Last month we listened in to the Trinity discussing among Themselves how congregations are singing these days. This month we eavesdrop on a panel of three progressive worship leaders who have been evaluating the current Church scene. They discuss the same question: “How does the congregation sing?” “I think we […]
Opinion
History lesson for dictators — Charles Gardner
If I had lived during the centuries leading up to the coming of Christ and been given a glimpse of the 21st century world, I might well have been filled with a sense of déjà vu. The people of that time had witnessed the great expansion of empires – the […]
How archaeology has confirmed Luke’s account of the virgin birth
By Eddie Hyatt — Originally published in Charisma News Of the four Gospels, Luke gives the most detailed account of the nativity and mentions Mary 12 times, more than any other biblical writer. In addition to the birth of Christ, he also gives special, detailed attention to the birth of […]
Finishing the race together — Angus Buchan
One of my spiritual sons sent me a beautiful illustration of how geese fly in formation. As we know geese fly in a “V” formation, and this is in order to support one another. So the lead goose takes up the headwind, and all the others fly behind him. When […]
‘Star of Bethlehem’ showing up just before Christmas — Charles Gardner
Is this astronomical event a sign of the Second Coming? By UK Correspondent, Charles Gardner Hold onto your seats! The “Star of Bethlehem” will appear in the sky just before Christmas, according to astronomers1. No, this is not some sort of aerial nativity show or seasonal greeting – it’s the […]
Reflections on the changing political landscape — Afrika Mhlophe
I recently read a newspaper article suggesting that South Africa is getting close to becoming a failed state. This might sound alarmist to some people, but I can assure you that the signs are there. A failed state is one whose political or economic system has become so weak that […]
Sports chaplaincy Q&A with Bruce Nadin — JP Flugel
Good day my fellow sports enthusiasts and welcome to Team Talk. Today’s edition is a topic that is very close to my heart and that is sports chaplaincy. You are probably wondering what sports chaplaincy is. We invite you into the sheds today to explore this exciting ministry. I, myself, […]
Abortion: are we getting away with murder? — Johann McFarlane
See Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Global Challenge Expeditions have developed a webinar based on this article which can be presented to any group, free of charge, at a time that suits you, to be negotiated. Please send an email with you name and address […]
2020, the year of great transformation — Marian Fitz-Gibbon
2020 will be a year that will go down in history that’s not too dissimilar to that of some of the world wars that others have lived through. When we share our stories of what we’ve been through this year we will count the numbers of those that have made […]
Holding on and letting go — Vivienne Solomons
Holding on … letting go. All of life can seem like a constant dance of holding on to some things while letting go of others. This is true in business and in our personal lives as well. In fact, it is true of every area of our lives. But how […]

