29 Aug 2023

 A former Home Economics teacher at Makhubu Junior Secondary School in Selibe Phikwe, Yaona Mokgatle has penned a 226-page book that will revolutionise the mind of the reader and keep one engrossed right until the end.

Titled The A to Z: People of the Bible, the inspirational book draws from Christianity and the Bible. 

It covers topics like forgiveness, perseverance, compassion, and gratitude, all of which can help change the mindset and approach to life.

This must-read masterpiece reflects on several Biblical characters from Abraham to Zechariah and offers insights into their lives.

Ms Mokgatle explained that the A to Z book is an inspirational and religious book based on the characters found in the Bible.

“These people are of different ages, backgrounds and economic status. My characters experienced life as we do and their life stories carry an abundance of lessons for us to learn from,” she said.

For example, in one instance the book delves into the virtue of endurance as reflected in the life of Job who despite the difficult moment in his life believes God will still reach out to him. Jesus Christ is yet another character who the writer uses to bring home the importance of loving others unconditionally.

A microscopic view into the life of Abraham, the father of faith, is yet another scenario in the book that underscores how steadfast belief in God can turn around the life of a believer. 

It is a profound story highlighting the importance of faith, trust, and obedience to God. Here we see Abraham laying aside the weighty issues of life and following God’s word to the letter. He leaves his home and family and traverses to unfamiliar territory as per the instruction from God.

He perseveres and is ultimately rewarded for his great faith and obedience.

This story can teach us that even when we do not understand God’s plan, we can still trust in him and follow his guidance.

Another chapter that can be recommended is D which stands for decision making. This chapter talks about the importance of making good decisions and the different factors that can influence choices.

It offers advice on weighing the pros and cons on any given matter, dealing with uncertainty, and being mindful of the biases and impulses that can affect decision-making.

This chapter is relevant for anyone who wants to make better choices in life

The book is now available for sale for P120 per piece.

Ms Mokgatle is a devout Christian, a mother and wife. She has also authored write-ups such as How To: A Guide to perfecting your craft skills. ENDS