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

LUGANDA SPECIAL: Bakatonda ab’obulimba 20.11.2020

Osiinza katonda omutuufu? Banji baabuzabuzibwa mukusiinza bakatonda abolimba ababulingeri. Wuliriza akatambi kano era oyige Katonda omutuufu yaani, oleme kugwa mu katego ka bakatonda ab’obulimba n’ensiinza etali ntuufu. (English title: False Gods)

Preach the Word! (2 Timothy 4:1–22) 15.11.2020

The apostle Paul’s charge in 2 Timothy 4:1–22 couldn’t be more important. At the end of his life, he’s still passionate about spreading the gospel. And as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains in this inspiring message, the antidote to both false teaching and secular worldviews is the faithful preaching of the Word!

LUGANDA SPECIAL: Omukulisitayo no’ bwetavu bw’omwoyo owokwawula 13.11.2020

Wakati mukulindirira okuda kwa Mukama waffe, tutekendwa okwekenenya bwe tukiriza na’lwaki tubikiriza. Akatambi kano kakunyonyola engeri joyinza okwekenenya mu byo’kiriza nga omukulisitayo. — with Sarah Walusimbi (English title: The Christian and the Need for Discernment)

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: John 10:10 08.11.2020

Jesus said that He came to give us abundant life ( John 10:10 ). Does this mean we should expect to have lots of money and perfect health right now? No—the abundance that He offers is even better! Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: Romans 4:17 01.11.2020

Did God need to exercise faith in order to create the world? And are we supposed to imitate Him, and go about creating things for ourselves by using faith-filled words? Many people today embrace this false “Prosperity Gospel” doctrine, which twists  Romans 4:17 . But understanding the real meaning of this important verse brings a blessing, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 53:4–5 28.10.2020

Has God promised us total physical healing in this life? Some preachers point to Isaiah 53:4–5 and say “yes!” But is that really what these verses are saying? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: Romans 8:28 25.10.2020

Romans 8:28 is a great comfort to all Christians, telling us that “God causes all things to work together for good” in our lives. But what is the “good” that God is bringing out of “all things?” It may not be what you expect! Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

SPECIAL: Apologetics and the Great Commission in Acts 13 23.10.2020

The gospel is an amazing, transformative gift from God which reveals His character and should motivate us to bring it to every person on earth. Rodgers Atwebembeire takes us through Acts 13:13–41 to demonstrate the urgency and excellency of our mission. (From a four-part lecture series by Rodgers Atwebembeire exploring the relationship between Christian apologetics and the Great Commission. The Gr...

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: Philippians 4:14 21.10.2020

In Philippians 4:14 , the Apostle Paul says that “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” What are the “all things” he refers to? Does this mean your football team will always win if they claim this verse? No. Paul has something different—but very important—in mind, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains!

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: 2 Chronicles 7:14 18.10.2020

Many Christians use 2 Chronicles 7:14 to say that God will fix their nation’s problems if believers will only humble themselves and repent. This sounds like a great promise—but is it really what the verse is saying? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains!

SPECIAL: Discerning False Teachers 16.10.2020

What you learn from your pastor or preacher can have eternal consequences! Listen and learn as Rodgers Atwebembeire helps you discern whether your teacher is true or false.

UNTWISTING SCRIPTURE: 3 John 2 14.10.2020

Wouldn’t it be great to live in prosperity—even when the rest of the world is in recession? Some preachers will tell you that this is what God promises in 3 John 2 . But is that really what John means? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains!

Deliverance: What Your Church Can Do 11.10.2020

With all the confusion and abuse surrounding demons and deliverance, what can biblically healthy churches do to help? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

SPECIAL: More Lessons from the Kanungu Cult Tragedy 09.10.2020

What has the church learned from the Kanungu cult massacre—and what action should believers take going forward? Dr. Dennis Kilama responds in this stirring message from the March 17, 2020 symposium held on the campus of Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda.

Warning: The Dangers of Unbiblical “Deliverance” 07.10.2020

“Deliverance ministry” has become a means for fake “men of God” to abuse and exploit the weak and vulnerable. Rodgers Atwebembeire offers the biblical antidote.

Can Christians Be Demon Possessed? 04.10.2020

As a Christian, could you demon possessed? How would you know? There is good news! Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

SPECIAL: Can True Christians Be Bewitched? 02.10.2020

Many Christians in Africa are praying, fasting, and doing all sorts of things from fear of being bewitched. But surely, under Christ, we are protected? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains from Scripture.

The Bible, Exorcism, and You 30.09.2020

Is there a difference between “deliverance ministry” in churches today and what the Bible teaches? The answers may surprise you! Rodgers Atewebembeire explains.

Understanding Demons and Deliverance 27.09.2020

What does God’s Word say about demon possession and “deliverance?” In this new teaching series, Rodgers Atwebembeire gives you balanced, biblical answers on a serious—and often confusing—topic.

SPECIAL: What Does the Prosperity Gospel REALLY Teach? 25.09.2020

What does God's Word say about the popular "Prosperity Gospel" (also called the "Word-Faith movement")? Rodgers Atwebembeire gives clear, biblical answers to the serious questions it raises for believers everywhere.

My Friend Is in a Cultic Group! 23.09.2020

How can you help a friend or loved one who is trapped in a cult? Rodgers Atwebembeire gives you practical ways to communicate with compassion while avoiding common mistakes.

5 Ways Pastors Can Guard Against Cultic Groups 20.09.2020

How can today’s pastors and Christian leaders guard their flocks against falling prey to the cults that work so hard to capture them? Rodgers Atwebembeire draws powerful, timely answers from Acts 20  and other Scripture passages.

SPECIAL: Why You Don’t Need the “Man of God” 18.09.2020

The expression “man of God” has come to mean a self-appointed apostle, prophet or pastor—someone who claims special powers and is above accountability. So often such men (and even women!) control their followers through fear and intimidation. They have become like an assistant god, and to be blessed you must come through them. But you do not need a special pastor or apostle for God to hear you! Ro...

How Should You Respond to Cults? 16.09.2020

What’s the best way to respond to the cultic groups we meet? Should we ignore them or attack them? Or can we understand them and evangelize them? Rodgers Atwebembeire gives you clear steps to protecting yourself AND showing God’s love.

3 Ways Cultic Groups Get You to Join—and Stay 13.09.2020

How do cultic groups use deception, dependence and dread to convert and capture their followers? Rodgers Atwebembeire explains.

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