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          The Lutheran Church is the largest Protestant church in the world, with over 70 million members. This website tells the story of Australian and New Zealand Lutherans, following Jesus Christ – where love comes to life. Whoever you are, whatever your story, you’re welcome here with us.

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Archives for October 2023

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Oct2023

Because we bear your name October–November 2023

‘Let your holy angel be with me so that the evil one may have no power over me.’ I say those words every day with my wife, Heidi, as we begin our day praying together the ‘Morning Prayer’ written by Dr Martin Luther.

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05
Oct2023

In from the wild

by Rachel Koopmans

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The warble of native birds, the rustling of nature, the sigh of a light breeze… these are the sounds that brush my ears when at last I make contact with Margaret Curnow.

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05
Oct2023

Dwelling in God’s word: angels and demons

by Wilfred John Samuel

Many Christians in the postmodern context find it difficult to believe in the existence of angels and demons or evil spirits. But in most Asian countries there seems to be a preoccupation with the supernatural realm.

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05
Oct2023

Must be God

by Pastor Matt Bishop

They all ate and were satisfied (Mark 6:42).

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04
Oct2023

The 2024 Lutheran Media Calendar has arrived

by Tania Nelson

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Once again, Lutheran Media has produced a beautiful wall calendar available for everyone.

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04
Oct2023

Three gifts for satisfied living

by Pastor Matt Bishop

They all ate and were satisfied (Mark 6:42).

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