Originally published in Persecution.Org It seems the frequency of jihadist attacks in Nigeria is matched only by the infrequency of successful prosecutions against the perpetrators. And even when these attacks take place near military bases, the response times are disturbingly slow. Many Nigerian Christians feel this chronic cycle of violence […]
Opinion
What can Ramaphosa do about ‘Kill the Boer’ chant?
Philip Rosenthal of ChristianView Network comments on President Ramaphosa’s stance on Julius Malema and that controversial song President Ramaphosa has defended himself from Trump’s challenge on Malema’s “Kill the boer, kill the farmer” chant, saying that he can’t simply arrest Malema, and that as a minority party they have a […]
Rick Warren urges Africa to lead global mission
Originally published in Christian Daily International Pastor Rick Warren addressed the General Assembly of the Association of Evangelicals in Africa last week, urging African Evangelical leaders to take the lead in fulfilling the global mission of the Church. He appeared on screen via livestream as he addressed participants of the […]
‘To get the Africa God wants, we need the African Church God wants,’ — Association of Evangelicals in Africa
Originally published in Christian Daily International Opening the 13th General Assembly of the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA), Bishop Dr Goodwill Shana delivered a far-reaching and impassioned keynote address calling the African Church to rediscover its prophetic identity and take full responsibility for the continent’s future. Held in Nairobi […]
Hope after ‘ambush’ and ‘shaking’ in the White House
Let’s hope and pray that good comes out of the Trump-Ramaphosa meeting yesterday. In my prayers ahead of the showdown I was mindful that President Donald Trump has been moving closer to God and that his improbable White House comeback through a gauntlet of state-orchestrated lawfare, two assasination attempts and […]
Pan-African family values event sparks LGBTQ activists panic!
By Errol Naidoo, Family Policy Institute The second Pan-African Conference on Family Values (PACFV) concluded on May 14 in Nairobi, Kenya. The PACFV adopted and released a declaration expressing its united resolve to protect the sanctity, integrity and constitutional protection of the family in Africa. Hosted by the African Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF), it welcomed government […]
How many Muslims convert to Christianity each year?
Originally published in Global Christian Relief In recent years, one of the most exciting trends in global Christianity has been the growing number of Muslims converting to Christianity. Stories from around the world point to a powerful spiritual awakening taking place in many Muslim countries. But just how many Muslims […]
JULITA EXPLORES: Encouraging God’s people serving amidst persecution, witchcraft
A monthly column in which Julita Kok shares on living adventurously with God It is the most wonderful thing to me that I am writing to you from Matema in Tanzania, right on the shores of Lake Malawi. As I am writing, I hear the soothing sound of the waves […]
Gospel lessons for today from Paul at the Aeropagus
Dr John Span, a senior lecturer at Mukhanyo Theological College, says Paul’s example (Acts 17: 16 – 34) of addressing the Areopagus (forum of leaders and thinkers) in Athens provides pertinent lessons for today on how to share the Gospel in a pluralistic society like our own The Apostle Paul […]
Will UK court ruling influence transgender restrooms policy in SA?
A landmark ruling given by the UK Supreme Court last Wednesday has set the tone for much thought and for the possible revision of policies that previously granted access to “transgender women” to use women’s restrooms. The unanimous ruling states that “transgender women” are not legally women and is therefore […]
