By J Lee Grady — Originally published in Charisma News. After Fidel Castro’s death on November 25, journalists, Hollywood entertainers and heads of state described the Cuban leader as an “iconic figure,” a “tireless advocate for equity” and “a champion of the poor.” Never was it so obvious that the […]
Opinion
Counting our blessings
[notice]A monthly column by Vivienne Solomons who is a legal consultant who passionately believes that God wants His people to make a difference right where they are and to stand up for what is true and just. She is also passionate about encouraging young women to walk victoriously with God […]
My bestie got saved!
[notice]A new monthly column for young ladies by Kate Fitz-Gibbon[/notice] Are you ready for the harvest? My Bestie Got Saved! And she is radical now! So radical that she says she’s literally on fire and crazy in love. It is one of the most beautiful things in this life when […]
Why the ‘silent majority’ are silent — and why they must speak up
[notice]A monthly column on purpose, passion and power in Jesus.[/notice] They called themselves, “the silent majority.” The people who supported Donald Trump that is. The world was FLABBERGASTED when he won. Oh! The horror! The absolute mayhem! For days I’d been glued to BBC World, watching the drama unfold. It […]
Looking forward to 2017 and 5777
As we draw to the end of this year 2016 but more importantly as we have already entered into the Hebrew year 5777 we must be cognisant of what lies ahead in the Spirit. Paul writes and encourages us to be wise and prepared for that we may face. Jesus’s […]
Effective aftercare for human trafficking survivors
[notice]A new fortnightly column by a team of real people dedicating their lives to the fight against human trafficking, exploitation and social injustice. This week’s writer is Robyn Leigh Curran. She gives us a look inside the thinking behind her PhD dissertation.[/notice] National Human Trafficking Resource Line Human trafficking and […]
The ultimate sacrifice
My hymn of praise to the greatest hero of all As tributes were paid over the weekend to all who sacrificed their lives in modern conflict – with special reference to the horrors of the Somme 100 years ago – I thought of the part my own ancestors played. There […]
The hope and future of economic transformation on the African continent
CEO of Crossover Transformation Group and transformational entrepreneur Patrick Kuwana identifies core identity issues that keep Africa from harnessing its amazing human and economic potential — and points the way to healing. This message which he presented at the global Christian Economic Forum in Durban earlier this year was recognised […]
Battle ensues over Balfour
Shocking anti-Semitism as Britain prepares to celebrate As British Christians prepare to celebrate a famous milestone in Jewish history, battle lines are being drawn up and some shots have already been fired in anger. Passions of indignation from left-wing politicians and others are being stirred in response to plans for […]
The bible on trial
The Church in South Africa is facing a two-pronged onslaught to its mission to preach the gospel without interference from the State. This threat comes from the CRL Rights Commission and the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. The CRL Rights Commission, which interviewed church ministers and religious leaders across […]