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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
1,627 Episodes
660 – 680

Life Matters | Education: AfriCAN Code Giveaway

One very lucky public primary school in a rural area is about to win a FULL week of interactive coding and robotics training for their teachers, and we’re joined by Tshego Dludla, the founder of AfriCAN Code, to tell us more about this giveaway, and what the lucky winner stands…
3 Feb 2025 9 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Where & When Will Hell Burn?

It’s a place that every Christian has dreaded ever since we heard of it; we live our entire lives so that we avoid that place by all means. Eternal damnation and separation from the God who loves us so much. But where exactly is this place? Is it some hole…
3 Feb 2025 14 min

Scripture in Motion | Christian Perspective on Mindfulness & Meditation

Like most practices of mental and physical wellness, mindfulness and meditation can be practiced in a purely secular fashion. But these are components of most, if not all major world religions, including Christianity. So what are they? And what is the Christian approach to practicing mindfulness and meditation?
3 Feb 2025 15 min

Life Matters | Legal: “Sunday Laws” Among Apartheid Acts Heading for Repeal

The Law Reform Commission has recommended a repeal of several apartheid-era laws, which it says do not belong in a constitutional democracy. The commission has put together an advisory committee to guide its work on the project to overhaul the outdated laws. One of the laws the commission has called…
30 Jan 2025 17 min

Scripture in Motion | Seeking & Extending Reconciliation

Let’s talk about church hurt. We all know that the church is made up of sinful, broken individuals in need of a Saviour. Many have come to church and found more pain within what is supposed to be a safe space, and it has hurt their relationship, not only with…
30 Jan 2025 13 min

Life Matters | Transformation: Leadership vs. Management

There is a growing perception that management and leadership are synonymous, which is far from the truth. In today’s conversation, we will explore the distinct differences between leader and manager, and learn how they can be most effective in the success of a team or organization.
29 Jan 2025 18 min

Life Matters | Education: Effects of Internet Addiction on Family Relationships

Internet addiction (IA) is defined as an overwhelming and uncontrollable drive to use the internet, frequently at the expense of one’s job, daily life, personal relationships, and overall well-being. But with internet use being a necessity for most people, how can we tell when we cross over from healthy to…
28 Jan 2025 19 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Jesus’ Final Heartbreak

Today we move on to Guide 23 of our discovery series, which is entitled “What and Where is Hell?” Our first chapter in this guide is about Jesus’ Final Heartbreak, and so we begin with an introduction of this particular guide.
28 Jan 2025 13 min

Scripture in Motion | Seeking & Extending Reconciliation

It’s difficult, if not impossible, to discuss reconciliation without including the concept of forgiveness. In today’s conversation, we’re going to zoom in on some common questions that are often asked in relation to forgiveness.
28 Jan 2025 25 min

Life Matters | Education: Should Schools Implement More Life Skills Education?

Life skills are not just about learning to clean, cook or iron your clothes - but it’s about overall personal development and communication skills to better cope with the challenges of life. The WHO defines Life Skills as “abilities for adaptive and positive behaviour that enable individuals to deal effectively…
27 Jan 2025 18 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Earth Cleansed & Made New

Over the last few weeks, we’ve talked about the events after the second coming of Jesus, the millennium, the judgment and finally the end of sin. From the ashes of this cleansing fire, God will create a new world.
27 Jan 2025 19 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Dementia – Causes and Treatment

Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities. In people who have dementia, the symptoms interfere with their daily lives. Dementia isn't one specific disease. Several diseases can cause dementia. We’re going to discuss its causes and whether or not it…
24 Jan 2025 20 min

Scripture in Motion | The Transformative Power of God's Grace

After spending all week talking about the transformation brought about by the grace of God, now what? How does this understanding impact the Christian’s life? And what do we need to do from our end in order to get the greatest benefits of His grace?
24 Jan 2025 10 min

Life Matters | Legal: Freedom of Expression and Social Media

The right to freedom of expression applies to everyone equally including social media content creators, even those who use social media in their personal lives. Their rights, like everyone else’s are also limited and they do not have the freedom to say whatever they want to. This means that when…
23 Jan 2025 22 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Marriage & the Family

God’s plan for marriage is a union of a man and a woman in a committed, lifelong partnership. “What God has joined together, let not man separate” Mark 10:9 When we share marriage vows, God sees those as binding for a lifetime. So how do we do that?
23 Jan 2025 15 min

Life Matters | Transformation: Employee Wellness

Leadership isn’t just about achieving results; it’s also about taking care of the team’s wellbeing. Making sure one’s current and future leaders understand the importance of physical and mental wellbeing in the workplace and can communicate that to their team is a core skill.
22 Jan 2025 23 min
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