I had a request from one of my readers to write about the cracks in our lives. Guys/Girls, you are welcome to sign in as a follower and I would love to hear your comments.
I received an e-mail about cracks. It was about a building that was in use for many years. There appeared cracks on the 42th floor. The managing director was very troubled by it and got an architect to come and look at it. When the architect came, the managing director went to the 42th floor to meet him and was very upset that he could not find him. He then learned that the architect went to the basement and finding him he asked what he is doing there, as the cracks are on the 42th floor. The architect then replied that there might be a crack on the 42th floor, but the problem lies with the foundation of the building.
They then learned that the security guard that worked there wanted to build a garage at home, but he did not have enough money. He took one or two bricks every night (before going home), to build his garage. This was the foundation problem and the reason why cracks appeared on the 42th floor.
If we look around us, we will see a lot of people with cracks in their 42th floor. Things do not happen as they are supposed to, stress levels are high, finances and love are in the process of dissapearing. People have affairs while married, do not have respect for eache other or their lives, temptations are irresistible, etc.
The moment whe experience problems or difficulties, we first go to the 42th floor in order to rectify or save what we can. The problem: - the fault, problem or difficulty that we experience is not there, but at the foundation. We must look for the cracks in our hearts.
The tragedy in life is that most of the cracks are caused by other people. People sometimes have the tendency to weaken your foundation and by doing so, they ensure that you experience a crisis.
In Mat 7 and 1 Kor 3, we learn that we are Gods building and that He build the foundation. If we take that foundation out of our life, cracks will appear on the 42th floor.
This means that if we have a crack in our foundation, we must tend to it immediately. We must as the best architect to look at it and fix it. Only God can do it. Jesus is the big healer and architect of our broken hearts. He is waiting for us there in the basement to talk to Him and tell Him what bothers us.
For years, I thought I was the ugliest person on earth. My husband never made me feel that I was special or beautiful. I went to a sermon of Gary Kieswetter and he said that we are all special. God created us in our mothers' womb, before we were born. That made us special and unique. I then realise that I do not have to wait for other people to make me feel special. I only need God, because with Him, everyone is special and unique. That was a crack in my foundation that God healed/fixed.
If someone is nasty with you or say things that hurts, go to the big healer. He will give you what you need and when you need it. Your confidence will grow and you will feel a lot better about yourself.
We, as human beings are very dependent of what other people say or do. We must just realise that this is temporary and that God is the only answer. If somebody hurts you (body and/or soul), this is only while you are on earth. If you do not seek help, they will keep on hurting you, and you will be unhappy and it will definitely KEEP YOU AWAY FROM GOD. You must remember, the devil will do whatever he can to stop you. He will keep on trying to convince you that God is not the way to go, but you must be strong and have to withstand every temptation coming your way.
May God bless you and your family. May you have a healthy and a prosperous life with Him.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Something to think about
This weekend, my youngest and I had our normal Saturday outing. We went for facial waxes, had breakfast at the Wimpie, and then - shopping.
I wondered if other people feel the same as me - I hate shopping, the reason is: I can never find something that fits. I am currently an inbetweener. A Nr 12 pants fit (not all of them), a Nr 14 - too big. My jacket and blouse size - Nr 14 too small and a Nr 16 too big. I decided that I hate my body. I realise that I must do something about myself, but I hate diets and I am definitely not even going to try. That is something that I have tried very often in the past.
Another thing I realised: It is very easy to hate and degrade yourself. I have asked myself if I had a reason to feel like that - the answer - a definite NO. I am still God's child and unique. God created us and He does not make mistakes - we are the ones who do not appreciate what He is doing for us.
Why do we do that to ourselves? I think we must look deeper than the outside, because the inside is more important than looks. If we have a good and loving heart, we will get far in life (some people will say that you allow people to walk over you). Sometimes it is better to be softhearted than to try to fix everything with a fight.
I bought the DVD Fireproof. A must have in every household. Not only for married couples, but for everyone. I have learned so much about me by just watching the movie. I bought the book Love Dare (Fireproof is based on this book), and the first day of the book said - if someone is nasty with you or fight with you, just keep quiet. Now, that is definitely not easy. The book have 40 chapters, and you must read one per day. You can do yourself (and your family) a favour by buying the book, and watching the DVD.
Well, as you all know, it was the Mighty Men Conference - Angus Buchan. I friend of my husband are very sceptical about this conference. He came to visit us and wanted to talk to me, because he enjoy talking to me about topics like this (I think it is because I challenge him).
First, he wanted to know what I think about the fact that Angus got sick and that his wife prayed for him and he got better. He (the friend) does not believe in healing through prayer - I do, because my ulser was healed that way. I said that it was the devil trying to sabotage the conference, because this conference is a turnaround for a lot of men - he thinks that Angus is fake. I dared him to go to one of Angus' meetings, which he refused. I said to him that he is afraid - afraid that God is going to take him to do great work for him. I also said that that is the reason why he always have negative remarks about anybody working for God. It is as if he is watching you to make a mistake.
They say that they are happy with our church and the services. I have asked them one question - did you ever came out of church and decided that you have to change something in your life? Well, obviously they did not and got very cross with me. I said to them that sometimes in life, you need somebody to help you to change your life.
I think the problem with the average South African Male - they are arrogant, chauvinistic, and o yes, do not forget the mommy's boy sindrome. Do I hate them - a definite no. I am just frustrated, because the South African mothers makes it very difficult for the woman to survive in a relationship with her husband, friend or boyfriend.
Luckily my sister phoned. She said I must tell him that if you attack children of God, it is as good as if you are doing it to God himself. She also said that I must tell him that God can make him a second Paul. I was thinking to myself - why did it not even crossed my mind? I think it was brilliant.
I told him that and he said that he likes me, but sometimes, I am (and my husband said crazy). I asked them if it is crazy if you live according to the word. Their answer shocked me so much, I just went into the house. They said that you cannot live according to everything the Bible says. O yes, that was because my sister decided to withdraw an assault case, because she felt that was what God wanted her to do. She was thinking about the Bible verse that you must settle before going to court. She forgave the guard who attacked her, why going to court if she did that?
I thank God for people like Angus, who makes a big difference in many people's lives.
I wondered if other people feel the same as me - I hate shopping, the reason is: I can never find something that fits. I am currently an inbetweener. A Nr 12 pants fit (not all of them), a Nr 14 - too big. My jacket and blouse size - Nr 14 too small and a Nr 16 too big. I decided that I hate my body. I realise that I must do something about myself, but I hate diets and I am definitely not even going to try. That is something that I have tried very often in the past.
Another thing I realised: It is very easy to hate and degrade yourself. I have asked myself if I had a reason to feel like that - the answer - a definite NO. I am still God's child and unique. God created us and He does not make mistakes - we are the ones who do not appreciate what He is doing for us.
Why do we do that to ourselves? I think we must look deeper than the outside, because the inside is more important than looks. If we have a good and loving heart, we will get far in life (some people will say that you allow people to walk over you). Sometimes it is better to be softhearted than to try to fix everything with a fight.
I bought the DVD Fireproof. A must have in every household. Not only for married couples, but for everyone. I have learned so much about me by just watching the movie. I bought the book Love Dare (Fireproof is based on this book), and the first day of the book said - if someone is nasty with you or fight with you, just keep quiet. Now, that is definitely not easy. The book have 40 chapters, and you must read one per day. You can do yourself (and your family) a favour by buying the book, and watching the DVD.
Well, as you all know, it was the Mighty Men Conference - Angus Buchan. I friend of my husband are very sceptical about this conference. He came to visit us and wanted to talk to me, because he enjoy talking to me about topics like this (I think it is because I challenge him).
First, he wanted to know what I think about the fact that Angus got sick and that his wife prayed for him and he got better. He (the friend) does not believe in healing through prayer - I do, because my ulser was healed that way. I said that it was the devil trying to sabotage the conference, because this conference is a turnaround for a lot of men - he thinks that Angus is fake. I dared him to go to one of Angus' meetings, which he refused. I said to him that he is afraid - afraid that God is going to take him to do great work for him. I also said that that is the reason why he always have negative remarks about anybody working for God. It is as if he is watching you to make a mistake.
They say that they are happy with our church and the services. I have asked them one question - did you ever came out of church and decided that you have to change something in your life? Well, obviously they did not and got very cross with me. I said to them that sometimes in life, you need somebody to help you to change your life.
I think the problem with the average South African Male - they are arrogant, chauvinistic, and o yes, do not forget the mommy's boy sindrome. Do I hate them - a definite no. I am just frustrated, because the South African mothers makes it very difficult for the woman to survive in a relationship with her husband, friend or boyfriend.
Luckily my sister phoned. She said I must tell him that if you attack children of God, it is as good as if you are doing it to God himself. She also said that I must tell him that God can make him a second Paul. I was thinking to myself - why did it not even crossed my mind? I think it was brilliant.
I told him that and he said that he likes me, but sometimes, I am (and my husband said crazy). I asked them if it is crazy if you live according to the word. Their answer shocked me so much, I just went into the house. They said that you cannot live according to everything the Bible says. O yes, that was because my sister decided to withdraw an assault case, because she felt that was what God wanted her to do. She was thinking about the Bible verse that you must settle before going to court. She forgave the guard who attacked her, why going to court if she did that?
I thank God for people like Angus, who makes a big difference in many people's lives.
Friday, April 24, 2009
MOLESTATION, MURDER AND PROTESTS
Over the weekend, I have heard about a dad who molested his daughter as a child. Today, she is a mother of a daughter and guess who raises her child? Her mom and dad. She learned that her dad molested her daughter too. Her mom just said that she is not going to do anything about it, because "who is going to provide for us"? Her dad refuse that she take her daughter, because she cannot provide for her, or (in my opinion) is it because she turned gay?
Why are we so acceptive? Would'nt it be better to put up a fight for what we believe in? I was just wondering if they do not think about that poor little girl. She is going to have emotional problems for the rest of her life. In my opinion, that is the reason why the mother turned gay.
Children are a gift from God and whe must cherish and protect them.
I tell you one thing, if I knew who they are, I will definitely report this to the police.
Mothers, wifes and daughters, you must stand up for your rights. Do not allow men to control you in such a way that you do not care what happens to your children.
Our local paper reported the protest against the murder of two white woman and one black guy. It was supposed to be peaceful, but as usual, there were parties who did not obtain permission to protest. The heading reads: "Political Circus". The first paragraph: Political interference turned a peaceful protest against the unacceptable escalation of violent crime and murder into a circus of the absurd.
This should have been peaceful, but as usual, two political parties marched too. People like them are not needed in our country. We want a peaceful country, not a warezone. I just want to ask them this question: Did you read the posters? It said: "Every life is essential, whether u are white or black". Do you understand what they said - whe are a rainbow nation and as long as u want to seperate black and white, there will be no hope for our country. Wake up, and do the right thing!
We are all very upset with the brutal murders of the mother and daughter, who were tortured beyond believe, but fighting will not bring them back. I must say, as much as we, the whites are upset about that murder, the blacks are just upset as we are, because they fight a battle everyday (in the townships) to survive. There are more murder, rape and molestation cases in their townships than what we can imagine.
We can protest and fight for the death penalty to be reinstated, because my Bible say "If you take a life, you must pay with your life". The murdering of people will then stop, because now they know nothing will happen to them.
Let us, all South Africans, take hands and pray together for a better, violent free and peaceful country.
Why are we so acceptive? Would'nt it be better to put up a fight for what we believe in? I was just wondering if they do not think about that poor little girl. She is going to have emotional problems for the rest of her life. In my opinion, that is the reason why the mother turned gay.
Children are a gift from God and whe must cherish and protect them.
I tell you one thing, if I knew who they are, I will definitely report this to the police.
Mothers, wifes and daughters, you must stand up for your rights. Do not allow men to control you in such a way that you do not care what happens to your children.
Our local paper reported the protest against the murder of two white woman and one black guy. It was supposed to be peaceful, but as usual, there were parties who did not obtain permission to protest. The heading reads: "Political Circus". The first paragraph: Political interference turned a peaceful protest against the unacceptable escalation of violent crime and murder into a circus of the absurd.
This should have been peaceful, but as usual, two political parties marched too. People like them are not needed in our country. We want a peaceful country, not a warezone. I just want to ask them this question: Did you read the posters? It said: "Every life is essential, whether u are white or black". Do you understand what they said - whe are a rainbow nation and as long as u want to seperate black and white, there will be no hope for our country. Wake up, and do the right thing!
We are all very upset with the brutal murders of the mother and daughter, who were tortured beyond believe, but fighting will not bring them back. I must say, as much as we, the whites are upset about that murder, the blacks are just upset as we are, because they fight a battle everyday (in the townships) to survive. There are more murder, rape and molestation cases in their townships than what we can imagine.
We can protest and fight for the death penalty to be reinstated, because my Bible say "If you take a life, you must pay with your life". The murdering of people will then stop, because now they know nothing will happen to them.
Let us, all South Africans, take hands and pray together for a better, violent free and peaceful country.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Passive attitudes of my fellow South Africans
Yesterday, we all went to the voting poles to vote. We, (the ones who did vote) hope for a better future, where everybody would be treated the same.
I wanted to throw a perfect tantrum, realising that a lot of the South Africans did not vote "because it is not going to help or make a difference". How do they think? If they do not participate nothing will happen. We will still not be able to find jobs (because of our colour). If they do participate, the situation will be better, and although changes takes time, things will turn out for the better. Come on guys, why so negative?
I know that we do suffer a lot because of hijacks, robbing, stealing and murders. If everyone is going to be passive about it, nothing will change. I just want to tell you, with all of the above problems - everybody suffers, not only a specific race. It is time for all of us to take hands and stand together to make South Africa the country it's supposed to be.
We have got a beautiful country and remember, the country cannot survive on it's own, the people makes the country what it is.
I think it is similar to a marriage. If you do not work on your marriage, it is definitely not going to last. If your husband have got an affair, you cannot just turn a blind eye. You must fight in a decent and correct manner. Do not yell and fight and forget about your dignity - do it in a calm Christian way.
We can do that with politics in a lawful way. We do not have to fight or kill. Just follow the basic rules of the country. Participate and be part of any change (with enthusiasm), and do not always complain about everything.
Think of how privileged we are, we are staying in fairly big houses, we are healthy and there are a lot of other positive thoughts. Just think about it and it will definitely make a difference in your life.
I wanted to throw a perfect tantrum, realising that a lot of the South Africans did not vote "because it is not going to help or make a difference". How do they think? If they do not participate nothing will happen. We will still not be able to find jobs (because of our colour). If they do participate, the situation will be better, and although changes takes time, things will turn out for the better. Come on guys, why so negative?
I know that we do suffer a lot because of hijacks, robbing, stealing and murders. If everyone is going to be passive about it, nothing will change. I just want to tell you, with all of the above problems - everybody suffers, not only a specific race. It is time for all of us to take hands and stand together to make South Africa the country it's supposed to be.
We have got a beautiful country and remember, the country cannot survive on it's own, the people makes the country what it is.
I think it is similar to a marriage. If you do not work on your marriage, it is definitely not going to last. If your husband have got an affair, you cannot just turn a blind eye. You must fight in a decent and correct manner. Do not yell and fight and forget about your dignity - do it in a calm Christian way.
We can do that with politics in a lawful way. We do not have to fight or kill. Just follow the basic rules of the country. Participate and be part of any change (with enthusiasm), and do not always complain about everything.
Think of how privileged we are, we are staying in fairly big houses, we are healthy and there are a lot of other positive thoughts. Just think about it and it will definitely make a difference in your life.
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