Originally published in Baptist Press When Commonwealth of Faith Church in Redford, Michigan, decided to close vacation Bible school with an antique car show on August 27, the date conflicted with Crusin’ Hines, an annual car show that attracts thousands. “‘You guys just need to close yours,’” Crusin’ Hines enthusiasts […]
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Relinquishing control to the One who is always in control
At the beginning of July, I fell and fractured one of the bones in my arm. No big deal, really — some discomfort and a custom brace, and I was on the mend again. But at the end of July, I fell again, however this time I broke both bones […]
Crammed with Heaven: Are you someone who sees?
A monthly column in which Jenni Pretorius Hill shares stories of hope which bring Heaven’s perspective to Earth The first 10 minutes of the movie Sound of Freedom are the worst. From the first frame you recognise what’s coming is the stuff of nightmares. Except none of the trauma is […]
Retired policewoman marks Women’s Month with food gift to disabled centre
The Tembisa Self Help Association of the Disabled (T-SHAD) recently received a generous donation of food groceries contributed by Norkem Park-based retired Lieutenant-Colonel Ntombizakhe Mcaba to mark Women’s Month. “As a woman I want to make a difference in my community by helping the needy and supporting them to be […]
Female tennis star gives glory to Jesus after major win
Originally published in The Christian Institute One of the world’s top female tennis players has given thanks to God after winning a major US tournament. Coco Gauff, who is a member of Saint John Missionary Baptist Church in Florida, won the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati, Ohio, having already […]
Transforming A Nation: a prophetic dream for SA
In the latest episode [see below] of the twice-weekly podcast, Transforming A Nation with Janet Brann-Hollis, Janet, of SA Back to God interviews Dr Irma Simpson about a prophetic dream she had for South Africa that reveals keys to the Church for gates to open. Each week we will be […]
Outcome of electoral law challenge ‘in God’s hands’
After two days of intense debate on matters which directly affect next year’s general election and go to the heart of South Africa’s democratic system, the Constitutional Court yesterday reserved judgment on two applications challenging the constitutionality of the Electoral Act. With the clock ticking into the limited time available […]
Suzanne’s story (Part 2): First three people she prayed for were totally blind
In Part 1 of Suzanne’s story she shared how a horse played a key part in her coming to Jesus when she was a young riding instructor. In fact, she says, she has learned much from horses that has helped her to be used powerfully by God in the international […]
The veil is lifted: Jewish art student flooded with joy and peace — Charles Gardner
As a part-Jewish South African, it was a special delight for me to meet up recently with a compatriot who was among the pioneers of Messiah’s People. This is the name given to the Gospel work among South Africa’s Jewish community sponsored by CMJ (Church’s Ministry among Jewish people), a […]
Britain’s shameful betrayal: Christians to express their sorrow over detention of Jews in Mauritius-Charles Gardner
British Christians will soon be expressing their deep sorrow and shame for the detention on a remote island of Jewish people escaping Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II. A commemoration and reunion will take place on the Indian Ocean territory of Mauritius from September 6-8, recalling the trauma experienced by […]