A new breed emerging; a door of hope “Heal the world; Make it a better place “For you and for me; and the entire human race “There are people dying; if you care enough for the living “Make a better place; for you and for me” It was exactly six […]
Opinion
Abuse of women and children : Could our leaders be part of the problem? — Tshego Motaung
“Never, never and never again shall it be that this beautiful land will again experience the oppression of one by another” – These are some of the inaugural words that Nelson Mandela spoke as he took office in 1994. At that moment, the nation’s hope for a better life was […]
Key US ministry leaders uniting to mobilise evangelists
Originally published in Charisma News Prophetic leader and author Shawn Bolz writes about a significant new campaign to re-ignite a passion for salvation in the US and a massive missions movement to the nations Lou Engle has completely transitioned his life from gathering people to intercede through his TheCall events […]
Stepping into our mission as women today — Vivienne Solomons
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 […]
‘Cry for freedom’ from Cape Town’s black professionals — Nomvuyo Xabela
Although the word freedom is used, rightfully, in different contexts today, it is a biblical concept. Freedom (of being and doing) is a central theme and value of Christianity (Kingdom citizenship), with Christ redeeming us and setting us free from sin (Galatians 5:1). We see “freedom” demonstrated well in the […]
Section 25: to amend or not to amend — Nomvuyo Xabela
The earth is the Lord’s The planet Earth, according to the Old Testament, is God’s conditional, covenantal gift to humankind. In the same way, the promise of the land of Canaan to the Israelites is conditional. “Although Yahweh (God) gives the land of Canaan to the Israelites as their inheritance, […]
Why South Africa should not decriminalise prostitution
Writing on the eve of SA’s National Women’s Day, ACDP MP Cheryllyn Dudley explains why legalising prostitution offer no benefits to women — only more profits to organised crime. “I have listened carefully to the many arguments for decriminalisation and am acutely aware of the difficult and even desperate situations […]
Ah! Sweet mystery of life — Michael Cassidy
A monthly column by Michael Cassidy, evangelist, author, Christian leader and founder of African Enterprise whose ministry in Africa and the world has spanned more than 50 years. Life is a funny thing. So poignant. So pleasurable. So painful. So full of promise. So made of mystery. I wonder how […]
Words of hope from Bill Johnson to community facing fire hell
One of the worst wild fires in California’s history has been raging in the north of the state for more than a week — spreading over more than 50 000ha, killing six people, destroying more than 1 000 homes and resulting in the evacuation of some 52 000 residents. At […]
Religious belief may justify “discrimination” — Adv Nadene Badenhorst
A recent article in Die Burger regarding the settlement agreement concluded between Christian author Gretha Wiid and the Human Rights Commission (HRC), states as follows: “You may be a Christian and practise your religion, but you cannot use it to discriminate against others”. This statement is an over-simplification and therefore […]