Lewendewoord Centurion

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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.

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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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Easter and resurrectionidentity in ChristHoly Spirit renewalRomans and faithboldness in witnesschildren in churchsunrise services

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Koffie met Pastore EP92

    ·12m
  2. 2

    29 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrymoedigheid

    ·30m
  3. 3

    22 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Wie sit by jou tafel?

    ·46m
  4. 4

    2 Kronieke 20:1 - 21:1

    ·20m
  5. 5

    22 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Klein groepe laat jou Groei!

    ·32m
  6. 6

    15 Maart - Johann Herbst - Lei soos Paulus

    ·50m
  7. 7

    Koffie met Pastore EP 106

    ·18m
  8. 8

    15 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Moenie bekommerd wees nie!

    ·31m
  9. 9

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 105

    ·12m
  10. 10

    08 Maart 2026 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Arresteer - Jou gedagtes!

    ·34m
  11. 11

    01 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Paulus - Die Dienaar & Leier

    ·34m
  12. 12

    08 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Geloof

    ·30m
  13. 13

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 104

    ·27m
  14. 14

    01 March 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrug & Gawes van die Heilige Gees

    ·31m
  15. 15

    22 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Jesus het gevas!

    ·31m
  16. 16

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 102

    ·14m
  17. 17

    15 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vas

    ·33m
  18. 18

    Koffie met Pastore EP 101

    ·26m
  19. 19

    08 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Bid Saam

    ·31m
  20. 20

    Koffie met Pastore EP 100

    ·12m
  21. 21

    01 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Eenheid in die Kerk

    ·33m
  22. 22

    Koffie met Pastore EP 99

    ·18m
  23. 23

    25 Januarie 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Dankbare liefde

    ·32m
  24. 24

    2 Kronieke 13:13 - 15:7

    ·20m
  25. 25

    2 Kronieke 6:41 - 7:19

    ·20m
  26. 26

    Koffie met Pastore EP 98

    ·18m
  27. 27

    18 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gesonde Groei

    ·31m
  28. 28

    Koffie met Pastore EP 97

    ·18m
  29. 29

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 96

    ·21m
  30. 30

    07 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Omgee

    ·30m
  31. 31

    Koffie met Pastore EP 95

    ·16m
  32. 32

    30 Novemeber 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Rimples

    ·31m
  33. 33

    Koffie met Pastore EP 94

    ·13m
  34. 34

    23 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gideon veg met Kleipotte!

    ·32m
  35. 35

    Koffie met Pastore EP 93

    ·23m
  36. 36

    16 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Bewoon & Bewerk

    ·32m
  37. 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. 38

    09 November 2025 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Perspektief deur aanbidding

    ·42m
  39. 39

    2 Kronieke 6:1 - 17

    ·21m
  40. 40

    2 Kronieke 17:1 -28

    ·21m
  41. 41

    2 Kronieke 15:8 - 16:14

    ·20m
  42. 42

    1 Kronieke 29:20 - 2 Kronieke 1:13

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  43. 43

    2 Kronieke 3:14 - 5:14

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  44. 44

    2 Kronieke 10:1 - 11:12

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  45. 45

    2 Kronieke 1:14 - 3:13

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  46. 46

    2 Kronieke 9:18 - 31

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  47. 47

    2 Kronieke 6:18 - 40

    ·21m
  48. 48

    2 Kronieke 7:20 - 8:18

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  49. 49

    2 Kronieke 9:1 - 17

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  50. 50

    2 Kronieke 11:13 - 13:12

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  51. 51

    2 Kronieke 24:1 - 27

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  52. 52

    2 Kronieke 25:1 - 26:23

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  53. 53

    2 Kronieke 21:2 - 22:4

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  54. 54

    2 Kronieke 27:1 - 28:27

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  55. 55

    2 Kronieke 22:5 - 23:21

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  56. 56

    2 Kronieke 32:24 - 33:9

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  57. 57

    2 Kronieke 31:6 - 32:8

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  58. 58

    2 Kronieke 34:14 - 33

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  59. 59

    2 Kronieke 29:1 - 36

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  60. 60

    2 Kronieke 35:1 - 19

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  61. 61

    2 Kronieke 30:1 - 31:5

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  62. 62

    2 Kronieke 32:9 - 23

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  63. 63

    1 Kronieke 4:15 - 6:19

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  64. 64

    1 Kronieke 2 & 3

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  65. 65

    1 Kronieke 10:8 - 11:33

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  66. 66

    1 Kronieke 15:13 - 16:43

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  67. 67

    1 Kronieke 1

    ·19m
  68. 68

    1 Kronieke 26:20 - 28:4

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  69. 69

    1 Kronieke 9:10 - 10:7

    ·21m
  70. 70

    1 Kronieke 4:1 - 14

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  71. 71

    1 Kronieke 12:16 - 13:9

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  72. 72

    1 Kronieke 24:20 - 26:19

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  73. 73

    1 Kronieke 17:12 - 18:17

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  74. 74

    1 Kronieke 22:6 - 19

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  75. 75

    1 Kronieke 17:1 - 11

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  76. 76

    1 Kronieke 21:8 - 22:5

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  77. 77

    1 Kronieke 13:11 - 15:12

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  78. 78

    1 Kronieke 6:20 - 80

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  79. 79

    1 Kronieke 23:1 - 24:19

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  80. 80

    1 Kronieke 28:5 - 29:19

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  81. 81

    1 Kronieke 21:8 - 21:27

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  82. 82

    1 Kronieke 11:34 - 12:15

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  83. 83

    1 Kronieke 19:1 - 21:7

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  84. 84

    1 Kronieke 7:1 - 9:9

    ·20m
  85. 85

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 91

    ·14m
  86. 86

    02 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Hy is ons Lig!

    ·31m
  87. 87

    Esra 7:21 - 8:14

    ·20m
  88. 88

    Esra 2:64 - 3:11

    ·21m
  89. 89

    Esra 6:13 - 7:20

    ·19m
  90. 90

    Esra 8:15 - 30

    ·21m
  91. 91

    Esra 3:12 - 4:24

    ·20m
  92. 92

    Esra 1:8 - 2:63

    ·21m
  93. 93

    Esra 1:1 - 7

    ·21m
  94. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 gem

    Wouter 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. 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. 108

    Koffie met Pastore EP 107

    Mar 23, 2026·20m
  109. 109

    22 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Wie sit by jou tafel?

    Hidden gem

    Lewendewoord 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. 110

    22 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Klein groepe laat jou Groei!

    Hidden gem

    Lewendewoord 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. 111

    15 Maart - Johann Herbst - Lei soos Paulus

    Mar 18, 2026·50m
  112. 112

    Koffie met Pastore EP 106

    Mar 17, 2026·18m
  113. 113

    15 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Moenie bekommerd wees nie!

    Mar 15, 2026·31m
  114. 114

    01 Maart 2026 - Johann Herbst - Paulus - Die Dienaar & Leier

    Mar 9, 2026·34m
  115. 115

    08 Maart 2026 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Arresteer - Jou gedagtes!

    Mar 9, 2026·34m
  116. 116

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 105

    Mar 9, 2026·12m
  117. 117

    08 Maart 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Geloof

    Mar 8, 2026·30m
  118. 118

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 104

    Mar 2, 2026·27m
  119. 119

    01 March 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vrug & Gawes van die Heilige Gees

    Mar 1, 2026·31m
  120. 120

    Koffie met Pastore EP 103

    Feb 24, 2026·20m
  121. 121

    22 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Jesus het gevas!

    Feb 22, 2026·31m
  122. 122

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 102

    Feb 16, 2026·14m
  123. 123

    15 Februarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Vas

    Feb 15, 2026·33m
  124. 124

    Koffie met Pastore EP 101

    Feb 10, 2026·26m
  125. 125

    08 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Bid Saam

    Feb 8, 2026·31m
  126. 126

    Koffie met Pastore EP 100

    Feb 2, 2026·12m
  127. 127

    01 Februarie - Wouter van der Merwe - Eenheid in die Kerk

    Feb 1, 2026·33m
  128. 128

    Koffie met Pastore EP 99

    Jan 26, 2026·18m
  129. 129

    25 Januarie 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Dankbare liefde

    Jan 25, 2026·32m
  130. 130

    Koffie met Pastore EP 98

    Jan 19, 2026·18m
  131. 131

    18 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gesonde Groei

    Jan 18, 2026·31m
  132. 132

    Koffie met Pastore EP 97

    Jan 12, 2026·18m
  133. 133

    11 Januarie 2026 - Wouter van der Merwe - In die Wegspringblokke

    Jan 11, 2026·34m
  134. 134

    21 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Josef

    Dec 21, 2025·30m
  135. 135

    Koffie Met Pastore EP 96

    Dec 9, 2025·21m
  136. 136

    07 Desember 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Omgee

    Dec 7, 2025·30m
  137. 137

    Koffie met Pastore EP 95

    Dec 2, 2025·16m
  138. 138

    30 Novemeber 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Rimples

    Nov 30, 2025·31m
  139. 139

    Koffie met Pastore EP 94

    Nov 24, 2025·13m
  140. 140

    23 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Gideon veg met Kleipotte!

    Nov 23, 2025·32m
  141. 141

    Koffie met Pastore EP 93

    Nov 17, 2025·23m
  142. 142

    16 November 2025 - Wouter van der Merwe - Bewoon & Bewerk

    Nov 16, 2025·32m
  143. 143

    Koffie met Pastore EP92

    Nov 12, 2025·12m
  144. 144

    09 November 2025 - Gerrit Jansen van Veuren - Perspektief deur aanbidding

    Nov 11, 2025·42m
  145. 145

    2 Kronieke 6:1 - 17

    Nov 5, 2025·21m
  146. 146

    2 Kronieke 6:41 - 7:19

    Nov 5, 2025·20m
  147. 147

    2 Kronieke 15:8 - 16:14

    Nov 5, 2025·20m
  148. 148

    1 Kronieke 29:20 - 2 Kronieke 1:13

    Nov 5, 2025·20m
  149. 149

    2 Kronieke 13:13 - 15:7

    Nov 5, 2025·20m
  150. 150

    2 Kronieke 17:1 -28

    Nov 5, 2025·21m