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1008. Was Rahab Justified by Works and Not by Faith Only?

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There was a significant lack of knowledge in the early years of the church. The cross and resurrection changed everything, resulting in the elimination of a covenant that had been in place for centuries. Consider if a Jewish person who believed in Jesus after the cross ... but still also believed the law of Moses was still to be applied for all Jewish people ... just exactly what did that mean for them? How did the blood of Jesus fit into that compared with the continued attempts to be doers of that old word? And what did it mean for Gentiles who never had the law?

When encouraging them to work at fulfilling that law, faith alone would be considered insufficient for salvation and justification. Righteousness would continue to be pursued by works plus faith. It formed a mindset that people such as Abraham and Rahab were not justified by believing, but by works being added in order to make faith perfect. How is this much different from the legalistic mumbo jumbo many of us have heard in works-based churches for so long? Let's take a closer look at the Rahab factor in the context of being justified.



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1008. Was Rahab Justified by Works and Not by Faith Only?

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There was a significant lack of knowledge in the early years of the church. The cross and resurrection changed everything, resulting in the elimination of a covenant that had been in place for centuries. Consider if a Jewish person who believed in Jesus after the cross ... but still also believed the law of Moses was still to be applied for all Jewish people ... just exactly what did that mean for them? How did the blood of Jesus fit into that compared with the continued attempts to be doers of that old word? And what did it mean for Gentiles who never had the law?

When encouraging them to work at fulfilling that law, faith alone would be considered insufficient for salvation and justification. Righteousness would continue to be pursued by works plus faith. It formed a mindset that people such as Abraham and Rahab were not justified by believing, but by works being added in order to make faith perfect. How is this much different from the legalistic mumbo jumbo many of us have heard in works-based churches for so long? Let's take a closer look at the Rahab factor in the context of being justified.



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Get the book

1008. Was Rahab Justified by Works and Not by Faith Only?

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There was a significant lack of knowledge in the early years of the church. The cross and resurrection changed everything, resulting in the elimination of a covenant that had been in place for centuries. Consider if a Jewish person who believed in Jesus after the cross ... but still also believed the law of Moses was still to be applied for all Jewish people ... just exactly what did that mean for them? How did the blood of Jesus fit into that compared with the continued attempts to be doers of that old word? And what did it mean for Gentiles who never had the law?

When encouraging them to work at fulfilling that law, faith alone would be considered insufficient for salvation and justification. Righteousness would continue to be pursued by works plus faith. It formed a mindset that people such as Abraham and Rahab were not justified by believing, but by works being added in order to make faith perfect. How is this much different from the legalistic mumbo jumbo many of us have heard in works-based churches for so long? Let's take a closer look at the Rahab factor in the context of being justified.



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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

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I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

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I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

by

I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

by

I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

by

I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

by

I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

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I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

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I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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THE GOOD NEWS IN AFRICA

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I have heard it said that Africa is a place where your feet may leave, but your heart will always stay!

This is such a true statement. No matter how many years we have been away from Africa, it remains a large part of our lives and hearts. Both Cathy and I were born and raised in South Africa, making this continent and its people a huge part of who we are! We love taking every possible opportunity to visit with family and friends there and are eager and blessed to minister wherever we are invited.

At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, we were invited to minister in several local churches in Johannesburg and Durban. We have established wonderful relationships in these areas over the years, and we always look forward to visiting with pastors and seeing how the Lord has expanded their hearts, visions, and ministries.

Over the past few years, I have been invited to Uganda several times, but due to COVID restrictions and circumstances beyond our control, this was not possible. However, in January this year, I was finally able to fulfill this dream! With the help of our friends and partners, as well as invitations from Charis Bible College, I was able to minister at the “Open Days

Conference” in Kampala, as well as in one of the local churches alongside Bishop Herbert Kiwanuka at Glory of Christ Church.

Bishop Herbert is a highly influential figure in Kampala, overseeing a large church and more than a hundred branch churches across Uganda. He has invited us to return and speak at his next pastor’s and leader’s conference in 2025/2026!

While there, I also traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe, to share at Charis’ “Open Days Conference” for two days. Through this, we saw many lives and hearts changed by the Gospel!

Here is one powerful testimony from a dear woman whose life and family were transformed through our ability to spread The Gospel of Grace and Peace in Africa:

Greetings Pastor Arthur Meintjes,
My name is JD. I am the mother of KAE. I graduated from Charis Bible College Cape Town in 2023. My husband is doing the first-year course online. I was introduced to one of your teachings in second year and was struck by your passion and attention to detail.
As an alumni, I now have access to other teachings as well. So far, I have watched all your other teachings. Because of your passion and attention to detail, we now have a desire to discover the meanings of the original Greek and Hebrew of the Bible.

I’m grateful that God is using you to ignite in us a desire to research the original meanings. We love your passion, directness, and transparency. We thank God for the impact you have had on our lives.
Yours sincerely,
JD

What a blessing to share hope, peace, and the goodness of God with all mankind, especially in Africa, which is in desperate need of the Gospel of God’s Grace and Truth. A BIG THANK YOU to our friends and partners—your support enables us to spread God’s message of grace, love, and mercy worldwide. If you’re not yet a monthly partner, would you consider joining us?

Thank you to the Charis Bible College Directors, staff, pastors, and their teams for a memorable trip. We cherished our time with each of you and the passion you have for sharing the gospel globally.

We look forward to continuing our travels and spreading the Good News with many more people. Our adventure together continues!
Blessings, Arthur and Cathy

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