Signs of the Times

June 2007 Issue | Vol 122 No 6

Articles in This Issue:

Memory Loss

It seems as though my memory is failing.

Online Gossip: more than sticks and stones

How can you know that what you find online can be trusted? Mark Kellner shares some advice.

Claudication

Severe cramps in the calves in adults is often claudation

Our Times: June 2007

Signs of the Times has recognised, valued and carefully approached the differing family structures, values and needs in our community for more than 120 years.

God's Guiding Hand

At the worst of times, God often seems the closest. Glenis Lindley tells the story of one such day.

Of Parents and Children

Our relationship with our parents is the foundation for all our other relationships. Loron Wade considers what it means to "honour your father and your mother."

10 Ways to Walk Smart

Walking is the most popular form of exercise. Weight-loss coach Andrew Cate looks at how to get the most from every step.

Belonging to a Family

Nihilism is the ultimate in despair, in which there is no hope, no future, no meaning, no values, no purpose, no God.

Bridging Chasms

Bridges are meant to bring people together. Harold Harker explains how this bridge, the Bothwell bridge, was involved in both the formation and dismantling of peace.

Cyrus the Great

Used by God, unknowingly. Praised by God's people, unashamedly. David Edgren explores one of history's most intriguing conquerors.

Generosity in Spirit

It is more blessed to give than to receive. Victor Parachin shares a few of the gifts that bless everyone involved.

History Is What We Make It

Robert Wolfgramm reflects on the bicentennary of the abolition of slavery, which was marked by memorial services earlier this year.

Tim Winton Telling Tales

He is one of Australia's foremost writers. But Nathan Brown reflects on Winton's own remarkable story.

The Sugar-driven Life

Sweets make life- well- sweeter. But Kim Peckham suggests a healthier way to improve life.

Hot Winter Breakfasts

Getting up on a cold winter

DEFCON 2

Is it possible that someone could give their life to save us all and yet be largely unknown? James Cullen tells one such story.

Family Revolution

Creating a healthy family is an art. Rochelle Melville reveals some values and practices of a God-centred home.

A Certain Kind of Hope

Jesus promised He would return to claim His followers. Graeme Loftus reflects on the life of those who wait in anticipation of that day.

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