Believers of all denominations across the world, will unite for the first time on Sunday October 27 in 24 hours of prayer — for the media, arts and entertainment industries. The idea for the prayer day was born out of a shared vision to support people working in both the […]
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TWR marks 50 years of broadcasting to Africa
Dignitaries and international guests will gather in Eswatini on November 1 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Christian broadcasting from TWR, also known as Trans World Radio. “Since 1974, God has used TWR’s broadcast station in Eswatini to reach Africa with the Good News of Jesus,” said TWR Interim President […]
Artful Faith: A heart for art — the journey of Nickey Ras
A column in which Marzanne Slabbert explores the enigmatic fusion of faith and art in South Africa. Join her on an artistic journey and explore the many ways in which God is using the visual arts! It was a quiet weekday morning when I first met Nickey Ras — vibrant […]
World’s oldest-known Hebrew book now on display at Museum of the Bible
A recently unveiled exhibit at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC, is showcasing what is believed to be the world’s oldest Jewish book. The 12.7cm by 12.7cm book was unearthed in Afghanistan and is comprised of Sabbath morning prayers, poems that tie back to the Old Testament, and […]
‘All glory to Jesus’: How TikTok sensation Forrest Frank became Dove Award New Artist of the Year
Orignally published in CBN TikTok sensation Forrest Frank is taking the Christian music industry by storm with his feel-good songs that celebrate God’s goodness and blessings. The 29-year-old was recently named GMA Dove Award New Artist of the Year, and he told the audience that while he is thankful for […]
Prayer breakfast on October 7 for healing of SA-Israel relations
An inaugural South Africa — Israel Prayer Breakfast to pray for the healing and restoration of SA’s relationship with Israel will take place in Pretoria on Monday October 7. The prayer initiative is being launced 50 years after the Yom Kippur War which started on October 6 1973 and on […]
‘The Chosen’ being translated into 600 languages
Originally published in CBN The popular TV series about the life of Jesus, The Chosen, is being translated into over 600 languages said Stan Jantz, President and CEO of Come and See, a nonprofit leader in the Bible translation industry. “This has never been done for a TV show of any […]
Instagram makes teen accounts private; watchdog group hails ‘major victory’
Originally published in The Christian Post Instagram has announced that it’s making the accounts of teenagers private in an attempt to make the social media platform safer. In an announcement on Tuesday, the platform said it was introducing what it calls “Instagram Teen Accounts,” with the privacy measures being made “to reassure […]
‘The Passion of the Christ’ sequel takes shape as Mel Gibson scouts Malta
Originally published in crosswalk.com According to a new report, Mel Gibson is scouting locations in Malta for the sequel to the 2004 blockbuster The Passion of the Christ and could begin production as early as 2025. That sequel, The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection, has long been anticipated by fans and is expected to explore […]
Ancient Christian mosaic containing one of earliest references to Jesus’ divinity unveiled
Originally published in The Christian Post An ancient mosaic located near what’s believed to be the site of the prophesied battle of Armageddon in Israel contains a reference to Jesus as God, providing insights into early Christian worship during a time when the Roman Empire still persecuted followers of Christ. […]