On 10 September 2025, Charlie Kirk – husband, father, and outspoken Christian leader – was assassinated while speaking to students on a university campus. The news stunned the globe and sent shock waves through the Church. For many, it became a defining moment about the cost of following Christ. For Erika Kirk, it was the loss of her beloved husband, the father of her children, and her closest partner in life and ministry.

Only days later, thousands gathered at Charlie’s memorial. Millions watched online. In that moment Erika stood before the world and spoke with quiet authority. She did not point people to herself or even to Charlie. She pointed them to Jesus Christ. Her words carried the weight of a woman who had been with the Lord in the secret place…

…to read this full article, pick up a copy of the latest issue of JOY, which is on sale nationwide. Purchase copies in leading supermarkets or find copies (print or digital) online at joygifts.co.za.

Charlie Kirk’s 22-year-old assassin, Tyler Robinson reportedly came from a conservative family. The FBI revealed Robinson was radicalised on the internet and university campus. He developed a murderous hatred for the 31-year-old husband and father of two because he dared to engage university and college students in civil debate. Robinson confessed he shot Kirk “because he had enough of his hatred”. Todd Wagner said, “Truth sounds like hate to those who hate the truth.”

Research indicates that millions of children raised in self-identifying Christian homes are indoctrinated with the godless Marxist ideology when they attend university. Cultural Marxist ideology dominates university and college campuses in the US and South Africa. These campuses are breeding grounds for anti-Christian and antisemitic extremism…

…to read this full article, pick up a copy of the latest issue of JOY, which is on sale nationwide. Purchase copies in leading supermarkets or find copies (print or digital) online at joygifts.co.za.

At the age of 15, Mmathabo Sukati’s innocence was abruptly ended when she was forced into an arranged marriage. What should have been a time of joyful exploration and schoolgirl aspirations turned into a struggle for survival. Her testimony shows how such practices strip girls of education, dignity, and security – but also that resilience, faith, and courage can bring change.

Her story is a call for change – to governments, communities, and churches, to confront harmful traditions and protect the vulnerable. It is also a challenge to men to become allies, protectors, and advocates, echoing Micah 6:8, “What does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

…to read this full article, pick up a copy of the latest issue of JOY, which is on sale nationwide. Purchase copies in leading supermarkets or find copies (print or digital) online at joygifts.co.za.

Is Jesus sitting at the head of your table, or is He standing at the door knocking? Is He in the driver’s seat, or is He in the boot? Jesus wants to be the Lord of your life, not your assistant or buddy. He is either your Master, your Lord, your King, or He is nothing to you.

This is a practical question – a diagnostic test for your life. Are you spending time with Jesus every day? Is He the priority, not just theoretically but in tangible things like where you spend your time and energy? Are you praying? I know it sounds simple: read your Bible, pray every day, and you’ll grow. But it’s the number one thing neglected by believers. Are you reading your Bible? Is Jesus at the centre of your family?

…to read this full article, pick up a copy of the latest issue of JOY, which is on sale nationwide. Purchase copies in leading supermarkets or find copies (print or digital) online at joygifts.co.za.