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Where we complementarians can get it wrong with preaching

January 25, 2026January 25, 2026 by Mal York

The problem Over my past 26 years of ministry, I have become increasingly aware of a problem in the way complementarians teach about who should be allowed to preach. Let me be clear—I am a complementarian, and I believe that a faithful application…

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Christian Living Doctrine

You only live twice

December 20, 2025December 20, 2025 by Annabel Nixey

This is part 3 in Annabel’s series on time. You can read part 1 here and part 2 here. Getting the time wrong can make a big difference in life. I still remember one morning as a kid getting out of bed, getting dressed in my school uniform,…

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Christian Living Doctrine

When time feels broken

December 20, 2025December 20, 2025 by Annabel Nixey

This is part 2 in Annabel’s series on time. You can read part 1 here and part 3 here. Bad timing drives me nuts. The bus pulls away just before you reach it. The priceless opportunity disappears just before you can grab it. Just when that person…

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ACR Journal Ministry

Why 20 percent better is not good enough

December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 by Phil Colgan

Over recent years a lot of ink has been spilt considering the implications for Christians of the seismic changes in Australian society over the past 50 years. The reality is that we have seen a massive shift as our culture has moved further and…

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The Vault

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November 25, 2025November 25, 2025 by ACR Team

Enter our Christmas giveaway to win a $50 gift card for Matthias Media. To enter the competition, subscribe to our monthly mailing list using the form below. Already subscribed? You can still enter by liking our Facebook page and sharing the…

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Christian Living Youth & Kids

The freedom to say no this Christmas

November 20, 2025November 22, 2025 by Leah

I love Christmas. The decorations, the carols, the smell of cinnamon I force upon my household for 30 days straight. It really is my favourite time of year. But for a lot of parents, the mention of Christmas seems to bring heart…

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Ministry

Renewal at St Alban’s Leura

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025 by Kirsten McKinlay

The ACR spoke to James Delanty, rector of St Alban’s Leura, about how God has brought renewal and joy to this historic Blue Mountains parish—and how a vision centred on being “overflowing with joy in Jesus” is shaping both church life and community…

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