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The Open Book

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Hosted by Loyiso Bala. Christians are very divided on many issues involving the Christian way of life. Where should we stand on matters such as purpose, relationships, the power of words, and how the Bible relates to your daily life? The Open Book hopes to unravel the truth contained in the Christian Constitution, which is the Bible, to help us make informed decisions on where we should stand on these and other crucial issues.
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Episodes

The Open Book - Reality TV stars

With the craze of singing competitions on TV, Loyiso invites Idols SA winner, Karabo Mogane and The Voice SA finalist, Thapelo Legoane into studio. They speak about their spiritual journey and what being on the reality shows meant to them.

Jul 21, 201644 min0

The Open Book - Christian Hip-Hop

Shalom Khandanisa is in for Loyiso - she looks at the world of Christian Hip-Hop with her Christian rapper guests, Mawat and Den'Wade.

Jul 14, 201637 min0

The Open Book - Fatherhood

Loyiso chats to well-known gospel artist, Patrick Duncan, as well as actor and founder of the Fatherhood Foundation, Zane Meas, about the importance and significance of fatherhood in this day and age.

Jun 23, 201653 min0

The Open Book - Parallels between 1976 & 2016

Shalom Khandanisa and Dany Vambili look at the parellels between the 1976 and 2016 youth, and they discuss the change that needs to take place for a significant difference in our lives and the country as a whole.

Jun 16, 201642 min0

The Open Book - Jesus Dome & Creflo Dollar

Loyiso chats to Thabo Kikine of Durban Christian Centre about the fire that burned down the Jesus Dome. He then chats to televangelist, Dr Creflo Dollar, who is the pastor of World Changers Church International.

Jun 09, 201657 min0

The Open Book - Benjamin Dube Interview

Loyiso Bala is joined by Shalom Khandanisa and they talk about identity in the context of Christianity. This is followed by a one-on-one with Bishop Benjamin Dube.

Jun 02, 201653 min0

The Open Book - Mahalia Buchanan

Mahalia Buchanan is a well-accomplished gospel artist, a gifted vocalist and worship leader. Loyiso chats to her about her spirituality and her secrets to a long and successful career.

May 26, 201641 min0

The Open Book - Dr Tumi & Rorisang Thandekiso

Known as the spiritual music doctor, Dr Tumi joins Loyiso to talk about his latest single – ‘Nothing Without You’. Rorisang Thandekiso, host of ‘Jam Sessions’ on One Gospel, is also in the house to chat about this amazing show in conjunction with Urban Brew Studios.

May 05, 201656 min0

The Open Book - Biblical Literacy

To investigate the topic of Biblical literacy, Loyiso Bala is joined by radio personality, blogger and Pastor of Heritage Baptist Church, Tyrell Haag as well as TV talkshow host, inspirational speaker and author, Zanele Mbokazi.

Apr 28, 201649 min0

The Open Book - Being a PK (Preacher's Kid)

Growing up as a Preacher's kid (PK) has its pros and cons. Loyiso Bala speaks people who have grown up with a Pastor for a parent. Among these is actress Simphiwe Ngema, youth and worship leader, Davide Mutendji, as well as CliffCentral's own Siya Sangweni-Fynn. Together they break down some stereotypes people have about them.

Apr 21, 201650 min0

The Open Book - Sfiso Ncwane

It’s time to be real! Gospel singer Sfiso Ncwane joins Loyiso Bala to discuss the subject of ‘Being Real’, it may sound like a simple concept, but not everything is as it seems.

Apr 14, 201648 min0

The Open Book - Tafara Butayi

Find out how to live life to the fullest with Loyiso Bala as he chats with author Tafara Butayi.

Apr 07, 201648 min0

The Open Book - Interview with Don Moen

International worship leader and songwriter Don Moen talks about his love for God, music, how he got to where he is and what his values are.

Mar 24, 201632 min0

The Open Book - The Truth About Easter

Why do we eat Easter eggs? What’s the relevance of a bunny that can’t even lay eggs? Find out the truth about Easter as Loyiso Bala chats with Adriaan Roos of the SA Pagan Council, Gary Rivas who’s the Lead Pastor at GracePoint Church in Lonehill and Mark Counihan who’s the Worship Pastor of the Bryanston Bible Church.

Mar 17, 201647 min0

The Open Book - Running A Church

There is so much more that goes into running a church than just the pastor preaching on a Sunday! Loyiso Bala chats with Sound Engineer Mpho Tsoai, Lighting Technician Zipho Masuku and Project Planner at Rhema Ministries Tsepo Phalwane to find out just what goes on behind-the-scenes of your church.

Mar 10, 201651 min0

The Open Book - Love & Forgiveness

The whole country was united behind the Korkie family when Pierre Korkie was held hostage in Yemen by al-Qaeda for nearly two years before being killed hours before he was due for release. Loyiso Bala speaks with Pierre’s widow, Yolande Korkie, who has chronicled her family’s ordeal in her book entitled ‘558 Days’. Yolande talks about her spiritual journey to forgiveness and acceptance.

Feb 18, 201629 min0

The Open Book - Christian Dating

Loyiso Bala investigates the topic of Christian Dating. He’s joined by the Campus Pastor at Eastside Community Church, Mark Paul, as well as the Worship and Youth Leaders at Rhema Bible Church, David and Gina Mutendji.

Feb 11, 201648 min0

The Open Book - Christian Media

To investigate the topic of Christian media, Loyiso Bala is joined by the Media and Marketing Coordinator for Christian Art Media, Cher Murphy, as well as TV Executive, Thabo Pitso.

Feb 04, 201648 min0

The Open Book - Train Up A Child

Looking at the Biblical truths about training up a child. Joining Loyiso Bala for this discussion is Pastor Bronwyn Stanford (Pastor and Head of Department at the Rhema Children’s Ministry).

Jan 21, 201648 min0

The Open Book - From Vision To Reality

Loyiso Bala looks at the topic of - 'From Vision To Reality'. Joining him to discuss this topic is musician, athlete and author, Kabelo Mabalane, as well as musician, Ernie Smith.

Jan 14, 201650 min0

The Open Book - New Beginnings

Joining Loyiso Bala to discuss the topic of 'New Beginnings' is international speaker and TV personality, Pastor Pushie Watson, as well as leader of City Life Church, Pastor David Reinecke.

Jan 07, 201646 min0

The Open Book - Finish Strong

Joining Loyiso Bala to discuss "finishing strong" is Wade Englebrecht (Pastor of The Way Christian Family Church) who preached on this subject recently, and Stuart Fisher (professional guitarist) who speaks about how he kept strong during a divorce with an unfaithful partner.

Dec 17, 201554 min0

The Open Book - The Truth Behind Christmas

Joining Loyiso Bala to investigate the true origin of Christmas is Franciso Fumarola from the South African Pagan Council, Pastor Ed Ramsani from Heronbridge Community Church, and Ernie Smith performs some Christmas Carols to get you in the Christmas spirit.

Dec 10, 201553 min0

The Open Book - How To Pray

In times of distress, times of happiness and times of content, human beings like to pray, but just what is the best way to go about speaking to the Lord? Loyiso Bala explores this with the Lead Pastor of Faith Hill Church in Johannesburg, Tafara Butayi, together they discuss different types of prayer and tackle the often misunderstood gift of praying in tongues. Something that goes hand-in-hand with prayer is faith, Pastor Tafara explains just what an integral part of the process faith is and wh...

Dec 03, 201547 min0

The Open Book - Do I Need Church?

Loyiso Bala asks - "Do I need Church?" He is joined by author and singer, Rami Chuene who has given up on church. He also speaks to Pastor of Faith Hill Church, Tafara Butayi, who provides a Biblical reference for the importance of church. Last but not least, Joshua McCauley, who pastors Redemption Church in the most unconventional way, joins the discussion.

Nov 26, 201556 min0

The Open Book - We Love Gays

Loyiso Bala looks at homosexuality and different Christian views surrounding it. He talks to Brenton Goldman, a Youth Pastor who preached a series on this subject and Antoinette Moorcroft who believes that she has been saved from a homosexual lifestyle.

Nov 19, 201538 min0

The Open Book - Near Death Experiences

Have you or someone you know ever had a near death experience? Retah McPherson, whose son died and came back to life, chats to Loyiso before Dr Richie Achukwu provides a Biblical reference of the afterlife.

Nov 05, 201549 min0
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