Our way or God’s way: sand or rock What happened? Elections took place in a fairly peaceful climate across the country. Despite the heat in the build-up to the elections between the ANC, DA and EFF, this speaks of maturity setting in among South Africa’s voters and voting system. While […]
Opinion
The elections — through a Kingdom lens: Cheryllyn Dudley
Why I voted at this election, why I voted as I did It was a privilege and an honour to once again vote in a democratic election in South Africa. And ‘once again’ I voted African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) because, as a Christian, I am convinced that it is […]
God’s foolishness outshines Olympic gold
[notice]A monthly Christian sport column by Cobus Kruger, a professional triathlete who is passionate about evangelism, leadership and community development through sport.[/notice] It is August 2008. There are a lot of exciting things happening in my life: I’m in the third year of my Theological study degree; I have been […]
Hungering for the Spirit — and birthing a new sound
There was something extraordinary about Thursday night. Why would people patiently line up in the chilly night air waiting to be seated an hour before the service? The air was pregnant with faith as stories were exchanged of great miracles wrought and hopes of breakthrough were whispered and carried on […]
Life is too short for unforgiveness
[notice]A fortnightly column on marriage, family and relationships.[/notice] Life is too short to live it trapped in unforgiveness, living with hate and living with regret. In the last week alone I have heard of three deaths. Three husbands who left their wives with the reality that they have to continue […]
Be prepared for a season of change
This is undoubtedly a season when change is beginning to happen. We would be wise to keep our lamps well filled like the five wise virgins — that is to be prayerful and vigilant in the Word of God for His direction. With all the political and economic change taking […]
Ackson King Mwami — on interviewing God
[notice] A monthly column in which Kwakanya Nazo shares stories, interviews and testimonies of young people from all walks of life who are radical for Jesus and live to see change and transformation in and around them.[/notice] This month on ChosenKwakes’ corner we had the wonderful opportunity of talking to […]
Loving our neighbours — all of them
With the ongoing racial tension in South Africa one cannot help but silently pray for God’s divine intervention for our nation. Recently we’ve heard people publically using the bible to justify racism that diminishes black people. This makes one wonder — does God choose one race over another? Certainly not, […]
Handling words with wisdom and grace
Words have a dramatic effect on what we know, how we interact with people and the decisions we ultimately make. Words can influence us, inspire us or just as easily bring us to tears. Think for a moment how words have shaped and changed your life: Marry me! It’s a girl! […]
Cooking a marriage that withstands the heat
[notice]A fortnightly column on marriage, family and relationships.[/notice] It is amazing how you can be doing an activity for years and miss the revelations and lessons it has. Cooking is very much part of my life as it is for many others but it was recently that the precious Holy […]