David Tombs Howard Paterson Chair of Theology and Public Issues, University of Otago When Jesus is shown on the cross, he is almost always depicted wearing a loincloth around his waist. We now know, however, this has more to do with artistic convention than historical accuracy. Featuring a loincloth goes
Proverbs 31 30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Proverbs 30 33 As the beating of cream yields butter and striking the nose causes bleeding, so stirring up anger causes quarrels. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Proverbs 29 6 Evil people are trapped by sin, but the righteous escape, shouting for joy. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
To we moderns, the people who built the great cathedrals of Europe are incomprehensible. After all, these were constructions which took centuries to build. Why, wonder generations brought up on a lifetime of instant gratification, would anyone work on a building which they, or even their grandchildren, never see finished?
Proverbs 28 15 A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor as a roaring lion or an attacking bear. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Despite Anthony Albanese’s unconvincing pledge not to allow anti-Semitism to “find so much as a foothold” in Australia, it’s horrifyingly obvious that it has not just a foothold, but a stranglehold. Jewish households and businesses are fleeing certain Melbourne suburbs. Mobs chant anti-Semitic, genocidal slogans, with politicians marching
It’s one and the same for fringe minorities seeking public affirmation through exploiting great chasms of tolerance embedded in our Christian-based law but the answer is not to adopt law changes instilling intolerance, but to nip the opportunists in the bud. Trannies did it in public libraries up and
Proverbs 27 9 The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Greg Barton Chair in Global Islamic Politics, Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation; Scholar -In-Residence Asia Society Australia, Deakin University It appears almost certain the brutal assault on a Russian crowd settling down to watch a rock concert in Moscow on Friday night was an Islamist terrorist attack. At
Proverbs 26 2 Like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse will not land on its intended victim. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Proverbs 25 11 Timely advice is lovely, like golden apples in a silver basket If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
Ming sojournal.co.nz “And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked…” EPHESIANS 2:1-2A Introduction Recently, Australian news sources have been abuzz with plans for a bill outlawing conversion therapy to be passed in New South Wales. Though I do not think that
Proverbs 24 14 In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will not be cut short. If you enjoyed this BFD Daily Proverb please consider sharing it with your friends.
