Category: Mel’s Blog

What the Corona Virus is Doing to our Kids and How WE Can Help Them

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.

GANGSTER’S PARADISE

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.

IN BETWEEN SUNDAYS

A lot happens in between Sundays, and often congregants have no idea of the amount of responsibility that weighs heavily on their Pastors shoulders.

Five Reasons Why Having An Affair Is A Bad Idea!

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… Continue Reading “Five Reasons Why Having An Affair Is A Bad Idea!”

Mum, does Heaven have a beach?

“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!”

BRINGING JOY TO THE WORLD, AND YOUR HOME THIS CHRISTMAS

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… Continue Reading “BRINGING JOY TO THE WORLD, AND YOUR HOME THIS CHRISTMAS”

Gratitude

When last did you receive a message from someone genuinely saying “Thank You” for something you’ve done? I bet it’s few and far between, and when they do come through, it’s from the same people all the time. In this video, I outline 4… Continue Reading “Gratitude”

There is Hope

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… Continue Reading “There is Hope”

Selfishness

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… Continue Reading “Selfishness”

The Battle of the Mind

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… Continue Reading “The Battle of the Mind”