Author Archives: Rachel Matembe

The Cross is Bare. The Tomb is Empty. Jesus is ALIVE!
As I reflect on the Resurrection of Jesus our Lord and Savior, what stays with me is that Jesus was born to die, and He knew it. He didn't just know it, but He chose it, on purpose. We know this becau...
Rachel Matembe Mar 27, 2024

The Wife, The Husband, and The Shopping List
A shopping list for me is merely a guideline. Which means there will be detours and pit stops to gather other necessities along the way but in the end, we will get to the finish line because we have t...
Rachel Matembe Mar 19, 2024 GettyImages | SeventyFour

Fun and Easy Easter Stained Glass DIY
Matthew 28:5-7: "The angel said to the women, 'Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come and see the place whe...
Rachel Matembe Mar 12, 2024

How to Make Your Leftover Rice Look and Taste Gourmet with Simple Ingredients
Give that left-over rice new life by making this stunning dish. The ingredients used bring more than vibrant color to the table, as this rice dish is full of nutritious vegetables like spring onion, p...
Rachel Matembe Feb 22, 2024 GettyImages | yipengge

God Sees You
Whenever we take our children out to the park or playground, one of the rules is; you must always be where I can see you. Make sure you can see me, and I can see you. From time to time, I will notice ...
Rachel Matembe Feb 20, 2024 GettyImages | SimonSkafar

Easy DIY Sewing Project for Big Kids: Stuffed Fabric Hearts
Looking for an easy sewing project for your big kids? Try out these DIY stuffed fabric Hearts! What you will need: Scraps of fabric Needle and Thread Stuffing ( I used balls of cotton ) Scissors Heart...
Rachel Matembe Feb 19, 2024

The Ripple Effect of Compliments: How Normalizing It Leads to a Kinder Life Experience
Last week I received compliments from three different people on the great job I'm doing as a Mum. To say that these came at precisely the right time would be an understatement. I needed to hear it. If...
Rachel Matembe Feb 09, 2024 GettyImages | SolStock

Prayer. The Never Ending Great Conversation with Our God
Prayer is a continuing and continuous conversation with God. I will give you an example. When I'm talking with the children or my husband, sometimes I'll talk while cooking, cleaning and we will still...
Rachel Matembe Jan 29, 2024

Hearty Homemade Chicken Soup
Instructions: Place a large pot on medium heat and add the oil/butter. Once the oil/butter is heated up, add the onions and sweet peppers. Cook for a few minutes, until the onions are slightly browned...
Rachel Matembe Jan 24, 2024

The Right Answer
Our children are at that age where they are asking very complicated questions. Some questions I do not even feel qualified to answer. They will randomly ask a question and I feel like I need to do a B...
Rachel Matembe Jan 19, 2024 GettyImages | kate_sept2004