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Serving your Season!
A few Sundays ago, we were in church, and I noticed how attending church has changed for me. We get to church, attend the praise, and worship session (thank the
Can I be independent in marriage?
A friend of mine asked me that question the other day. And this is what I told her: Being independent means “not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence”. When
Trusting God is a Narrow Path…
“But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it”. Matthew 7:14 When I think about a narrow road, I imagine
There is a time to pray and time to do more than pray!
This is something I always say and strongly believe in, but it was a lesson for me in August. Sometimes in life we need people around us to pray for
Are You Going To: Take Risks, or Walk by Faith?
“Take that risk” – that’s a phrase we hear all the time. But this got me thinking as Christians we are meant to walk in faith, and not take risks.
Does our life reflect our faith?
I remember one of the things I used to ask my mum a lot growing up is why do people who are saved always say “my name is so and
That One Thing…
How many times do we hear the phrase “God only needs one thing”? Sometimes that is made in reference to your response, He needs your yes, or sometimes in reference
Sophie 2.0: Losing and finding myself again.
Early in the year, I was having a conversation with my sister and she said something that stuck with me: “the pain never goes away you just learn to live
Word of the week – 10.03.2022
To forgive does not mean to forget (Reference scripture Matthew 26:31-35 & John 21:15-17) The reference scripture is the story of Peter. In Matthew is when Jesus told Peter that
Getting to know my why!
When I started blogging, I knew that God wanted me to,as He had told me both directly and indirectly (through people) to share my faith. However, I struggled with the
Word of the week – 28.02.2022
One of the things I have set to fully understand this year is forgiveness. I have a tendency of holding onto things for such a long time and thinking that
Word of the week – 31.01.2022
Last week Wesonga told me that the reason I am struggling with blogging again is that I am still questioning God from last year. Later in the week during one
Sometimes when I can’t pray….
Last year I watched a teaching on the importance of meditating on the word of God day and night, and this absolutely changed my life! When life would throw certain
Word of the week – 19.04.2021
And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this? Esther 4:14 I studied the book of Esther earlier this month and this
Just a random but consistent thought…
The past couple of weeks have not been so easy, I usually get migraines and sometimes they get really bad. I have been fighting with them for a few years
Word of the week – 12.04.2021
But seek ye first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well Matthew 6: 33 This verse really changed my relationship with
Word of the week – 05.04.2021
He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come and see the place where He lay. Matthew 28:6 The world celebrated resurrection Sunday yesterday and it was
The third thing I have learnt in my three years of marriage
Last year I posted two things I learnt in my first two years of marriage, and I said that that would be something I would like to do each year
Word of the week – 29.03.2021
Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half
Be yourself!
This is one of the things that I try to live by daily, and I keep reminding myself that no matter what happens I should always be true to myself.
Word of the week – 22.03.2021
Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 This verse really spoke to me last night. There is so much that is going on
Try this – stop making excuses and start making time!
I have posted consistently for 10 weeks now and I am extremely proud of myself. In this week’s blog post I choose to share one of the things that I
Word of the week – 15.03.2021
My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. John 10:27 I got this week’s word of the week yesterday in church after a powerful praise and
Is is just a pleasing answer?
(For people who just ask questions to be “nosy” – this is not meant for you…lol. You need to first learn how to mind your business, then start being genuine!
Word of the week – 08.03.2021
Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them. Matthew 7:20 (Christ was talking about leaders in this Chapter, but this is one of my anchor verses in my Christian life)
Am I always positive?
I get this question quite a bit and the answer is always NO, I just know how to get back on my feet when I feel low. One thing about
Word of the week – 01.03.2021
“And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep His love is. May you experience the love
Do I have it all figured out?
A while back, I was explaining something to someone – and they said “Sophie, you really look like you have your life figured out.” I immediately smiled and responded, “Well,
Word of the week – 22.02.2021
“But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Matthew 16:15 As I was thinking of what to share as this week’s word of the week, this verse came
Families Matter!
Is your family perfect Sophie? Far from it! Growing up we always saw our mum show up for people, our home was always full of people and we always expected
Word of the week – 15.02.2021
He says, “Be still, and know that I am God…….” Psalm 46:10 This is one of those verses that is always in my mind, and that I keep reminding myself
In the spirit of valentines…
Get someone who gets you! Valentines is coming! I am not big on valentines – but in the spirit of valentines I thought I would write something about love. If
Word of the week – 08.02.2021
Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Romans 12:16 The other day I
Timing matters!
Growing up I didn’t like the phrase ‘God’s time is always best’ (okay I still fight it at times) – to me it was one of those phrases that I
Word of the week – 01.02.2021
Trust the Lord with all your heart lean not on your own understanding…. Proverbs 3:5 On Friday I received some news that I was not really ready or praying for
There is only one Saviour
“Saviour – someone who saves – and for me this is God” I had a different blog post that was to go up today – but after a conversation I
Word of the week – 25.01.2021
“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 Last year was a faith year for me – God
Book Review: Born A Crime, By Trevor Noah
My small sister led me to read this book, and I am so glad I did. As my first book of 2021, it was definitely worth it! Well, technically I
Word of the week – 18.01.2021
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” Matthew 21:22 I was watching a sermon by the late Dr. Myles Munroe and in one of the
As I turned a year older….
My birthday was on 4th January and in the morning before my husband left for work, he said a prayer over me and it is like he knew what I