Originally published in Christianity Today When director Brian Ivie started working on the film The Drop Box, he thought that he would be weaving his artistic vision and magic into the film. But instead, the film worked a miracle on him. “I became a Christian while making a movie. And […]
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Ground breaking Lumo Project bringing all four Gospels alive on film
The Gospel of John, the first of four feature length films of the four Gospels undertaken by the Lumo Project, will be debuted on BBC Two in the United Kingdom this Easter, says a press release received by Gateway News this week. The four films are word-for-word renditions of the Gospels […]
Faith Broadcasting Network partnering with Parables TV to bring premium Christian entertainment
Faith Broadcasting Network has entered into an agreement with Parables TV to bring premium Christian entertainment to all its viewers, says FBN in a press release. Parables TV was developed to provide families with an alternative to traditional network television. The programs offered are thought provoking, uplifting and will inspire […]
Afrika Mhlophe completes new book on Christianity and culture
“Freed By God But Imprisoned By Culture” is the provocative title of a new book by Port Elizabeth pastor and author Afrika Mhlophe. Mhlophe says the idea for the book came to him while he was writing his first book, “Christianity and the Veneration of the Dead” which was released […]
Lukewarm: DVD Review
DVD Review by Val Viljoen Luke Rogers is at a crossroad in his life. He has been a follower of Jesus, but lack of forgiveness towards his father for walking out on him and his mother when Luke was a young boy threatens to drive him towards wrong decisions. He […]
#PrayingforMark: Thousands praying for Casting Crowns singer Mark Hall following cancer diagnosis
Christians from around the world have united to pray for Mark Hall, lead vocalist for the Christian worship band Casting Crowns, following the announcement that he will be undergoing surgery due to a recent cancer diagnosis. The “Who am I” singer posted the sobering announcement via a Facebook message on […]
Relevant ‘Blood Speaks’ will be staged in Bloemfontein in April
Blood Speaks, an ambitious stage production for the whole family which will be presented at the Sand Du Plessis Theatre in Bloemfontein on April 9, 10 and 11, asks questions that are relevant in an age when ISIS and other Islamist groups are committing atrocities agains Christians and other groups, […]
13 hour Burn at Storehouse, PE
Red hot worshipers are invited to be a part of 13 hours of nonstop worship at BURN this Friday (February 27, 2015) starting at 19h00 at The Storehouse Church at 36 Vitry Ave, Lorraine, Port Elizabeth. “Unified worship attracts Gods heart, ultimately Jesus is returning for ONE Bride, ” says Pete […]
Ten Commandments — The Age of Exodus: DVD review
DVD Review by Anna Heydenrych Genre: Drama; Lead Performer: Dougray Scott; Performers: Naveen Andrews (Lost), Omar Sharif; First released in 2006 as a TV mini series; Released 2014 as two-part feature movie Ten Commandments brings us the story of Moses (not for the first time) in a two part feature […]
“Old Fashioned” movie earns rave reviews despite sharing release date with 50 Shades
Originally published in Gospel Herald Old Fashioned, an independent film about Godly romance created by the makers of “God’s Not Dead,” has garnered massive box office success and received rave reviews from critics in its opening weekend. The film, which hit theaters Valentine’s Day weekend, portrays a former frat boy […]