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Why Fear When God Is Here? By Khanyisa Manganyi 💛 Fear comes to all of us. Whether it’s sudden or slow, loud or quiet, it finds a way to creep in. It doesn’t matter how strong you are or how long you've walked with God—life has a way of shaking even the most unshakable. And that's okay. Because yes, we’re human. But after those moments, when the panic softens and the tears dry, something inside us stirs—a holy reminder that we’re not walking this life alone. We remember the truth buried in the pages of God’s Word: “The one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” ( 1 John 4:4 ). What a powerful promise. There’s something incredibly comforting about the way the Bible speaks to fear. In fact, it doesn’t just acknowledge it—it speaks directly to it. Over 365 times , God says some variation of “Do not be afraid.” That’s one for every single day of the year. As if God knew that daily life would give us daily reasons to worry—but He also gives us daily assur...

  Too Young to Say ‘I Do’: The Silent Tears Behind Child Marriages 🕊️ A warm but firm cry for justice for little girls forced to grow up too fast By Khanyisa Manganyi “She was only 13, yet already she knew how to mother, to serve, to sacrifice. Not because she chose to… but because she had no choice.” 💔 A Child in a Wedding Dress There’s something unspeakably wrong about seeing a child dressed as a bride. Not in play, not in fun—but in reality. Because that child will soon belong to a man, care for a house, possibly give birth, and live a life meant for an adult—without ever living her own childhood. This isn’t fiction. It’s the lived experience of millions of young girls, particularly across Africa, South Asia, and other regions where child marriage still hides behind the curtain of “tradition,” “honor,” or “poverty.” 👧🏾 The Truth Behind Child Marriages Child marriage is when a girl (or boy, though girls are vastly more affected) is married off...

Love in the Bible: More Fierce Than Fluffy:    The Bold, Unshakable Side of God’s Love By Khanyisa Manganyi When most people hear the word “love,” they imagine something soft, warm, and maybe even delicate—like hearts, hugs, and gentle whispers. While love can be gentle, the Bible reveals something far more powerful: a love that’s fierce, courageous, and deeply committed even in the darkest of times . God's love isn’t fluffy. It's ferocious , protective , and unyielding . Let’s walk through the Bible and discover that real love—God’s love—is not for the faint of heart . 💥 1. Love That Fights for You “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” – Exodus 14:14 When God rescued the Israelites from Egypt, it wasn't done with soft words or romantic gestures. It was with plagues, parted seas, and divine power . Why? Because His love for His people compelled Him to act boldly . This love isn’t passive. It fights , defends , and moves mountains ...

Can Love Ever Be Too Much? 💔 Or Is It Just… Not Love at All? “I just wanted to be loved.” Simple, right? But love, like water, can save—or drown. So… can love ever be too much? Let’s dive in. Not into the deep ocean of cheesy romance novels or TikTok “soft life” clips. Let’s go deeper—into the real stuff, the kind of love that heals… or hurts. The kind that leaves you asking, “Is this even love anymore?” When Love Feels Like a Lot 😵‍💫 You’re constantly texting. They always need your attention. You can't breathe without explaining yourself. Suddenly, love feels more like surveillance. Some people say, “They just love you too much .” But here’s the real kicker: Love that suffocates isn't love. It’s fear in a fancy outfit. Fear of losing. Fear of abandonment. Fear of being alone. It acts like love—flowers, hugs, “I miss you's”—but behind the scenes? There’s control, manipulation, and a slow disappearance of you . Even good love can feel like too much...

Thou Shalt Not Test African Moms: How the Bible Became Their Favorite Weapon (of Love) Spare the rod, honor thy mother — and duck while you’re at it! There’s a special place in every African child’s memory where discipline, scripture, and humor meet — and it’s shaped exactly like your mom’s voice quoting the Bible at full volume. 😅 Whether it’s “spare the rod and spoil the child” or the forever-haunting “honor thy father and mother,” African moms have long mastered the art of turning Bible verses into moral missiles. And guess what? They’re not wrong. “Spare the Rod…” aka Divine Permission to Discipline 🫣 Before you could explain why you didn’t wash the dishes, Proverbs 13:24 was already in action: “He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.” Translation in African mom terms? If I don’t beat the nonsense out of you, it means I don’t love you. Case closed. Now, we’re not talking about abusive parenting here — African mo...

“Do I Really Have a Soul Twin… or Is This Just WhatsApp Chemistry?” 🤔💬 Have you ever met someone and thought, “Where have you been all my life?” Not in a lovey-dovey soapie way — but in a “you just GET me” kind of way? Like you laugh at the same nonsense, finish each other’s sentences, or cry at the same worship songs? 🎶😭 That, dear reader, might just be a soul twin — and no, it’s not a sci-fi thing. Let’s break it down like you’re explaining it to your younger cousin who thinks "soul" is a kind of food. 🍲 👯‍♀️ So… What on Earth Is a Soul Twin? A soul twin is someone whose spirit feels like it was knitted from the same thread as yours . Think of it like this: If God made two people using a similar recipe — same love for peace, same fire for God, same sense of humor, and same taste in gospel jams — those two people might be soul twins. They’re not the other half of you (we leave that to the romantic partner or spouse you pray for). No, a soul twin...

A Different Kind of Apartheid: Why South Africa Needs to Wake Up  By: Anything and Everything Blog Once upon a time, in our very own country, there was a system called apartheid . It was cruel. It separated people by skin color. Black South Africans couldn’t go to the same schools, ride the same buses, or even live in the same neighborhoods as white people. They had to carry special ID books, and if they didn’t — they were arrested. They were treated unfairly, even though this was their land too. Yes, apartheid was ugly. It hurt so many people. There were beatings, arrests, and killings. But even in those hard times, there were jobs , there was discipline , and there was a system — no matter how twisted it was. Crime was low because people feared the law, and government workers knew they had to show up and do their jobs. But now... we live in a free South Africa. No more apartheid. No more passbooks. No more racial laws. We should be living better. We should be healing. We sh...

The Parenting Power of African Mothers A Loving Look at Tough Love from the Continent’s Strongest Women If you grew up with an African mother, you know that parenting on this continent isn’t just about raising children — it’s about raising warriors . African moms don’t play. They are fierce, protective, loving, and sometimes downright terrifying… but it’s all rooted in deep, unshakable love. Let’s unpack the unforgettable parenting style and “punishments” that many of us still carry in our adult personalities today — for better or for “you better behave.” 👀 The Famous Look You don’t need a whole conversation when your mom can give you The Look from across a room and instantly correct your entire life. Whether you were fidgeting in church or talking too much in a visitor’s presence, that eye was the silent slap. 💥 Tools of Discipline (a.k.a. Weapons of Mass Correction) African moms are resourceful. Any object could become a correction tool. Think: The ...