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Volume 27 No 9 September 2019 AD $4.00 (incl. GST) Editor-in-Chief Rev. M.L.C. E.D., LTh Rev. Hon Fred Nile’s Legacy

By Rev Dr (AM), As I reflect on what I should say in this Firstly we see that when Paul went into the Thirdly, God could use Fred because like State President CDP tribute, I believe God would have me address market place he was distressed (verse 16). He the Apostle Paul, he understood the concerns Principal of Morling College why he has been able to use Fred Nile. Fred was distressed by the ungodly lifestyles and of his culture. The people of Athens were Nile would be the first to worship. Fred Nile is distressed! When Fred looking for spiritual direction and meaning It is an honour to be able acknowledge that any political stood in opposition to the gay Mardi Gras, it and Paul addressed that. Fred has also been to share in this tribute to “success” he has had is because was not for lack of love for those involved, an evangelist. But also, he understood the the founder of the Christian of God’s call on his life. but he was distressed for where this lifestyle community was concerned about moral Democratic Party. Fred has A little while ago I did an would lead. When he served the Billy Graham and social issues. For example the tobacco served in the party, now known interview on Fred and why I crusade, he was distressed for those outside industry, whilst Government and major as CDP, for 38 years, being its support him. I indicated that in of Christ. As he stands against the recent political parties wouldn’t take them on, he guide and inspiration. my mind that Fred is a “market abortion legislation, again he is distressed for did! It is not an exaggeration to say we live in Fred Nile is one of the few place” minister. That means human life and human dignity. God has been a smoke free environment because Fred Nile people in the history of our his call is to serve the kingdom able to use Fred because he is distressed for understood the concerns of parents and people country who has been able of God outside the walls of our community and the choices that are being of good will about tobacco. Fred has also to form a political party that the church. Not only to serve made. stood up against the coal seam gas industry. wins Parliamentary seats and individually, but to raise up Secondly, God could use Fred because He has done all he can to meet the desires of is able to influence society an “army” to serve with him. he was prepared to “go”. Paul didn’t stay in the people of NSW to have a flourishing life in and its direction. Not only Rev. Dr Ross Clifford (AM) When one looks at Acts 17:16- the safety of the synagogue/church, he went a healthy community. that, one of his lasting contributions is that 32 we read of the Apostle Paul in the market into the Greek market place and debated in Fourthly, God could use Fred Nile because he has modelled what a minority party should place. This is one of the first occasions where the Areopagus. In today’s world, it would be he took a stand. The Apostle Paul just didn’t look like. He has never sought to disrupt the the early leaders of the church have gone similar to Paul going to Oxford Street and enter the market place to build relationships, elected Government but rather amend bills beyond the Jewish Synagogue into the pagan then going into the NSW Parliament. Fred important as that may be, he stood for the where appropriate, oppose bad and immoral world. What Paul does in these verses is a of course grew a team of people who had the things of God. He expressed his concerns legislation and ensure legislation based on model of market place ministry. A person who same heart and were prepared to go for the Christian principles is considered and debated. approaches ministry this way, God can use. sake of the Gospel. Continued on page 6 Fred Nile: A Continuing life of Achievement º–

By Hon David Clarke formerly Member Borders. Whenever I have travelled overseas in a political capacity Let there be no doubt that internationally Fred Nile’s of the Legislative Council of NSW and – be it in Europe, Asia, the United States or even the Middle East – reputation in Christian and Conservative circles is widespread Parliamentary Secretary of Justice I frequently came across civic, political and religious leaders who and impressive. knew Fred Nile by reputation and admired him for his strong stand Enthusiasm and capacity for work I have known Rev. the Hon. Fred Nile on so many issues facing society. for over 45years. In Armenia there were those who knew Over the years I have served with Fred on various I knew him before he was elected to the of him because of his parliamentary motions Parliamentary and other committees, and witnessed his NSW Legislative Council in 1981 and for in support of that country and its people, seemingly endless capacity for work. the almost 38 years where he has served particularly on the issue of genocide. I have seen his participation in countless rallies, gatherings and continues to serve. In South Korea I came across Christian and marches comprising on occasions many thousands, for As a Member of the Upper House for leaders who fondly recall his visits giving example The Holy City March and the large Pro-life protest on last 16 years (until my retirement at the evangelizing support and encouragement. Martin Place, in August. He gives his energy and enthusiasm and recent State Election) I had the pleasure In Israel I met those who appreciated Fred’s in return his audiences respond to him with equal enthusiasm. of working closely with Fred during that public support of Israel’s right to security and He will usually draw stronger applause than the other speakers. time. protection from terrorism and recount his In significant sections of the Australian community there is no The Hon. David Clarke participation in international conferences held doubt that he has great popularity. Longest serving NSW MP MLC LLB(Syd) in Israel in support of that right. He is very active amongst a broad spectrum of religious in History In Washington DC I even came across those in influential communities – Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox Christians, Fred is the longest serving Member of the NSW positions who were aware of his encouragement he gave to the Jewish groups and other religious minorities. They know he is Parliament. His decades of public service as Christian leader, United States in its war against terrorism. with them and one of them. Parliamentarian and National President of the Christian Only a few months ago you could find Fred in India He is frequently invited to visit Aboriginal communities Democratic Party is firmly etched in our Nation’s life. (Nagaland) as an invited participant in Christian Conventions and for decades has worked for improved housing, health and His sterling reputation extends well beyond ’s in that country. Continued on page 10

1968 Billy Graham Crusade packs the Billy Graham thanking Rev Fred Nile for organising the Showground, 150,000 attendees and 22,420 Pope John Paul gives Fred and Elaine a warm welcome to 1968 Billy Graham crusade Enquirers the Vatican, Rome, Italy (St Peter’s Square)

1 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD 1. REV FRED NILE’S LEGACY is through His wisdom and power, not mine. 2. “KILL BILL!” My office staff Kath and Edwin suggested our Amazingly God the Holy Spirit often speaks The Greenwich Abortion Bill has been September issue of Family World News should be to Christians and gives them guidance for my adjourned in the in the Upper House to 20th a Special “Fred Nile Legacy Issue” service for the Lord. September 2019 for the Amendments stage. I therefore invited Christian Leaders and Friends So as you see all those photographic reports This Abortion Bill will kill babies up to 22 and Family to write articles for this Family World and articles give all the glory to God for what I weeks and then up to birth if two doctors agree. News issue. achieved through my service in the Christian This is no protection as the 2 doctors could I want to make certain that Almighty God the Endeavour Movement, the Festival of Light, the work at an Abortion Clinic! Father and Jesus Christ the Son and the Holy Billy Graham Crusade, the Wesley Mission, the Please keep sending your original competed Spirit our Comfort gets any glory from this NSW Parliament Upper House from 1981 to petition forms as per enclosed copy. Legacy issue of the Family World News, not present, as well as ACNA, CWV and even the We need to kill this bill, which kills the unborn!! Fred Nile. Reserve where I served from May the Lord bless you and your family I want all the glory to go to my Saviour Jesus 1948-2004. especially your children. Christ, not to Fred Nile because all that has been Let us all “PRAISE THE LORD!” for His Rev Fred Nile achieved in my Ministry and Service for Jesus Christ goodness

1994 Jesus Family March, outside NSW 1997 Rev Fred Nile leads “White Ribbon Parliament House, Macquarie Street, “Rev. Fred Nile MLC addressing a crowd Child Protection March”, Sydney 1990 Kings Cross FOL March and Rally Sydney at the 2011 Stand4Mariage rally, Sydney”

1981 Mother Teresa Australia Tour 1984 Mary Whitehouse Crusade, Sydney Abortion Service Gianna Jessen Rally (right) organised by Rev Fred Nile and Dr John Town Hall FOL Rally – Protest children Rev Fred Nile who invited Gianna to speak at 1996 Rev Fred Nile led “March for Whitehall from violent and obscene videos Pro-Life Rallies in every capital city Marriage” in Sydney

Malcolm Muggeridge addressing Sydney Mary Whitehouse addressing Sydney Rev Fred and congratulate Rev Fred Nile leading the Kings Cross Hyde Park Rally, Festival of Light Town Hall, FOL Rally their son Mark Nile on his graduation Jesus March with his son Mark Nile (FOL) Rally from Wollongong University (white t-shirt)

Homosexual Mardi Gras, Oxford Street, Rev Fred Nile being sworn in at the NSW Sydney attack on Rev Fred Nile: Chant Legislative Council after his Election “We want Fred’s Head!” (From John the Rev Fred Nile congratulating Tony Abbott Rev Fred Nile leading Pro-Life, Anti- 19/09/1981 Baptist Head) 1989 on his service in Federal Parliament Abortion Sydney March

2 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Letters to the editorialEditor YOUR SAY Dear Fred, to protect it, not making it easier to kill Last night the Lord spoke many things started, the shaking has not been in vain, You are a true hero for mothers, fathers it. My son & wife cannot have children concerning our Nation, Parliament and nor has one Word of My inspiration fallen and their unborn and have been waiting 3 years to adopt. It the people. He made it clear that He has to the ground, but it will certainly perform Please convince those members looks like only Korea is possible. had Fred Nile in place in Parliament and all that I have sent it forth to do. that are still unsure how to vote on this They would love to adopt an Australian in fact God Himself has been within the I will remove those who refuse to dreadful bill child. Thus, there are options that preserve life. walls of State Parliament. I told Linda Honour Me and My people. Everyone Kind Regards Further, while doctors can opt out of Lm a little of what the Lord had said who sets him or herself up with their Mrs Xu Gao the procedure, they have to go against and she suggested that this may be an agenda shall certainly fail. Pyrmont NSW their conscience & recommend another encouragement to Fred and yourself. I All that was gained through the position doctor. trust it is. Although I did not record what that I allowed people to occupy, will be Dear Rev Nile, This bill should be amended both the Lord said last night, I have set out taken away and the security that they I am frankly appalled at the far- to restrict the extensive scope of its below some of what He said. thought they had will fail them. Although reaching nature of the current bill before provisions but also because it does The Lord said, He has had His man I Am not willing that any should perish, I parliament that will allow termination of nothing to protect life and provide other ( Fred Nile) in place for many years. will not over rule any ones free will. a pregnancy, including after 22 weeks. At options to women. People look to Canberra as the Capital as For many years I have inspired, I have 22 weeks a baby is viable and could live, I hope you will support these to where all decisions are decided for this spoken, I have built line upon line even thus this is killing of a human being. amendments. Nation. I The Lord says My hand, My eye for such a time as this. It is time and I Am Further it only needs 2 doctors to Regards, have been on The State Parliament. I have about to Visit State Parliament like never agree- not even 2 completely independent Ron Cameron been with in the walls of State Parliament before. None will be able to say they do doctors and without any counselling many years and it was not observed nor not know what they should do, everyone or other options being presented to the Dear Silvana, understood. Now that realization will will know in their heart the way that they woman. I trust you are well and that both you come forth. should go, their choice will determine All life is sacred. We should be fighting and Fred are standing stronger than ever. I have had My Man in place for their future. I have my own ready and many years, a man after My Heart who able to take the high ground in State will not compromise. I have spoken and Parliament. declared through my servant, what are the These are the days. You will see and acceptable Ways before Me. not be disappointed, you will witness with Who sets up?, who brings down? No Joy the Victory. one but The Lord Himself. Who presumes It is in Me the Heart of Parliament beats to know better than I? I will make My and it will certainly come to the place, Will known through My Faithful Servants where there will be agreement and unison. and no one can stand against My Word This according to My Righteousness. and My Will. Love and Blessings The Days are gone, when man had his Yours in Christ Way, Now I take the reins. Lynda McGregor Watch and see, because the sifting has (CDP Branch President – Shoalhaven)

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SPEAKER: HON DAVID CLARKE Topic: "Rev Fred Nile’s 38 years in Parliament, Bills introduced, achievements in Parliament and Committees” Rev Fred Nile addressing Anti-Drugs Rev Fred Nile opposing Heroin Injecting Rally Room, Kings Cross Hon David Clarke has been Member of NSW Legislative Council from 2003 to 2019. He has been a Member of many Committees, including Health Care Complaints Commission; Office of the Ombudsman and the Police Integrity Commission; and General Purpose Standing Committee No 4. He has also served as the Parliamentary Secretary for Justice . David is a active Christian and a strong supporter of family values.

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3 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Nile family at Circular Quay 1948 visiting Fred Nile age 5 years at Kin Street Primary Manly- Father Fred Senior, Mother School, Mascot, NSW 1939 (Kindergarten Marjorie, James (Jim), Fred and sisters Celebrating Elaine and Fred’s 50th Wedding Class LK) (Fred first Left back row) Marjorie and Mary Anniversary

Fred and Elaine Nile’s Wedding Fred and Elaine Nile’s Wedding 6/12/1958 6/12/1958 (nee Crealy/Alan) with family with Elaine’s parents – Luke and Jessie and Happy Wedding Day, Revesby relatives Happy Wedding Day 1958 sister Grace and husband George Stuart.

Elaine Nile helping Fred after he fell down Parliament House stairs and broke Fred and Elaine and Children Stephen, Fred and Elaine and Children Stephen, Mark, Fred and Elaine and Children Stephen, 3 ribs Mark, David and Sharon (1974) David and Sharon (1977) Mark, David and Sharon (1995)

Elaine son Stephen’s wedding to Therese Elaine and Fred with first child, Stephen Sharon’s Christening at Bexley Fred and Elaine – Election 1988 with family and friends. (1989)

Elaine son Stephen’s wedding to Therese Youngest son David wedding to Leonie Elaine’s sister Grace with parent Luke & with family and friends (1993) Jessie Fred & Elaine Nile

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4 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Son Stephen’s 5th Birthday, (nearest Elaine celebrates her 68th Birthday with 7 camera) Elaine nursing youngest son David Fred & Elaine Nile Elaine grandchildren

CDP Key Five (Lto R) Hon Paul Green, Elaine and Fred with Children and Pastor Andrew Green, Pastor Robyn Grandchildren Celebrating Elaine Peebles, Rev Dr Ross Clifford and Rev Hon birthday Fred Nile MLC at CDP Launching Rally Silvana with niece Indiarna Lunamia Fred and Silvana

146. Rev Fred Nile and his fiancée Silvana 1992 Rev Fred and Elaine Nile meeting Nero at Dee Why Beach : Pic: Toby Zerna Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of 2001 Fred Nile’s 2003 Rev Fred Nile’s autobiography launched in Korean in Source: Daily Telegraph Edinburgh at NSW Parliament House autobiography published NSW Parliament

CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW Monday 23 September 2019 Monday 23 September 2019 Jubilee Room Parliament House Jubilee Room Parliament House Macquarie Street Sydney Macquarie Street Sydney 12 Noon - 3.00 pm 12 Noon - 3.00 pm ~ Hosted by Rev Hon Fred Nile MLC ~ ~ Hosted by Rev Hon Fred Nile MLC ~ ~ Convened by Judy Russell ~ ~ Convened by Judy Russell ~

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Guest Speaker: Bryan Osbourne from Guest Speaker: Bryan Osbourne from Answers in Genesis First Session: The Relevance of Genesis Answers in Genesis 1981 Mother Teresa Australia Tour organised Hon Elaine Nile Re-election 1995 How to Second Session: The Age of the Earth by Rev Fred Nile and Dr John Whitehall First Session: The Relevance of Genesis Vote Bryan Osborne is passionate about reaching the lost with the gospel. As an Second Session: The Age of the Earth expert in the use of excitng, apologetcs-based evangelism and chronological Bible teaching, this former athlete connects with audiences through real-life Bryan Osborne is passionate about reaching the lost with the gospel. As an stories and facts that confrm the truth of the Bible. Bryan’s gifedness as a expert in the use of excitng, apologetcs-based evangelism and chronological communicator and his passion for revealing the truth of God’s Word are obvious Bible teaching, this former athlete connects with audiences through real-life and contagious. Formerly a teacher of Bible history in a public school, he now stories and facts that confrm the truth of the Bible. Bryan’s gifedness as a speaks at conferences and in churches for Answers in Genesis around the world. communicator and his passion for revealing the truth of God’s Word are obvious An in-demand speaker, he has travelled to Japan, New Zealand, USA, Kenya and and contagious. Formerly a teacher of Bible history in a public school, he now South Africa last year alone. You will love his practcal, cutng-edge talks that speaks at conferences and in churches for Answers in Genesis around the world. reveal the importance of apologetcs in evangelising the lost and in equipping An in-demand speaker, he has travelled to Japan, New Zealand, USA, Kenya and today’s youth and families in the body of Christ. South Africa last year alone. You will love his practcal, cutng-edge talks that reveal the importance of apologetcs in evangelising the lost and in equipping David Nile Kindergarten class photograph Stephen Nile Year 3 class first from left, $20 per person includes a light fnger food lunch between sessions today’s youth and families in the body of Christ. second row, second from right, Hurstville second row, Hurstville South Primary RSVP to Judy via [email protected] or 0410 403 616 South Primary School 1970 School 1968 $20 per person includes a light fnger food lunch between sessions

5 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Rev Hon Fred Nile MLC – A Man After God’s Own Heart I never thought that in 2016 I would be given the opportunity Christian Democratic Party. In his caring yet brotherly rebuke, By Greg Bondar, NSW State Director of serving Rev Nile as the Federal and State Director of the he corrected me by saying that ‘Rev’ comes before ‘Hon’ as FamilyVoice Australia Christian Democratic Party of Australia (CDP). As a Christian nothing comes before God. That lesson continues to live me I do not believe in chance, coincidence, or luck so it is by God’s with me today. I recall July 1973 when the grace and divine calling that I ended up Fred Nile continues to be extremely well respected by all Festival of Light was gaining working with Rev Nile for some two and sides of politics at the State and Federal level, by corporate momentum and Rev Fred Nile, a half years during which time I witnessed leaders and of course by church leaders from all denominations. Congregational minister working a man who cut through the political I have seen Fred talk with complete ease and respect from with Sydney’s Wesley Central stereotypes we see and instead I saw a Archbishops to captains of industry. It would be remiss of was asked to be the honorary state man who revealed his heart and soul as me not to mention the impact that Fred’s first wife Elaine had director. He eventually ended up a moral crusader, humble pastor, tireless on Fred’s career and, and conversely, his devotion and love. leading the Festival of Light in politician and compassionate human This same love and devotion continue to be expressed with NSW from 1974 to 2007. I also read being. his current wife, partner, political activist, and friend Silvana with interest that in autobiography, So, what can I say about a man of (Nero) Nile who has been a tower of strength for Fred in all (Fred Nile: An Autobiography, Greg Bondar God, indeed like David, ‘… a man after aspects. published September 2001), stated my heart, who will do all my will.’ (Acts I could write a book, and probably will, on Rev Hon Fred he had been praying for God to raise up someone like Malcolm 13:22) who is the longest-serving member of the New South Nile MLC but let me finish by recalling an event in 2016, when Muggeridge or Mary Whitehouse to lead the battel against Wales parliament. Fred has been a member of the New South I organised a celebratory lunch at NSW Parliament House with moral pollution and corruption in Australia. Interestingly in Wales Legislative Council since 1981, except for a period in over 200 attendees in recognition of Fred’s 35 years of political 1984 it was Malcom Muggeridge who said publicly the great 2004 when he resigned to unsuccessfully contest the Australian service as an MLC, when the then NSW Premier Mike Baird, admiration he had for Rev Fred Nile. Senate at the 2004 federal election. He was re-elected at the in congratulating Fred for his dedicated service to the people In passing I should mention that in his revealing March 2007 state election and served as the Assistant President of NSW and in particular God, quoted Matthew 25:23 - ‘Well autobiography, Fred the ever-moral crusader, pastor and of the Legislative Council until 25 February 2019. done, good and faithful servant.’ politician shared his thoughts on society’s three most During my years at CDP I have been fortunate to have Fred I similarly can best honour Fred by quoting Hebrews 12:1- controversial subjects: religion, sex and politics. It is now act as a mentor, counsellor, and Christian brother in Christ. 2: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud 2019 and nothing has changed as these subjects are still with At the risk of offending other political leaders I have work of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin us today in different forms such as religious freedom, abortion, with such as former PM John Howard and former Transport that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the same sex marriage and of course the politically sensitive issue Minister Hon John Sharp, I have come to the view that Rev race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer of church and state. Hon Fred Nile is one of the most astute political strategists I and perfecter of faith.” Born in Kings Cross, Sydney, in 1934 and the son of a taxi have ever work with, and for, in politics. He knows the art of Fred, as a friend and brother in Christ, may urge you to driver, I have been a following Rev Nile’s political career since the political deal, the timing of electoral announcements and continue to run the race before you as God wills. 1973 and really became a dedicated Rev Nile supporter in 1981 the pre-selection of candidates. Blessings, when he was elected as a Call to Australia Member to the NSW Always with a sense of humour, I recall Fred correcting me Greg Bondar Legislative Council for 11 year term, the year my first son was when I first wrote a speech for him wherein, I titled the Speech NSW State Director born. as being delivered by “Hon Rev Fred Nile MLC” Leader of the FamilyVoice Australia

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Continued from page 1 him half his votes. He knew that was right, but at Christmas and at Easter. He stands beside firm to the call. If necessary he would give his he followed his conscious and the Aboriginal members of Parliament, whatever their life to that call. about where society was going and even people have never forgotten that because of persuasion, in their time of need, and prays for I have travelled with Fred across the State spoke of repentance and judgement. Just one Fred’s stand, the bill was passed. them, supports them and shares Jesus. Such a and have been involved with him for many illustration of Fred taking a stand is Aboriginal Fifthly, God could use Fred because he person God uses. years and his ministry. He has many political land rights. Over 30 years ago, he supported shares Jesus. In Parliament he ensures that Lastly, God could use Fred Nile, because achievements and successes (in CDP), but his the initial bill for Aboriginal land rights. The at appropriate times, the message of the like the Apostle Paul, he knew there would be ultimate legacy is that he remains true to his opposition party pointed out this would cost Gospel is shared. This is particularly seen abuse, rejection and ill will, but he remained calling.

2011 Rev Fred Nile supporting 2007 Graduating class hosts Rev Fred Aboriginal Land Rights with Robyn 2013 Rev Fred Nile introduces CDP Senate 2003 Bali Victims Reembrace Walk led by and Elaine Nile MLC with their good Green, from Cairns, QLD Candidates Rev Fred Nile friend June Daly Watkins

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By Bill Muehlenberg and 80s (with speakers like Malcolm Muggeridge, Jun 28, 2002 Mother Teresa and Mary Whitehouse), one wonders There are two things that can safely be said about if such crowds could be pulled in today. Apathy, Fred Nile. One, most Australians have heard about Strand Publishing 2001. indifference and selfishness seem so much greater him. Two, most of what Australians have heard about One life (well, in this case two: Fred’s wife Elaine has now, that it seems unlikely that such Christian Fred Nile is negative, derogatory and malicious. That been equally active in the battles and conflicts) can make champions of faith and family values could again is because the mainstream media is largely made up of a difference. And that should give us all hope. It should fill football stadiums. people who abhor the beliefs and values of Fred Nile, renew those of us involved in the culture wars. And it (Of course, visiting American televangelists, offering and therefore want nothing more than to discredit and should inspire future men and women to take up the versions of the health and wealth gospel, will still draw belittle him. challenge to turn the world upside down, as it was said of large crowds here, but pro-life and pro-family speakers Thus the importance of this book: to “meet the real the early believers (Acts 17:6). seem able to only draw meagre crowds nowadays – a Fred Nile” as the back cover blurb states. This book When I speak at various meetings and rallies about reflection of the spiritual anemia found in so many tells the story of one man who has determined that his the need for Christian social involvement, I often churches as much as the growing secularism of Australian life for Christ will count, and that it will count not just illustrate my talk with the example of Wilberforce, society.) as “pie in the sky in the sweet by and by” but in the the Christian parliamentarian of two centuries ago Given this sad turn of events, the need for new believers here and now of Australian life. This book reveals how who made such a difference in the United Kingdom of the caliber and dedication of Fred Nile is all the more one man committed to being salt and light in a dark and beyond. In many ways he single-handedly urgent. True, not every believer is called to run for and needy world can make a difference – a significant helped to stop the slave trade in Britain. I often say Parliament, engage the media, challenge the secularists, difference. that just as Wilberforce is known in all of today’s or oppose the forces tearing down our culture. But all of Many people will know of Fred Nile as a moral’s history books – Christian and secular alike – there us can be inspired and encouraged to make a difference campaigner, a NSW politician, a minister of the gospel, is no reason why we cannot be known as well in right where we are at. Reading this challenging and much and an opponent of the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. All future history books. Why can’t we live a life of needed volume should do just that. those facets of Fred’s life are covered in this book, and such dedication and zeal for God that our names one Fred Nile is not perfect – and he would be the much more. The source of Fred’s convictions and beliefs day will make it into such books? first to admit it. He has done some things that some are laid bare, and a portrait of a man sold out for God and Well, Fred Nile has done just that. His name may be Christians cringe at. He has probably done some his kingdom emerges. largely a curse word to many today (just as Wilberforce’s things that he himself cringes at. But the truth is, in The stories of the formation of the Festival of Light, was in his day) but history will record that here was a an age where Christian ethics are reduced to bumper the Call to Australia Party, the Christian Democratic man that made a lasting impact. Interestingly, Fred stickers, when many churches are selling their souls Party, along with the countless public meetings and mentions Wilberforce as one of his own heroes. Perhaps for a secular bowl of porridge, when many Christian rallies, controversies and political intrigues are covered future Christian social activists will say the same about leaders have abandoned the basics of the gospel, and in detail. What one gleans from this account is the Fred Nile. many individual Christians have compromised their dedication, perseverance, commitment and guts of one Another impression one gathers from this book is faith and abandoned their convictions, Fred Nile man in the face of overwhelming odds. that even though Fred and Elaine have done much to shines as a light. One has to wonder how much less of a moral and maintain biblical standards, society has nonetheless As such, this book should be read by all – not just spiritual cesspool Australia would be today if there continued in its downward spiral. Indeed, after those concerned about the cultural decline, but by all were a dozen more Fred Niles on the scene. Indeed, the reading about the tens of thousands of Christians concerned that genuine Christian faith be reaffirmed in message of the book is clear: God plus one is a majority. who turned up for rallies organised by Fred in the 70s these dark and trying times.

2006 ACNA Public Forum chairman, Rev Fred 2005 Rev Fred Nile congratulates Nile (centre) with Guests Speakers (Left) Major 88. 2013 (Capt.) Rev Fred Nile addressing 2013 NSW Parliamentary Study Tour of Pastor Peter Rahme as he receives the General William “Digger” James and (right) Beersheba Remembrance Service (Light Israel with (centre) Hon David Clarke National Day of Thanksgiving Award Pastor Daniel Scot at NSW Parliament House Horse Park, Liverpool) and Rev Fred Nile

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Sunday 1st Help us to look to You always for wisdom in DROUGHT Let us continue to beseech the Lord for rain over harvesting the rain you do send. our parched, suffering nation. The situation is dire Our loving Father, the drought goes on and Saturday 21st the impact on rural communities in NSW is and the Lord God tells us to pray without ceasing, Lord forgive us the times when we have taken promising to hear and grant our prayers. “I will give devastating. Please, loving God, brings us rain to renew the ground, to replenish our dams, Your provision for granted and the times when you rain at the right time, and the land will yield we have failed to thank You and give You its produce, and the trees of the field will bear their to bring some chance of feed, to bring the possibility of some reward to those who have the honour and gratitude that You deserve. fruit” (Leviticus 26:4). Let us also give thanks this Thank You that even though we have failed to Father’s Day for fathers who teach their children and toiled so hard. We pray for all those whose lives are under the shadow of drought, farmers acknowledge all that You give us day by day grandchildren of the love of Jesus Christ, the Saviour. You faithfully provide us richly all things to Pray for a renewed sense of the Fatherhood of God and their families. Give them a sense of hope and purpose for lives that are finding the enjoy. But Lord we come to You now, knowing to lead, empower and direct their own leadership in that we are in drought in this region and we ask their homes and families. journey hard. Restore those who are far from you with the knowledge that they are loved and You to send abundant rain on the earth, which Monday 2nd valued. We pray for contractors, merchants and has become dry, thirsty and arid. Let us pray for wisdom for our government to truck drivers, for rural counsellors and support Sunday 22nd manage the rain that the Lord does send at the workers for all our rural community. We pray Look down in pity our plight we pray. It is right time. Pray for wise management to ensure for children who witness their parents’ despair not only the plants that are wilting but even rain that falls is captured and sent to the dry and over dying animals and crops. placed under The Southern Cross. In Jesus’ the animals and people in so many places are arid areas of Australia. Lord, we remind you of your promises Name. Amen. parched and dry – send us the rain that we so Tuesday 3rd to your people Israel to visit the earth and “You visit the earth and water it abundantly, desperately need. Open the windows of heaven water it abundantly. Father, we too claim enriching it greatly. God’s stream is filled with Let us pray today for our NSW Parliament, to we pray with the sweet rainfall that we need those promises and ask for Your mercy over water, for You prepare the earth in this way, and water our land we pray - and we will give have compassion for the unborn. Pray that the Australia, the land You, in Your Sovereignty, providing [people] with grain” (Psalm 65:9). current Bill on abortion regardless of pregnancy You all the praise and glory due to Your holy term, with only the most generalised and barest name. Amen. Wednesday 11th following prayer regarding drought. We are of provisos to be met first, will be defeated.. Monday 23rd “Awaken Us to how deeply we each, and all, are encouraged to use this in church services and Wednesday 4th Pray for today’s Christian Worldview Forum loved by You, so: We love You, Lord, with all our personal reflections. Let us pray this prayer over in Parliament House with guest speaker Bryan Praise the Lord for pro-life Members of hearts, souls, minds and strength. We see ourselves the next three days. “We pray for the land. We Osbourne from Answers in Genesis. Pray for Parliament, who use their influence wisely, and in and each other as You see us – as Your beloved hear the promise you have spoken in Isaiah of the audience to be taught well and blessed by a dignified and respectful manner, to counsel their sons, daughters and heirs. We enjoy intimate the refreshment of the creation; of water in the this speaker with an evangelical heart as he fellow Members for good and to bring honourable communication and relationship with You. We live desert, of renewal for the land, of hope, of life. teaches from God’s word about The Relevance values to the fore in difficult debates.Many are the abundantly free from: apathy, laziness, passivity, We name our simple need – rain for our thirsty of Genesis and The Age of the Earth. plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of distractions, false comforts and addictions, land. Our tanks and dams are nearly empty, like the LORD that will stand. (Proverbs 19:21). excessive luxury, consumerism and materialism, our hopes for this season. Please, loving God, Tuesday 24th bring us rain to renew the ground, to replenish Thursday 5th sexual defilement through electronic/paper media; Pray for resources and unlimited love and our dams, to bring some chance of feed, to bring thought and behavioural patterns. We live free patience for those who feed and clothe the Praise the Lord today for His faithfulness and the possibility of some reward to those who from holding on to our perspectives, opinions and most vulnerable in our society. Pray for more His Sovereignty. Praise Him for His all-knowing have toiled so hard. We turn to you in faith and thinking. Give us Your mind, Christ. resources to assist those who are without warm power and for His warnings and encouragement hope”. to us to hold firmly, in faith, to His love and Thursday 12th beds and roofs over their heads, especially in Tuesday 17th the cold months. Pray for governments to know His mercy. In spite of disappointments in Awaken Us to love our neighbours as well how to address these issues adequately. recent political decisions may we be found as we love ourselves, so: We love and forgive “We pray for our community. We pray for all those continuingly faithful to the unchanging word of others as fully we have been loved and forgiven whose lives are under the shadow of drought. We Wednesday 25th think first of those who work with the land, for God. (Jude 1:17-19). by You, Father. We feed those who are hungry Praise the Lord for His mercy and glorious farmers and their families, for those who rely upon Friday 6th for food and for righteousness. We comfort power made possible for us through the shed sick and hurting people around us, praying for the land for their life and relationships. We pray We need rain Lord, lots of it. We pray for all blood of the Saviour, Jesus Christ. Pray today their healing. We remember those who are in for contractors, merchants and truck drivers, for those whose lives are under the shadow of for an extra measure of courage and assurance hospitals, aged care homes and prison and visit rural counsellors and support workers, for all our drought: farmers and their families. Give them as we see anti Christian forces gathering. Praise them. We support and defend disempowered rural community. May the refreshment of your a sense of purpose for lives that are finding Him for His warnings indicating that none of people -‘widows and orphans,’ unborn babies, Spirit, present in miraculous and truly human the journey hard. Restore those who are far this is a surprise to Him. (John 15:18-19); (John homeless. We protect and nurture the flora, ways, be with all of us as we move forward into from you, another form of drought, with the 16:33). Jesus knew trouble would be part of the fauna and environments of our planet. the days ahead”. knowledge that they are loved and valued. Christian experience from beginning to end. Friday 13th Wednesday 18th Saturday 7th Thursday 26th “We pray, too, for justice; for fair prices for Awaken Us to Hear what the Spirit is Saying The spiritual powers at work in our nation are Pray today for those who are battling depression our stock and our wool and our crops. We to Your Church, so: We understand the times directly tied to the sin and darkness of humanity. because of drought, anxiety, loneliness, worry, pray for governments, banks and corporations and seasons we are in. We discern both good Praise the Lord that the battle was won on grief, sadness and despair as they see their to be driven by wisdom not simply the folly and evil and choose life-giving good over life- the Cross, Satan defeated by the Blood of the families suffer, their animals and crops wither. of the dollar and the bottom line. We pray draining evil. We do not quench and miss out Lamb. We have weapons and they are created Pray they would be comforted by loving people for each other, keep us aware of the needs of on the Holy Spirit’s crucial work in our hearts, specifically for fighting spiritual battles against who do care. Lord send us rain. Forgive our those around us: for those who are struggling, lives and gatherings. Lead us, Spirit of God, spiritual enemies. Let wrap ourselves completely nation for its bad choices and sinful ways. Lord who are grieving, who are ill, who are dying. into increasing understanding, freedom and in the power of His promises and in brandishing we pray for revival. Restore those who are far from you with the Christ likeness. His word. (James 4:7); (1 John 4:4). Sunday 8th knowledge that they are loved and valued. Give Saturday 14th them not just a sense of renewal, but a sense of Friday 27th Pray for precious Scripture teachers and Awaken and Unite Us to be One Body under hope and purpose for lives that are finding the their students. Pray for effective classroom Pray for those involved in Chaplaincy, prison Jesus’ Headship, so: We are of one mind with journey hard. Let us see the miracle of healing management to enable students to hear God’s ministry and for those who advocate for the one love, one spirit, one purpose, one body in in relationships, in lives, in communities, where Word. Pray that the coming generation would vulnerable, the environment and justice. Pray one Spirit; called to one hope, one Lord, one there is illness and hope is far away. Keep look for the ancient paths and walk in them, for those who minister to the homeless and the faith, one baptism; one God and Father of us always conscious of the task we have in paths that the preceding generations abandoned helpless in Jesus’ name. Jesus loves the hearts all, who is over all, through all and in all. We ministry and mission in your world. We offer (Jeremiah 6:16). of those who reflect His heart. speak only what is good; building each other up all these prayers in the name of Jesus. Amen.” Monday 9th Saturday 28th with encouragement, comfort and strength. We Thursday 19th Let us pray over these next seven days with humbly submit to each other in mutual servant- Pray for children experiencing homelessness, Let us pray today for the homeless who suffer Partners in Prayer and Evangelism for our nation. hood, embracing all the functions of the One that God would protect and provide for them so much especially through the winter. Pray Let us join in living this declaration of Jesus’ Body. We joyfully recognise, honour, bless, as they live in challenging conditions. Pray that that individuals without a support network can victory in us and our nation. “Our Father, Awaken enable, empower and release children, men and He would strengthen their families and show connect with people who will be there for them Us to be one with You, and each other, as the women in this nation to fulfil their God-given his special favour and love to them in the small, - people to encourage them and build them up. Body of Christ in Australia, so: We testify to the identities, gifts, functions and callings. everyday things. Pray that those who think they are insignificant sovereignty of our Lord Jesus Christ in our lives, Sunday 15th can know that God loves them through the Sunday 29th families, local areas and nation. We give all our Awaken and Unite Us to go and make disciples message of the gospel. Pray for the parents in these vulnerable families; attention and allegiance to You and to no other of all nations: Indigenous & immigrant that they would make wise decisions and be gods or sovereign apart from You”. Friday 20th Australians and beyond - fully preaching and able to provide both practically and emotionally Tuesday 10th living the gospel of Christ through mighty signs Over these next three days let us continue to for their children. May God give them hope pray for an end to the crippling drought. Let Lord Jesus we submit to You ourselves, and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God, for their future and faith that He is with them us pray for abundant and life giving rain for our callings, ‘entitlements’ and unholy fulfilling our nation’s destiny in the world, as always. our nation - both for man and for beast. Living reverence of others, acknowledging You as the part of The Great Southland of the Holy Spirit. Lord and heavenly Father, You alone are good Monday 30th Head of Your Church. Make us Your House of Your kingdom come and Your will done on and You alone richly provide for all the needs Pray again for the physical and spiritual protection Prayer for All Nations! earth as it is in heaven, for Your glory, Jesus. and the necessities of life – and in Your loving- for homeless children. “Take care that you do not We wait to see what You, Father, are doing and Amen kindness You give us over and above all that despise one of these little ones; for, I tell you, in arise to fulfil only the part You ask of us. We Monday 16th we ask or think. Thank You for Your steadfast heaven their angels continually see the face of my stand to fight for our nation’s Christian heritage Reverend Simon Hansford, of the Uniting love and gracious provision to us and to all Your Father in heaven.” Matthew 18:10. and the children, youth and future of Australia”. Church NSW/ACT Synod, has prepared the creation. Father send us rain, in your mercy.

8 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Truth For The Family By Peter Rahme The Leadership & Success of Nehemiah (2) HE WEPT And it came to pass, when I heard these words, that I sat genuine love, “When Sanballat the Horonite, and Tobiah the what I call Excuse or Accuse. These down and wept, ….(Neh 1:4a) servant, the Ammonite, heard of it, it grieved them exceedingly individuals either excuse their own actions or accuse the actions In the last issue we began with the background to the book that there was come a man to seek the welfare of the children of others for their lack of prosperity and their lot of adversity. In of Nehemiah. Zerubabel the prince led the first group back to of Israel. (Neh 2:10)” other words, they either justify their own behaviour or judge the Jerusalem and eventually after much opposition the temple was Here is a principle -You need to be motivated yourself behaviour of others; they either deny the reality of their condition complete and the sacrifices reinstituted (Ezra 1-6). Nearly 80 years before you can motivate others. You will only succeed in or defend their own reaction; they either believe in a victim later, the second exodus returned in 457B.C under the watchful mobilising others after you are moved yourself. And the deeper mentality or behave in a vicious manner. Many do not go forward eyes of Ezra the priest who faithfully taught the people in the Law you are personally impacted by its truth, the further you will because they do not shift from the neutral gear of excusing. They of Moses and spiritually established them (Ezra 7-10). Last but not successfully mobilise the troops. keep going backwards because they are stuck in the reverse gear least, 13 years later, the third and final group left in 444B.C and of accusing. 2.Conviction & Confession made their way back under Nehemiah the pro-active leader with ……Thus saith the LORD God of Israel concerning the words a vision - To see the wall of Jerusalem standing; and a mission - He also wept because of the consequences of sin .His personal which thou hast heard; Because thine heart was tender, and thou didst Return to Jerusalem, rebuilt the wall and repair the gates; conviction of this reality led to his public confession: “Let thine humble thyself before God, when thou heardest his words against Let’s now turn to the book of Nehemiah and catch the last ear now be attentive, and thine eyes open, that thou mayest hear the this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, and humbledst thyself historical account in the Old Testament. As we hold closely the prayer of thy servant, which I pray before thee now, day and night, for before me, and didst rend thy clothes, and weep before me; I have journal of his journey in our hands, we have before our very eyes the children of Israel thy servants, and confess the sins of the children even heard thee also, saith the LORD. Behold, I will gather thee to thy seven simple steps that turned an ordinary layman into an extra of Israel, which we have sinned against thee: both I and my father’s fathers, and thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace, neither shall ordinary leader. We’ll also draw on his rich experiences and draw house have sinned .We have dealt very corruptly against thee, and thine eyes see all the evil that I will bring upon this place, and upon out some real principles for servant leadership and lasting success. have not kept the commandments, nor the statutes, nor the judgments, the inhabitants of the same.(2 Chron. 34:26- 27)……A time to weep, He WEPT which thou commandedst thy servant Moses.”(Neh 1:6 - 7) and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; (Eccl 3:4 ) The news about “the city of his fathers’ sepulchres” was so Here is a principle - Be sorry for your sin and not for yourself. (To be continued- in the next issue we’ll study step 2) devastating and distressing that it moved this compassionate man Get right with God and God will get things right for you. You are With the love of Christ to tears. Nehemiah was not an emotionally weak or an insecure free to forget about your sin after God has forgiven you of it. Peter Rahme person. His soul was not so fragile that he would cry at a drop of a Pastor -Inner West Baptist Church In Closing hat or a sound of a melancholy tune. He was not afflicted with a self- focused sensitivity that would drive him to jump to unwarranted One of the main obstacles to Rahme Resources REVIEW conclusions nor was he the kind who is easily offended and hurt a genuine revival in the life of Red Hot Faith DVD Set because of a simple misunderstanding. On the contrary he was a an individual or a nation is the cupbearer to the king; that meant that Nehemiah was a courageous little care and concern for God’s Lessons from a Lukewarm Church man, not a coward. He faced the possibility of death every day of people and place and the lack by Cindy Bultema his life, whenever he tasted the king’s food and/or drink. However, of conviction and confession If you’re tired of being pulled into a swirling, lukewarm routine of life that keeps you Nehemiah wept. Here are at least two major reasons: of sin. That’s why quite often from experiencing God’s best, this Bible study is for you! You’ll explore the early church of many today do not experience 1.Care & Concern Laodicea (Revelation 3:14–22), made up of people just like us who struggled with trying to healing from yesterday’s pain “juggle it all” and moving out of their comfort zones. This exciting, eight-week, interactive Like the prophet Jeremiah (Jer.9: 1) before him and the or express hope for tomorrow’s study shows you how to turn up the heat, fuel the fire of your faith, and strengthen your Lord Jesus ahead of him (Luke 19:41) Nehemiah wept because possibilities. It’s a tragedy how relationship with God. his heart cared for God’s people - the Jews and his soul was these dear souls don’t recover The” Red Hot Faith” set includes 2 DVDs, Leader’s Guide and a Participant Guide. concerned for God’s place of worship – Jerusalem (Neh 1:2). from their sad losses and never The “Red Hot Faith” set costs $50 posted anywhere in Australia. You can order the set His care and concern for the children of Israel was so obvious rebuilt their shattered lives. A from FWN - PO BOX 5296 Chullora NSW 2190. (Please make your cheque payable to to all that even his enemies could not help but comment on his major factor is in the area of PETER RAHME)

Rev Hon Captain Fred Nile (left) at Fred Nile’s Parliamentary Staff L to R National Services Memorial at Ingleburn Rev Fred Nile and Pastor Peter Walker, Kylie French, Jeff Sorrell, Belinda Dover, Military Heritage Precinct Ingleburn Military Heritage Precinct Aboriginal Leader Fred Nile and Judy Russell

30th Scottish BN Anzac Day lunch L-R Rev Fred Nile laying flowers at hree former ministers of Bexley Rev Fred Nile, Silvana Nero and Major International Day of Mourning for Congregational Church, Rev Fred Nile, Fred and Silvana at Israel National Day Frank Woodhams Workplace Deaths Rev Jim Fryer and Rev Len Kingston of Independence celebrations

2014 Rev Fred Nile founded the Sydney Holy City March based on Korean, Holy 2014 Rev Fred Nile and NSW Police City March in South Korea – now an 2014 Commemoration of the Assyrian Commissioner Andrew Scipione at Annual Rev Fred Nile (left) on parade at Anzac annual event in Sydney Martyrs and Genocide Day Police Dinner, NSW Parliament House Day March 2013 9 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD MY FOND MEMORIES OF CAPT CAPT NILE ED (Retd) a working member of the Reserve Forces State Council Inc

Lieutenant Colonel John Forces were commenced after WW2 in 1948). paid all other costs including accommodation. In be for many years, when he also had arranged Moore OAM, RFD, ED (Retd) That year, some other members and Sydney 8000 serving and former members took the use of rooms including the Theatrette for our 3 September 2019 National myself, retired keen members, commenced past as well as current and former equipment. 12 new Rail Trail group launch. Executive Officer, Reserve preparation for the Sydney Parade to be on cities including all capital cities took part. From In 1985, he became the chief sponsor Forces State Council Inc. the 1 July 1998 with a Parade down George that time Capt. Fred Nile gave us enthusiastic New Medal Group in 2003, and this required Street Sydney. The National Launch was support. In the following years, the parades were regular meetings in Parliament House. Fred I am very pleased to have been requested to held on 19 Feb 1998 by the Governor of held in Macquarie Street, and we always needed arranged for morning and afternoon tea to be write some details about Rev. Cpt. Fred Nile NSW His Excellency Gordon Samuels. Our his support to arrange payment for the banners to provided. During that time, he accompanied and the type of person he is. Westpac moved national chairman was Sir Roden Cutler VC, a be put up along the street in the same manner as us on a trip to Commonwealth Parliament to us here from Adelaide in 1985 and by that former long term serving NSW Governor. Sir at the ANZAC Parade. present our case to the appropriate Minister. time I had been promoted through the ranks to Laurence Street AC KCMG QC agreed to be Following that time, I met Fred and his The Minister congratulated us on the strength Lieutenant Colonel. the state chairman. wife Elaine at many National Service Parades of our commitment and organisation. On the When I was retired by age I was keep to Over the next few months’ fast work was held at their former training area at Singleton. 28th of April 2006, the Minister phoned Fred continue to support the Reserve Forces. In done, in preparation for the parade to be held on Whenever assistance was needed with the on a Saturday morning to let him know that the 1998 some others and myself, retired keen Wednesday 1 July 1998 in George Street, along booking of a Government House room, Fred was Australian Defence Medal had been approved members, started the Reserve Forces Day for with 50 Reserve Members of the three services there to help. For example the Jubilee Room was and gazetted, and would be covered in the media the first parade to be held across the nation to of the United States. They flew at their own cost used many times by our organisation when we in the near future. This meant that over a million be held on 1 July 1998 (the date the Reserve in a US Reserve Forces C130 aircraft. They also farewelled the overseas visitors. This went on to former and serving members would be presented the medal of which 50% of the members would not have been presented any medal. Since then, in every parade Fred has marched on Reserve Forces Day with the 45th Battalion or at our request, marched at the head of the parade with other members of the government. In November 2018, we held a luncheon at the Stranger’s Dining Room, and Fred was the 30th Scottish BN Anzac Day lunch L-R Rev first to speak to the 120 members present on his Fred Nile, Silvana Nero and Major Frank enjoyment on being able to organise these events Woodhams and spoke well of the portraits he managed to have put back in Parliament of Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh. In summary, Rev. Cpt. Fred Nile MLC has only been too keen to assist and organise any request made of him. I am very pleased to be able to provide this short background to my support to Fred Nile. Without his help and motivation over the years it would have very hard to reach such a Lt Fred Nile digging his platoon Elaine Nile gives Fred a big hug on acknowledged professional result. Headquarters at Annual Camp, Mount Sgt Fred Nile at Junior Leader’s Course return from Army Junior Leader’s Course LTCOL JOHN MOORE OAM RFD ED Royal, NSW 1954 (45th Inf Bn) at Seymour, Victoria Seymour, Victoria (RETD) (3 SEP 19) Fred Nile: A Continuing life of Achievement

Continued from page 1 who have for years demonised his him in the most abusive moderate in toned. of terms. Yet I cannot recall a single occasion that he has Congratulations to the Reverend. The Honourable Fred Nile educational opportunities. responded with personal malevolence, vitriol or abuse. on decades of service to our Nation He is especially popular with those who have come I have never found him either in private or public to be As the bible in Matthew 25:21 says, “Well done good and to Australia from the Middle East to escape religious uncharitable. faithful servant”. discrimination and persecution from Islamist fundamentalists He has been the reverse – logical, well-reasoned and Fred, well Done!! and terrorists – the Assyrians’, Chaldeans’, the Syriacs and Copts – are all welcoming of Fred. Then there are the Koreans and those from the Indian Sub-Continent and the South Pacific Island Nations – they have a strong rapport with Fred. Pro-Life and the Traditional Family Fred is probably the most well-known political identity in Australia for consistently supporting the pro-life cause and the traditional family as the corner stone of society. Over decades he has remained consistent and is looked upon as a ‘go to’ Make a pivotal contact point for the myriad of active pro-life, anti- euthanasia, traditional family supporting groups. Other initiatives of Fred include: • Convening the NSW’s Parliamentary Members Prayer Group which for decades has brought together members on a non- Difference party basis to encourage Christian fellowship, • Launching Family World News a monthly 12 page full- colour newspaper which he has published and edited for 25 years and being the Editor-in-Chief of devoted Christian, for Jesus! conservative, family and moral issues, • Moving a motion commemorating the genocide of the Begin a journey of study into the Word of God that will change Armenians, Pontian Greeks and Assyrians which was your life and the lives of those you come in contact with. carried by the NSW Parliament unanimously, • Organising public petitions, signed by hundreds of thousands of voters on a range if issue including religious freedoms and traditional marriage, and Contact us TODAY! • Giving leadership to the campaign which insured the continuation of Special Religious Education. Fred Nile - Target the Secular – Left As a result of Fred’s prodigious campaigning on a wide 02 9603 2077 | [email protected] | www.visioncolleges.net spectrum he has become a favourite target of the secular left

10 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD Rev Hon Frederick John Nile: ‘A man for all Seasons! (The Man I Honour, Love and am Loyal to)

By Silvana Nile the court system stripping More of his title wealth stand and pray in the gap for their souls). They may to gain the whole world and loose his soul” (Mark and freedom). ‘RIGHTEOUSNESS EXALTS A NATION, be revered by men for a short time, but God will say 8:36). What a contrast to the steadfast More! BUT SIN IS A REPROACH’ - Proverbs 14:34 on doomsday, “I never knew you, depart from me, “Let a Christian begin to boast, ‘I can do all Rev Fred Nile, like Thomas More does not Rev Fred Nile, like Sir Thomas More in ‘A you who practice lawlessness!” (Matthew 7:21-23). things,’ without adding ‘through Christ which want political greatness, instead he is a mere man Man for All Seasons’, is a man who also remains Sir Thomas More saved his dying soul when strengthen me,’ and before long he will have to humbly serving a great God. consistent throughout the seasons (in good times his head was finally placed on the chopping groan, ‘I can do nothing,’ and bemoan himself in “More is a man of an angels’ wit and singular and bad). He does not change. He is a man who block for righteousness sake, but sadly Cromwell the dust. When we do anything for the Lord, and leaning. I know not his fellow. For where is the is devoted to his family, friends and to the public who sent him there eventually had a similar fate He is pleased to accept of our doings, let us lay man of gentleness, lowliness and affability and, he serves but above all he is a man who is truly for treachery to the king. His sin was a reproach our crown at His feet, and exclaim, ‘Not I, but as time required, a man of marvellous mirth and faithful to his God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. to the Kingdom of Heaven. the grace of God which was with me!’ ”- Charles pastimes and sometime of a sad gravity. A man for Like Sir Thomas More’s character in this play Rev Fred Nile is a mentor for our times and Spurgeon. all seasons.” -Robert Whittington. Rev Fred Nile, In A Man For All Seasons, by playwright Robert therefore thousands are loyal to him because of “Blessed are they that do hunger and thirst like Thomas More, is far more balanced than his Bolt, we see a man, much like Rev Fred Nile, his loyalty to our Lord Jesus Christ. Joshua was after righteousness” (Matthew 5:6) opponents. who exercises his conscience unlike many of both loyal to his God first and then to Moses also. “… and therefore, supremely blessed are Rev Fred Nile is truly a man for all seasons his counterparts (such as the ambitious Thomas If we serve men and women of God, then loyalty they who thirst after the righteous one” - Charles throughout his tumultuous career as a Reverend, Cromwell who could not resist the lure of power to them is a natural position. Spurgeon. Army Captain and Politician; this man has truly and wealth by treacherous means and manipulated When parliamentarians reign supremely worn the test of time. He has remained steadfast in the eyes of men, not following God’s laws, and unchanged in spite of those who have tried to they are committing treachery to the Kingdom persuade him in another direction. Rev Fred Nile of God, ‘For the Government is the Minister of hasn’t changed and will not change; he is an anchor God’ (Romans 13:4) Rev Nile epitomises the just as was Spurgeon, Wesley, Whitfield, Knox, Laws of God. He is a lawful man and that is why Wilberforce and Billy Graham before him. After our land will be blessed and our nation will be all, he is a man of great faith who has been quoted exalted through him but sadly when men seek as saying, “if the whole world turned from our Lord their own self-righteousness, our land will not be Jesus Christ and I was the only one left standing I blessed and therefore that sin will be a reproach Silvana’s parents. Maria and Pasquale welcome would not turn from my faith”. No matter what year to our nation. (2 Chronicles 7-14). Fred Nile at Maria’s 80th Birthday Party we are in, nor what season may come in personal, Rev Fred Nile is a man of dignity and social or political life, one needs to remain steadfast composure who exercises the fruits of the spirit: in faith and immovable, like Rev Fred Nile. love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness, Rev Fred Nile is a man for all seasons as he gentleness, faithfulness and self-control. A true is honest moral and lawful in his family, church, man of God for this season and every season government and community. No matter what past and yet to come. A righteous man of God temptation, corruption and bribery, hardship or who exhibits his faith with reverent humility power-hungry maliciousness has come his way he and obedience. What man would not give him has stood firm, exercising his Christian conscious loyalty when he is truly God’s faithful servant to Fred and Silvana Wedding Day 15th and remained faithful to his God even though bring righteousness to our land, to exalt Australia December 2013, at St Thomas Anglican thousands have tried to ‘boo’ him off his platform. to God’s Kingdom purposes and to fulfil its Church, North Sydney Rev Fred Nile has earned his titles because he is prophetic destiny as the great south land of the a great man in humility and obedience who serves Holy Spirit a mighty God. Ambition, power and wealth have Rev Fred Nile never receives the glory of never lured him otherwise. They mean nothing men, he always points straight up to heaven compared to his Salvation and to one day hearing whenever he receives accolades and gives it Jesus’ words’ “Well done, good and faithful straight back to God who is the One who truly servant” (Matthew 25: 21). deserves all the power and glory. Unfortunately, there will be many that who Rev Fred Nile is a man who is ready to cope have sold their souls for hungry ambition and the with contingency and whose behaviour is always praises of men, who will go down in history as appropriate for every occasion. Rev Fred Nile scoundrels, who provided false testimonies and is a man who would forfeit all that he has for his Rev Fred welcoming guests at Wedding without repentance will never see the glorious light belief in God; he is a ‘man for all seasons’, a true Rev Fred Nile professes his undying love Reception of God’s Kingdom (even though as Christians we Australian statesman, “for what shall it profit a man for Silvana at Wedding Reception

2014 Rev Fred and Silvana Nile lead Sydney Holy City March

Silvana Nile’s roaring 20’s birthday front Silvana and Fred, back row Alan and Marie Ficarra, Hon David and wife Marisa Clarke 2018

2014 Study Tour South Korea and China, Rev 2014 Rev Fred and Silvana Nile visiting new $5milion Happy Bride and Groom arrive for Wedding Reception Fred and Silvana Nile dollar Christian Church in China 11 FAMILY WORLD NEWS August 2019AD SPECIAL ISSUE: my legacy

2013 Rev Fred Nile (host) NSW 2011 Rev Nile’s Head on the plate Volume 27 No 9 September 2019 AD $4.00 (incl. GST) Editor-in-Chief Rev. Fred Nile M.L.C. E.D., LTh Parliamentary Prayer Luncheon with at Sydney Homosexual Mardi Gras, Judy Russell receiving Long-Service Guest Speaker NSW Auditor General Peter Parade, Sydney (cf to John the Baptist, Award from President of NSW Achterstraat with his wife and Hon Paul Head on a Plate) Legislative Council Hon Dr Meredith Green Burgmann INSIDE THIS ISSUE

2013 NSW Delegate paying their 2011 Rev Fred Nile and Hon Paul respects at Armenian Genocide Bexley 100th Church Anniversary Green at the Government House Memorial, Armenia reception, Sydney Who is my Grandfather?

By Matilda Nile He is the rock of our family and extremely important in the lives of Who is my Grandfather? My Pa is many. His faith is critically reflected a dedicated, warm-hearted and kind in his words and actions as he lives individual who places his family and out a life in the footsteps of Jesus. his work at the centre of his focus Pa is accepting of all people and in life. Growing up, spending time withholds the ability to influence playing dominos and indulging in others to follow their faith and Iced Vovos with my grandparents express their love to God. was the highlight of my life in its In addition to this, my Grandpa is entirety. Both Pa and my beautiful the reason I have decided to follow Nana Elaine, played significant his footsteps in relation to a career roles in the development of my core in the Defence Force. Not only Fred and Matilda Nile beliefs and values of family first and has he shown his dedication to his to trust that everything happens for beliefs and demonstrates them country through his current career, a reason. extensively throughout the way he but also through his 22 years of Rev Fred Nile and Silvana Nero Whether we are watching World addresses oncoming issues. service in the Australian Army. Pa is War II movies or munching down Although Pa is frequently also the Grandfather of 8 beautiful on a donut at my 18th birthday depicted as a very serious individual, Grandchildren; Joshua, Jessica, Rev. Hon Fred Nile: A Rev Hon Fred Nile MLC A Review of Rev Hon Frederick celebrations, I often find myself he knows how to crack a good Montana, Jack, Lily, Elijah, Briarna Fred Nile’s Legacy Continuing life of – A Man After God’s Fred Nile- An John Nile - ‘A man smiling when in the presence of my joke and lighten the mood in any and myself, as well as one gorgeous Achievement Own Heart Autobiography. for all Seasons! by Rev Dr Ross Grandfather. situation. Apart from his family and great-grand-daughter Lily Rose. Clifford by Hon David by Greg By Bill By Silvana He is an influential and his work, nothing makes Pa happier And that’s who Fred Nile is, and I inspirational figure and his driven Clarke Bondar Muehlenberg Nile than seeing the waiter bring over a for one can say that I am proud of all Pages 1,6 ambition is often illuminated in his good old serving of Fish n Chips. My my grandfather’s achievements and Pages 1,10 Pages 5,10 Page 7 Page 11 parliament work. Despite societal Grandpa is like any other, although could not be more lucky to call him changes, Fred remains true to his is special in more ways than one. my Pa.