Paul Phume is a Johannesburg-based businessman and philanthropist.
MY young nephew is very good in sports, participating competitively in soccer, basketball, rugby, and athletics. Recently, he was preparing for a school athletic meet and seemed not completely sure of himself.
Like any responsible uncle I had to give words of assurance to motivate the young man. Without much thought, I reiterated words that I was taught as a young man: that he must have faith.
When the young man performed well in the competition, it made me wonder whether my mention of faith had anything to do with his good performance.
I also questioned why it seems one considers faith mostly when going through life challenges. Could it not be that we refer to faith even when things are going well?
