Originally published in Christian Today The trial of Oscar Pistorius is dominating the headlines and brought with it much contention. The South African athlete, a world-class Paralympian blade runner and the first ever double-amputee to participate in the Olympic Games, stands charged with the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp – a world […]
Opinion
Sharpen your swords!
[notice]A response to what is happening prophetically in the world today — A monthly column by Julie de Lisle[/notice] I am not sure about you, but The Bible is the most important book I own. The Bible Is My Standard. It is “a lamp to my feet and a light […]
Compiling a song list for true worship
[notice]Hugh Wetmore is a songwriter and student of worship trends. He invites you to join the worship conversation by commenting on his monthly column.[/notice] A number of writers on “How to Lead a Worship Service” suggest that the SONG LIST be drawn up. Excellent idea. But well known Worship Leader […]
Death and life are in the power of the tongue
[notice]A monthly column in which KWAKANYA NDLELENI shares testimonies of young people who are radical for Jesus.[/notice] “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Proverbs 18:21 Have you ever thought of taking back some of the hurtful words […]
The challenges of Christian dating
[notice]Revivalist Shannon-Leigh Barry shares her wit and passion and the pursuits of her 20something heart in a monthly column that speaks to the desires of young adults in today’s Christian society. [/notice] My experience in the dating field is filled with many memories, all of which came before I met Jesus. […]
Has the DA abandoned its position on Israel?
ACDP only party to oppose anti-Israel statement By Gareth van Onselen — Originally published in Business Day Live THE Democratic Alliance (DA) has always maintained a balanced position on the Middle East and the Israeli-Palestine conflict. It advocates a two-state solution that recognises the right of Palestinians to self-determination and […]
Three keys to sustaining revival 20 years after the Toronto Blessing
By Larry Sparks — Originally published in Charisma News A month ago a significant anniversary was reached — the 20th anniversary of the Toronto Blessing, a powerful renewal of the Holy Spirit that has significantly impacted the world and is producing sustained spiritual fruit to this very day. So what’s […]
Still together in a ‘Heaven on earth’ marriage
[notice]A monthly column on marriage, family and relationships.[/notice] 21 April 2001 was the day I got married to my beloved sweetheart!!!!!!!The moment the pastor pronounced us as husband and wife something shifted in our relationship. From that moment I was more than his friend I was his helpmeet. He was […]
Worship leader burnout
[notice]Hugh Wetmore is a songwriter and student of worship trends. He invites you to join the worship conversation by commenting on his monthly column.[/notice] A recent post from TGC Worship commented that ‘Worship Leader Burnout’ was even more common than ‘Pastoral Burnout’. It expressed this graphically: “If preaching/teaching pastors are […]
I am my Beloved’s and He is mine.
[notice]A monthly column in which KWAKANYA NDLELENI shares testimonies of young people who are radical for Jesus.[/notice] It’s really so easy to lose oneself in the now; the trials, the tribulations and the adversities. So much easier to be complacent and find comfort in pain that anything that amounts […]