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INSPIRATION BEHIND THE NAME OF THE BLOG


When an artist decides to make a painting, he "conceives" a picture. He then takes out the canvas, brushes and paint. After getting out all he may need, the artist starts picking out the colours and brushes he wants to use...then; he begins! Now, somewhere during the process of this painting he comes to the point where he decides to use a very fine brush to put in the some detail on the painting, but for some reason that brush just does not want to work...and having to finish the painting, the artist chooses another brush which even though it is not as fine (able) as the previous brush becomes a skilful wand in the hands of the artist, not due to the capabilities of the brush...no, due to the willingness!

Mat 22:14 for many are called, but few are chosen...

I believe this scripture does not refer to God having favourites and therefore does not want to choose some, but rather because some are consistently refusing God's grace and love to shape and mold their hearts.

Do you realize just how much God loves you...? He created the universe with words, yet He took the time to mold, shape and create you...this has to make you wonder; who is this God that thought of me before the foundation of the earth and if He thought of me, that must mean that I am worth so much in His hands...?


THERE IS ALWAYS A WITNESS, WHAT OR WHO IS YOURS?

Choosing Life in the Presence of Death Scripture does not allow humanity the comfort of neutrality. From the beginning, God places before us a choice...life or death, blessing or curse, obedience or rebellion, faith or fear. This reality is made unmistakably clear when God declares, “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life” (Deuteronomy 30:19). These words are not merely theological abstractions. They speak into lived reality. Every decision carries weight. Every action sets something in motion and every moment of crisis becomes a crossroads where the future is quietly being shaped. Few biblical narratives reveal this truth with as much gravity as the story of the Nile in the book of Exodus. The river stands as more than geography. It becomes testimony. The same waters that bore death would later become the means of life. The same river that absorbed injustice would eventually carry deliverance. Through it all, God revealed both His power to re...
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HE IS ENOUGH

HE IS ENOUGH For those of you who read my article in the 28th edition of Lady Rose Magazine, you would have read my testimony on the covenant God made with me in 2009. A moment birthed out of curiosity became a journey of unconditional love. In that moment, He spoke three promises to my heart, and at the time, I held on to those words as promises. But over time, through revelation and walking closely with Him, I began to understand that this was not merely a promise. This was a covenant, and covenant carries a weight that promises alone cannot bear. Covenant is not just about receiving… it is about giving back. It is about dying to self so that His life may be formed in us. For it is only through dying with Christ that we are raised with Him. It is only through covenant returned that the covenant matures. It is only in the fear of the Lord that we begin to fully comprehend the glory we have been invited to walk in. We have now lived in Oudtshoorn for over four years, surrounded by aloe...
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War to Have or Nation to Hold?

Praying for Humility and Discernment in a Time of Global Uncertainty Over the last couple of days, I have been in prayer over the ongoing crisis involving Russia and Ukraine. My heart has been burdened not just by the political tensions, but by the spiritual climate influencing national decisions. My prayer has been that no country would react out of emotion or fear, but would instead humble themselves before God, seeking His counsel above all. Any action taken from pride or greed rarely leads to peace; it often brings more harm to those already suffering under oppression. On the morning of February 28, 2022 , I had a dream that referenced Japan and an attack on a harbor. While this immediately brought to mind the historical events of Pearl Harbor , I did not interpret it as a literal prediction. Instead, it seemed like a symbolic warning...an invitation to reflect. For context, the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 , was a strategic military strike by Japan against the U....
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IS IT FINISHED OR ARE YOU DEMINISHED?

The Power of Forgiveness: My Journey to Healing Sixteen years ago, the Lord made a covenant with me, promising that there would be a child. Since 2009, my life has been marked by both trials and triumphs. I firmly believe that while the fulfilment of His promise is connected to time, it is also dependent on my covenant heart towards His. It requires my willingness to honour Him as Lord of my life, trusting that He holds my heart and enables me to fulfil His will. His love for me is so profound that He sacrificed everything, even His own life…so that I may not only receive His promise but experience it in full measure, to the point of overflow. For years, I struggled with recurring patterns in my life, obstacles that kept resurfacing and hindering me in ways I didn’t fully comprehend. From the age of four until sixteen, I was molested. The trauma of those years left deep wounds in my heart, and although I believed I had forgiven, subtle traces of unforgiveness lingered within me. By God...
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TURN THE OTHER CHEEK and MAKE YOUR ENEMY WEAK

The Story of Samson: A Lesson in Righteousness from God’s Perspective In 2023, while leading a discussion with my students, I felt compelled by the Holy Spirit to explore the story of Samson, a man whose life is often seen through the lens of personal strength, vengeance, and tragic consequences. Yet, the deeper I dove into his story, the more I realized that Samson’s life offers profound insights into the difference between man’s perception of righteousness and God’s perfect understanding of it. In our conversation, we reflected on the theme of righteousness; specifically, how human beings tend to measure it in terms of personal actions and retribution, while God’s perspective is rooted in mercy, grace, and purpose. Samson's Riddle: A Glimpse into God’s Wisdom In Judges 14:14, we find Samson challenging the Philistine guests with a riddle: "Out of the eater came something to eat, And out of the strong came something sweet." At first glance, this riddle appears to be mere...
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