Originally published in Daily Maverick Arguments in favour of the decriminalisation of ‘sex work’ is dubious. The focus should shift to reducing demand and addressing pimps, brothels and traffickers. For the past 17 years, I have had an insider’s perspective on the abuse, rape, torture and murder inflicted on persons […]
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Shawn Bolz offers prophetic perspective into deadly Easter bombings in Sri Lanka
Originally published in Charisma News Prophet, author and pastor Shawn Bolz shares a word in the wake of the terror blasts at churches and hotels in Sri Lanka yesterday. The death toll from the bombings has reached 290 and the atrocity has been linked to an Islamist group Anytime there […]
I’m not scared of storms any more — Hannah Viviers
When I was a little girl I was terrified of storms. Why? You may ask. Because in my mind storms meant Jesus was coming, and if Jesus was coming chances were He was going to leave me behind. So whenever a storm would come I would be in my room, […]
SA marching for Jesus on “True Freedom Day”
Christians in cities and towns throughout South Africa are expected to participate in Jesus Marches on Saturday April 27 in a display of unity and servant-heartedness, linked to a so-called “Christian great awakening” in the nation ahead of the May elections. Organisers have asked marchers to wear white as a symbol […]
Bid for independents to stand in elections headed for Constitutional Court as High Court dismisses application
The Western Cape High Court yesterday dismissed an application by the New Nation Movement (NNM) and others for the Electoral Act to be amended in time for independent candidates to stand in the May 8 election. Responding to the judgment last night, an unfazed-sounding Bulelani Mkohliswa, national coordinator of the […]
New PE City of Compassion’ group launches winter woollies drive and outreaches
A new Port Elizabeth inter-church, collaborative group called City of Compassion has launched a drive to collect blankets, winter woollies and Bibles for poor, homeless and unemployed people in the city. Group visionary, Patricia van Niekerk of the Salvation Army, Central, said she believes the Holy Spirit gave her the […]
Crack cocaine, knives surrendered during London church service
Originally Published in Premier Class A drugs and three “massive” knives were among a haul of items handed over at a Pentecostal church in London last weekend. Heroin, crack cocaine and five blades were surrendered at SPAC Nation by a “newcomer” following an altar call on Sunday, leaders said. Senior […]
Bethel Music releasing first feature film, ‘Bright Ones’
Originally published in Hallels.com Bethel Music in association with Fathom Events is screening its first-ever feature film, Bright Ones at select US theatres and churches on April 22. Following the lives of three students, each embarking on a journey to find their identity while attending a performing arts high school, the […]
9pm pre-election prayer group taking off
A prayer group called “9pm Call to Prayer” which started with a WhatsApp group of 43 people committed to pray for South Africa and the upcoming elections each evening, now has 2 300 members, says founding member Andre Harrison. “Last night alone over 200 joined the group,” he says in […]
WATCH: Prayer points for 21-day Election Day Fast — DAY 1 (April 18)
As South Africans begin a 21-day Election Fast today, SA Back To God emphasises that the act of fasting one daily meal or pursuing a Daniel fast, is not complete unless we also set aside some time to pray. Basic instructions for the fast, focusing on prayer strategy, are available […]