Opinion

SA v Israel case testing vulnerability of international legal system to modern lawfare

Originally published in thinc The ICJ proceedings in South Africa v. Israel have drawn an unprecedented number of state interventions, reflecting the case’s growing geopolitical and legal significance. A broad coalition of countries — including Spain, Ireland, Turkey, and several Latin American states — has intervened in support of South Africa’s interpretation […]

Purim in a time of war: enduring message of Esther in modern Middle East

By Rachel Kalidass, Prayer and Repentance Movement As Purim or the biblical Feast of Esther was celebrated this week, the headlines are filled with news of escalating conflict in the Middle East involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. Sirens, airstrikes, diplomatic tensions, and military mobilisation dominate global attention. Yet, […]

Are prophetic words still valid when leaders fall? SA’s Alwyn Uys responds to Shawn Bolz controversy

By Abby Trivett — Originally published by Charisma Media In the wake of growing controversy surrounding allegations of false prophecy and sexual abuse tied to Shawn Bolz and the subsequent response issued by Bethel Church, many are asking a deeply personal question: If a prophetic leader falls, was any of it […]

FOR SA “fact-checks” CRL claims

Freedom of Religion South Africa (FOR SA) has conducted a “fact-check” of statements by CRL chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva and Rev Dr John Maloma acting chairperson of the CRL’s Section 22 committee for the Christian sector. Under FOR SA scrutiny were statements by the two in press conferences and media interviews […]

Iran’s Spiritual Revolution

Iranian-born defender of persecuted Christians and author Marziyeh Amirizadeh, who immigrated to the US after being sentenced to death in Iran for converting to Christianity, shares her views on the spiritual state of Iran and what might be “when Iran is free” Originally published in Crosswalk Most people refer to […]