Bra Joe, Food and Pregnancy

In the quiet village of Ga-Mphahlele, somewhere deep in Limpopo, a serious drama was brewing not in the government, but in a small kitchen behind a shack.

Meet Sibongile, a woman with an appetite that could humble a lion. She was glowing with what everyone thought was a pregnancy. Her stomach entered the room five seconds before she did. Her husband, Bra Joe, a retired taxi driver turned house chef, had taken over cooking duties ever since she said the smell of onions made her dizzy.

On this fine afternoon, Sibongile sat outside, legs spread like a queen on her throne, devouring a big bowl of soup with pap. She licked her fingers and sighed,
My husband, the soup you prepared today again is very sweet oh

Bra Joe stood nearby with a big cooking spoon in hand, wearing his famous pink apron that read Chef of Love. But this time, he didn’t smile. He squinted at her belly, leaned on his spoon, and asked:

I say, when did the doctor say you giving birth

Silence. Even the chickens behind the house paused.

Sibongile blinked. Ah-ahn, baby, why are you asking like that now

Bra Joe looked at the empty pot, then at her belly, then back at the pot.

Because this is the 4th month now. Every day you say the baby is kicking, but I think it's the chicken stew kicking inside you

Sibongile gasped. You are saying I’m not pregnant

Bra Joe pointed his spoon like a microphone.
I'’m saying, if this is pregnancy, then I’m the one expecting twins, because I haven’t eaten meat since January

Neighbours started peeking over the fence, chewing on gossip like it was chakalaka.

Old Mama Dineo shouted from next door,
Haaibo! Maybe she’s just food-pregnant, my son. The way she eats, even the fridge is afraid to open at night

Sibongile stood up slowly her belly wobbling like a drum full of jelly. She stormed into the house shouting,
I’m going to the clinic now. You will see the baby scan today

Bra Joe just shook his head, walked to the pot, and whispered:
I hope the doctor doesn’t find meat bones in that scan

In South Africa, love is sweet but if your pap disappears faster than your bank balance, ask questions before the belly grows too big.

Coming next week.."Bra Joe installs a food padlock on the fridge

So many in my mind,many things on my head... don't just know where to start from...just hope am not loosing it

Too many things in my mind,so many things on my head... can't picture where to start from... but just hope I'm not loosing my cernity

It's another beautiful day filled with so much opportunities... Hope and fulfillments.
Keep pushing, giving up is never an option

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: TUESDAY 17TH JUNE 2025

THEME: *THE HALLOWED BREAD*

MEMORIZE
1 Samuel 21:4
And the priest answered David, and said, There is no common bread under mine hand, but there is hallowed bread; if the young men have kept themselves at least from women.

READ
1 Samuel 21:3-6
Now therefore what is under thine hand? give me five loaves of bread in mine hand, or what there is present.
And the priest answered David, and said, There is no common bread under mine hand, but there is hallowed bread; if the young men have kept themselves at least from women.
And David answered the priest, and said unto him, Of a truth women have been kept from us about these three days, since I came out, and the vessels of the young men are holy, and the bread is in a manner common, yea, though it were sanctified this day in the vessel.
So the priest gave him hallowed bread: for there was no bread there but the shewbread, that was taken from before the LORD, to put hot bread in the day when it was taken away.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*Hallowed breads are for hallowed persons.*

MESSAGE
Today's memory verse and text show that there are general breads and there are consecrated or hallowed breads for consecrated people who have kept themselves from every form of defilement and contamination.

The word "hallowed" simply means: "consecrated or holy."

David had come to the priest for bread to supply to his men and his household, but the priest said, "There are no common breads under mine hand, only the hallowed bread:"

Bread here stands for food or means of sustenance. Allegorically, this represents the bread of life, which is the Word of God. Technically speaking, it means the revelation or special insights into the Word of God, which is not available to everyone, only for consecrated people.

The Bible is a veiled book to unholy people. It is a closed book to unauthorized persons especially those who are polluted with the filths of this world.

Everybody may read the Bible, but access to the revelation in the book is given by God alone, and this is reserved for dedicated individuals. This is why we cannot depend on our human intelligence to understand God's word.

You need to be told that there are things that God shares with consecrated people alone. And that there are things you will never hear from God if you are living in sin because God hides Himself from defiled people. He reveals Himself only to worthy seekers.

*The hallowed bread is for hallowed persons.*

Beloved, the God we serve is a holy God who jealously guards dedicated things; and will not allow unholy people to have access to them.

Dedicated things are reserved for dedicated people.

Dedicated privileges are meant for people who have distinguished themselves by separating themselves from the filths in this world.

God doesn't treat everybody the same. He doesn't give sacred things to the unholy and the profane.

The Bible puts it this way in
Matthew 7:6 "Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you."

There are realms and privileges in God that are not available for the casual and worldly professors of religion.

Beloved, if you will keep yourself pure and Holy henceforth, God will open up the chambers of divine revelation to you.

The Bible says in
Psalms 25:14 "The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant."

*There are things God shows to those who fear Him alone.*

Receive grace to separate yourself to Him today in Jesus' name.

ACTION STEPS
1. Ask the Lord to purge you from every form of defilement.
2. Make your yourself available for revelation from God's word by studying the Bible in a prayerful mood.
3. Be determined to stay pure by all means.

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Oh God, most Holy, purge me and make me fit for your Holy Word today and always in Jesus' name. Amen.

REMEMBER
*Hallowed breads are for hallowed people.*

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: Ezekiel 43-44, Judges 16, Acts 11.

HYMN
Thy Word is a lamp to my feet, O Lord,
Thy Word is a light to my way ;
It shines in my soul like a star by night,
And comforts and cheers me by day.

O wonderful, wonderful Word,
My treasure, my hope, and my stay ;
Each promise recorded delights my soul,
And brightens each step of my way.

2
Thy Word is a lamp to my feet, O Lord,
And, trusting in Thee as my all,
Whatever of evil may cross my path,
I never, no, never can fall.

3
Thy Word is a lamp to my feet, O Lord ;
And oh, when Thy glory I see,
For all the rich blessings its truth has brought,
The praise will I give unto Thee.

PLEASE SHARE

Good morning everyone hopefully you're doing good

In secondary school, I fell deeply in love with a boy. The kind of love that felt all-consuming. He made me feel seen, wanted, special. Then one day, he brought up the idea of a blood oath.

He looked me in the eyes and said,
“If we do this, nothing will ever come between us. We’ll be bound forever.”

At 16, those words sounded romantic. But deep down, something in my spirit just didn’t sit right. My aunty saw the text message and confronted me.. when I was mumbling she gave me a resetting slap that cleared my eyes and that was the last time we talk about anything blood oat.

I still didn't broke up with him and A month later, we had a massive fight and broke up. I was heartbroken but still hopeful—we were young. Maybe we’d find our way back to each other.

We never did.

Growing up without my parents, I lived with my aunt. I didn’t have much guidance, just a young girl trying to navigate life on her own.

Fast forward several years… I had grown, built a life, found my purpose. Then one day, I stumbled across his Instagram. Out of curiosity, I clicked on his profile...

And I froze.

The person staring back at me looked nothing like the boy I once loved. He looked lost, unkempt, like life had dragged him through every corner of pain.

And in that moment, I asked myself,
“Is this the same person I almost tied my entire destiny to with a blood oath?” Nancy Isime

Moral lesson- Her Aunty deserve one cold Heineken

#tinglespicey #mazitundeednut #fyp2025 #nonsmiraj #nollywoodonline #PulseViral #nollywoodcelebrities #fyp #viralchallenge #viral

Kiss your worries goodbye.

Your peace of mind starts with a simple test.

Swing by the AHF Wellness Clinic in Benue or Abuja, for free, confidential, and judgment-free STI testing. It's fast and easy, and we are open 8AM - 5PM Monday to Friday, 9AM - 1PM Saturday at both locations.

AHF Benue is opposite Inno Abba Fuel station, along George Akume International Market, Owner's Occupier Estate, Makurd.

AHF FCT is located near Plots 2B and 4A, Gwagalada Road (Federal low-cost Housing Estate), Kuje, Abuja.

We hope to see you soon!

Contact us with any questions: 08038954823 (Benue) / 08069934154 (Abuja)

BREAKING NEWS: Saudi "Sleeping Prince" Al-Waleed bin Khaled Reportedly Regains Consciousness After 20 Years in Coma

In a stunning and emotional development, Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, popularly known as the “Sleeping Prince,” has allegedly regained consciousness after spending nearly two decades in a coma. The prince, who was critically injured in a devastating car accident in 2005, has been on life support ever since.

According to reports circulating on social media and some regional outlets, Prince Al-Waleed, now 36 years old, showed signs of waking up earlier this month and has now regained a level of consciousness that shocked both his family and medical team. While official confirmation from the Saudi royal family has not yet been released, the news has sparked a wave of emotional reactions across the Arab world and beyond.

A Tragic Accident, A Miraculous Recovery

The accident that changed Prince Al-Waleed’s life occurred in 2005 when he was a university student in the United Kingdom. The crash left him with severe brain injuries and multiple fractures, leading to a persistent vegetative state that defied years of medical intervention.

Despite medical advice urging the family to consider ending life support, Prince Khaled bin Talal, his father, refused to give up hope. The prince remained in intensive care in a specially equipped facility in Riyadh, where he was continuously monitored by top-tier medical professionals.

A Family's Hope Rewarded

Over the years, the prince’s father remained steadfast in his belief that his son would recover. Videos occasionally released by the family showed minimal movement, such as the prince raising a finger, which they took as a sign of life and hope.


Sources close to the family claim that Prince Khaled was speechless and overwhelmed with emotion upon hearing the news that his son had opened his eyes and responded to stimuli.

“Welcome back to life, our handsome prince,” said a family member in a message shared on social media.

Public Reaction and Reflections

Across the Middle East, citizens have expressed joy, astonishment, and admiration for the family’s resilience. The story has reignited debates about faith, the power of medical care, and the emotional weight of end-of-life decisions.

Many on social media are calling the prince’s recovery a “miracle,” while others reflect on the extraordinary resources committed to sustaining his life.

A Moral Reflection

The extraordinary story has also prompted philosophical and moral reflections, with many noting: “Money can sometimes buy life.” While not diminishing the miracle of the recovery, this statement acknowledges the role of wealth in providing long-term critical care and sustaining hope over two decades.

Awaiting Official Confirmation

As of the time of this report, there has been no formal statement from the Saudi royal family or the King Faisal Specialist Hospital where the prince is believed to have been treated. The world now watches for further details and confirmation of the prince’s current medical condition and prospects for recovery ..

Iran calls on Trump to seek ceasefire as Israel intensifies air war

Iran called on US President Donald Trump on Monday to force Israel to cease fire as the only way to end the four-day-old aerial war, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country was on the "path to victory"

Israeli forces stepped up their bombardment of Iranian cities, while Iran proved capable of piercing Israeli air defences with one of its most successful volleys yet of retaliatory missile strikes.

“If President Trump is genuine about diplomacy and interested in stopping this war, next steps are consequential,” Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on X.

“Israel must halt its aggression, and absent a total cessation of military aggression against us, our responses will continue. It takes one phone call from Washington to muzzle someone like Netanyahu. That may pave the way for a return to diplomacy.”

Sources told Reuters that Tehran had asked Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Oman to press Trump to use his influence on Israel to agree to an immediate ceasefire. In return, Iran would show flexibility in nuclear negotiations, said the two Iranian and three regional sources.

Netanyahu told Israeli troops at an air base that Israel was on its way to achieving its two main aims: wiping out Iran’s nuclear programme and destroying its missiles.

“We are on the path to victory,” he said. “We are telling the citizens of Tehran: ‘Evacuate’ — and we are taking action.”

'Israel bombard Iran, 224 Iranians killed'


Israel launched its air war on Friday with a surprise attack that killed nearly the entire top echelon of Iran’s military commanders and its leading nuclear scientists. It has said it now has control of Iranian airspace and intends to escalate its campaign in coming days.

Tehran’s retaliation is the first time in decades of shadow war and proxy conflict that missiles fired from Iran have pierced Israeli defences in significant numbers and killed Israelis in their homes.

Iran says more than 224 Iranians have been killed, most of them civilians. Media published images of wounded children, women, and the elderly from cities across the country.

State TV broadcast scenes of collapsed presidential buildings, burned-out cars, and shattered streets in Tehran. Many residents were trying to flee the capital, describing queues for petrol and bank machines that were out of cash.

“I am desperate. My two children are scared and cannot sleep at night because of the sound of air defence and attacks, explosions. But we have nowhere to go. We hid under our dining table,” Gholamreza Mohammadi, 48, a civil servant, told Reuters by phone from Tehran.

In Israel, 24 people have been killed so far in Iran’s missile attacks, all of them civilians. Round the clock television images showed rescuers working in ruins of flattened homes.

“It’s terrifying because it’s so unknown,” said Guydo Tetelbaum, 31, a chef in Tel Aviv who was in his apartment when the alerts came in shortly after 4 a.m. (0100 GMT). He had tried to reach a shelter but his door was blown in.

“This could be the beginning of a long time like this. Or it could get worse, or hopefully better, but it’s the unknown that’s the scariest.”

Trump has consistently said that the Israeli assault could end quickly if Iran agrees to U.S. demands that it accept strict curbs to its nuclear programme.

Talks between the United States and Iran, hosted by Oman, had been scheduled for Sunday but were scrapped, with Tehran saying it could not negotiate while under attack.

On Monday, Iranian lawmakers floated the idea of quitting the nuclear non-proliferation treaty, a move bound to be seen as a setback for any negotiations.