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 up in quite a conservative...
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! I’ve been married for 17...
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 I haven’t recognised them as...
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 fascinated and I believe it's...
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 parents were at a resort...
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 from all over the world.
The...
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 a hit on her,” read...
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 almost missed the brown one...
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 it will help you. (To...
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 work, at home or on...