Maranatha Drive

Life Matters | Family: Staying Together “For The Kids”?

Is a tense, silent home better than two separate, peaceful ones? Do kids actually absorb the unspoken resentment, even if you never fight in front of them? Or does the disruption of divorce cause a deeper, more permanent scar?

19 May 16 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Gospel in the Old Testament

Today’s lesson focuses on God’s relationship with the Israelites after they left Egypt, before they reached the promised land of Canaan. How would God dwell among them? And what was the reason for the specificity of God’s instructions?

19 May 18 min

Scripture in Motion | Gentleness vs. Weakness: Redefining “Meekness”

Only a strong person can truly be gentle, whereas a weak person reacts out of fear, insecurity, or blind aggression. True strength isn’t about how hard you can strike, but having the capacity to strike and choosing not to.

19 May 18 min

Life Matters | Education: Screen vs. Paper – Which Is Most Effective?

Digital devices have revolutionized how our children learn. But as our kids trade heavy textbooks for sleek tablets, a critical question emerges: is this digital speed costing them deep comprehension?

18 May 20 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Unlimited Access to Jesus

Many of us may look at our lives and feel like we don’t amount to much; we certainly don’t feel that we deserve to have any kind of personal relationship with a perfect God. So, this is a very intriguing title for today’ lesson. What is it all about?

18 May 14 min

Scripture in Motion | Gentleness vs. Weakness: Redefining “Meekness”

We often equate meekness with being timid, shy, a "doormat," or simply weak. But what if that definition is entirely wrong? What if biblical meekness is actually the highest form of strength?

18 May 21 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Hormone Imbalance (Women)

Today, we’re diving into a topic that affects nearly every woman at some point in her life, yet is often shrouded in confusion: hormones.

15 May 21 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: God, the Son

Let’s consider the moment the Creator of the universe allowed Himself to be knit together in a human womb. We call it the Incarnation, but it’s more than just a Christmas story – it’s a real life, global rescue mission.

15 May 13 min

Scripture in Motion | Faithfulness As Fruit of the Spirit

We explore how a life filled with this fruit creates a lasting impact, or a 'legacy of loyalty,' that draws others to Jesus. Join us as we conclude our journey on becoming faithful stewards of God's grace.

15 May 10 min

Life Matters | Legal: Recording Conversations

Today, we’re unpacking the complexities of South Africa’s recording laws. We’ll dive into the ‘One-Party Consent’ rule under RICA, how the POPI Act changes the way we share those clips, and whether that secret recording is actually worth anything in court.

14 May 21 min

Scripture in Motion | Faithfulness As Fruit of the Spirit

Today, we’ll be looking at how the Holy Spirit produces an unwavering endurance that allows us to trust God even when we don't understand what He is doing.

14 May 11 min

Life Matters | Transformation: Employee Burnout in a Hybrid World

Award-winning Employee Wellness HCP Thuli Kakaza joins us to talk about redefining boundaries, and how to reclaim your peace of mind and prevent burnout in a world that’s always "on."

13 May 15 min

Scripture in Motion | Faithfulness As Fruit of the Spirit

Today, we’re looking at where faithfulness is truly tested: not on the big stages of life, but in the small, unseen, and sometimes mundane moments.

13 May 10 min

Life Matters | Family: Generational Curses – Fact or Fiction?

Are we truly destined to repeat the mistakes of our parents, or is 'the bloodline' just a convenient excuse for our own bad choices? Today, we’re diving into what it actually takes to be the one who says 'it ends with me.'

12 May 12 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Gifts of the Spirit

What is the difference between the fruit of the Holy Spirit and the gifts of the Spirit? They are often referred to interchangeably, but they are not, in fact, the same thing.

12 May 9 min

Scripture in Motion | Faithfulness As Fruit of the Spirit

Faithfulness is not about trying harder; it is about staying connected to the Source. Today, we are exploring how the Holy Spirit works from the inside out to produce faithfulness in us, particularly when we are weak.

12 May 12 min

Life Matters | Education: AI as Basic Literacy

AI literacy is no longer a niche technical skill for engineers—it’s becoming a foundational competency for everyone, from entry-level staff to the C-suite. But is knowing how to 'talk' to an AI as vital as knowing how to read?

11 May 16 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Activities of the Holy Spirit

How does the presence of the Holy Spirit affect our lives? Today, we’re breaking down the active, powerful, and often surprising roles of the Holy Spirit.

11 May 13 min

Scripture in Motion | Faithfulness As Fruit of the Spirit

In a world where 'reliable' is rare, and 'faithful' is sometimes reduced to mere consistency, we are looking at Galatians 5:22-23 to understand biblical faithfulness as a supernatural fruit produced by the Holy Spirit.

11 May 14 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: The Truth About Weight-Loss Drugs

They’ve been called ‘miracle jabs’ and ‘the end of the obesity epidemic,’ but is this a breakthrough in metabolic medicine that finally solves a biological puzzle, or are we just medicalizing a symptom of a broken food system?

8 May 20 min