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There are many accounts starting from Genesis going right through to the New Testament of people building memorials to honour what God had done for and through people. In biblical times, this often referred to a statue, structure, or built-up stones.

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If you wait too long, the future is gone before you get there. What you put off until tomorrow, you’ll probably put off tomorrow, too. Success comes to the man who does today what others were thinking of doing tomorrow. The lazier a man is, the more

Survivalist and author Bear Grylls recently shared that he was baptised in the Jordan River, the same location where Jesus Christ was baptised. Grylls, best known for starring in the show, “Man vs. Wild” is outspoken about his Christian faith. Grylls

A decision by the Anglican Church of Southern Africa (ACSA) to declare Israel an apartheid state “is highly concerning” as it “portrays a false view of the conflict between the Palestinians and Israel,” says Bafana Modise, head of communications at S

Elections are drawing closer for South Africa. It is a time for deep reflection, prayer, and strategic action as we meditate on the future of the beautiful nation of South Africa and its prophetic and redemptive purpose. We cannot reflect on the futu

The men of Lud (Lydians) were famous archers (Isa 66:19). Goliath was about nine feet nine inches tall (1 Sam 17:4). Jesus taught from a boat two times: (Matt 13:1-3, Mark 4:1-2, and Luke 5:1-3). Have you ever put your fingers in your ears and made

With more than 3500 years of recorded history, China is one of the world’s oldest civilisations. It has over 1,4 billion people, a rich culture, and a volatile history. It is also known as a country that is unfriendly to Christians. So much so, that

The murder of George Floyd in May 2020 was followed almost immediately by the rise to prominence of the Black Lives Matter movement (BLM). However, as the masses rushed to bend the knee and raise the clenched fist, some dissention within the ranks so

Over the last few issues, I have shared four guiding principles that the early church lived by, in accordance with Acts 2:42. Apostolic doctrine, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer are listed as these four “quadrants”. They created a new c

Jesus, I believe that You died on the Cross for me. There You were wounded for my transgressions,You were bruised for my iniquities; and thepunishment for my peace was upon You. I have beenlike a lost sheep, I have turned to my own way,but I believe

In an ever-evolving world where values and beliefs collide, Christians often find themselves grappling with the concept of compromise. While taking a recent group of JOY! travellers to the seven churches of revelation in Turkey, I was once again conf

As I write, the Rugby World Cup is nearing an end, and Bok fever remains high in intensity, both in real life and on social media. So, with sport very much on the mind, it may be an appropriate time to consider how a Christian worldview impacts the a

In a world often shrouded in seriousness, it’s time for a joyful shift in perspective. Too many Christians walk through life with sombre expressions, eagerly anticipating the sweet embrace of heaven while missing out on the abundant blessings of the

Embracing a growth mindset for personal development Most of us, if we’re honest, are uncomfortable to expose our vulnerabilities and we’d probably prefer to operate in a zone where we know most things and aren’t challenged too often, for fear of get

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A few weeks ago, the days and nights of constant downpouring rain and deep howling winds felt strange. The little girl in me felt the desperate need to pray for those looking for shelter from the fierce weather in the dark of the night. The next morn

The greatest tragedy in life is not death, it is living a life without purpose. If you live without purpose, you feel dead before you even die. Jesus came to give us life, one with purpose. If you get hold of His mission, you will get a mission. The