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Food for thought Among the Nguni people, a surname is far more than a simple family identifier. It represents the origin...
16/03/2026

Food for thought

Among the Nguni people, a surname is far more than a simple family identifier. It represents the origin, spiritual connection, and lineage of a clan. It carries deep meaning that links individuals to their ancestors, their history, and their cultural identity. Within Nguni society, a surname embodies the power, dignity, and legacy of those who came before, making it one of the most important elements of cultural heritage.

Surnames also create a spiritual connection between the living and their ancestors. In Nguni tradition, ancestors are believed to remain present in the lives of their descendants, guiding and protecting them. When people mention their surnames or recite their clan praises they are not merely stating their identity. They are calling upon the spirits of their forefathers and acknowledging the presence of the ancestral world. The surname therefore serves as a bridge between the physical world and the spiritual realm, reminding individuals that they are part of a continuous lineage that includes both the living and the departed.

Surnames reflect the power, achievements, and character of the ancestors. Many Nguni clans are remembered for qualities such as bravery, leadership, wisdom, or resilience. These qualities are celebrated through clan praises that recount the deeds of the ancestors who established the clan’s reputation.

Surnames therefore serve as a living heritage. They preserve the history, spirituality, and identity of the Nguni people. Through them, individuals remember their roots, maintain their cultural values, and strengthen their connection to their ancestors. A surname is not simply a name that distinguishes one family from another; it is a symbol of belonging, responsibility, and continuity.


Continues........Weeks passed, but the voice continued to echo in my ears. Eventually, the persistence of that call co...
08/03/2026


Continues........

Weeks passed, but the voice continued to echo in my ears. Eventually, the persistence of that call compelled me to accept the instruction. I packed my bags and began preparing for the journey.

Because I was worried that something might happen to me, I told my younger brother where I was going before I left. Then I started my journey toward the mountain that had appeared to me when the voice first spoke.

On the way, I stopped to spend the night at my aunt’s house. When I arrived, she kept asking questions about my journey. She wanted to know where I was going and who would be traveling with me, but I avoided answering her directly.

As she continued to insist, I finally told her the truth—that I was going to the mountain alone to fast and pray.

She immediately begged me not to go alone. Instead, she suggested that I stay at her house and pray there. She assured me that I would have complete freedom to pray and that she would not disturb me.

After thinking about it, I accepted her advice.
The following day, I began my fast and prayer. I continued until the seventh day. By then, my body was very weak, but my spirit felt deeply connected to God. The heavy burden I had been carrying was lifted, and the voice that had pushed me so strongly to undertake the journey became silent.

There are several reasons why I feel compelled to share this testimony.

First, faith is often discussed in theory, but sometimes God allows us to experience Him in a very personal way. What happened during that season of my life strengthened my conviction that God is real and actively involved in human lives.

Second, I want people to understand that a relationship with God is not only about attending church or following religious traditions. It is about walking daily with God, listening to His voice, and trusting Him even when His instructions are not fully clear.

Third, this testimony reminds us that God can speak to us even when we are young or still spiritually immature. His voice may come when we least expect it, not to frighten us, but to guide us toward Him.

Finally, this story is meant to encourage those who feel overwhelmed, confused, or lonely. Difficult seasons in life can become opportunities to seek God more deeply. Sometimes our struggles are not meant to destroy us but to draw us closer to God.

When God CallsWe often wait for the perfect time to begin something or to say something we believe is important. For som...
06/03/2026

When God Calls

We often wait for the perfect time to begin something or to say something we believe is important. For some time now, there has been something pressing deeply on my spirit. Whenever I reflect on it, I am reminded of a book I read when I was young, Where Is God When It Hurts by Philip Yancey.

As someone who believes in God, my relationship with Him has always been a central pillar of my life—both in seasons of joy and in times of struggle. The gospel of Christ was preached to me when I was still very young, and from that early age, faith became an important part of my life.

When I was about thirteen years old, something unusual began to happen. From time to time, I would hear a voice urging me to fast and pray. At that age, I did not fully understand what it meant, but whenever it happened, I would go and tell my mother. She never dismissed it. Instead, she would join me, and together we would spend time in prayer.

As the years passed, those moments began to shape my spiritual life. I started to enjoy the deep sense of connection I felt whenever I listened to and responded to that inner prompting. What once felt mysterious gradually became something meaningful and familiar.

Even during my high school years, fasting and prayer became a regular discipline. Three times a week, I dedicated time to fasting and seeking God. This practice continued faithfully until I completed high school in 2004.

But in early 2008, my life entered a very difficult season. I was struggling in many areas, and it felt as though everything around me was falling apart. In the middle of that hardship, something happened that I had experienced years before.

I heard a voice again.

This time the message was clear. The voice told me that what I was going through was not just ordinary hardship—it was a spiritual battle. It instructed me to go to the mountain and fast and pray for seven days and seven nights.

My first response was simple.

No.

The thought of going alone to a mountain to pray and fast for seven days and nights filled me with fear. It seemed overwhelming, even dangerous. I could not imagine doing something like that by myself.

Yet the thought refused to leave my mind. For weeks, I kept thinking about it. The more I tried to ignore it, the more it returned.

Deep inside, I was wrestling with fear.

Finally, I asked the question that had been troubling me the most:

“If I go there and die, how will my family know?” since i was introduced not to tell anyone.

To be continued…

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