Maranatha Drive

Life Matters | Education: What is “True Education”?

In a world where academic success is often measured by grades and career placement, we (Adventists) believe in a 'higher aim'. This belief holds that 'the work of education and the work of redemption are one'.

16 Mar 14 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lessons: The Promise

In a world where promises are broken left, right and centre, it can be hard to trust in a promise – even God’s promise. So what is it that keeps us believing that Jesus will come again, even now, so long after He made the promise to return?

16 Mar 15 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Endometriosis Awareness (Part 1)

Today, we begin the first in our vital series for this month on a condition that affects roughly 1 in 10 women worldwide, yet remains one of the most misunderstood and frequently misdiagnosed health issues of our time – Endometriosis.

13 Mar 22 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Marriage & the Family

We know that life isn't always a perfect picture; there are single parents, those grieving broken relationships, and members whose biological families don't share their walk of faith. How does the SDA Church extend grace in these spaces?

13 Mar 23 min

Scripture in Motion | Modern Idolatry

Join us as we wrap up our lesson by learning what it means to live a life of radical, undivided devotion.

13 Mar 25 min

Life Matters | Legal: “Sibling Maintenance”

Today we’re diving into a topic that’s sparked some serious debate: the legal obligation to financially support your own brothers or sisters.

12 Mar 26 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Marriage & the Family

From the rhythm of family worship to the high calling of parenting, how does a family actually build a home that serves as a sanctuary in a busy world?

12 Mar 21 min

Life Matters | Family: Cultivating Emotional Safety

In many of our African households, we are masters of providing the basics – food, shelter, and a solid education. But today, we’re asking a deeper question: Is your home a 'safe harbour' for your child’s heart?

10 Mar 19 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lessons: God is Guiding the Nations

It’s hard enough to imagine that God is interested in the affairs of our planet, much less each one of us on an individual level.

10 Mar 13 min

Life Matters | Education: What Teachers Wish Every Parent Taught Their Kid Before School

Today, we’re diving into the essential life skills that have nothing to do with reading or writing, but everything to do with your child’s success.

9 Mar 15 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lessons: A Look Into the Future

As we continue to explore the Daniel prophecy, it almost feels like coming to close to the season finale of a gripping series, except this is very much real life!

9 Mar 16 min

Scripture in Motion | Modern Idolatry

We often think of idolatry as an ancient relic—something involving dusty stone statues and primitive rituals in faraway lands. But what if the 'golden calves' of the past haven't disappeared, but have simply been rebranded for the 21st century?

9 Mar 23 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Active Aging

We spend our whole lives saving for a pension fund, but we often completely bankrupt our 'Physical Wealth.' But according to the latest wellness trends, the goal isn't just to add years to your life, but to add life to those years.

6 Mar 21 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Christian Behaviour

Today, we’re wrapping up our series on Christian Behaviour by looking at the outward expression of our inward faith. It’s about more than just what we avoid — it’s about what we represent.

6 Mar 14 min

Scripture in Motion | The Exclusivity of Christ (Engaging a Pluralistic World)

Today, we’re talking about how to be a person of conviction in a world of compromise, carrying the light of Christ into the public square.

6 Mar 21 min

Life Matters | Legal: Spiritual Abuse & The Law

The big question today: Does the state have a 'key' to the church doors? Can the law intervene when 'spiritual' guidance turns into criminal harm, or does Section 15 create a 'no-go zone' for the police?

5 Mar 20 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Christian Behaviour

Today, we’re exploring the 'holistic' side of faith. From what we eat to how we rest, we’re discussing why physical health is a spiritual matter.

5 Mar 15 min

Scripture in Motion | The Exclusivity of Christ (Jesus as ‘The Life’)

In today’s lesson on Jesus’ claim to be 'The Life’, we aren't just talking about biological survival, but a quality of existence that defies the grave. Let’s discuss the difference between merely existing and being truly alive through the Source of all breath.

5 Mar 18 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Christian Behaviour

Christian behaviour isn't about a checklist of rules – it’s about a radical transformation of the heart. Let’s discuss how a relationship with Jesus naturally changes our DNA, our attitudes, and our daily choices.

4 Mar 17 min

Scripture in Motion | The Exclusivity of Christ (Jesus as ‘The Truth’)

We live in an era of 'alternative facts' and 'personal truths,' where reality often feels like it’s shifting under our feet. But what if Truth isn't a list of rules or a philosophical concept, but a Person you can actually know?

4 Mar 21 min