What’s in a name?
Changing one’s last name when you get married is a legal custom in certain English speaking parts of the world, and even though I’ve grown...
What being a mom tells you about God
Do you know that being a mom has taught me things about God? Let me explain: This year is a big year for me!...
Moments of serendipity
I had a moment of serendipity today. I haven’t had one of those in a while – well, I probably have had them, but...
Why God doesn’t (always) heal
I don’t know what you think about healing and God, but I would bet my small toe you’re interested in it. As for me, I'm...
How to rest well
I recently took leave for the first time this year. You may think that staying alone in the suburbs for five days – while my...
Innocent until proven guilty
We’ve seen many high-profile court cases and trials in South Africa the last few years – most recently the Oscar Pistorius trial that drew interest...
Keep standing for what you believe
“Thuli Madonsela is living in fear for her life after she was warned that a prominent Western Cape boss has been paid to arrange...
Do you get what I’m saying?
I recently saw two chameleons on a farm in Pretoria, South Africa – one was bright green and the other was dark brown. I...
Does prayer work? (Part 2)
Last week I posted a blog asking a very important question, "Does prayer work?" Today I am carrying on that thought and I believe...
What you believe, you know
Many people today have lost perspective. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, society has tried to separate life from faith. You can find people in church, at...