Introduction to Magic in ATR: Define magic within the context of African Traditional Religion, contrasting it with Western perspectives. Highlight its role in controlling natural and supernatural phenomena and addressing life's uncertainties. Mention the importance of specialized knowledge and ritual practices.

This episode aims to help listeners understand why the Lord’s Supper is called a “mystery” and how it serves as a visible sermon of Christ’s death and love.

Explain the rich symbolism of the broken bread and poured‑out cup as signs of Christ’s body given and blood shed for the remission of sins.

Encourage believers to approach the Table with thoughtful preparation, repentance, and faith rather than bare ritual.

Show how the Lord’s Supper strengthens weak faith, comforts troubled consciences, and deepens love for Christ in everyday life.

Today’s episode explores mystical power, magic, witchcraft and sorcery in African traditional religions.

Across many African societies, people believe the universe is filled with a living, dynamic power that can protect, heal, harm or destroy. This power is not seen as fantasy; it is woven into farming, family life, illness, business – even into how people explain accidents and everyday misfortunes.

This episode will walk through vivid village stories, then unpack how African thinkers describe mystical power, good and evil magic, witchcraft and sorcery – and why these ideas matter for understanding contemporary Africa.