In Australian churches, there is a well known story of the European explorer "Fernandez de Queiroz" who travelled to the Southern Region of the Pacific and declared it, "The Great South Land of the Holy Spirit." Some argue that "de Queiroz" never stood on Australian soil, but an island off it's coast, saying that he was … Continue reading Australia- The Great South Land of the Holy Spirit
God Stories #3… The power of prayer.
Ever feel like praying doesn't make a difference to your world?! Ever feel like God is running out of time to answer you, or you are running out of time to hear from Him?! Sometimes I feel exactly like that... but just when I think my prayers aren't having an effect, God answers my prayers … Continue reading God Stories #3… The power of prayer.
Here’s to The Girls.
My Mum just had a birthday, my wife just gave birth, my daughter just arrived. So i wrote some poems... Here’s to The Girls. Here’s to the girls in my life My Mum, my daughter, my wife. Mum Here’s to a lady, that I love A woman with strength, on a mission from above Mum … Continue reading Here’s to The Girls.
The View from Down Under: An Australian’s View of the American Church
The View from Down Under: An Australian’s View of the American Church 9/23/15 in Missiology Conversations By Andrew Scarborough, MAGL Student Heart surgery is an interesting thing: painful, invasive, and yet crucial when a heart is not functioning properly. I’ve never heard of someone screaming at her surgeon after successful heart surgery. Yet if she … Continue reading The View from Down Under: An Australian’s View of the American Church
Why Jesus really is the Answer for the Syrian Refugee Crisis.
Like many you, if you've read or seen the news of the drowning of Aylan Kurdi, a three year old Syrian refugee, I am heartbroken. The image of this drowned child, lying facedown on the shores of Europe haunts me as I try to sleep tonight. Many of us knew this crisis was happening, but … Continue reading Why Jesus really is the Answer for the Syrian Refugee Crisis.
God Stories; No. 2: Jog + Prayer + Hairy American = $55
Installment Number Two of God's Stories is long overdue...but after what just happened to me, I couldn't help but get back on the blogging horse and bring you this amazing story!I just saved $55 at the mechanic!That might not seem like a big deal to you...But for us at the moment, $55 actually is a … Continue reading God Stories; No. 2: Jog + Prayer + Hairy American = $55
Apprecite your Momma!
This Mothers Day, I’m choosing to celebrate by appreciating one of the greatest heroes in my life, my Mum. She’s not just a hero in my life, but in thousands of other lives that my Mum has inspired across the globe. Here are a few things I appreciate about her. I appreciate that she always … Continue reading Apprecite your Momma!
God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Introduction to the Series. I've recently been encouraged, that when I feel discouraged, I should remember. Remember what, you might say? Remember God's faithfulness throughout my life. Remember the times He stepped in and saved the day. Remember that I am not alone. I have never been alone. And so... let me introduce you to … Continue reading God Stories; No. 1: Riches from a Beggar.
Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.
At a recent youth camp, that I was speaking on, I delivered a couple of "prophetic words." That is, messages I felt were from God. One of the youth in attendance asked me, "How do you know you are hearing from God?" It's a good question isn't it? She wasn't the first person to ask … Continue reading Prophecy at 35,000 feet: A birds eye view on “words of knowledge”.