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Being Treated Like "Waste" in the "Golden Years": Practical-Theological Perspectives

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  • Petria M. Theron

In this theological study, the author gives examples of neglect and abuse experienced by the aged in South Africa, in a variety of care situations. She explains that the so-called ecological theory has been considered most helpful for understanding the causes of elder abuse, and outlines the four categories of factors identified by this theory.

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A Pastoral Evaluation on the Issue of ‘Vat en Sit’ With Special Reference to the Black Reformed Churches of South Africa

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  • David K. Semenya

Because of the South African Civil Union Act, the high price of lobola, and the visible effects of failed relationships, cohabitation has become increasingly popular. This article discusses "vat en sit," and shows that most reformed black churches face the challenge of how to address this. The author looks at the effect that "vat en sit" has on the church, and shows how church councils can address this issue.

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The Practical Guidelines on the Impact of Mahadi [Bride Price] on the Young Basotho Couples Prior to Marriage

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  • David K. Semenya

This article evaluates the practice of paying lobola/mahadi among the Basotho. It shows that the expensive dowry, or bride price, has negative impacts on the social, economic and faith life of those desiring to get married. The author provides practical guidelines on how the church can deal with this situation, especially since expensive dowries can encourage cohabitation.

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The Making and Prevention of Rain Amongst the Pedi Tribe of South Africa

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  • David K. Semenya

This article reflects on the belief that some people have the power to make or prevent rain. Looking at the rain ritual of the Pedi and the rain queen Modjadji, this article shows that there is no biblical evidence that people can cause rain. God is the one who gives and withholds rain. The church should pray to ask God for rain.

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Pastoral Evaluation on The Basotho’s View of Sexuality

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  • David K. Semenya

This article discusses the views of Augustine, Aquinas, Luther and Calvin on sexuality and sexual intercourse, comparing them to the understanding of the Basotho culture in Africa. Though there are some points of agreement, this article shows that the Basotho’s understanding of sex does not place God at the centre or promote His glory.

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African Witchcraft in Theological Perspective

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  • Ignatius W. C. van Wyk

This article gives a framework for thinking about witchcraft in Africa. The author defines witchcraft, provides an existential outlook for thinking about witchcraft in Africa, and gives some biblical reflections on how to address it.

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Finding a Place for Jesus as Healer in Reformed Mission in Africa

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  • Ignatius W. C. van Wyk

This article looks at attempts to explain the relationship between Jesus and healing in the African context. Do miracle healings occur? How can we conduct effective mission work in this cultural context?

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Sin cannot be hated for itself, till we have seen the malignity of it in Christ’s sufferings John Newton
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