … » Read More & Show Comments

He's Coming Ready Or Not - Is He Coming For You?

 
Posted by Elaine May 09, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image Jesus promises to one day come back to earth to claim those who have accepted Him and take them to be with Him in His Kingdom. Will your name is on the invitation list?… » Read More & Show Comments

We've Got The Power!

 
Posted by Elaine April 24, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEST

Wow the power of one man, Mr. Miller. Imagine what the world would be... Slum boy staring at camera… » Read More & Show Comments

Once A Christian Always A Christian?

 
Posted by Elaine April 02, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEDT

This is a lie the devil uses to make people comfortable in their sin. Marcus Rogers Blog Image If you disagree, read on...… » Read More & Show Comments

Which Path Have You Taken?

 
Posted by Elaine March 02, 2016 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Its a good idea to be conscientious about how we live. Conscientious people are thorough, careful, or vigilant, efficient and organised as opposed to easy-going and disorderly. Why is this so important? Blog Image … » Read More & Show Comments

Wisdom for Life

 
Posted by Elaine November 04, 2015 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Instruct my mind, heart, and soul in all of Your ways, Lord. Teach me the things that are truly important and enable me to spread what I learn to others. Amen. Blog Image… » Read More & Show Comments

Keys to an abundant life

 
Posted by Elaine August 10, 2015 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image The Bible has much to say about how to survive the hard times in life. Here are some examples of what God says we should do when trouble comes: … » Read More & Show Comments

Mirror Reflections

 
Posted by Elaine July 19, 2015 at 12:00 AM AEST

As I sat at the waters edge after editing this morning's sunrise images, the sun's light sparkled like diamonds across the top of each tiny ripple on the water catching my eye. Blog Image Then I got to wondering ...… » Read More & Show Comments

Defining Beauty

 
Posted by Elaine June 10, 2015 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image How would you handle it if you were labelled the world's most ugly woman? That's been Lizzie Velasquez's story, but watch now as she shares a little of her story and how she handles the bullies that taunt her... … » Read More & Show Comments

I refuse

 
Posted by Elaine September 23, 2014 at 12:00 AM AEST

Blog Image We can spend life pleasing ourselves or we can step up and do what we were meant to do - bloom where we're planted ...… » Read More & Show Comments

The secret of inspiration

 
Posted by Elaine May 25, 2014 at 12:00 AM AEST

What is inspiration? How can our lives have a lasting impact? Blog Image I love the enthusiasm of Charlie Harary in this video explaining the process of inspiration - watch now and enjoy...… » Read More & Show Comments

What will fill this emptiness inside?

 
Posted by Elaine February 19, 2014 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Elvis, the ultimate superstar, was found with an overdose of prescription medications he used to help him cope with life. Substance abuse doesn't take away the pain of an unfulfilled life... so why do so many who have everything in life still feel empty? Blog Image … » Read More & Show Comments

Don't be dust conscious

 
Posted by Elaine November 09, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Imagine being bowed over for 18 years. All you would see is the dust on the ground. That was the predicament of the woman in Luke 13! … » Read More & Show Comments

Only What's Done For Jesus Will Last

 
Posted by Elaine October 01, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEST

As a Christian I will one day stand before my Saviour. When I stand in the Saviour’s presence, all the wood, hay, and stubble in my life will disappear. Good things done with wrong motives will vanish along with secret sins and bad attitudes. Only what has been done and said in Jesus’ name remains....… » Read More & Show Comments

Commitment that brings success

 
Posted by Elaine March 27, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

How can we live a happy and successful life? Blog Image The Bible God guarantees we will be happy if we don't do the wrong thing or hang around with those who do - Read what He promises here ... If we continually do the right thing, He promises: We will be like a tree planted by a river, being fruitful and productive; 'and we will do well in all we undertake'.... … » Read More & Show Comments

The Marriage Box

 
Posted by Elaine March 08, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

The romantic love stories in some movies depict marriage offering all that we seek, love, understanding, a companion for life but if it's all champagne and roses why do so many give up on marriage? What's involved in making marriage work - what should we expect from marriage?… » Read More & Show Comments

What is your life worth?

 
Posted by Elaine March 07, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Do you use Facebook? I love how this social medium has connected me with people I haven't seen for years but also the connections I've made with like minded people in many countries overseas. But some comments just make me want to disconnect.… » Read More & Show Comments

The Believer's Purpose

 
Posted by Elaine January 28, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

If you have accepted Christ as your Lord, God has a purpose for your life. If that weren't true, He'd have taken you home to heaven at the moment of salvation. Do you ever wonder why He left you here?… » Read More & Show Comments

Life without limits

 
Posted by Elaine January 19, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

You won't be able to watch this video without crying. Nick Vujicic was born without arms and leg... and he Goes on Oprah to Share the Gospel! … » Read More & Show Comments

Feasting on the Word

 
Posted by Elaine January 10, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

Does the Bible make any sense? Have you tried to read the Bible? Did you understand what you read? Do you wonder why others get so much from reading the Bible and you just get bored. Here is a great explanation on how the get the best out of what God is saying...… » Read More & Show Comments

Live Intentionally

 
Posted by Elaine January 03, 2013 at 12:00 AM AEDT

How are you doing at setting goals for your life? Have you thought beyond the immediate and set some long-term objectives? If you keep doing what you're doing, you'll keep getting what you're getting. Maybe it's time to get out of your rut and find a new path. … » Read More & Show Comments