Christian belief, What is Church and why does it matter?
Glenn Hohnberg
Real Differences Catholics and Protestants ...

I’m so glad Australian society has moved past that awful time when society was deeply divided over whether someone was a Prottie (or Proddie) or a Catholic. It was awful, divisive, caused real hurt and it did not represent the love of Jesus.

However, now the pendulum has swung the other way. Many Catholics and Protestants would say there are very few differences or, even, no differences between them. ‘We are all Christians together.’ ‘We all believe the same thing.’

This is a lovely sentiment. But is it true? Are there really no differences of significance?

I think there are many important differences between Protestants and Catholics and we ought to have long conversations with each other about these differences for each other’s sake for heaven and hell are at stake. And truth matters.

The aim of this article is to explore 3 significant differences between Catholics and Protestants (or evangelicals) so we might have those important conversations. Not fuelled by divisive hatred, but fuelled by love and a search for the truth.

Real Differences Catholics and Protestants ought to talk about
Christian belief, Following Jesus - growing as a disciple
Glenn Hohnberg
Words to live by: 2 Timothy Creed

Our church, Risen Church, is starting a new series on God’s word, the book of 2 Timothy. So, I’ve created a new Creed for our church!

Even to me that sounds dangerous: a new creed. I can see the heading now, ‘Local church in Brisbane falls into tragic heresy through new creed.’ However, the words to this Creed come straight from 2 Timothy.

Words to live by: 2 Timothy Creed
Society
Glenn Hohnberg
Can we find peace at Christmas?

We long for peace. It seems out of reach. But it is possible.

Photo by Alexander Grey on Unsplash

Can we find peace at Christmas?
Society, Following Jesus - growing as a disciple
Glenn Hohnberg
Go on, Christian Zoomers, hold hands.

How should Christians date? They should seek an emotional connection. And yes, believe it or not, they could even hold hands. That’s right, I dare you, Christian zoomer, hold hands.

Here’s a short guide to Christian Zoomer dating.

Photo by Dương Hữu on Unsplash

Go on, Christian Zoomers, hold hands.
Society
Glenn Hohnberg
Gospel Truth in a Glittering World

K-Pop Demon Hunters is absolutely over the top, in the best possible way. The film is funny, delightfully quirky, and bursting with playful animation. The soundtrack is ridiculously catchy and the characters turn out to be more layered than you might expect. But given the themes of witchcraft, demons and idols should Christian parents let their children watch this movie? Many Christian commentators say No. But our guest review Elise Harden shows that great Christian truths shine through in this animated film.

Gospel Truth in a Glittering World

What is Church and why does it matter?

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Real Differences Catholics and Protestants ought to talk about

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Real Differences Catholics and Protestants ought to talk about

I’m so glad Australian society has moved past that awful time when society was deeply divided over whether someone was a Prottie (or Proddie) or a Catholic. It was awful, divisive, caused real hurt and it did not represent the love of Jesus.

However, now the pendulum has swung the other way. Many Catholics and Protestants would say there are very few differences or, even, no differences between them. ‘We are all Christians together.’ ‘We all believe the same thing.’

This is a lovely sentiment. But is it true? Are there really no differences of significance?

I think there are many important differences between Protestants and Catholics and we ought to have long conversations with each other about these differences for each other’s sake for heaven and hell are at stake. And truth matters.

The aim of this article is to explore 3 significant differences between Catholics and Protestants (or evangelicals) so we might have those important conversations. Not fuelled by divisive hatred, but fuelled by love and a search for the truth.

What is happening to the Anglicans in Australia?

What is happening to the Anglicans in Australia?

Perhaps you’ve heard of the recent kerfuffle in the Anglican Church. This post explores what Jeremy Greaves thinks. He will be the Archbishop of the Province of Queensland starting in December 2023.

Photo by David Bumgardner on Unsplash. Edited

Dominion: the Making of the Western Mind by Tom Holland

Tom Holland's thesis, in his book Dominion, is potentially controversial but difficult to ignore: while the West has definitely moved into a post-Christian era, most of the core basic beliefs that we all hold true are lifted directly from the Christian faith.

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Brooklyn 99 and the local church

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Brooklyn 99 and the local church

What is it about Brooklyn 99? I’ve got so many friends who love the show. It could be the comedy, which is awesome, but I think it is more than the comedy. There is something deeper on going that speaks to our hearts during the laughs.

Is every church teaching God's word, the Bible?

Is every church teaching God's word, the Bible?

Every church, except the really kooky ones, say that they teach God’s word, the Bible? But are they really? Here’s six questions to help you evaluate the teaching at your church.

Photo: Unsplash. Samantha Sophia

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Dear Marty Sampson - the Bible talks about all those issues

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Dear Marty Sampson - the Bible talks about all those issues

Dear Marty, all those issues that you raised that make you disbelieve and that no one talks about, the Bible talks about them. A lot! I’m so sorry. Your church should have been talking about them because the Bible talks about them.

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I like junk food until I don't

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I like junk food until I don't

Looking for a church? What is the teaching like - is it junk food or real food?

Photo by Peter Wendt Unsplash.com.