Maranatha Drive

Life Matters | Family: The Vertical Marriage

What if the secret to a thriving marriage isn't actually found by looking at each other, but by looking up? Today we’re going to discuss the idea that putting God first vertically may be the secret ingredient that naturally strengthens the horizontal relationship between a husband and wife.

27 Oct 11 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Secret of a Healthy Lifestyle (Water)

In scripture, water represents life, renewal, and the washing away of impurities. Today, we are breaking down the practical ways to honour our bodies with this divine resource, including hitting that daily eight-glass goal.

27 Oct 16 min

Scripture in Motion | The Intercessor’s Prayer (Abraham’s Reverent Negotiation)

Abraham shows us that intercessors don't just accept ruin—they stand in the presence of God and plead for mercy. Let’s explore how Abraham's ancient negotiation teaches us to pray for our own cities today.

27 Oct 16 min

Life Matters | Education: Private vs. Public Schooling Debate

Right now, education inflation in South Africa is sitting at a staggering 5.4%, aggressively outpacing general inflation. It begs the burning question: Is the private school premium actually worth the credit card debt?

26 Oct 26 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Secret of a Healthy Lifestyle (Exercise)

God didn't design us to be stationary; God designed humans to be physically active. The data is clear: regular, systematic exercise is a divine key to unlocking greater health and a longer life.

26 Oct 17 min

Scripture in Motion | The Intercessor’s Prayer (The Call to Stand in the Gap)

Over the next few days, we will explore dramatic moments in Scripture where intercession changed history, saved lives, and moved the heart of God.

26 Oct 18 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Connection Between Cortisol and Belly Fat

Today, we are diving deep into the Cortisol and Belly Fat Connection, and how chronic daily stress literally locks your body into fat-storage mode.

23 Oct 20 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death and Resurrection

How does the promise of a future resurrection change the way we handle a terminal medical diagnosis today? How does it reshape how we grieve at a funeral right now? And how does it empower us to live boldly in a culture that is terrified of aging and death?

23 Oct 14 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death and Resurrection

Today, we are discussing the First Resurrection – the resurrection of the righteous at the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. This is the glorious climax of the gospel story.

22 Oct 11 min

Scripture in Motion | The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes (Retaliation vs. Peacemaking)

We are living in an era driven by outrage, tribalism, and cancel culture. Retaliation is the default setting of the human heart. Amidst this toxic smoke of societal warfare, the words of Jesus cut through like a brilliant light: 'Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of…

22 Oct 25 min

Life Matters | Leadership: Navigating the Youth Advantage

More and more young professionals are finding themselves in positions of authority, leading teams of people who are older, more experienced, and have been in the game much longer. How do you command respect when you are the youngest person in the room?

21 Oct 20 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death and Resurrection

This will be a powerful lesson on the rock-solid biblical truth that sets our hearts at rest, looking at what happens when a person closes their eyes in death, and why the Bible compares this experience to a peaceful, uninterrupted sleep.

21 Oct 16 min

Scripture in Motion | The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes (Comfort vs. Mourning & Persecution)

Our world is completely obsessed with the pursuit of comfort and the avoidance of discomfort at all costs. But Jesus looks at those who are weeping and those who are being cast out, and He calls them the truly fortunate ones.

21 Oct 23 min

Life Matters | Family: Spiritual Intimacy

For a lot of us, the idea of praying with our spouse or studying Scripture together sounds beautiful. But the reality? It can feel incredibly awkward.

20 Oct 17 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Secret of a Healthy Lifestyle (Rest)

In our fast-paced, high-stress world, we have grown accustomed to reaching for a quick fix—a pill to block the pain or hide the symptoms just so we can keep running on empty. But the truth is, there is simply no substitute for a good night’s sleep.

20 Oct 21 min

Scripture in Motion | The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes (Power vs. Meekness)

Today, we want to dismantle the myth that meekness is weakness, and explore the explosive, counter-cultural power of a life yielded entirely to God.

20 Oct 21 min

Life Matters | Education: Identifying Year-End Burnout in Learners & Educators

The initial excitement of the school year has faded, the workload is piling up, and for many teachers and students, the battery is flashing red. So, how do we spot the warning signs before hitting a wall?

19 Oct 18 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: The Secret of a Healthy Lifestyle (Sunlight)

Today, we are diving into how sunlight acts as God's natural medicine—from killing germs and elevating your mood, to aiding digestion and reducing stress.

19 Oct 17 min

Scripture in Motion | The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes (Self-Sufficiency vs. Poverty of Spirit)

Today, we are opening the pages of the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus delivers a message that completely shatters our modern metrics of success.

19 Oct 17 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Is Dairy the Best Answer for Bone Health?

For generations, we’ve been told that drinking cow’s milk is the gold standard for building strong bones and pristine teeth. But with the massive rise of almond, oat, and soy alternatives, many of us are swapping out the dairy cart altogether.

16 Oct 19 min