A Reflection on an Afternoon of Courage, Story, and the Power of a Message Delivered Well What happens when eleven people step up, stand tall, and dare to say the thing that's been stirring inside them?🤔 Magic. Pure, electric, goosebump-worthy magic. That's exactly what unfolded at the Speakers Tribe NZ Mini-TENx 2026, and I'm still smiling thinking about it. Eleven speakers. Eleven stories. Eleven invitations to the room — to lean in, to listen, and to be moved. Each voice

A personal testimony of walking in victory over depression, held by faith, truth, and gentle restoration I went from surviving in silence to walking in quiet, anchored victory. Seven years on, I stand as living testimony to God’s gentle intervention and sustaining grace. Depression is something I speak about with tenderness, because it is not theoretical for me. It is a valley I have walked through slowly and honestly, and by the grace of God, I no longer live there. Fo

A sacred reflection on faith, healing, courage, and the quiet victories that carried me through As the final hours of 2025 settle gently into stillness, I pause, not to rush into what is next, but to honour what has been. This year did not arrive with loud triumphs or easy resolutions. It unfolded slowly, faithfully, often quietly, like a tapestry woven thread by thread in places only God and I could see. 2025 was not a year of avoidance. It was a year of facing. Facing truth

A Gentle Reckoning of Faithfulness, Courage, Creativity, and Return Last year didn't just show me how much I could produce. It revealed where I chose to remain faithful and where God quietly invited me to deeper alignment. Where I Showed Up Consistently I showed up in writing. Here, truth, prayer, and reflection found their voice. I also committed to Speakers Tribe, practising speaking and leadership even when my confidence wavered. I chose courage over comfort, presence over

It’s an honour and a privilege to serve you. Whether you know me through art, healing gatherings, or a quiet moment of prayer – thank you for being here. I’ve been reflecting lately on the power of saying yes to leadership. Not the loud, polished kind. But the sacred, surrendered kind – the kind that whispers, “Here I am, Lord, use me.” Because the truth is, I didn’t say yes out of confidence. I said yes out of surrender. My journey into leadership didn’t begin with a platfor

When passivity opens the door, destruction walks in Throughout history, the story of Ahab and Jezebel has echoed like a warning bell for every generation. Ahab, though king, abdicated his God-given responsibility to lead with courage and integrity. His silence and passivity opened the door for Jezebel’s manipulation, intimidation, and destruction to wreak havoc on the nation. 📖 “And so it was, while Jezebel massacred the prophets of the Lord, that Obadiah had taken one hundr

Rejecting violence and the celebration of harm I am appalled. Social media, a place meant to connect people, has instead become a breeding ground for mockery and cruelty whenever someone dies. To watch laughing emojis, careless comments, and even celebrations in response to the death of a 31-year-old husband and father is heartbreaking. There is something deeply wrong when a person is not allowed to freely hold or teach a different view without fear of being silenced by viole

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” — Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) There’s something sacred about discovering your why — that quiet, unwavering sense of purpose woven into your very being. When it finally surfaces, often through life’s trials and tenderness, it illuminates everything. Suddenly, the mundane moments are no longer meaningless. They become holy ground — essential steps along a path God laid

Last month, I stepped out in faith and pitched to become a leader within the Speakers Tribe. I'm both humbled and excited to share that I’ve been accepted into this new chapter — and with it comes my first challenge: to share a video on the power of saying yes. It’s amazing what doors begin to open when we dare to say yes — not just to opportunities, but to growth, to courage, and to the unknown paths where our purpose awaits. Curious to know more? Head over to my ‘This i

I asked ChatGPT: Based on everything you've seen me write, post on and what you know about me, what belief do I repeat that sounds empowering... but might secretly be sabotaging me? This was its reply: Oof, that’s a powerful question. Reading between the lines of what you’ve shared and the way you express yourself—with deep passion, heart-led purpose, and a desire to serve through creativity and connection—I’d say one empowering-sounding belief that might have a shadow side

Thank You, Jesus, for coming to heal the broken-hearted 💔 and to bind up their wounds. Your presence brings solace to those of us who feel shattered, offering a promise of restoration where despair once reigned. My journey has been profoundly shaped by a tapestry woven with threads of pain — echoes of emotional neglect threaded through my earliest memories, accompanied by the sharp sting of relentless criticism, the confusion brought on by displacement trauma, and the heav

New post in "This is My Story". My heart aches every time I hear someone say: "I can't sing!" "I can't dance!" "I can't draw!" "I can't paint!" "I can't write!" "I can't speak!" "I'm not creative!" You see, I, too, had buried my fear of failure and rejection under this mountain of LIES until the Lord took me on a journey of profound healing, restoration, and transformation. Creativity has always been a part of who I am, but it took years for me to fully embrace it. In I'm C

I know you said you're F.I.N.E. (okay), but truly — how are you when the day concludes and the lights dim? When the world ceases its demands, and there's no one left to persuade that you're managing everything perfectly. How do you feel when you're lying in bed, surrounded by the silence that knows too much? When the solitude that disregards how many people care for you sneaks in regardless. Do you still bear the burden of things you promised to release? The things you no l

The words 'I AM...' carry immense significance in shaping our identities and perceptions. Uncover the truth behind your self-statements and their impact on your professional journey Be mindful of what you attach to "I am..." in your statements. Some of the most deeply ingrained lies we believe about ourselves are hidden within these very words. "I AM..." is a declaration of identity—yet, all too often, we confuse our temporary emotions with who we truly are. When we say

This year has been extraordinary—marked by growth, breakthroughs, and deep healing. It was a season when I stepped into spaces I once thought were impossible. This hasn’t been a path I’ve walked alone, and my heart overflows with gratitude for those who have stood by me, encouraged me, and lifted me up along the way. Today, we gathered family, friends, and community to celebrate – not just another birthday but six years of new life and victory in Christ. It was a moment to

For me, the cracks began to show after my ectopic pregnancy in 1996 — a moment that marked the unravelling of a lifetime of suppressed emotions and three more miscarriages after that. At the time, I had no idea I was battling high-functioning depression. Moving to New Zealand and the challenges that followed only amplified the pressure until my world came crashing down, and I faced a major breakdown in February 2018. Sometimes, in His boundless mercy, the Lord allows the

Change is never easy, but it’s one of those inevitable forces that shapes us in ways we can’t always predict. Change is difficult, not because we lack the ability, but because our emotions are so convincing. Over the last few months, I’ve come to embrace it, even when it felt uncomfortable because I’ve learned something important: growth often happens when we step out of what feels familiar. This morning, I spent time packing up Elias’ bookshelves in preparation for his move

As I work through John Maxwell's 30-Day Growth Plan, I'm finding that I need to dig really deep for some of the answers. It might be easier if I were clearer on the question, "Who am I?" but that's still part of my journey of discovery. For now, I find myself in a peaceful state of reflection and spiritual growth. This is a time when prayer and quiet moments guide me, helping me to embrace the transformative journey ahead. I aim to align my actions with my values of kindness

In my quest for learning & personal growth, I've embarked on John Maxwell's 30-Day Growth Plan course. Be bold, he says & to ensure accountability, post it on social media or text your thoughts to a friend or mentor. Keep in mind, that a shared commitment becomes a strong commitment. So here are Day 1 reflections... What keeps you from being authentic with others?🤔 The risk of being rejected, ridiculed, or criticised. I know that my fear of rejection, ridicule, and critici

For the past two years, serving on the sound desk, in the kitchen and as intercessor, alongside the incredible Elijah House team during school holidays has been a true honor and highlight of my term. This week was another profoundly uplifting experience, filled with opportunities to witness the Holy Spirit's transformative inner healing work. From 9 AM to 5 PM daily, we gathered as a family, absorbing Sandra's enlightening lessons on how trauma impacts us and how to pursue fr