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Maranatha Drive

Maranatha Drive is an afternoon commute show combining contemporary Christian music with discussions on current events and biblical insights. It aims to keep listeners informed, inspired, and connected to their faith as they end their workday. The show offers a mix of uplifting music, commentary, and spiritual reflection for an entertaining and enriching journey home.
Monthly English South Africa Christianity
1,102 Episodes
560 – 580

Family | Family Tree & its Importance

A family tree is a visual representation of a person’s ancestry, tracing their lineage through multiple generations, depicting their direct lineage and ancestors from previous generations.
21 May 2024 14 min

VOP Lesson | The Time for the Judgment to Begin

As we’ve seen in previous lessons, the 70-week prophecy of Daniel 9:24-27 accurately predicted when Jesus would begin His public ministry and die on the cross. These 70 prophetic weeks (490 actual years) set the stage for an even longer time prophecy shown to Daniel.
21 May 2024 20 min

Bible Corner | Life: A Sum of Your Choices

In today’s conversation about choices, we’re talking about a very important choice in every person’s life – the choice between eternal life and condemnation. But do we actually have a choice in that regard? Or has God already chosen who will be saved?
21 May 2024 12 min

Education | Mental Effects of Distance Learning

Distance learning courses have grown in popularity, particularly since the pandemic years, because they allow students to complete coursework from anywhere in the world. Many programs also offer flexible scheduling options for working adults who don’t have a lot of free time available outside of work to attend traditional classes…
20 May 2024 14 min

VOP Lesson | The Assurance of Sins Forgiven

It’s something that many Christians grapple with – how can we know that we have truly been forgiven? Especially as fallible human beings who are constantly making mistakes and struggling to get things right. But thankfully the Word of God gives us insight through prophecy on where we stand with…
20 May 2024 14 min

Bible Corner | Life: A Sum of Your Choices

We’re starting on a new topic for this week, discussing the power of choice. We’ll be talking about where that power came from, and how it can and should be used responsibly, beginning today with answering the question of where that power even came from to begin with.
20 May 2024 12 min

Lifestyle | Causes of Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease is when the kidneys have become damaged over time and have a hard time doing all their important jobs. Today’s lesson focuses on the causes of kidney disease.
17 May 2024 18 min

Fundamental Beliefs | Baptism

Baptism is simply an outward expression of a Christian’s faith. Jesus’ example of baptism demonstrated his dedication to His Father in Heaven. Christians show their dedication to God through the biblical practice of baptism.
17 May 2024 21 min

Bible Corner | Faith vs. Works

Today we’re concluding our talk on faith and works with a few final lessons on how the two are related, and how we can grow our faith, as Christians.
17 May 2024 24 min

Legal | Subcontractors’ Agreements

A construction contract is an agreement between an employer (the property owner or its authorised agent) and a contractor to construct, repair, modify, renovate or even demolish something in an agreed time frame, for an agreed price and to agreed / acceptable standards. The main agreement is normally signed by…
16 May 2024 20 min

Fundamental Beliefs | Baptism

In the Bible we find John the Baptist preaching and baptizing believers. Luke 3 tells the story of John’s “preparing the way” for the coming of the Lord. Today we discuss where the practice of baptism originated.
16 May 2024 13 min

Bible Corner | Faith vs. Works

Let’s talk about works in the absence of faith. There are many organisations and individuals who do not claim to be Christians, but they do impactful work in places of great need. Can faith and good works exist apart from each other?
16 May 2024 25 min

Transformation | Managing Stressful Situations

It may seem like there’s nothing you can do about stress—no way to avoid it and no way to de-stress completely when it hits. The bills won’t stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day, and your work and family responsibilities will always be demanding. So if…
15 May 2024 17 min

Fundamental Beliefs | Baptism

When a new believer makes a commitment to Jesus Christ, baptism is an ideal next step. Let’s talk about what it means in the life of a new believer.
15 May 2024 9 min

Family | Favouritism

Children often see and understand more than adults might think, especially regarding who receives attention in the family. While admitting to having a 'favourite' child may be considered a parenting taboo, kids could feel intuitive about the existence of favouritism within their families.
14 May 2024 9 min

VOP Lesson | Christ Came on Time

The Bible assures us that the judgment in heaven is a reality. We are also assured that covered with Jesus’ righteousness, we can face the judgment unafraid. Is that all we can know about this judgment?
14 May 2024 17 min

Bible Corner | Faith vs. Works

Yesterday, we started off by outlining the meaning of faith, and as we continue with our conversation, we want to focus today on works.
14 May 2024 20 min

Education | Challenges of Private Tutoring

Private tutoring is a service whereby a single tutor or a small group of tutors works with a student to provide them with individualised instruction. While all students could benefit from services offered by private tutors, in particular, children with learning impairments or who are falling behind can benefit from…
13 May 2024 9 min

VOP Lesson | You Can Face the Judgment Unafraid

Daniel’s description of the judgment in Heaven is awe- inspiring, and also a little bit intimidating. Many look to the day of judgment with fear and trepidation. Let’s hear what today’s lesson has to say about that.
13 May 2024 17 min
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