Afrikaans sermons with resurrection at the center.
The gist
Lewendewoord Centurion sounds like a church service brought straight into the feed. Sermons and pastoral roundtable moments move between Romans, Easter, revival, identity in Christ, children in worship, and the life of the community.
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About Lewendewoord Centurion
Lewendewoord Centurion is a large feed of Afrikaans Christian teaching, sermons, Word School sessions, and pastoral conversation. It sounds close to the church floor. The messages are direct, prayerful, and strongly shaped by Scripture, with speakers moving from a passage into personal testimony, congregational life, and practical faith. Recent episodes are especially rooted in Easter and resurrection teaching. The cross is treated as a sign of grace. The empty tomb becomes the center of hope, victory over death, and Christian identity. Wouter van der Merwe’s messages return often to boldness, the believer’s identity in Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the meaning of Jesus being lifted up. Johann Herbst’s sermons bring a vivid congregational energy, with calls for revival, desire for God’s presence, and attention to children at the center of Jesus’ teaching. The Word School material slows the pace slightly, using Romans to think through faith, righteousness, and the history of reformation. Coffee with Pastors gives the feed a second register. It is warmer and more conversational, looking back on services, young adult gatherings, sunrise worship, meals, and the shared life of the church. The show often links doctrine to ordinary images: tables, families, children, food, worship gatherings, and people finding their place in a community. It can be grave when speaking about sin, death, crisis, and the cross. It also turns quickly toward encouragement, prayer, blessing, and the believer’s confidence before God. The production keeps a broadcast-service feel, sometimes repeating the same intro language and preserving the texture of live church speech. That looseness is part of the identity. This is not a detached theology podcast or a polished interview series. It is a congregation’s preaching and pastoral memory, kept active through audio. The best fit is for listeners who want evangelical, Scripture-centered teaching with a distinctly Afrikaans church cadence and a strong emphasis on Easter faith, Holy Spirit renewal, and lived discipleship.
Made for: Suited to Afrikaans-speaking Christians seeking warm, Scripture-centered preaching, Word School teaching, and congregation-shaped reflection. It will especially fit listeners drawn to Easter theology, Holy Spirit renewal, and practical discipleship.
What sets it apart: The feed blends Sunday-style preaching, classroom Bible teaching, and informal pastor conversation inside one congregational archive. Its appeal comes from the live church texture: prayer, repetition, testimony, Scripture stacks, and everyday images carrying the theology.
In their own words
Woordgefundeerde waarhede in liefde deur Wouter van der Merwe en vele meer!
As heard by us
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · August 2026
Lewendewoord Centurion offers grounded Christian teaching where sermons, prayer, and church practice stay close to everyday congregational life.
Lewendewoord Centurion is rooted in church life: sermons, prayer, Bible teaching, and pastor-table conversation all come from the same congregational center.
Why you'd press play
The Bible is open, and Wouter van der Merwe even invites you to disagree.
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- to work through 2 Chronicles verse by verse with a notebook nearby
- to imagine a small group where you can ask for prayer without having to perform
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Episodes
- 1
Koffie met Pastore EP92
·12m - 2
29 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrymoedigheid
·30m - 3
22 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Wie sit by jou tafel?
·46m - 4
2 Kronieke 20:1 - 21:1
·20m - 5
22 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Klein groepe laat jou Groei!
·32m - 6
15 Maart - Johann Herbst - Lei soos Paulus
·50m - 7
Koffie met Pastore EP 106
·18m - 8
15 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Moenie bekommerd wees nie!
·31m - 9
Koffie Met Pastore EP 105
·12m - 10
08 Maart 2026 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Arresteer - Jou gedagtes!
·34m - 11
01 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Paulus - Die Dienaar & Leier
·34m - 12
08 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Geloof
·30m - 13
Koffie Met Pastore EP 104
·27m - 14
01 March 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrug & Gawes van die Heilige Gees
·31m - 15
22 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Jesus het gevas!
·31m - 16
Koffie Met Pastore EP 102
·14m - 17
15 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vas
·33m - 18
Koffie met Pastore EP 101
·26m - 19
08 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Bid Saam
·31m - 20
Koffie met Pastore EP 100
·12m - 21
01 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Eenheid in die Kerk
·33m - 22
Koffie met Pastore EP 99
·18m - 23
25 Januarie 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Dankbare liefde
·32m - 24
2 Kronieke 13:13 - 15:7
·20m - 25
2 Kronieke 6:41 - 7:19
·20m - 26
Koffie met Pastore EP 98
·18m - 27
18 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gesonde Groei
·31m - 28
Koffie met Pastore EP 97
·18m - 29
Koffie Met Pastore EP 96
·21m - 30
07 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Omgee
·30m - 31
Koffie met Pastore EP 95
·16m - 32
30 Novemeber 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Rimples
·31m - 33
Koffie met Pastore EP 94
·13m - 34
23 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gideon veg met Kleipotte!
·32m - 35
Koffie met Pastore EP 93
·23m - 36
16 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Bewoon & Bewerk
·32m - 37
05 April 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - "En as Ek van die aarde af verhoog word, sal Ek almal na My toe trek"
·30m - 38
09 November 2025 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Perspektief deur aanbidding
·42m - 39
2 Kronieke 6:1 - 17
·21m - 40
2 Kronieke 17:1 -28
·21m - 41
2 Kronieke 15:8 - 16:14
·20m - 42
1 Kronieke 29:20 - 2 Kronieke 1:13
·20m - 43
2 Kronieke 3:14 - 5:14
·20m - 44
2 Kronieke 10:1 - 11:12
·20m - 45
2 Kronieke 1:14 - 3:13
·20m - 46
2 Kronieke 9:18 - 31
·20m - 47
2 Kronieke 6:18 - 40
·21m - 48
2 Kronieke 7:20 - 8:18
·21m - 49
2 Kronieke 9:1 - 17
·20m - 50
2 Kronieke 11:13 - 13:12
·20m - 51
2 Kronieke 24:1 - 27
·21m - 52
2 Kronieke 25:1 - 26:23
·20m - 53
2 Kronieke 21:2 - 22:4
·20m - 54
2 Kronieke 27:1 - 28:27
·20m - 55
2 Kronieke 22:5 - 23:21
·20m - 56
2 Kronieke 32:24 - 33:9
·20m - 57
2 Kronieke 31:6 - 32:8
·20m - 58
2 Kronieke 34:14 - 33
·20m - 59
2 Kronieke 29:1 - 36
·20m - 60
2 Kronieke 35:1 - 19
·20m - 61
2 Kronieke 30:1 - 31:5
·20m - 62
2 Kronieke 32:9 - 23
·20m - 63
1 Kronieke 4:15 - 6:19
·20m - 64
1 Kronieke 2 & 3
·20m - 65
1 Kronieke 10:8 - 11:33
·20m - 66
1 Kronieke 15:13 - 16:43
·20m - 67
1 Kronieke 1
·19m - 68
1 Kronieke 26:20 - 28:4
·20m - 69
1 Kronieke 9:10 - 10:7
·21m - 70
1 Kronieke 4:1 - 14
·20m - 71
1 Kronieke 12:16 - 13:9
·20m - 72
1 Kronieke 24:20 - 26:19
·20m - 73
1 Kronieke 17:12 - 18:17
·20m - 74
1 Kronieke 22:6 - 19
·20m - 75
1 Kronieke 17:1 - 11
·21m - 76
1 Kronieke 21:8 - 22:5
·20m - 77
1 Kronieke 13:11 - 15:12
·21m - 78
1 Kronieke 6:20 - 80
·20m - 79
1 Kronieke 23:1 - 24:19
·20m - 80
1 Kronieke 28:5 - 29:19
·20m - 81
1 Kronieke 21:8 - 21:27
·20m - 82
1 Kronieke 11:34 - 12:15
·20m - 83
1 Kronieke 19:1 - 21:7
·20m - 84
1 Kronieke 7:1 - 9:9
·20m - 85
Koffie Met Pastore EP 91
·14m - 86
02 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Hy is ons Lig!
·31m - 87
Esra 7:21 - 8:14
·20m - 88
Esra 2:64 - 3:11
·21m - 89
Esra 6:13 - 7:20
·19m - 90
Esra 8:15 - 30
·21m - 91
Esra 3:12 - 4:24
·20m - 92
Esra 1:8 - 2:63
·21m - 93
Esra 1:1 - 7
·21m - 94
21 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Josef
This episode discusses the biblical figure Joseph of Nazareth during the Christmas season, exploring his significance alongside other Josephs in the Bible.
·30m - 95
2 Kronieke 33:10 - 34:13
This episode discusses the biblical story of Manasseh, a bad king and son of Hiskia, emphasizing lessons on being God-fearing and teaching disciples from the Bible.
·20m - 96
11 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - In die Wegspringblokke
This episode is a Christian devotional podcast welcoming listeners to the new year 2026 with prayer, spiritual reflection, and an invitation for engagement.
·34m - 97
Koffie met Pastore EP 103
The hosts discuss a recent worship service where participants shared music, flags, and encouraging words, highlighting spiritual connections and community interactions.
·20m - 98
2 Kronieke 35:20 - 36:23
This episode provides a verse-by-verse Bible study of 2 Chronicles 35:20-36:23, focusing on King Yusia's revival in Israel and the events leading to his end.
·20m - 99
Koffie met Pastore EP 107
Hosts Gerrit and Johan lead a pastoral coffee chat, starting with a birthday prayer for Pastor Johan Herbst.
·20m·2 clips - 100
2 Kronieke 18:29 - 19:11
Wouter van der Merwe leads a verse-by-verse Bible study focusing on 2 Chronicles 18:29-19:11.
·20m·2 clips - 101
19 April 2026 - Wouter Van der Merwe - "Jesus kom weer!"
This episode features a sermon by Wouter Van der Merwe discussing the return of Jesus from a Christian perspective.
Apr 19, 2026·32m - 102
12 April 2026 - Johann Herbst - Hy Is!
A spiritual leader encourages listeners to desire and experience the Holy Spirit's presence, restoration, and blessings through prayer and community.
Apr 15, 2026·37m - 103
Woordskool - Romeine 1:18 - 32
This episode continues a Bible study on Romans, focusing on how salvation is based on faith and connecting it to the Protestant Reformation.
Apr 15, 2026·59m - 104
Koffie met Pastore EP 108
This episode features a conversation about recent church activities, including a sunrise service, young adults' overnight event, and a Good Friday sermon, highlighting spiritual reflections and community experiences.
Apr 13, 2026·13m - 105
12 April 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - "Opstandingskrag"
This episode discusses the significance of resurrection power in the context of Easter, noting increased church attendance during difficult global times like war and economic crises.
Apr 12, 2026·32m - 106
05 April 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - "En as Ek van die aarde af verhoog word, sal Ek almal na My toe trek"
Hidden gemWouter van der Merwe of Levene Woord Centurion opens with Numbers 21, where Moses raises a copper snake and the people look up to be healed.
Apr 5, 2026·30m·2 clips - 107
29 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrymoedigheid
Hidden gem["Wouter van der Merwe of Lewendewoord Centurion uses Numbers 13 and 1 Thessalonians 2 to argue that believers need boldness to speak about Jesus instead of living from fear.", "He points listeners to the 3 April sunrise service at 6:00 in the field at Lewendewoord Centurion and says Dr Isaac Burger will preach on 5 April.", "The sermon moves from Caleb and Joshua versus the ten spies to 2 Timothy 1:7, then to identity statements like Romans 8:10, 1 Corinthians 6:19, and 2 Corinthians 5:17.", "He closes with Paul's example in 1 Thessalonians 2: not pleasing people, not using flattery, and living with holiness, righteousness, and fatherly care."]
Mar 29, 2026·30m·2 clips - 108
Koffie met Pastore EP 107
Mar 23, 2026·20m - 109
22 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Wie sit by jou tafel?
Hidden gemLewendewoord Centurion's "Wie sit by jou tafel?" uses the table as a picture of church, family, and healing.
Mar 23, 2026·46m·3 clips - 110
22 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Klein groepe laat jou Groei!
Hidden gemLewendewoord Centurion's 22 Maart 2026 message by Wouter van der Merwe argues that small groups make church life practical.
Mar 22, 2026·32m·3 clips - 111
15 Maart - Johann Herbst - Lei soos Paulus
Mar 18, 2026·50m - 112
Koffie met Pastore EP 106
Mar 17, 2026·18m - 113
15 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Moenie bekommerd wees nie!
Mar 15, 2026·31m - 114
01 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Paulus - Die Dienaar & Leier
Mar 9, 2026·34m - 115
08 Maart 2026 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Arresteer - Jou gedagtes!
Mar 9, 2026·34m - 116
Koffie Met Pastore EP 105
Mar 9, 2026·12m - 117
08 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Geloof
Mar 8, 2026·30m - 118
Koffie Met Pastore EP 104
Mar 2, 2026·27m - 119
01 March 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrug & Gawes van die Heilige Gees
Mar 1, 2026·31m - 120
Koffie met Pastore EP 103
Feb 24, 2026·20m - 121
22 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Jesus het gevas!
Feb 22, 2026·31m - 122
Koffie Met Pastore EP 102
Feb 16, 2026·14m - 123
15 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vas
Feb 15, 2026·33m - 124
Koffie met Pastore EP 101
Feb 10, 2026·26m - 125
08 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Bid Saam
Feb 8, 2026·31m - 126
Koffie met Pastore EP 100
Feb 2, 2026·12m - 127
01 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Eenheid in die Kerk
Feb 1, 2026·33m - 128
Koffie met Pastore EP 99
Jan 26, 2026·18m - 129
25 Januarie 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Dankbare liefde
Jan 25, 2026·32m - 130
Koffie met Pastore EP 98
Jan 19, 2026·18m - 131
18 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gesonde Groei
Jan 18, 2026·31m - 132
Koffie met Pastore EP 97
Jan 12, 2026·18m - 133
11 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - In die Wegspringblokke
Jan 11, 2026·34m - 134
21 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Josef
Dec 21, 2025·30m - 135
Koffie Met Pastore EP 96
Dec 9, 2025·21m - 136
07 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Omgee
Dec 7, 2025·30m - 137
Koffie met Pastore EP 95
Dec 2, 2025·16m - 138
30 Novemeber 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Rimples
Nov 30, 2025·31m - 139
Koffie met Pastore EP 94
Nov 24, 2025·13m - 140
23 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gideon veg met Kleipotte!
Nov 23, 2025·32m - 141
Koffie met Pastore EP 93
Nov 17, 2025·23m - 142
16 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Bewoon & Bewerk
Nov 16, 2025·32m - 143
Koffie met Pastore EP92
Nov 12, 2025·12m - 144
09 November 2025 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Perspektief deur aanbidding
Nov 11, 2025·42m - 145
2 Kronieke 6:1 - 17
Nov 5, 2025·21m - 146
2 Kronieke 6:41 - 7:19
Nov 5, 2025·20m - 147
2 Kronieke 15:8 - 16:14
Nov 5, 2025·20m - 148
1 Kronieke 29:20 - 2 Kronieke 1:13
Nov 5, 2025·20m - 149
2 Kronieke 13:13 - 15:7
Nov 5, 2025·20m - 150
2 Kronieke 17:1 -28
Nov 5, 2025·21m