In English we say “I miss you.” The French say “Tu me manques,” meaning, ”You are missing from me.” Grief is difficult, even more so for children. Here is our story, with steps you can use to help your children through their loss.
The scourge of suicide has been sweeping through nations, obliterating families emotionally, physically, and financially. Some would describe an act of suicide as a massive explosion – the shrapnel races through the air, wounding everyone in sight. The questions are endless. Guilt and blame abound. Join me and Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rani Samuel as we unpack the mental state of someone who is suicidal. We look at the impact on loved ones and talk about the process of healing.
Be a breaker – someone who “breaks through” and crafts a pathway for others to walk through.
I am not inclined to acceptance – every matter is subject to rigorous interrogation, careful consideration, and must prove robust, meticulous, and sensible before I accept it. Yet when I received the diagnosis of breast cancer on 6 August 2021, just shy of my 50th birthday – I acquiesced. No devastated falling in a heap, no gut wrenching cry of “Why me?”, no tears of fear, no dread of being reaped from this life untimeously.
If you attend church on a Sunday morning, you may not realise the amount of work that goes on behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready by the time you arrive…
Always remember that our thoughts, attitudes and actions are as infectious to our children as the coronavirus. We will get through this – their little hands in ours. Together.
The soundtrack to Coolio’s hit “Gangster’s Paradise” has been playing out at Elsie’s River in Cape Town for decades. The area is only around five square kilometres, yet is bursting with stories of joy and anguish, love and hate, death and hope. This, dear reader, is a story of hope.
A lot happens in between Sundays, and often congregants have no idea of the amount of responsibility that weighs heavily on their Pastors shoulders.
Hi everyone, Over the past few weeks I’ve heard heart wrenching stories of families being torn apart, because of infidelity. The aggrieved spouse describes the feeling as worse than death. Children are left broken. They watch their mums and dads try to keep things…
“Mum, does heaven have a beach? Can we take our suitcases there or are there clothes for us in heaven? Mum, who’s going to brush my teeth there? Is it one of the angels? But they’re not my mummy or daddy!”
Hi everyone, It’s that amazing, festive time of year when millions across the globe celebrate Christmas. But, let’s be honest – this year has not been particularly amazing, and the past few weeks have been far from festive. We’re in uncertain, unchartered territory. The…
Hi everyone, Every now and then I pause and ask my husband WHY? Why would anyone willingly become a Pastor? Why would someone even consider this lifestyle? I always jokingly tell him that we could have been rich if he stuck to his profession….
Hi everyone, Did you know when a rattlesnake is cornered, it becomes angry. It becomes so angry that it sometimes ends up biting itself! This really got me thinking about the way we behave when we are frustrated and angry. Let’s face it, anger…
Hi everyone, How often do the words “me”, “myself” and “I” come up in your conversations? It’s tricky isn’t it? No matter how much we try, we naturally gravitate to talking about ourselves. Not only do we love to share our thoughts and views,…
The circumstances of life may have left you feeling down and out. Maybe you’ve been through a death, a divorce, or have lost your job. Perhaps someone has told you you’ll never make it. Maybe you’ve even given up on yourself ! But I’m…
Do you know someone who is self-centered, self-absorbed, and self-serving? We see it in government, we see it in corporate, we see it in others – but what about Ourselves? In this video I give you the opportunity to take the Selfishness test. I…
Hi everyone! In this video I talk about how to reason with and overcome the battles that play out constantly in our minds. Using the consumption of alcohol as an example, I also share how we must always be future-casting, knowing that every decision…
Do you wish you could hear exactly what God was saying? Wouldn’t it be awesome to have a radio station we could tune into and perhaps even call in with our questions! In this video I share the many ways in which God speaks…
Did you know that almost every emotional problem a man has can be traced back to an emotional wound that was caused by his father? In this post I outline four types of Fathers and share practical ways in which fathers can perform their…
When was the last time you did an audit of your relationships? The people we spend our time with are the ones who are influencing us and shaping our character. In this video I share the three types of relationships that we naturally gravitate…
Is there someone whose name just leaves a bitter taste in your mouth? Has their behaviour played a role in the way you view the world? People can be cruel, and there’s plenty of opportunity for us to harbour bitterness against someone, but is…
Is there someone who has hurt you so badly that the very mention of their name makes you cringe? They may have caused you inexplicable damage – be it emotional, financial, or reputational. In this video I share the importance of forgiveness, and how…
Are you a Complainer or an Encourager? In this video I highlight the three types of complainers and explain how we can use our words to bring joy or sorrow, healing or hurt, discouragement or encouragement. I pray that your words will be a…
Hi friends, hope you’re all well and warm! Through the ages, knowledge and wisdom have been highly sought, and for many people success is measured by how much they own, or what they know. However, there’s another type of wisdom I’d like to talk…
Mothers have insight and foresight and can save us from many troubles if we listen to their voice of wisdom. In this video I share how King Solomon’s mother corrected him when he strayed off the path and ultimately set him up for greatness….
Many of us across the globe are under lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We may be confined to our homes, but the internet has made it possible for all sorts of stuff to enter our homes, and all it takes is the…
God’s voice is over political turmoil. It’s over economic systems. God’s voice spoke creation into being and His Voice is the final authority. Take heart. God is in control.
The onset of Covid-19 has left everyone reeling. Many people across the globe are facing financial difficulty, while others are feeling the strain of other challenges, from health concerns to the juggle of family responsibilities. We tend to be anxious and often talk to others about our fears, but how about doing what the Word of God asks us to do ?
In the midst of panic, fear, anxiety and grief, the Church has to stand up now more than ever before to be the voice of Calm, Reassurance and Hope.
Authentic Honour is not just words uttered from our lips, but is a tangible expression of our gratitude, arising from a deep inward conviction.
I sit in the courthouse as I watch her cry
She is me, I am her, we must testify.
We cannot be silent
dying in beds soaked in violence
“One more day and your baby wouldn’t have made it. We would’ve been dealing with a tragedy – a stillbirth.” The busy theatre seemed to stand still as the doctors words echoed through the room. He called my husband to stand alongside him and…
Thank You for loving our Pastor, supporting him and walking this tough and often lonely journey with him. Thank You for treating us as your children, caring for us, praying for us and being a source of inspiration and encouragement. Thank You for everything…
1.We married for love, and had very little idea what we were really signing up for. We entered into our covenant union, looking forward to spending the rest of our lives with our best friend. The challenges of ministry came as a shock to…
Fraud, fake healing, lavish lifestyles and the abuse and manipulation of congregants. The list goes on. There’s no doubt that Pastors have been grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons in South Africa. But what if I were to present to you with the…
PCOS and Endometriosis. That’s the diagnosis doctors have given me. For years, PCOS meant an endless struggle with weight, a constant battle with hormones and more significantly Infertility. It’s been a tumultuous journey for my husband and I, marked with tear-stained pillows, lonely holidays…
Every one of those women was desperate. Every one of those women was strong. Every one of those women was deeply concerned about the well-being of the baby growing inside them. So was I. Yet we were helpless.
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