Extended trials of Faith – by Charmaine Michaels (Print Only)

An exciting book by Charmaine Michaels is a spiritual memoir and teaching text that blends her personal life experiences with Christian prophetic reflection. The author begins with personal testimony, recounting her upbringing in District Six, Cape Town, within a mixed Muslim-Christian family, and sharing the challenges she faced through early struggles, marriage, motherhood and the pain of losing both her mother and son. Through these experiences she emphasizes how the Holy Spirit guided her life, transforming her from fear and confusion into a prophetic ministry. Alongside her life story, Michaels offers spiritual reflections, exploring the person, functions and role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. She discusses how Christians can hear God’s voice, distinguish between divine and human opinions, and cultivate spiritual discernment.