By XOLA, TELL US WHAT YOUR CHILDHOOD WAS LIKE AND WHAT VALUES SHAPED YOU INTO THE WOMAN YOU ARE TODAY. I really had a good childhood. I was always the active child, well known in the community and church. I had a dance group and choir; I have always been creative. I was born and bred in Cape Town, from Khayelitsha, Gugulethu, and now settled in Delft.My mom, the pillar of our family,my mom was with my father and later separated. She then met my stepfather, who has become one of my best friend.I have siblings too. I was the…
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WHAT IS RIGHTEOUSNESS? According to theologian D.A. Carson righteousness is not merely a legal status but a way of life characterised by obedience, mercy, purity and faithfulness. It is conduct that conforms to God‘s will and Kingdom values. (Matthew chapters 5-7) Scripture shows us that righteousness is fundamentally about being in a right relationship with God and living in a way that reflects his character, will, and standards. Though human righteousness be imperfect, the good news is that the righteousness of God is freely given to all who will receive it. Romans 3: 23- 25, “ for all have sinned and fall…
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HOW TO HEAL, GROW AND TRUST GOD WHEN IT HURTS. “Loss is the state of no longer having something, a decrease in amount/value, or the death of a loved one. It represents a disadvantage, defeat, or failure to maintain control, such as a business losing money or physical loss of, for example, hearing. Common synonyms include deprivation, bereavement, deficit, forfeiture, and damage.” One of the closest words that I can associate to pain and heartache, is loss. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, loss of one’s self, loss of employment, success, relationships or faith – it all hurts,…
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“Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.”2 Corinthians 3:4-5 We all want to walk into a room, start a project, or face a hard conversation with our shoulders back. The question is: what’s holding us back? Worldly confidence is fleeting. It instigated you when your grades are high, your skin is clear, your bank account looks good, and people clap for you. But it demands repayment with anxiety the moment one of those fails. It’s all “you” your hustle, your image,…







