Maranatha Drive

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Will Evil Ever Threaten Heaven Again?

This lesson explores the assurances that distinguish the first Heaven from the ultimate destiny of the redeemed, and the eternal security of God’s kingdom.

7 Apr 16 min

Scripture in Motion | Finding Joy In Suffering

We’re discussing 'The Crucible of Testing'—how God uses the intense heat of our hardships not to break us, but to prove that our faith is the real deal and to refine us into a clearer reflection of His character.

7 Apr 20 min

Life Matters | Education: Declining Literacy Rates in South Africa

Recent international studies, including the PIRLS report, have delivered that 81% of Grade 4 learners in South Africa cannot read for meaning in any language. Is this a failure of our teachers, a lack of resources like libraries, or a deeper systemic issue with our language policies?

6 Apr 20 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: What Will We Do In Heaven?

Today, we’re using scripture to explore the deeper, more vibrant picture the Bible paints of our time in Heaven.

6 Apr 10 min

Scripture in Motion | Finding Joy In Suffering

Today, we’re exploring how to shift our perspective from the chaos we feel to the purpose God has promised, discussing why biblical joy is a choice of the mind long before it becomes a feeling of the heart.

6 Apr 22 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Despite affecting up to one in ten people globally, Irritable Bowel Syndrome remains a ‘silent’ condition—often misunderstood, frequently misdiagnosed, and, let’s be honest, a little bit awkward for many to talk about. But today, we’re breaking that silence.

3 Apr 20 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

In today’s lesson, we look beyond the grave and even beyond the resurrection to the final end of the Great Controversy. How does a loving God deal with the problem of sin once and for all?

3 Apr 18 min

Scripture in Motion | What Is Biblical Faith?

Today, we’re talking about the endurance required to finish the race when the miracle doesn’t happen. We’ll see how all these ancient stories converge on one Person: Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.

3 Apr 23 min

Life Matters | Legal: Land & Mining Rights (Zimbabwe Law)

Today, we’re breaking down the Mines and Minerals Act, the Communal Lands Act, and the legal protections available to those caught between the extraction of wealth and the preservation of home.

2 Apr 22 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

For many, the afterlife is a vague, ghostly idea, but the Bible promises something much better: a physical, tangible, and glorious resurrection. From the promises in 1 Thessalonians to the victory of the empty tomb, we’re discussing the day when 'mortal puts on immortality.'

2 Apr 15 min

Scripture in Motion | What Is Biblical Faith?

Biblical faith isn't just about what we embrace; it’s often defined by what we are willing to walk away from. Today, we’re focusing on Moses, a man who had the world at his feet in the palaces of Egypt, yet chose the 'reproach of Christ' instead.

2 Apr 26 min

Life Matters | Leadership: Leading From Behind

Most of us are taught that to lead, you need the corner office, the impressive title, and the loudest voice in the room. But what if the most effective way to move a mountain is actually from the back of the pack?

1 Apr 14 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: Death & Resurrection

For millions around the globe, the return of Jesus Christ isn't just a metaphor or a distant dream—it is a literal event that defines their worldview. But how exactly will it happen? Is it a secret, silent arrival, or a cosmic event that stops the world in its tracks?

1 Apr 14 min

Scripture in Motion | What Is Biblical Faith?

Today, we’re exploring the 'long-game' of active trust—let’s discuss why faith is less about the final destination and more about the Person we are walking with through the wilderness.

1 Apr 25 min

Life Matters | Education: Impact of Adventist Education on SDA & Non-SDA Learners

Adventist education is often praised for its high academic standards, but its real hallmark is its focus on character and faith. But what does that look like for a student who isn’t from an Adventist background? And why are so many families choosing this path over traditional secular options?

30 Mar 20 min

Bible Corner | VOP Lesson: Is Heaven a Real Place?

Is Heaven a real place that exists? Or is it some figment of imagination? Is it some place that exists in our minds? Is it a spiritual state of existence, or is it a real, physical place?

30 Mar 12 min

Scripture in Motion | What Is Biblical Faith?

We often use the word 'faith' as a synonym for 'wishful thinking' or a vague hope that things will just turn out okay. But as we open the pages of Hebrews 11 this week, we’re going to see that the Bible defines faith in much more rugged, concrete terms.

30 Mar 26 min

Life Matters | Lifestyle: Endometriosis Awareness (Part 3)

For many, a diagnosis of endometriosis is just the beginning of a new and often overwhelming chapter. It marks the shift from searching for answers to navigating a lifelong journey of care. Today, we are moving into the final phase of the conversation with a lesson on treatment, management, and…

27 Mar 15 min

Bible Corner | Fundamental Beliefs: The Second Coming of Christ

The name 'Seventh-day Adventist' itself carries a dual promise: a Sabbath rest and a Second Advent. But how does believing in an event that hasn't happened yet change the way a person lives, works, and treats their neighbour today?

27 Mar 10 min

Scripture in Motion | Perseverance and Patience

Today, we’ll talk about how a 'forever' mindset transforms a 'right now' problem. We’ll explore what it means to finish the race well, and how God is weaving every year of our waiting into a divine masterpiece.

27 Mar 18 min