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Proverbs 4:23 (AMP) “Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all that you guard, for out of it flow the springs of life.” THOUGHT This afternoon was… well, rather memorable in the most unexpected way. Mom was sitting outside, enjoying one of her quiet moments with a cigarette in hand and the sun gently warming her shoulders. I decided to join her, thinking it would be a simple, peaceful visit. I was mistaken. Because, as it turns out, Mom had been doing research. On “The Facebook,” no less. Now when my mom says “The Facebook,” one must prepare oneself, because it usually means she has discovered something both fascinating and slightly alarming. And today’s discovery? Wrinkles. More specifically… how to get rid of them. With great seriousness, she began explaining what she had learned over the past few days. There was talk of smoother skin, fewer lines, and something called a derma roller, which, according to her, appears to be nothing short of miraculous. “I think I m...
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When God Remembers What You Forgot About Yourself

Jeremiah 31:23 (ESV) This is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says: “When I bring them back from captivity, the people in the land of Judah and in its towns will once again use these words: ‘The LORD bless you, O righteous dwelling, O sacred mountain.’” Thought There are moments in life when words simply stop. Not because there is nothing to say, but because somewhere between the waiting and the weariness, the language of hope quietly slips away. The blessings I once spoke over my life begin to feel like a foreign tongue. I remember saying them, but somehow I can no longer quite find them. Are you facing a dry season? Something stopped me in my tracks this morning. In a quiet moment I opened my Bible, and my eyes fell on Jeremiah 31:23. As I read the verse again, slowly, I noticed something I had never seen quite so clearly before: “This is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says: ‘When I bring them back from captivity…’” Let me share a little background, and ...
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Learning how to pray

Good morning dear reader, I am learning to pray to the LORD, I have done this for many years and thought I would structure my prayers and see if this is something you too would like to use. 1. Honour and Worship God (Adoration) We need to start by honouring who God is, not first asking for things. This turns my heart toward Him and reminds me of His greatness. I try praise His character, His creation, and His love. Example: “I will ponder all Your work, and meditate on Your mighty deeds.” Psalm 77:12 Abba Father, I honour and worship You. You are holy, mighty, and full of love. When I look at Your creation: the sky, the earth, the living creatures; I see Your greatness. Thank You for being my God and for knowing my name. Purpose: This places me and my heart in awe and gratitude before God. 2. Confession and Humility Next, gently opening my heart honestly before God. Ask forgiveness and invite Him to cleanse my heart. Example Scripture: “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me ...
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A Note of Gratitude to My Readers

To everyone who has stopped by, clicked a link, and taken a moment to read, thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Seeing people find their way to this little corner of the internet has meant more than I can easily put into words. Whether you stumbled across a post by accident or came back intentionally, your presence here has not gone unnoticed, and it has not been taken for granted. I'll be honest with you: I'm still learning. This blog is as much a journey for me as it is (I hope) something valuable for you. I'm growing slowly, finding my rhythm, and working on building the consistency and diligence that good writing deserves. There were gaps, and there may be bumps ahead, but I'm committed to showing up more, sharing more, and improving with every post. So if you've been patient with me, thank you. If you're new here, welcome, you arrived at just the right time. More is coming. With gratitude, Yvette van Niekerk
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Under Construction: Finding Strength and Hope in a Year of Change

Hello, my dear readers! What a journey it has been. As I sit down to write this, I am reflecting on the fact that this year is shaping up to be a major year of construction in my own life. I kicked off the month with the Daniel Fast (10 more days to go—I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!), and I’ve been thinking a lot about building a new foundation. Looking Back to Move Forward If I’m being completely honest, last year was one of the difficult ones—the kind of year I hope I never have to relive. Family life felt heavy, with constant fighting and backstabbing that left me drained. Work was the usual "get back on the horse and ride." However, in the midst of the storm, I found my anchors. Diving into Digital Marketing has been a fascinating learning curve and kept my mind busy. I also found peace with my hands—baking cakes and crocheting snuggle bunnies for little ones. And then, the news that changed everything: I’m going to be a granny! The year ...
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A Rainy Monday Reflection

It is Monday afternoon, and the rain falls with a steady, insistent grace, turning the world outside a shade darker, cooler, almost contemplative. As I begin to wrap up my day, a day full of busyness, meetings, and the relentless pursuit of information. I am reminded that even the most carefully laid plans may be interrupted. The water purifier, that humble servant of modern comfort, has chosen to fail me today. And still, no water. Yet, in these inconveniences, there is a certain poetry. This morning commenced with a delightful meeting with my daughter, a conversation full of plans and hope. Later, tasks awaited me, each one demanding attention, and yet the electricity, that most ordinary of blessings, refused to grace our home until well after 9:30. One cannot help but wonder what tomorrow shall bring, given the relentless rain. But it is when one turns from the petty frustrations of water and electricity that the mind may wander to loftier matters, the Word of God, ever the lamp to...
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The Tongue I Constantly Bite

“Those who guard their mouths and their tongues keep themselves from calamity.” — Proverbs 21:23 It is a most intriguing experience, is it not, to stand in the presence of someone who has wounded you and feel a thousand unsaid words rise to the tip of your tongue? Ah, the human tongue. So small, so delicate, so deceptively dangerous. There are moments more than I dare admit, when the sharpness of my thoughts threatens to spill out. At times like these, I find myself pressing my lips together with the elegance of a lady refusing to entertain scandal at a grand ball. But oh, how my thoughts rebel inwardly! I wish I could confess that biting my tongue is a graceful art I have mastered. Truthfully, it is a daily battle. A tug-of-war between the woman I used to be, the woman I long to be, and the woman God is shaping me into, slowly, patiently, faithfully. People observe the stillness of my face and imagine serenity. But inside? A storm often gathers. There are days when the injustice of ...
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