Originally published in The Christian Post YouVersion founder and CEO Bobby Gruenewald says artificial intelligence holds enormous promise. But when it comes to answering questions about God and Scripture, he believes the technology is not yet ready. As the head of the digital Bible platform that now reports more than […]
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‘Sad news’ as House of Lords approves abortion up to birth
Originally published in Christian Today Christians have reacted with sadness after members of the House of Lords failed to back amendments that would have removed the decriminalisation of abortion up to birth from the Crime and Policing Bill. Baroness Monckton’s amendment sought to remove clause 208, which contains the decriminalisation […]
Remembering 1954 Sharpeville revival: SA’s forgotten spiritual heritage
By Rachel Kalidass, Awakening South Africa, Prayer and Repentance Movement South Africa has a rich spiritual history that is often overshadowed by its political and social narratives. Yet, long before many of the defining moments in the nation’s political journey, there were powerful seasons of spiritual awakening that transformed communities […]
If Iran opens, the Church must be ready with Bibles
By Dirk Smith — Originally published in The Christian Post Owning a Bible in Iran can cost you your safety, your freedom and even your life. Akbar’s underground study group learned that the hard way when their quiet Bible meeting ended in a raid, a beating, prison, and the disappearance of two of Akbar’s friends. Christians everywhere […]
God is a Zionist! — Charles Gardner
I make no apologies for what might seem to many as a provocative title. With all the heat engulfing the Middle East over Iran, I may be accused of stoking the flames. But it’s the truth. And let’s face it, the conflict is basically over the clear threat posed, principally […]
The battle is the Lord’s — Angus Buchan
1 Samuel 17:47 (NKJV): Then all this assembly shall know that the LORD does not save with sword and spear; for the battle is the LORD’s, and He will give you into our hands. That is exactly what the young shepherd boy, David, said to that ugly giant, Goliath. He […]
Friends in Sync hosting Gospel-worship live recording in Gqeberha
A collective of young Gospel musicians known as Friends In Sync is preparing to host a powerful live worship recording in Gqeberha (PE) on March 28. The recording titled Altar Moments, is an event that will blend authentic worship with contemporary Gospel music and will hosted at The Church Of […]
Focus on the Family: How much of our past should we share with new friends?
Q: My husband and I recently moved to a new city. As we make new friends we wonder how much of our personal story to share. We experienced significant marital issues and eventually divorced, but later reconciled and have remarried. Our old friends knew everything; is there any reason to […]
What I learned while visiting Eswatini — Afrika Mhlophe
As a result of my recent trip to Eswatini, I have learned a great deal about this landlocked African nation. Eswatini is the smallest country in Africa, with an area of 17 363 square kilometres. It is one of only a handful of absolute monarchies remaining in the world, with […]
‘Cautious’ optimism as faith leaders engage ANC leadership on religious freedom concerns
Freedom of Religion South Africa has expressed “cautious” optimism after attending a constructive engagement on Tuesday between senior leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) and senior leaders representing a broad coalition of South Africa’s faith communities. The meeting, held at Luthuli House and led by ANC Deputy Secretary General […]

