Maranatha Drive

Bible Corner | Impact of Christian Missionaries

We’re hearing stories from people involved in mission work, reaching God’s people where they are and making a difference for this world and for the world to come. Hopefully, we can all be inspired in some way to make a mark as well. Today, we’re going to hear from yet…

29 Oct 2024 20 min

Special Feature | Ride for Smiles Campaign Awareness

Have you heard about Ride for Smiles? We’re joined on the line by Itu Maboye on behalf of Ride for Smiles, to speak to us about what this campaign is all about, and how we can get involved and make a difference.

28 Oct 2024 13 min

VOP Lesson | The Importance of Baptism

Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God.” (John 3:5) Clearly baptism is something that is very important for every Christian, so let’s break down why.

28 Oct 2024 11 min

Lifestyle | Breast Cancer Awareness

An understanding of breast health and breast cancer is important, regardless of where you are in your journey, or whether or not it has directly affected you in your own life. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re continuing our talk with Dr. Atolagbe about breast cancer.

25 Oct 2024 17 min

Fundamental Beliefs | The Experience of Salvation

Knowing that our future is secure gives us peace that transcends tough times. How exactly we come to that knowledge is the focus of our conversation today.

25 Oct 2024 8 min

Legal | Patent Laws

Once you have conceived or developed an invention, it is time to patent that invention. However, the patenting process can be time consuming and complicated.

24 Oct 2024 19 min

Fundamental Beliefs | The Experience of Salvation

Without a Saviour, humanity was doomed. God’s law had been broken. And to prevent a sinful existence from lasting forever, the penalty was death.

24 Oct 2024 9 min

Bible Corner | Exploring the Nature of Sin

In the conversation about the nature of sin and its consequences, in many cases, we as humanity judge the gravity of the sin by the weight of its consequences. That’s why we have so called “white lies” which are considered harmless. Even our justice system does not punish every crime…

24 Oct 2024 18 min

Transformation | Leadership & Governance (Graceflow Series)

We’ve had an enlightening few weeks speaking on leadership and governance in our graceflow series with Ps. Mvunelo, and today we end our time together with a lesson on leadership and vision.

23 Oct 2024 27 min

Fundamental Beliefs | The Experience of Salvation

In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God. But what exactly does that mean?

23 Oct 2024 10 min

Bible Corner | Exploring the Nature of Sin

One of the most discouraging and frustrating parts of the story of the origin of sin – one may even call it unfair – is the fact that we, who were never part of the interaction between Eve and the serpent, are now facing the consequences for her rebellion.

23 Oct 2024 25 min

Family | Relationships

Over the last few weeks we’ve been talking about the ‘otherness’ of the other, in the context of relationships, in our series led by Nokhanyo Ndlovu. We continue with our conversation with another important lesson to help us enrich our relationships.

22 Oct 2024 18 min

VOP Lesson | Why Should I Be Immersed?

While most, if not all, Christian denominations believe in the importance of baptism, there are so many teachings and methods that are performed. However, we, as Seventh-DayAdventist believe that Jesus was immersed at His baptism, and that this was a purposeful decision.

22 Oct 2024 10 min

VOP Lesson | Why Was Jesus Baptised?

We’ve learnt in our recent lessons that baptism symbolises dying to an old life of sin, but as we know, Jesus never committed a single sin. Today’s lesson will address why He was baptised, considering His record was perfect.

21 Oct 2024 11 min

Bible Corner | Exploring the Nature of Sin

This week, we’re going to be exploring the nature of sin and its consequences, and today we begin with a look at the origins of sin. How did things go wrong, in a perfectly created world?

21 Oct 2024 16 min

Lifestyle | Breast Cancer Awareness

Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the world, and in 2024, more than 360,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer. But there is hope. Advancements in early detection methods and support continue to increase the chances of survival. For the next few weeks, we will be learning…

18 Oct 2024 19 min

Fundamental Beliefs | The Life, Death and Resurrection of Christ

We have a God who is not only willing to go to such great lengths to save us, but who is also powerful enough to overcome death. Christ’s story does not end with death, but with resurrection and life!

18 Oct 2024 8 min

Legal | Lease Agreements

It's essential to understand the purpose, contents, legal requirements and tips for tenants and landlords when entering into lease agreements, and Nonkululeko Mkhwanazi joins us once again to give us some insights into what we need to know about lease agreements.

17 Oct 2024 15 min

Fundamental Beliefs | The Life, Death and Resurrection of Christ

The substitutional death of Jesus Christ is the ultimate sacrifice—the most loving, selfless act conceivable toward humanity.

17 Oct 2024 11 min

Bible Corner | Christian Ethics in Business

We’ve talked about the importance of Christian ethics in our relationships with our employers, employees, colleagues, as well as our responsibility to our investors etc. Today, we want to discuss how to maintain ethical standards in our relations with customers/clients, as well as regarding some socio-political issues as well.

17 Oct 2024 12 min