The Open Book
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The Open Book
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 Christia...
Recent Episodes
45 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. Th...
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.
The Open Book - Xolani Sithole & 67 Minutes of Laughter
Shalom Khandanisa is in for Loyiso, and she chats to music artist Xolani Sithole who is in London on tour. Then The Napsta talks about the upcoming 67...
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 a...
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 s...
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 Doll...
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 B...
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 secret...
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 S...
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...
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 actr...
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...
The Open Book - Tafara Butayi
Find out how to live life to the fullest with Loyiso Bala as he chats with author Tafara Butayi.
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.
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...
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, Li...
The Open Book - The Soil & Langa Mbonambi
Loyiso Bala's guests include well-known acapella group 'The Soil' and Langa Mbonambi of 'We Will Worship'.
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 kille...
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 Worsh...
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 wel...
The Open Book - Up Close With Ntokozo Mbambo & Nqubeko Mbatha
Award-winning gospel singer Ntokozo Mbambo and music producer/gospel singer Nqubeko Mbatha joins Loyiso Bala for a revealing interview.
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 Depar...
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 w...
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 C...
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 recentl...
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 Hero...
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 Lo...
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 Hi...
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...
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...
The Open Book - Trick or Treat, The Real Truth about Halloween
Loyiso Bala looks at what Halloween is, where it comes from, and whether or not Christians are free to celebrate it. To explore this topic he talks to...
The Open Book - Health is Wealth!
'Health is Wealth!' To explore this topic in-depth, Loyiso Bala is joined by musician, athlete and author, Kabelo Mabalane as well as lifestyle consul...
The Open Book - Porndemic: Overcoming Pornography
Loyiso speaks to Gloria Nkosi founder of Business Express Solutions, Taryn Hodgson, the international co-ordinator for African Christian Action, and C...
The Open Book - Why do bad things happen to good people?
Why do bad things happen to good people? Joining Loyiso for this discussion is Vanessa Goosen who spent 16 years in a Thai prison, author of 'Why do b...
The Open Book - Waiting on God
"When God When?" This is a question we can all relate to. Helping Loyiso to get to the bottom of it is the lead pastor of Faith Hill Church in Johanne...
The Open Book - Unity in Diversity
Joining Loyiso for this conversation is the Pastor of Grace Point, Jacqui Rivers as well as Thomas Dube from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day...
The Open Book - Tradition vs Religion
Loyiso Bala is joined by his own brother Phelo Bala as well as Pastor Dick Koza. Together they delve deep into the topic of 'Tradition vs Religion'. I...
The Open Book - Ha-Hallelujah!
"A Time To Laugh!" Loyiso Bala talks about the joys of worshipping the Lord and living under grace with Christian comedians Ditsebe.com and Napsta.
The Open Book - Kingdom Business
How business operates in God's economy. Joining Loyiso for this discussion is business mogul and worship leader, Rhulani Garrine, as well as multimedi...
The Open Book - Living By Giving
Loyiso Bala broadcasts from the SHOUT 2015 launch, which aims to curb the tide against crime in South Africa. This is the perfect opportunity for him...