Book Review by Val Viljoen This newly released book takes the reader through the bible in forty chapters, each corresponding to a key bible chapter. The purpose is to explore the bible’s major themes and overall message in forty days. I welcomed the opportunity to get an overview of God’s […]
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Street preachers who quoted bible convicted in modern-day ‘heresy trial’
Two street preachers have today been convicted of a public order offence, after a public prosecutor claimed that publicly quoting parts of the King James Bible in modern Britain should “be considered to be abusive and is a criminal matter”. Prosecutor Ian Jackson also told the court that “although the […]
Schoolchildren get Valentine gift from Jesus — their own New Testaments
When Sandy Peasnall realised that Valentine’s Day was on a Tuesday — a day she and Shantelle Sutton minister at the school assembly at Walmer West Primary School in Port Elizabeth — she thought it might be a good idea to give every child in the school a chocolate on […]
Atheist doctor studies bible to expose Christian ‘hypocrisy’ but finds God’s peace instead
Originally published in Christian Today From the outside, Dr Greg Lehman was success personified: He had a highly profitable practice, a wife and two kids, a luxurious home, fancy cars and all the money in the world to buy nearly anything he wants. But this atheist doctor was still unhappy […]
Donald Trump to use childhood bible for inauguration
Originally published in CBN News/The Brody File When Donald Trump is sworn in as President of the United States tomorrow (Friday January 20) he’ll take the oath of office by placing his hand on his childhood bible that he’s owned for more than 60 years. He’ll also be using the […]
Colombian soccer player survives plane crash with bible in hand
Originally published in CBN News Helio Neto was traveling with the Colombian soccer team and other passengers when the plane crashed, killing 71 people. Although Neto is still in the hospital recovering from serious injuries, he thanks God for keeping him safe. What happened minutes before the crash has shocked […]
My Own Keepsake Bible — Edited by Carolyn Larsen: Book review
Book review by Val Viljoen If you are looking out for a children’s bible storybook that offers something a bit different, take a look at My Own Keepsake Bible. There are 172 stories from the Old and New Testaments, with 95 illustrations to colour-in. This means of course that kids […]
Africa Alive pedals for Tonga bible translation project
It was a beautiful, sunny day on Sunday November 20 2016, as cyclists hit the road for the 20th edition of the Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge. Wycliffe, a non-profit organisation located in Edenvale, entered a team called Africa Alive, to raise funds for the Tonga Bible Translation Project in Zimbabwe. […]
Head, heart and hands: Will it go well with you?
[notice]A monthly column that reflects on living in the Kingdom of God.[/notice] In my line of work, I am approaching a very emotional time of the year. Leading a church that is mostly made up of university students, we are about to say our goodbyes to a good number of […]
The bible on trial
The Church in South Africa is facing a two-pronged onslaught to its mission to preach the gospel without interference from the State. This threat comes from the CRL Rights Commission and the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. The CRL Rights Commission, which interviewed church ministers and religious leaders across […]