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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
1,356 Episodes
920 – 940

Bible Corner | The Armor of God

“Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in…
26 Mar 2024 22 min

VOP Lesson | Christ’s Representative in the World

When Christ was about to ascend into heaven, His disciples grew apprehensive at the thought of His parting, so Jesus promised them a personal Counselor and Guide, and that is the subject of today’s VOP Lesson.
25 Mar 2024 17 min

Bible Corner | The Armor of God

This week, we’ll be talking about the armour of God, and studying each element mentioned in scripture, but today we’re laying the foundation to understand why we need the armour, and what we’re arming ourselves for.
25 Mar 2024 16 min

Family | Methodology & Findings

As we continue to talk about the long term impact of divorce on children in their young adult years, today’s focus is on the methodology and findings of the study.
19 Mar 2024 24 min

VOP Lesson | Jesus, the World’s Only Hope

Leaders in all areas of society and government are fully aware that our world is headed for a crisis, and many efforts are being made to escape the inevitable. But we know where the true answer lies, and that is what today’s lesson is all about.
19 Mar 2024 17 min

Bible Corner | Mental Health & Spirituality

Ps. Michael Smit is a Religious Specialist in Christian Pastoral Counselling, specializing in spiritual wellbeing, mental health, and relationship counselling. This week, he will be helping us navigate the intersection between mental health and spirituality, including some common misconceptions about mental health.
19 Mar 2024 16 min

VOP Lesson | How Soon Will Jesus Come?

We’ve been saying “Jesus is coming soon” for generation after generation, and for some reason, many of us still believe that His coming is just around the corner. But how soon is “soon” exactly? And what signs should we be looking out for?
18 Mar 2024 15 min

Bible Corner | Mental Health & Spirituality

Ps. Michael Smit is a Religious Specialist in Christian Pastoral Counselling, specializing in spiritual wellbeing, mental health, and relationship counselling. This week, he will be helping us navigate the intersection between mental health and spirituality, including some common misconceptions about mental health.
18 Mar 2024 14 min

Transformation | Social Media Addiction

Checking and scrolling through social media has become an increasingly popular activity over the last decade. Although the majority of peoples’ use of social media is non-problematic, there is a small percentage of users that become addicted to social networking sites and engage in excessive or compulsive use.
13 Mar 2024 26 min

Fundamental Beliefs | Creation

Genesis tells us the story of the 6-day creation week, followed by the first Sabbath. God’s relational love is introduced right away as he creates a perfect world, then personally forms the first two human beings to populate this planet.
13 Mar 2024 19 min

Family | Social Constructionism

Our conversation on the long-term impact of divorce on children continues today with a focus on social constructionism.
12 Mar 2024 17 min

Education | Women in Sports

Sport is one of the most powerful platforms for promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls. Great progress has been made in terms of inclusion, and still more work remains to be done as far as promoting women and girls in sport. Why does this matter?
11 Mar 2024 17 min

VOP Lesson | Signs that Christ Will Return in Our Day

Jesus came to pay the penalty of transgression, and to offer mankind a way of salvation. God loved humanity so much that He could not leave us to suffer the consequences of sin. In His great love for us, Jesus gave His life so we could be reunited with God,…
11 Mar 2024 19 min

Bible Corner | The Holy Spirit & the Church

This week, we’re going to be looking at the Holy Spirit’s role in the mission of the church, but before we do that, let’s start by discussing the Holy Spirit’s influence on an individual level.
11 Mar 2024 18 min

Lifestyle | Pregnancy

As we continue to speak on stages of life, a very important stage to discuss is Pregnancy – the very beginning of a new life. So let’s talk about creating the healthiest environment for a safe and healthy pregnancy.
8 Mar 2024 14 min

Fundamental Beliefs | God, the Son

Jesus came to pay the penalty of transgression, and to offer mankind a way of salvation. God loved humanity so much that He could not leave us to suffer the consequences of sin. In His great love for us, Jesus gave His life so we could be reunited with God,…
8 Mar 2024 16 min

Legal | Consumer Rights Protections

As a consumer you have certain rights and you must know your rights and consumers should be aware that they are entitled to enforce their rights. The consumer protection act and the Bill of Rights allow consumer certain rights.
7 Mar 2024 21 min

Fundamental Beliefs | God, the Son

Jesus was God in human flesh. Jesus, our Saviour, was fully God, yet fully man. God, His Father, and Mary, His mother, brought together divinity and humanity for the purpose of saving the human race.
7 Mar 2024 21 min
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