An honest reflection of what couples in Ministry experience daily – the good, bad and the downright wacky. It demonstrates their undying love, commitment and sacrifice to the Ministry despite all odds.
The story of the woman in Luke 8:43-48 is one that echoes through time, resonating with anyone who has ever felt unworthy, unseen, or cast aside. South African poet Alvin Fredericks captures this beautifully in his poem titled “If Only”, painting a picture of… Continue Reading “If Only”
The early church emphasised the importance of caring for widows. In James 1:27, we are reminded that “religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress.” Yet, many pastors’ widows find themselves navigating their grief alone, disconnected from the very people who once called them family.
The Invisible Weight Carried by Pastors’ Families It was Sunday morning. The music team played, and the congregation worshipped. Standing in the front row, next to my family, tears streamed down my cheeks. The timing was ridiculous. It was Sunday morning after all, when… Continue Reading “Beyond the Pulpit”
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.
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… Continue Reading “What Is Creeping into Our Homes During Lockdown?”
Authentic Honour is not just words uttered from our lips, but is a tangible expression of our gratitude, arising from a deep inward conviction.
In all honesty… it is difficult to preach the promises of God with holes in your pockets. It is even harder praying for people, when you too feel the need for prayer. But this is ministry! You carry your cross, while helping others with theirs. Your life becomes your pulpit. Your silent walk with God through the fire is probably the loudest sermon you could ever preach. And you must first live your message.
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