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Edward Mitford could never have imagined the extraordinary transformation of the desert wilderness through which he was travelling on horseback with his friend Henry Layard. The year was 1840 and the British diplomat was outlining his thoughts and plans for regathering the Jews to their ancient land, for which he […]
In this report on an important religious-freedom trial in the Grahamstown Supreme Court tomorrow, ChristianView Network founder Philip Rosenthal challenges the arguments of Rhodes University in support of its decision to expel Arthur Vamva Expelled Christian SRC candidate Arthur Vamva is taking Rhodes University to court on Thursday November 20 […]
Q: I’m dreading Christmas this year. The whole extended family will be in the same place together, and there’s a lot of unresolved conflict simmering just beneath the surface (some of it involving my household with others). Do you have any advice for navigating a tense and awkward situation? Graeme: […]
On Wednesday, November 19, award-winning Christian artist Forrest Frank took to social media to make sure people knew that a Christian artist who is charting on iTunes right now is not human. “I love progress and tools, but this one doesn’t sit right,” Frank wrote in the caption next to his Instagram video. “The No. […]
Originally published in CBN Formerly murderous militants in Nigeria are being transformed into spiritual warriors for Jesus Christ. And Christian widows whose husbands are victims of genocide in that African nation are also experiencing a powerful work of healing. The global Christian group Youth With A Mission (YWAM) reports God […]
The acclaimed South African band TREE63, released How Much Longer? on Friday November 21, marking their first new single in a decade, produced by John Ellis and Dave Langemann. Following a successful year of touring their classic hits, the release confirms months of promising studio work. How Much Longer? serves […]
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Originally published in The Christian Post The Mexican government has withdrawn a controversial bill that sought to regulate religious content on social media and digital platforms. Federal Deputy Arturo Ávila Anaya of the ruling Morena Party announced the decision that came after a strong wave of criticism from Evangelical leaders, […]
Originally published in Israel Today A high-level delegation of South African Christian leaders visited Israel in mid-November with a clear mission: to witness the reality on the ground, strengthen long-standing ties with the Jewish state and return home as “ambassadors for truth” at a time when diplomatic ties between Jerusalem […]
Originally published in My Christian Daily Russian authorities have intensified their campaign against unregistered Baptist congregations, banning several more churches in southern Russia under laws requiring state registration of religious organiszations. In October, courts in the Krasnodar Krai region ordered the dissolution of three Baptist congregations affiliated with the Council of […]
Originally published in CBN A move of the Holy Spirit took place in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina, over the weekend, as nearly 75 000 heard the Gospel and more than 9 000 people made decisions for Christ during a two-night outreach hosted by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association […]
In this week’s podcast Janet Brann-Hollis asks: “How does honour lead to greater revelation?” Each week we publish the latest episode of the podcast which can be viewed at the following YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5hLMkCPnQ9TfBC-mbDNiUw
This week’s podcast deals with the various functions of the prophets, specifically within politics. Each week we publish the latest episode of the podcast which can be viewed at the following YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5hLMkCPnQ9TfBC-mbDNiUw
In this week’s podcast Janet Brann-Hollis discusses the various types and functions of the prophets called to speak to the political and governmental realms. Each week we publish the latest episode of the podcast which can be viewed at the following YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5hLMkCPnQ9TfBC-mbDNiUw
In this video, Freedom of Religion SA (FOR SA) executive director Michael Swain and FOR SA attorney Liesl Pretorius delve deeper into why FOR SA believes that the controversial bill is a thinly veiled threat to religious freedom. Last week Gateway News published an article by FOR SA explaining the […]
US missionary pilot Ryan Koher, 33 who was provisionally released from prison in Mozambique last week, together with two South Africans, WJ du Plessis, 77, and Eric Dry, 65, has shared a video in which he thanks Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) co-workers and others who have prayed for him and […]
Africa Christian Action produced the video below to capture their recent 2023 March for Life to Parliament and prayer vigil and repentance service outside the gates of Parliament. They have held these events every year on the anniversary of the legislation of abortion on demand in South Africa on February […]
When Reini Coetzee wheeled his wooden cross over the Beit Bridge accompanied by supporters who had driven 2 000km from Cape Town to bless him as he entered Zimbabwe, he had no idea what lay ahead of him. Then God sent two “angels” to meet him on the other side […]
By Christian Solidarity Worldwide The Global Coalition on Freedom of Religion in Nigeria (GCFRN), a group of concerned individuals in Nigeria and in the diaspora, has sent an open letter to the Nigerian Senate President and the Speaker of the House of Representatives stressing the urgent need to address violations […]
On Wednesday, November 19, award-winning Christian artist Forrest Frank took to social media to make sure people knew that a Christian artist who is charting on iTunes right now is not human. “I love progress and tools, but this one doesn’t sit right,” Frank wrote in the caption next to his Instagram video. “The No. […]
Originally published in The Christian Post The Mexican government has withdrawn a controversial bill that sought to regulate religious content on social media and digital platforms. Federal Deputy Arturo Ávila Anaya of the ruling Morena Party announced the decision that came after a strong wave of criticism from Evangelical leaders, […]
Originally published in Israel Today A high-level delegation of South African Christian leaders visited Israel in mid-November with a clear mission: to witness the reality on the ground, strengthen long-standing ties with the Jewish state and return home as “ambassadors for truth” at a time when diplomatic ties between Jerusalem […]
“There is a very clear and worrying disconnect between what the CRL claims publicly and what the CRL is actually trying to build behind the language,” said DA MP and member of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Marina van Zyl. She was addressing Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva […]
By Freedom of Religion South Africa A major constitutional dispute is now before the Gauteng High Court following the submission of a detailed 400-page application by the South African Church Defenders (SACD). At the heart of the case is the CRL’s controversial Section 22 Committee, which the founding papers allege […]
Originally published in Church Leaders Armed men attacked a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) congregation Tuesday evening in Eruku, Kwara state, Nigeria, killing three worshippers and abducting several others, including the pastor. The attack occurred just after members of the church gathered for a meeting. Witnesses said the attackers entered the church […]
Edward Mitford could never have imagined the extraordinary transformation of the desert wilderness through which he was travelling on horseback with his friend Henry Layard. The year was 1840 and the British diplomat was outlining his thoughts and plans for regathering the Jews to their ancient land, for which he […]
Originally published in Christian Today A late-night assault on a Catholic health facility in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo has left around 20 civilians dead, prompting renewed outcry from missionaries who say global leaders are failing to respond to escalating violence in the region. The attack unfolded on the late […]
