The Follower Podcast

9: The inconvenient truth with Zikhona Magana

In this episode Zikhona Magana of the 24-7 Prayer South Africa team shares her story of moving against the odds into the call of God on her life, working for justice in South Africa and why we all have an opportunity to build a better nation together. 
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

8: On being and doing with Sheila Wise Rowe

In this episode Sheila Wise Rowe shares her insights and experiences from years in ministry around the tension between our being and our doing and how we live into that tension well. In particular she speaks about the communal imperative of the Christian faith and how we need one another in the journey. 
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

7: Contemplative activism with Brian Heasley

In this episode Brian Heasley reminds us that prayer, mission and justice are inseparable and essential elements of the Christian life. Through his personal stories and helpful insights he helps us consider what it might live a life that is more radically given to partnership with Jesus in healing the world. 
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

6: Put away the sword with Nicholas Rowe

In this episode Nicholas Rowe encourages us to heed the words of Jesus to Peter in the garden and 'Put away the sword'. He reminds us that while it can be tempting to build and minister according to the mechanisms of Empire, these strategies do not yield Kingdom fruit. 
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

5: Return to God with Danielle Strickland

In this episode Danielle Strickland challenges us to really consider our images of God and ask what it might mean to return to and image of god that looks more like Jesus. 
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

4: A Kingdom kind of Church with Robert Ntuli

In this episode Robert Ntuli brilliantly outlines a Kingdom vision for The Church and challenges us to repent from building after "patterns of Egypt" and return to building according to patterns of The Kingdom of God.
You can find out more about the ministry of Follower by visiting www.wearefollower.com
You can get involved with the One Heart prayer guide by visiting www.24-7Prayerafrica.com

3: Jesus and Justice with Rene August

In this episode we hear from Rene August, a veteran in the anti-Apartheid movement, anglican priest, reconciliation trainer and companion to churches wanting to respond to issues of poverty, injustice and division in their city. 
Among other things Rene calls us to return to the Jesus of Bible and seek to walk faithfully in His way. 
For more on the ministry of Follower you can visit www.wearefollower.com

2: A call to Action with Anneke Rabee

In this episode Matthew has a conversation with Anneke Rabee, a champion of prayer and reconciliation in South Africa and the nations of the world.
Anneke shares stories of prayer and reconciliation from her own life and challenges us as The Church to take hands with Jesus in the work of healing the deep wounds of our world.
To find out more about the ministry of Follower you can visit www.wearefollower.com

1: The invitation with Nkosinathi Mbuyazi and Danielle Strickland

This is a recording of the first session at the first national gathering for 24/7 Prayer South Africa . We will be releasing one session from the gathering every day for the next ten days as part of the build up to season two on the One Heart prayer series where we will be sharing conversations with leaders in the ministry of reconciliation from all over the world.
You can find out more about the One Heart Prayer journey here.
In this episode we hear from Nkosinathi Mbuyazi  who reminds us that Joy is our strength and Danielle Strickland  who invites us to return to the womb of God as we abandon the broken systems of this world and live into a new Kingdom imagination.
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To find out more about the ministry of follower visit www.wearefollower.com

The call to return with Nicholas Rowe and Sheila Wise Rowe

In this episode Matthew has a discussion with Nicholas Rowe, and Sheila Wise Rowe about leadership, reconciliation, and the current challenges facing faith communities.
 
They explore the importance of returning to the authenticity of Christ amidst cultural Christianity, the historical context of co-opted faith, and the need for deep listening and discernment in today's world.
 
They also address the challenges of navigating diversity within the church and the importance of embracing a commitment to God's vision for the church and the need for prayer and guidance in this journey.
 
If you enjoyed this conversation you can hear more from both Nicholas and Lisa at the 24/7 Prayer South Africa Gathering from the 27-29 March.
 
TAKE AWAYS
There is a call for the church to regain its prophetic voice.
We must return to scripture as a foundation for faith.
Healing requires transformation of the mind.
Community is vital for healing and growth.
Humility is necessary to recognize our need for healing.
Diversity in the church reflects God's design.
We must lean into God's vision for His church.
Wounding often occurs in community, but so does healing.
Every individual contributes to the body of Christ.
KEYWORDS
leadership, reconciliation, trauma, faith, authenticity, historical context, co-opted Christianity, Kairos moments, spiritual health, emotional health, rest, healing, community, humility, diversity, church, leadership, transformation, gospel, trust