ACFAR team

Radio Tambua

Religion EN ↓ 188 episodes

The Africa Centre for Apologetics Research (ACFAR) equips Christians with resources and training for discernment, the defense of the faith, and cult evangelism. The Radio Tambua podcast features radio programs and conference messages on cultic movements and apologetics in Africa. (Tambua is a Swahili word meaning “discern.”)

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ACFAR team

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Religion

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acfar.org

Latest episode

May 19, 2026

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Episodes

INTERVIEW: African Traditional Religion and Christianity 05.07.2022

ACFAR director Rodgers Atwebembeire and Mukadde Ayigga Misuseera discuss controversies surrounding syncretism, Christianity, and African traditional religion on Family TV (Uganda).

INTERVIEW: Recognizing and Resisting False Prophets 05.07.2022

What is behind the plague of false prophets dividing the church today? How does Scripture equip believers to recognize and resist counterfeit messengers from God? Rodgers Atwebembeire of ACFAR explores these questions and many more in this wide-ranging interview. https://acfar.org

INTERVIEW: Recognizing and Resisting False Teachers 05.07.2022

Dangerous false teaching is infiltrating the Body of Christ today through radio, TV, social media, and more. How does Scripture equip believers to recognize and resist deceptive doctrine and those who promote it? Rodgers Atwebembeire of ACFAR answers these questions and many others in this wide-ranging interview. https://acfar.org

INTERVIEW: Knowing the Traits of Cults 27.06.2022

What patterns in cultic groups can help you identify them easily? How can we respond to those who claim to be Christians, yet twist the Bible to deceive others? In this recent interview on Family TV Uganda, Rodgers Atwebembeire of ACFAR explains how we can recover our focus on the sufficiency of Scripture and the centrality of Christ—and fulfill the Great Commission’s call to discipleship by equip...

INTERVIEW: Answering Cults in Malawi 27.06.2022

In this fast-paced, wide-ranging conversation—in English and Chichewa—Kennedy Gondwe and Tim Martin of CFAR discuss the real and growing threat of cultic groups in Malawi and offer solutions based in God’s unchanging Word. Originally broadcast via Blantyre Synod Radio.

INTERVIEW: Answering Cults in East Africa 27.06.2022

In this recent interview on Family TV Uganda, Rodgers Atwebembeire of ACFAR tackles tough questions about the challenge of cults facing every believer. How do cultic groups recruit? How can every believer learn to discern between truth and error by knowing Scripture and recognizing common forms of deception? Learn how to protect yourself and others in this fast-paced discussion!

INTERVIEW: Answering Cults in Southern Africa 27.06.2022

In this recent radio interview, Kennedy Gondwe of CFAR Southern Africa and Tim Martin of CFAR USA answer important questions about our crisis of discernment and the challenge of cultic groups today. What does Scripture tell us about identifying, understanding, and answering false teachers and their followers? Listen for answers! Recording courtesy of Faith Radio 92.1 FM (Kitwe, Zambia).

Does the Bible Address False Teaching? 24.06.2022

Every book of the New Testament, with the exception of Philemon, warns believers of false and false teachings. Indeed, the battle between truth and error has been raging ever since Genesis 3. How can you be prepared? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains from Scripture. www. ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa .

How Do I Identify a False Teacher? 24.06.2022

The greatest danger with false teachers is that they are “wolves in sheep’s clothing” (Mt. 7:15). How does Scripture help us to identify them? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. www. ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa .

Is False Teaching Even Worth Talking About? 24.06.2022

False teaching is ravaging the church in Africa —affecting not only eternal destinies, but with dangerous consequences here and now. Thankfully, Scripture both warns and equips us for this threat, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. www. ACFAR.org Reposted by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition—Africa .

Women, Discernment, and Defending the Faith 24.06.2022

The undiscerning Christian woman is in constant danger from false apostles, false prophets, fake pastors, and “every wind of doctrine” (Ephesians 4:14). But God’s unchanging Word gives us everything we need to recognize and respond to harmful error, as  Project Priscilla coordinator Sarah Walusimbi explains in this powerful message. www. ACFAR.org

ENCORE: Engaging Atheists and Skeptics 18.12.2021

Many will claim that biblical faith conflicts with reason and science. But is this true? Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya offers valuable insights and practical advice on reaching out to atheists and skeptics with the coherent worldview and eternal hope that Christ alone can offer. Merry Christmas!

CHURCH UNDER FIRE: Will We Be Faithful to the End? 11.12.2021

The book of Revelation can be confusing and intimidating. In this encouraging message Rodgers Atwebembeire highlights the most important aspect of chapter 2—the preeminence of Jesus Christ. 

ADVENTISM: What You Need to Know 04.12.2021

Is Seventh-day Adventism compatible with “the faith once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3), or is it a subtle counterfeit belief system promoting a false prophet and a false gospel? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

The “Prosperity Gospel” and Psalm 130 26.11.2021

The “Prosperity Gospel” (Word-Faith) movement promotes a distorted view of man's authority, identity, health and wealth.  But the prayer in Psalm 130 shows us the right way to rely on God for every need, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

YOU Can Witness to Cultists! 20.11.2021

It can be intimidating to share the Gospel with a cult member! How do you begin? Rodgers Atwebembeire gives us three important things to keep in mind: 1) Know basic Bible teachings (and be able to explain them) 2) Pray for the one you’re evangelizing 3) Emphasize the role of God’s grace in salvation

Why Is Apologetics Essential? (Jude 3–4) 13.11.2021

The urgency of contending for the faith was paramount to Jude in his letter to the saints.  What does this mean for us? The answer may surprise you, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

FROM ATHEISM TO FAITH: How Apologetics Changed My Life 06.11.2021

Former atheist Eliud Gachunji tells Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya how God used apologetics to convince him that He exists. 

Is Apologetics Just for “Smart People”…or for All Christians? 30.10.2021

Apologetics is the defense of the faith. Do you have to be a scholar to understand and use apologetics? Actually, all Christians are called—and commanded—to defend “the faith once for all delivered to the saints" (Jude 3–4). And this is very good news, as Vincent Kajuma explains.

What’s Wrong With the Prosperity Gospel? (Part 2) 23.10.2021

Does God promise to bless you with money? Is it God’s will for you to be rich? Lots of pastors and self-proclaimed prophets today say “Yes!” But there are many reasons why every Christian should beware of this too-good-to-be-true “gospel of prosperity.” In this two-part series Rodgers Atwebembeire gives you four that you should take very seriously—including the popular “seed faith” error. Also see...

What’s Wrong With the Prosperity Gospel? (Part 1) 13.10.2021

Does God promise to bless you with money? Is it God’s will for you to be rich? Lots of pastors and self-proclaimed prophets today say “Yes!” But there are many reasons why every Christian should beware of this too-good-to-be-true “gospel of prosperity.” In this two-part series Rodgers Atwebembeire gives you four that you should take very seriously. Also see… A Statement on Prosperity Teaching (Lau...

Have Mercy on Those Who Doubt (Part 2) 08.10.2021

Christians can easily get frustrated with someone who is always questioning, but the Bible calls us to respond with compassion. In this episode Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya gives us eight helpful ways to approach the one who doubts.

Have Mercy on Those Who Doubt (Part 1) 02.10.2021

Jude 22 commands us to “have mercy on those who doubt”. Christians can easily get frustrated with someone who is always questioning, but the Bible calls us to respond with compassion. Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya helps us understand and wisely apply God’s Word.

God’s Glory—and Your Salvation 24.09.2021

Many people are asking: “Will Ravi Zacharias be saved in the end?” Such questions naturally haunt us in our own private encounters with sin: How will this affect my eternal fate? Does this sin endanger my salvation? But by focusing on these kinds of questions we skew biblical priorities. Vincent Kajuma of ACFAR Kenya explains. Used by kind permission of The Gospel Coalition Africa .

BEWARE! Hyper-Grace and the Prosperity Gospel 19.09.2021

Two especially toxic teachings are threatening the health of the church today: “hyper-grace” and the “Prosperity Gospel.” What does the Bible really teach us about grace and prosperity? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains. More on this topic: Grasping the True Grace of God (article) Hyper-Grace (videos)

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