The countdown to Easter began this week. Many Christians are preparing for it by fasting. Read about what Jesus really wanted and what our hearts, hands, and brain can learn now.

Card games, puzzles, and action—and all the while learning something about our faith. A group of youth leaders came up with this idea. Here is more on the world of nac-games.com. Check it out.

There were daunting obstacles: first the Jordan, then Jericho with its seemingly insurmountable walls. Nevertheless, Joshua pressed forward. Trust, obedience and perseverance were his secret, as District Apostle Enrique Minio from South America explains.  

From delicate and fragile to powerful and majestic—and always deeply moving: this is the sound that emerges when South African musicians reinterpret what is often regarded as a simple children’s song.

You have grappled with understanding the message and discerning the needs of the congregation. You have given thought to the goal of the sermon. Now it is time to construct the main body of the sermon.  

“Whether we like it or not, we live in a climate of fear,” said the Chief Apostle. And he knows the only sensible remedy for this. Here is the divine service based on our annual motto. 

God creates new things, including new insights. For some, however, this is more of a problem than a pleasure. The Chief Apostle opens our eyes to beauty. “It is not a question of whether that was right or wrong. All we need to ask ourselves is: Does this new knowledge bring me closer to Jesus Christ?

Practical knowledge on preaching, liturgy, pastoral care, and other topics: this is what the e-learning platform nac.academy offers. Access is very easy and open to anyone who is interested. Here is the first article of a new series.