In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. — Genesis 1:1 — David Bester: Christ Seminary | South Africa This is the first sentence of God’s revelation to you. It is His first creative act and the origin of all material existence. Sadly, many respond to this claim with skepticism, but the … Read More
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The Dangerous Love of Money
For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evils, and some by longing for it have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. — 1 Timothy 6:10 — Andrew Isiaho: Christ Seminary | South Africa Paul is clear; money itself is not the problem, nor is it evil. … Read More
Preaching “As a Dying Man to Dying Men”
The English Puritan Richard Baxter wasn’t the only preacher who has been compelled by a keen sense of the brevity of life and the urgency of the gospel message. In South Africa, Pastor Raj also knew what it meant to preach “as a dying man to dying men.”
Kind in Heart, Humble in Spirit
To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit — 1 Peter 3:8 — David Beakley: Christ Seminary | South Africa Loving and caring for others is a difficult task. It is even worse when it is a command and the “others” don’t particularly care for your love. … Read More
He Brought Us Forth
In the exercise of His will He brought us forth by the word of truth, so that we would be a kind of first fruits among His creatures. — James 1:18 — Norman Sefala: Christ Seminary | South Africa All people are born separated from God and destined to destruction in hell’s fire, where … Read More
He Sees Your Service
For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love which you have shown toward His name, in having ministered and in still ministering to the saints. — HEBREWS 6:10 — Edwin Makiwa: Christ Seminary | South Africa The book of Hebrews was written to help Christians grow in the faith. The … Read More
Are You Sanctified in Truth?
For their sakes I sanctify Myself, that they themselves also may be sanctified in truth. — JOHN 17:19 — Ruan Stander: Christ Seminary | South Africa Jesus makes it clear that He sanctified Himself, and that He did this so that His disciples might be sanctified also. Unlike Jesus, they could not sanctify themselves but needed … Read More
TMAI Distinctive #4: IMPACT
What sets The Master’s Academy International apart? We think there are at least six elements that make this ministry model distinct. This time, we’re talking about distinctive #4: Indigenous church leaders’ unique potential for impact.
Do You Love Your Wife?
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself up for her. — EPHESIANS 5:25 — Duan du Toit: Christ Seminary | South Africa The essence of true love is giving. Christ “loved the church and gave Himself up for her.” Or to put it in the words of the apostle … Read More
True Leadership: Following Christ, No Matter the Cost
Every month, Cyprian crosses the border from Zimbabwe into South Africa. Why? To pursue biblical training at TMAI for the sake of the local church he shepherds. His monthly route is fraught with challenges, but “a real leader,” he says, “follows Christ no matter the cost.” Find out how you can be praying for Cyprian—and the other faithful leaders studying at TMAI’s school in South Africa.
Predestined for Adoption
In love He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. —EPHESIANS 1:4-6— Cameron Heathman: Christ Seminary | South Africa Before the waters of the … Read More
The Gospel of Peace
The word which He sent to the sons of Israel, preaching peace through Jesus Christ (He is Lord of all). —ACTS 10:36— Kgomo Thomas Makgabo: Christ Seminary | South Africa Perhaps you have not heard the word of God and your life is in a mess; you are discouraged, you went everywhere searching for … Read More
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South Africa A former British colony, South Africa gained independence in 1961. Segregation was enforced by the colonizers and was formally structured into state policy from 1948 to 1994. Though it was officially abolished in 1994, segregation still plagues the society and church, as does syncretism between traditional African religions and Christianity. TODAY, PRAY FOR … Read More
Former Enemies Now Fellow Evangelists
What came about during the Apartheid Government of South Africa was one of the most painful and regrettable times in the nation’s history. The government separated people by color, and only white people could vote in national elections. Although the all-white government claimed to be Christian, their ideals and practice were not only against all … Read More
Abandoned but Unashamed: Ministers Persevering for the Sake of the Church
At TMAI, it is always a blessing to hear how the lives of church members around the globe are being changed and how leaders are being formed through the faithful ministry of the Word of God by men of God. Today we bring you such stories from places like South Africa and Spain. South Africa … Read More
A Daughter Is Born: New Training to Zimbabwe
Christ Seminary (a TMAI member school in South Africa) has been committed to equipping Africans to reach other Africans for 20 years. Over the past four years, that effort has included training Pastor Simon, a local pastor from Zimbabwe. Simon has overcome corruption, lack of resources, and lack of transportation to travel frequently to Christ … Read More
God’s Light on Dark Clouds: Facing Cults in South Africa
The Zion Christian Church (ZCC) is one of the largest cults in Africa. Born out of the early Pentecostal movement, the ZCC believes that its leader, Barnabas Lekganyane, is a prophet of God endowed with supernatural powers (signs and wonders). He is venerated as the church’s mediator, with worship songs and prayers being made in … Read More
Charlie’s Journey—Former Student Now Leads TMAI South Africa
Charlie Rampfumedzi (above left, with Christ Seminary lecturers) is a graduate of Christ Seminary in South Africa, a TMAI member school. He has also served as principal of Christ Seminary since 2012. His leadership at Christ Seminary over the past years has been critical in seeing many South African pastors equipped to preach God’s Word … Read More
