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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
1,066 Episodes
20 – 40

Scripture in Motion | Finding God’s Purpose in Your Career

Paul highlights that God expects every Christian who can work to do so (1 Thess. 4:11–12). He exhorts the Thessalonians “to work with their hands” and to “have need of no one”. So what does that work actually look like? And does it include work in the secular field as…
19 Mar 18 min

Life Matters | Family: Gender Roles in the 21st Century Christian Family

Christian reflection on the Bible’s teaching about men and women reached a new departure in late modernity, especially in the wake of the sexual revolution in the West. Feminism combined with expressive individualism has totally reordered the way many people think about what it means to be male and female…
18 Mar 13 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Can I Find God’s Church Today?

According to the World Christian Encyclopaedia, there are currently 19 major world religions, which are further subdivided into 270 large groups and innumerable smaller ones. Christianity alone is made up of some 34,000 denominations, with differing theological views. How can this be possible when we all claim to believe in…
17 Mar 29 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: The Trinity

Seventh-day Adventist Christians believe there is one God. And that this one God is three co-eternal Persons who work together in unity. It’s impossible to wrap our finite minds around this infinite concept. How does the doctrine of the Trinity work? How can there be one God, but three persons?
13 Mar 19 min

Scripture in Motion | Incorporating Praise Into Daily Routines

Are you in a “pit” right now in life? Whether it be from a failed marriage, a lost child, a strained relationship, hard times, lack of provision, an unrealized promise of a family or the loss of someone dear to you, if praise is your first step, you will be…
13 Mar 18 min

Life Matters | Family: Respecting Children’s Boundaries

For most parents setting boundaries for young kids’ behaviour is second nature: No hitting. Don’t interrupt. Don’t grab toys out of other kids’ hands. But as kids get older, boundaries for social interaction are important too. They need to learn to set boundaries for themselves and respect those of others…
11 Mar 19 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Facing the Death of a Loved One

There’s no doubt about it: death is an enemy, and it robs us of almost everything. It’s no wonder so many people, believers and unbelievers alike, dread the thought of death. But we know that Christ conquered death, and it can never separate us from Him.
11 Mar 10 min

Scripture in Motion | Incorporating Praise Into Daily Routines

As we continue with our lesson on incorporating praise into our lives as a daily habit and a constant state of being, rather than an occasional act in response to a particular blessing, today we want to look into what impact praise actually has on our lives.
11 Mar 14 min

Life Matters | Education: Financial Literacy in the School Curriculum

The foundations for becoming a healthy adult – physically, emotionally and financially – are laid during childhood, often by observing parents’ behaviour. Research shows that many children’s money habits like self-monitoring, are developed as early as 7 years old. By teaching your children about financial literacy from a young age,…
10 Mar 20 min

Scripture in Motion | Incorporating Praise Into Daily Routines

Although we have no set of rules governing daily praise and we have no commandment prescribing certain hours to sing or give thanks, the law written on our hearts teaches us that it is right to praise God. This week we’ll be looking at the role of praise in the…
10 Mar 16 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Bone Health

Building healthy bones is extremely important. Minerals are incorporated into your bones during childhood, adolescence and early adulthood. Fortunately, many nutrition and lifestyle habits can help you build strong bones and maintain them as you age.
7 Mar 13 min

Scripture in Motion | Resisting Temptation

Paul describes in Romans 1, the idea of human unrighteousness as a progression, and showing how rejecting one aspect of God leads to ever greater rejections of Him. But does God ever reject us as well, leaving us to the wiles of the devil?
7 Mar 10 min

Life Matters | Legal: Bullying Laws – Your Child’s Rights at School

Bullying in schools is a systemic problem that affects so many learners. Students who are bullied often feel threatened and powerless. While bullying can be destructive and persistent, it can also be subtle enough that teachers are not aware of it. So what does the law say about it?
6 Mar 18 min
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