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They had just run an inspirational breakfast together. And people were buzzing. The next week Bonnke and I sat down for, what turned out to be, a long afternoon lunch. Unlike most people I meet, he didn't launch into who he is. He wanted to know about me. He was curious, a great listener and knew how to connect. He is also charming, wise and humble. When Bonnke told me his story, I was fascinated. He started entrepreneurial ventures while he was still a teenager. But unlike many young people hungry for money, he decided he needed to learn as much as he could before he was 30. He took marketing positions with top South African companies. And before his 30th birthday, Bonnke left his job to start The Power of One. He now runs inspirational breakfasts, offers talks and workshops. Bonnke is making things happen. He has a strong Christian message, but he caters for people of all faiths. It is clear he is an emerging leader that will make people stand up and take notice. This is a man who is making a difference.
Power of One Breakfast Event:Rating: ***** Yesterday I attended the Power of One breakfast, organized by Bonnke Shipalana, one of our article contributors. I was inspired. Given Mkhari and Masingita Masunga shared how they were able to take life's challenges and turn the impossible into the possible. Bonnke encouraged us to find our purpose, nurture our talent, have vision and believe in ourselves. I highly recommend you sign up for Bonnke's newsletters and talks. He holds these events in Johannesburg on the last Saturday of every month. - September 2007, Next Event: Saturday 27th October 2007, JohannesburgClick here find out more and book your place!Articles by Bonnke Shipalana
Bonnke Shipalana’s passion is to spiritually connect and challenge young adults who (a) are unsure of their purpose and (b) receive no support or guidance in identifying their purpose, led him to give birth to a ministry that focuses on: 1. Purpose 2. Potential 3. Leadership Since the tender age of 19, Bonnke has been challenging youth to understand their God provided purpose. His ability to tackle tough topics in a logical and easy to understand manner has proved to be popular and his messages well accepted by youth of all races and age. His weekly article (email based) “Build on the ordinary and expect the extraordinary” focuses on (1) guiding people through the challenges of this world and (2) highlights the glory and grace of the Lord to non-Christians, has proved to be popular in locally and internationally. Bonnke also hosts a youth life-skill television show broadcasted on (South African TV) SABC 1 on Wednesdays (10.20am). Return from Bonnke Shipalana to Kalavati Homepage
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