Everything the light touches
As a kid growing up I used to fear the dark. I would sleep with a night-light on, and when I was older (*cough,...
Dealing with tragedy
Dealing with tragedy is such a difficult thing. We think we have all the answers until tragedy strikes us. Unfortunately, no-one is exempt from...
Christianity: there is no moral high-ground
One of the saddest things I hear young people say is,
"I'll come to church once I've sorted a few things out..."
It's a reality that...
How you can know God’s will?
A friend of mine recently asked me, "How can I know if it's God's will?" I know I have also had this question many...
God and dating
Most children find moving schools hugely traumatic, but I thrived when we moved from one side of town to the other and had to...
The opposite effect
Have you ever wondered why the opposite of something good exists?
Before you dismiss the question into the realm of philosophical complexity, I want you...
What to do when your prayers aren’t answered
Many of us have prayed for something haven't we? Whether it's a promotion at work, a baby, a spouse, more money, or healing, we've...
When life doesn’t make sense
Have you ever faced a difficult time? Many of us have gone through really tough times. Perhaps it was a tragedy or a painful...
Shame Exposed
There is one South Africanism that has distinctly marked our country linguistically: the use of the word "Shame". Used to express sympathy for the...
How to find courage in a tough season
Have you ever found yourself going through a season or a situation where you are forced to stand up, rise above, and courageously face...