Arts and Culture
Arts and culture enrich our lives by reflecting the beauty and creativity of God's creation. As Christians, we recognize that our creative abilities are gifts from God, designed to glorify Him and inspire others (Exodus 35:31-32). Through music, literature, visual arts, and cultural traditions, we can express our faith, share the gospel, and celebrate the diversity of God's creation. This section explores the intersection of faith and creativity, offering insights into how we can use our artistic talents to honor God and enrich our spiritual and cultural lives.
He is one of Australia's foremost writers. But Nathan Brown reflects on Winton's own remarkable story.
A study conducted by the British Cheese Board claims that eating cheese before you go to bed will help you have a good night's sleep.
What do they tell us ... about us?
Recently Petra was nominated as one of the Seven Wonders of the present world. Petra is a remarkable place and certainly merits the recognition it has been given.there was a “Great Rift Valley” extending from south eastern turkey through the Jordan Valle
Archeological Diggings magazine is currently being re-developed after becoming an official Adventist Media Network ministry. Archaeology has long been part of the Adventist public evangelism in the South Pacific Region and the magazine will work
One of the planet's most unique landscapes is also the home of much early church history, as Harold Harker explains.
Raised in the hip hop culture of Long Beach (California, US) and educated at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Micah Bournes presents a unique brand of creative truth telling combining spoken word performance poetry, rhythmic roots and theological trainin
In his first cinematic documentary excursion, God on My Side, Andrew Denton tackles a big topic
The Kiwi author for kids, Joy Cowley, brings happiness everywhere
There are footy fever lessons to be learned from World Cup fans
The surf scene is no longer the domain of the bronzed Aussie bloke. These days, it's Aussie girls who are in the winner's circle, as Glenis Lindley reveals.
The key that unlocked the Cuneiform
Adele Nash considers the hairier side of life.
In the Cario Museum, right next to King Tut, lies equally wel-adorned but far less well-known royalty
Scientists have discovered a musician who can taste sounds.
Petra's ancient tranquility faces modern challenges as proposals arise to restore the old Roman road, igniting a debate among archaeologists about preserving authenticity versus accessibility.
John Lauder travelled to a small German village to witness what could possibly be the world's longest running play.
Life is always interesting for this author and broadcaster
Every word has an origin. Harold Harker takes us to the place "protestant" became a way to describe a large part of Christianity.
Every family has its own traditions that make Christmas authentic. Harold Harker explores his past and the future.
Nick Mattiske reviews Marilynne Robinson's books Gilead and Home.
Andrew Adamson calls the shots on the retelling of the Narnia stories. He aims to let the stories speak for themselves, reports Nathan Brown.
Harold Harker explores some of the sites of Christian history in London, planned Olympic host for 2012.
Kidnapping the gods of the conquered was serious business in ancient Mesopotamia. Here's a look at how and why.
Explore the hidden wonders of Petra, a once-forgotten city now revealed as a thriving ancient metropolis. Dive into a rich past of luxurious mansions, sacred temples, and lush gardens brought to light by recent archaeological breakthroughs.
Jesus Christ has been the reason for the existence of Signs of the Times since its inception 120 years ago.
Nick Mattiske reviews Alexander McCall Smith's book: What W. H. Auden Can Do For You
For more than millennium, traders braved the hazards of mountain and desert along the Silk Road seeking the wealth of the East. And at its western end was Parthia, strategically situation to benefit.
It is a commonplace idea that nation Australia was born on the shores of Gallipoli on April 25, 1915, although many historians argue that it is misplaced.
Editors Nathan Brown and Joanna Darby launched 'Manifest: Our call to faithful creativity' at this years Manifest creative arts festival.
Jerusalem is an inexhaustible mine of archaeological wealth. Now some of the recovered treasure is revealed
Nothing makes a place more interesting than knowing it's history. Harold Harker tells some of the stories that make St Andrews a town of interest.
Every time I hear the phrase, "to spend more time with family," I suspect a ruse.
I led a group through Iran, Jordan, Greece and Turkey in August and September 2014. Our biggest surprise was Iran.
The Hittites were a lost nation whose presence was long denied. Archaeological Diggings founder and first editor David Down reveals the story of their rediscovery and recognition in history.