NasieInspirasie / NationInspiration

This time of year we can sit back and reflect on the time passed,  all we have lost and gained during 2012... What a year it has been for me and my family.  We have had the most joyous experiences, but also a few heartbreaking ones...and as the saying goes: it's not what happens to you, but how you handle what happens to you... I might not know you by name or know your situation but the message of grace is for everyone. My message to you for the time ahead is this: God is a God of love and restoration; if you have Him, you have everything. Give Him your ashes: your broken heart; broken dreams;  He has graciously given you His beauty and Restoration through His Son, Jesus. This Month NasieInspirasie had an interview with  a South African couple who are missionaries  in the Middle East. Their testimony has just reminded me to be thankful at ALL times,  especially because of all that they have given  up to be u...

Hello Beloved Readers, Welcome to November's NasieInspirasie! (Inspiration for all Nations!) Thank you to all the readers who gave feedback;  to those who were blessed by Willie (The Fudge Man's story) last month.  Many more blessings to come!  God uses ordinary people; you and me to do extraordinary things!  This brings me to the extraordinary life and times of  Canticle Coffee and Music Lounge Owner, Liezl Hobbs. I was so inspired by her life changing story  and believe this one will hit the spot for you to! Her story is one of courage and determination,  God's faithfulness and about the dream God has entrusted her with.  Liezl Hobbs THE INTERVIEW 1. Tell us a bit more about yourself. I was born, went to school and spent most of my life in the Kalahari. After school I joined a Performing Christian Dance and Drama group traveling South Africa. Our main focus was to take the ARTS back for God. This has been...

I have decided to take it a little further and meet 'the man on the street', doing interviews with different people in my community on the principle as discussed in Luke 16:10 Whoever is faithful in small matters will be faithful in large ones; whoever is dishonest in small matters will be dishonest in large ones Having in mind that the little boy who brought only 2 fish and 5 loaves brought enough for Jesus to feed THOUSANDS through his little contribution ... I believe that God is saying; Why are you holding back? Is it because you think, by your own estimate and the negative influences and people around you... that you are inadequate? Give what you've got to God and He will make it MORE! He made you, He knows what for so you are free to take the first step, trusting Him. So here goes... My first interview was with a man on the street, on Zambezi drive (Sefako Makgato drive) in the Montana area. He has and will inspire many. His name is Willie and he ...

"The Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge (the beginning of Wisdom), But fools despise wisdom and discipline." Prov 1:7 Fearing the Lord is a healthy respect for Him. Be sensitive to what He requires... I am talking about Relationship with the Spirit of God, not religion.  If you LOVE Me, You will OBEY Me...He says. You just don't wake up one day and Love Him. You Hear His Voice and you respond. This is a continual walk. This is the whole 'enchilada' of honest Christianity. You don't have to be in a church to experience God. He is Everywhere. The Fear of man often leads us into the low areas of life. Fear of disappointing people.  Fear of failure...Fear of confrontation. You are Wise, if you make a choice rooted in:  Pleasing and Obeying God. Even if it means, losing a few people around you. You will always be rewarded for that choice. He gives Beauty for Ashes... Many a tim...

"Listen to your Father, who gave you life,  and don't despise your Mother  when she is old." Prov.23:22 Dear Readers, We are nearing the end of our adventure of the 30 Waterproof Principles -  On the 8th of September, which is only a few hours away,  I will be 30!!! My Parents I was a surprise to my parents...Last-born and youngest of four. When my parents were my age, they already had four children. What a big responsibility... I would like to use this moment to honor them. My Wonderful Father, a man of God, a Father who has laughed with me, cried with me and held me during the toughest times of my life. He has brought music into our house (although we differ on taste at times, rhythm remains!) He is a man full of faith, one I am proud of. Adventure Mom! She lives by the words: "Life is an Adventure." The Adventure? swing from trees, get cuts and bruises, cry a little, laugh a lot and live the life before you. Taught me ...

You must not follow  the crowd in doing wrong. When you are called to testify in a dispute, do not be swayed by the crowd to twist justice. Exodus 23:2 you might find yourself in a particular situation...one where you will have to choose, and it might cost you something or even someone dear. It might cost you your reputation, a dear friend, who can't seem to agree with your life choices and the direction you have decided to take....... or even that promotion at work. It might cost you the most loved to you. He is worth it. There is a song by the Irish Band, The Rend Collective experiment: 'THE COST'. "I've counted up the cost and You are worth it..." http://youtu.be/cprV3TZet0g When you are counting up the cost, also remember those who come after you. Who might want to stand for the same reasons you are standing. If you've made your stand, the one after you won't have to stand as strong. He or she can stand a...