A critic of religion, Marion Maddox attacks Hillsong—and a Catholic responds

One of Australia’s most published critics of Christianity, Professor Marion Maddox, an Australian Research Council Future Fellow at Macquarie University, has launched a broadside on Hillsong. In ‘Prosper, consume and be saved’, an essay in a new journal Critical Research on Religion, Maddox alleges that Hillsong has gone beyond the prosperity gospel and invented theologies … More A critic of religion, Marion Maddox attacks Hillsong—and a Catholic responds

Finally, a positive press article on Hillsong…

From the Courier Mail in Brisbane, an article which finally identifies the incredible reach of Hillsong. Hillsong’s message and music has a resonance worldwide that eclipses that of the church’s Aussie birthplace BRIAN Houston had just paid the bill and was about to head into a cool autumn night when two men approached him and … More Finally, a positive press article on Hillsong…

A light refreshment…

And now for something more edifying… I think this is now a golden oldie! I can’t say I’m personally that big on Hillsong worship. There are some extraordinarily wonderful songs and melodies alongside some that are instantly forgettable. But at least you know they are worshipping God and it is heart-felt, from Geoff Bullock and … More A light refreshment…

Spontaneous worship!

Something good is happening on our earth. Jesus is being glorified and the Father worshiped. Let the youth of the planet sing His praises! Let the generations of men and women sing glory to His name! There is revival in the air! Posted by Steve

8 Reasons VS 1 Obvious Reason Why Churches Don’t Grow

Brian Houston retweeted on April 2010: perrynoble 8 Reasons Why Some Churches Do Not Grow! http://bit.ly/9nUuJg Wednesday, 21 July 2010 11:25:24 PM via TweetDeck Retweeted by BrianCHouston and 100+ others From: http://www.perrynoble.com/2010/07/21/8-reasons-some-churches-do-not-grow/ 8 Reasons Some Churches Do Not Grow July 21, 2010 #1 – The Vision Is Not Clear – If people don’t know where … More 8 Reasons VS 1 Obvious Reason Why Churches Don’t Grow

The ‘Jesus Makes Me Look Good, Feel Good’ Generation

A very well written article in the Weekend Australian reports: http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/features/jc-and-the-cool-gang/story-e6frg8h6-1226015838817 JC and the cool gang Christine Jackman, From: The Australian, March 05, 2011 12:00AM Christians Erica and Jim Bartle with the JC Epidemic motocross and BMX crew. “Extreme sports are an excellent way of capturing kids’ attention,” Jim says. NOT so long ago, Erica … More The ‘Jesus Makes Me Look Good, Feel Good’ Generation

How Greed Determines What Christians Watch

This article is quite old. Still it is informative now. From: http://jmm.aaa.net.au/articles/20588.htm Preaching For Profit By Alan Matheson – posted Wednesday, 5 December 2007 The scramble for cash and possessions has finally caught up with some of America’s leading televangelists. Six of the best – Paula White, Joyce Meyer, Creflo Dollar, Eddie Long, Kenneth Copeland … More How Greed Determines What Christians Watch