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Don’t Bleed. Build.

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Don’t Bleed. Build. By Muzi Mthethwa There’s an old African proverb that says: Indoda ayikhali  A man doesn’t cry. Generations of men were raised under this weighty banner. Crying was seen as weakness. Vulnerability, a threat to masculinity. And so, boys became men who never learned to speak their pain, who never allowed themselves the healing power of tears. Instead, they bled. Quietly. Internally. Constantly. But here’s the danger: bleeding doesn’t stop on its own. It seeps. It spills. And eventually, it stains. The Silent Epidemic of Bleeding Men Bleeding men often become the source of pain for others. They show up in society as aggressive, angry, withdrawn, or overbearing. In the boardroom, on the streets, in church, or at home they carry unresolved trauma camouflaged as strength. One of the deepest cuts in a man’s soul comes from expectations he’s too afraid to challenge. Take, for instance, the faithful man who’s shamed for his loyalty. He is mocked by peers who say...
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The Ultimate Death Sentence

How “What You Bring to the Table” Is Killing Love, Humanity, and Hope Introduction: The Rise of Transactional Love In today’s relationship landscape, a concerning trend has emerged: love has become increasingly transactional. Phrases like “What do you bring to the table?” and “A man must be…” dominate conversations, reducing relationships to checklists of material and superficial attributes. This shift reflects a departure from genuine connection, favoring tangible assets over intangible qualities like character and faith. The Consequences: A Society in Crisis This materialistic approach to relationships has far-reaching implications, particularly in South Africa, where gender-based violence (GBV) remains alarmingly prevalent. According to the South African Police Service, over 55,000 sexual offences were reported in the 2022/2023 period, with rape accounting for the majority of cases. The femicide rate is five times higher than the global average, with a woman being murdered by an ...
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The Street View

THE STREET VIEW When the World Sets the Standard for the Church By Muzi Mthethwa Introduction: Through the Window of Culture There’s a new lens through which people are looking at the Church — The Street View. It’s a view formed not from inside the sanctuary, but from the sidewalks of modern culture. It’s loud, expressive, ever-evolving, and unfiltered. And somehow, that very view has walked into our churches, sat on the front pew, and even taken the pulpit. But the real question is: Is The Street View supposed to be the Christian view? Section 1: The Rise of The Street View Street culture has always been a powerful voice expressive through dance, fashion, language, and rebellion. It’s where authenticity is prized, and relevance is king. It’s fast, flashy, and often built around identity, expression, and survival. In many ways, it was inevitable that the church would try to “speak the language” of the streets to stay relevant. But in trying to reach the street, have we let the...
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