Jerusalema, the uplifting global hit song from South Africa by Master KG that has got the world dancing through lockdown has inspired SA Friends of Israel (SAFI) to host a virtual “prayer for Jerusalem” event at 12.30pm on Friday. “We would like to celebrate the global success of this remarkable song […]
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True short story: The girl who died on the streets — Mark Roberts
It was bitterly cold as the young Rebekah wandered down the frost-laden streets of the old city. Most people were in bed, snuggled up next to loved ones or sitting in front of the evening fire. Rebekah had no family and the only thing on the young girl’s mind was […]
Docu-series brings biblical and modern Israel alive, says Loyiso Bala
The Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) Africa Channel Director, Loyiso Bala, was in Israel in December to film Israel Unveiled. The 6-part docu-series covers historical biblical sites such as the Sea of Galilee, the Garden tomb, Via Dolorosa, Magdala, The City of David, among others. It is an exploration of modern […]
Worship South Africa taking to streets in new phase of God’s plans
A call on nation to bring hope through acts of kindness, worship By Julita Kok, Worship South Africa Since the Lord spoke to Christelle Combrink (Artist Stella and also part of the duo DuisLig) in March 2020, right at the beginning of lockdown, on His plans for Worship South Africa, […]
‘The Chosen’: Record-breaking TV series about Jesus to begin taping second season despite pandemic
Originally published in The Christian Post The first-ever multiseason show about Jesus, The Chosen, was officially given the green light to begin production of season two. VidAngel, a streaming company that allows users to filter language, nudity and other content from mainstream entertainment, announced on Thursday that the company’s groundbreaking […]
Could global hit song from SA be a prophetic sign?
This week I learned about a viral South African song that has got people around the world taking up the #JerusalemaDanceChallenge. Tshego Motaung Gateway News columnist and national coordinator of the Hope, Healing and Restoration campaign led by Chief Justice Mogoeng told me that the song Jerusalema became a global hit during […]
Christian Liberty books produces video to celebrate 25th anniversary
Christian Liberty Books (CLB) is celebrating 25 years of providing quality Bible based resources for home education, missions, evangelism, Christian history, creation science, reformation and revival, says CLB in a media release. To mark the ocassion the ministry has produced a video promoting its resources: click here to view the […]
Hymns and contemporary worship songs: principles and preferences (3 out of 3) — Hugh Wetmore
It is dangerous to allow our musical preferences to divide the Church. We disobey Jesus when we allow our preferences to erode the unity for which Jesus prayed. All believers, young and old, white and black, are one in Christ. Worship together. Sing together. Serve together. Witness together. Because this […]
Tom Hanks film ‘Greyhound’ highlights faith, sanctity of life amid adversity
By Leah MarieAnn Klett — Originally published in The Christian Post In the new Tom Hanks film Greyhound, protagonist Ernie Krause is a man guided by his Christian faith amid the horrors of war — something director Aaron Schneider acknowledges makes the World War 2 drama all the more compelling. […]
True short story: The girl under the stars — Mark Roberts
It was 2am when I jolted up in bed; there was a banging on my bedroom door: “Mark, we can’t find Cathy!” cried Jenny. The look on her face startled me and I knew the girls were worried. Cathy was a quiet lady who had come to the farm for […]