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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
1,079 Episodes
80 – 100

Scripture in Motion| Generosity in a Consumer-Driven Society

Our focus over the last few days has primarily been on giving materially, but we know that we are blessed differently, and generosity goes beyond material and financial gifts. Today we want to focus on different ways that we can give, and also what God’s expectations are, from those who…
19 Feb 18 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Facing Death Unafraid

It can be comforting to know that Jesus Himself faced grief and loss, and completely understands the emptiness that sweeps over us when we face the reality of death. He wept when His friend Lazarus died (John 11:34-36). Let’s take a look at what the Bible tells us about death.
18 Feb 16 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: When a Person Dies, What Then?

Death is the common enemy of people everywhere, Christians and non-Christians alike. We not only fear dying ourselves, but even the thought of losing a loved one is also quite unpleasant. It’s only natural that the question lingers: when a person dies, then what?
17 Feb 12 min

Scripture in Motion| Generosity in a Consumer-Driven Society

Now, you know if you’ve read the Bible, that it is, in its entirety, a generosity story. It could be captured by nine words in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave.” God is, in all ways, a giving God. But what does that mean for…
17 Feb 23 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Healthy and Unhealthy Fats

When it comes to dietary fat, what matters most is the type of fat you eat. Rather than adopting a low-fat diet, it’s more important to focus on eating beneficial “good” fats and avoiding harmful “bad” fats. Fat is an important part of a healthy diet. Today, we’re going to…
14 Feb 20 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

This seemingly grim subject is important to Adventist Christians because it brings about hope to those who are hurting. Whether you’ve lost someone you loved and wonder if they will be in heaven – or you’ve wondered if they are presently suffering in hell, it’s reassuring to know that God…
14 Feb 11 min

Scripture in Motion| Building & Nurturing Church Family

Throughout this week, we’ve discussed several aspects of growing the church family, the role of the family, resolution of conflict etc. Today we conclude our lesson with a focus on the individual’s responsibility in growing and nurturing the family, above and beyond the church’s responsibility as a whole.
14 Feb 20 min

Life Matters | Legal: Wills & Estates (Part 2/4)

We’ve established that it is important for every one of us to have a will, regardless of your net worth, regardless of your age, health, etc. But how exactly do we go about drafting a will?
13 Feb 18 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

It’s not something we really like to think about. It may even feel like an uncomfortable subject. But the question remains. What happens after we die? Yesterday we established that death is a state of unconsciousness, and that the dead truly know nothing, according to Ecclesiastes 9:5.
13 Feb 13 min

Scripture in Motion| Building & Nurturing Church Family

One thing that simply cannot be avoided in any gathering of people, is conflict. Sometimes, that conflict goes so deep that it cannot be ignored or quickly dismissed. In faith circles, that is normally referred to as “church hurt” – a feeling that the church, or people in the church,…
13 Feb 26 min

Life Matters | Transformation: Leadership & EQ (Part 2/4)

Emotional intelligence, or EQ, has emerged as a critical interpersonal skill, valued even above technical prowess in many instances. Employers prioritize EQ over technical ability, and it's clear that the ability to manage and understand emotions plays a crucial role in leadership. Last week, we discussed the importance of empathy…
12 Feb 12 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

The wages of sin is death, the Bible tells us. God alone is immortal. So why are there so many different beliefs about life, death and resurrection within the Christian faith? Let’s explore what the Bible says about death and resurrection over the next few days.
12 Feb 12 min

Scripture in Motion| Building & Nurturing Church Family

It’s clear that there’s a benefit in being a part of a faith community, sharing in each other’s wins and losses. But sometimes there is a fear of being judged, or gossiped about, because let’s face it, the church is made up of fallible human beings. So today we will…
12 Feb 27 min

Life Matters | Family: Family Worship

Having your family in a good, Bible-teaching local church is crucial to a Christian marriage and parenting. But it is unlikely that church attendance alone will impress your children with the greatness and glory of God such that they will want to pursue him once they leave home. So today,…
11 Feb 15 min

Scripture in Motion| Building & Nurturing Church Family

Your family of origin is the one you were born into. You had no control or choice in this matter. Your family of origin may have been very nurturing, or it may have had dysfunction. Either way – your family of origin is fixed and cannot be changed. However, when…
11 Feb 25 min

Life Matters | Education: Entrepreneurship Education

Did you know that students can take advantage of the benefits of entrepreneurship education even before they enter college? In today’s conversation with Education Consultant and regular guest on the show, Andrew Banda, we want to explore how entrepreneurship education can benefit learners.
10 Feb 9 min
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