INVITE ETIENNE PIETERSE
ETIENNE PIETERSE · EVANGELIST · BIBLE TEACHER

Purpose drives.Destiny follows.

“My passion is to champion people.” Through Gospel preaching, biblical teaching and the Holy Spirit, Etienne longs to see people encounter Jesus and grow into their God-given calling.

  • Master of TheologyBiblical teaching
  • 60+ countriesInternational ministry as of 2017
  • YWAM pioneerIsland Breeze Sydney
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INVITEETIENNEBRING A MESSAGE OF HOPE TO YOUR COMMUNITY.
THE HEART OF DESTINED 4 PURPOSE

Every life has value. Every life has purpose.

God can change a life. A life can change the world. That is why we preach Jesus, stand alongside people and equip believers to grow—in faith, in character and in their God-given calling.

01

Make Jesus Known

The Good News is more than information: it is an invitation to encounter the love of Jesus and begin again.

02

Champion People

People are not projects. They are deeply loved by God. We want to see their dignity restored, their faith strengthened and their potential encouraged.

03

Mobilise a Generation

Through Scripture, discipleship and the Holy Spirit, we equip believers to live with character, serve others and walk in God-given purpose.

FROM THE CAPE FLATS TO THE NATIONS

It began with an encounter. It became a calling.

Before the messages, the travel and the ministry, Etienne was a young man growing up amid poverty, violence and injustice in South Africa. At 21, he describes an encounter with Jesus that changed his life.

That experience did more than change his direction—it gave him a passion to share the Father’s love and champion the lives of others, with the warmth and humour that fill his teaching today.

He pioneered YWAM Island Breeze Sydney and has worked across denominations in Australia and internationally.

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MEET ETIENNE

One encounter. A new direction.

Before the ministry and the nations, there was a young man who discovered just how deeply Jesus loved him.

A BEGINNING THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

Before the platform, there was love.

Etienne grew up in the Cape Flats of South Africa during apartheid, surrounded by poverty, violence, addiction and injustice. His beginnings were not easy—and his future did not seem obvious.

At 21, while walking through the bush, Etienne experienced a deeply personal encounter with Jesus. More than fear or condemnation, what overwhelmed him was love.

He describes that moment as the beginning of a changed life. The encounter is still the heartbeat behind his message today: God’s love can change the course of a life.

His journey did not erase every difficulty. It gave him a new foundation: the love of the Father. That love continues to shape how he teaches, serves and shares the Gospel across cultures.

“Don’t you know that I love you? I love you Etienne.”— From Etienne’s personal testimony
A LIFE GIVEN TO THE GOSPEL

From the Cape Flats to the nations.

Etienne went on to obtain a Master of Theology, become an ordained itinerant pastor and evangelist, and pioneer YWAM Island Breeze Sydney.

By 2017, Etienne had ministered in more than 60 countries. Across many cultures, churches and communities, his calling has remained rooted in making Jesus known.

His wider missionary service includes leadership alongside his wife Tania through YWAM Sydney. Through Destined 4 Purpose, he continues to preach the Gospel and equip people to live out their God-given calling.

Etienne does not hide behind a polished stage persona. He brings Scripture to life with stories, self-awareness and humour, pointing people beyond religious appearances toward genuine transformation. His teaching carries biblical depth, warmth and joy.

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BEYOND THE PULPIT

A heart for Scripture in Kaaps.

Among Etienne's achievements is his independent work translating the Gospel of Mark into Kaaps, the language of his roots in South Africa. In 2022, Wycliffe South Africa documented his completed translation draft and the support being explored to help prepare it for publication. His manuscript was also referenced in academic discussion of Kaaps Bible translation.

For Etienne, language carries belonging. Translating Mark into Kaaps grew from a personal connection to the communities and speech of his childhood, and from a desire for people to hear the Gospel in familiar words.

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BEYOND THE PLATFORM

The heart behind the calling.

Etienne is known for making room for people, not just delivering a message. He brings biblical conviction, cross-cultural experience and humour to conversations that invite people to discover what following Jesus can look like in their own lives.

My passion is to champion people.

ETIENNE PIETERSE · THE HEART OF DESTINED 4 PURPOSE

Biblically grounded

Teaching centred on Scripture and the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Cross-culturally experienced

A missionary perspective shaped by relationships and teaching across nations.

Warm & relatable

Real stories, laughter and practical lessons that help truth connect with daily life.

Purpose begins in relationship.

Discover the teaching and message at the heart of Destined 4 Purpose.

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ABOUT TANIA

A shared life of faith & service.

Meet Tania Pieterse and the family and missionary journey she shares with Etienne.

FAITH · FAMILY · MISSION

Walking together in purpose.

Tania Pieterse has shared in Etienne’s journey of faith, family life and Christian ministry. Their story reflects a long-term commitment to serving Jesus, raising a family and responding to God’s call across cultures.

Together they have built a home marked by courage, hospitality and perseverance, while continuing to serve across different nations and ministry settings.

Their life together highlights the quiet strength behind public ministry: family, faithfulness, humility and practical love.

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SERVING THROUGH YWAM

Mission is a shared journey.

Etienne and Tania have served through Youth With A Mission, including their shared involvement in YWAM Sydney. Their wider missionary journey has included cross-cultural ministry, discipleship and reaching people with the Gospel.

Their shared journey reflects years of family life alongside cross-cultural service, hospitality and discipleship.

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A story that continues.

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WHAT SHAPES OUR FAITH

The heart behind what we believe.

Jesus at the centre. The Word as our foundation. The Holy Spirit at work in everyday life.

LIVED FAITH

Not just words. A life that bears fruit.

For Etienne, Christianity is not primarily about a platform or a performance. It is a relationship with Jesus that makes a real difference in the way we love, forgive, serve and respond to people. These convictions run through his preaching, teaching and everyday approach to ministry.

01 / THE GOOD NEWS

Jesus changes everything.

Jesus Christ is the centre of our message. Etienne's own story begins with an encounter with His love. We share the Gospel so others can know that same hope, forgiveness and new life.

02 / THE FATHER'S LOVE

Love is where transformation begins.

God's love is not earned by performance. Etienne teaches that we learn to receive the Father's love, embrace it and then share it in practical ways with the people around us.

03 / THE HOLY SPIRIT

Power and character belong together.

We value the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the fruit of the Spirit. Spiritual power is important; so are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

04 / THE WORD

Scripture shapes the journey.

The Bible points us to Jesus and gives us a foundation for faith, discernment and discipleship. We want teaching that moves beyond inspiration and helps people walk with God.

05 / EVERY PERSON

People are worth championing.

Every person matters to God. We want to encourage dignity, spiritual growth and the courage to follow God's leading, especially where life has been marked by hardship or discouragement.

06 / FAITH IN ACTION

Love must become visible.

Faith is expressed in discipleship, generosity, practical compassion and everyday relationships. The way we treat people is part of the message we carry.

“The Gifts of the Spirit are what we do, but the Fruit of the Spirit is who we are.” — Etienne Pieterse

At the heart of Destined 4 Purpose is a love for Jesus, trust in Scripture and a faith that becomes visible in everyday life.

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Faith is meant to be lived.

Read how these convictions become a mission to champion people and make Jesus known.

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OUR HEART & CALLING

Champion people. Make Jesus known.

Preach the Gospel. Equip believers. Make disciples. See a generation transformed and mobilised into its God-given destiny.

VISION & MISSION

A generation transformed. A generation mobilised.

VISION

Our Vision

To see this generation transformed and mobilized into their God-given destiny.

MISSION

Our Mission

To preach the Good News, equip believers, make disciples and champion people—demonstrating Christ’s love through compassion, service and practical discipleship.

THREE CORE MESSAGES

Faith that changes how we live.

Etienne’s ministry takes shape in preaching, teaching, mentoring and practical service. These three commitments guide how he encourages churches, discipleship schools and communities.

01

The Father’s Love

Etienne begins with the love of the Father, inviting people to encounter Jesus personally and find hope, forgiveness and a secure identity in Him.

02

The Holy Spirit

Through prayer, Bible teaching and discipleship, he encourages believers to depend on the Holy Spirit and grow in wisdom, courage and Christlike character.

03

Faith in Action

Faith reaches beyond meetings and sermons: caring for neighbours, listening well, sharing food and making space for people to be seen and loved.

WHAT WE BELIEVE ABOUT SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE

Power to serve. Character to love.

The Holy Spirit is not only a subject to study, but the One who strengthens believers to serve and forms the character of Jesus in them. Etienne holds spiritual gifts and spiritual fruit together.

01 / GIFTS

God works through us.

We pray, share the Gospel, encourage, teach and trust the Holy Spirit to lead us. His gifts are not a platform for recognition, but opportunities to serve.

02 / FRUIT

God works within us.

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control shape how we carry His message and treat His people.

“I am the vine, you are the branches.” John 15:5 — a foundational passage in Etienne’s teaching

EVERYDAY DISCIPLESHIP

Not only Sunday. Every day.

Discipleship continues long after a gathering ends. It shapes our patience in conversation, our honesty at work, our faithfulness in relationships and our willingness to forgive.

Etienne’s teaching makes room for laughter as well as conviction. Even an unexpected meal can become a reminder that love, gentleness and self-control are learned in ordinary moments.

The invitation is practical: take what you have heard, bring it into your home and community, and make room for someone else to encounter Jesus.

CONNECTED TO GLOBAL MISSION

Faith that goes.

Etienne’s journey has included missionary service, cross-cultural leadership and evangelism in many nations. Together with Tania, he has served through Youth With A Mission, helping others grow in faith and respond to God’s call.

Through YWAM Sydney, practical outreach has included sharing food with neighbours and free BBQ gatherings at Dee Why Beach. Hospitality and compassion create space for friendship, prayer and meaningful conversation.

Through Destined 4 Purpose, Etienne encourages believers to grow in faith and make Jesus known in everyday life.

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OUR IMPACT

Faith shown in real lives.

From cross-cultural ministry to Bible translation and neighbourhood outreach, these are some of the steps that have shaped Etienne’s years of service.

A STORY STILL BEING WRITTEN

The Gospel travels. Love takes root.

Etienne’s service has crossed cultures, churches and communities. The milestones below highlight a missionary journey that includes biblical teaching, pioneering Christian training, and helping people engage with Scripture in a familiar language.

60+

Countries of ministry

By 2017, Etienne had ministered in more than 60 countries.

YWAM

Campus pioneer

Etienne helped pioneer the YWAM Island Breeze Sydney campus, extending opportunities for Christian training and outreach.

M.Th.

Theological foundation

He holds a Master of Theology and has served as an ordained itinerant pastor and evangelist.

Behind each milestone are the relationships and communities that made the work possible.

ANOTHER MILESTONE · SCRIPTURE IN KAAPS

The Word, closer to home.

Alongside international preaching and discipleship, Etienne undertook a deeply personal work of Scripture translation: an independent Kaaps version of the Gospel of Mark. Wycliffe South Africa documented his manuscript and described efforts to support its review and publication preparation in 2022.

His early work is also cited in academic research on Bible translation in Kaaps. This important contribution reflects the same heart seen throughout his ministry: to make Jesus known and recognise the dignity of the people he serves.

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DOCUMENTED MILESTONES

2007Pioneering YWAM Island Breeze Sydney with Tania, their family and an initial team

2021A Walk of Faith teaching series, YWAM Island Breeze Podcast

2022Kaaps Gospel of Mark translation manuscript documented by Wycliffe

2026Making Jesus Known sermon at Grace City Church, Northern Beaches

WHAT IMPACT LOOKS LIKE

A generous heart. A life of service.

After a fire devastated homes in Jeffrey's Bay, Etienne, Tania and others responded with practical help, standing alongside neighbours who were rebuilding from what remained.

He also remembers the woman who rejoiced after finding a single shoe in the ashes. What stayed with him was not a dramatic achievement, but her extraordinary joy in God amid loss.

Stories like these reveal his heart: the Gospel is preached, and it is also lived through compassion, service, joy and the character of Christ.

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The next life matters.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Good questions. Clear answers.

Everything you may want to know about the ministry, resources, invitations and partnership.

HELPFUL INFORMATION

We’re glad you’re here.

Whether you're exploring Etienne's teaching, planning an invitation or considering partnership, these answers will help you take the next step.

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What is Destined 4 Purpose?

Destined 4 Purpose is the personal preaching and equipping ministry associated with Etienne Pieterse. Its heart is to make Jesus known, champion people, equip believers and encourage a generation to live in its God-given calling.

What does “champion people” mean?

It means recognising the God-given worth of people and standing alongside them as they grow in faith, character, confidence and purpose. Etienne describes championing people as his personal passion.

Is Destined 4 Purpose the same as YWAM Sydney?

No. Etienne and Tania have a history of service with Youth With A Mission, but this is the website for Destined 4 Purpose. The bank transfer details on the Partner page are in the names of E & T Pieterse, not YWAM Sydney.

Can we invite Etienne to speak?

Yes. Please use the Invite Etienne page to share your dates, location, organisation and invitation details. Speaking arrangements are discussed individually.

Does Etienne speak internationally?

By 2017, Etienne had ministered in more than 60 countries. For current travel availability, please contact him directly.

Where can I listen to messages?

Visit Messages for recordings, conversations and listening options. You can also find church-hosted preaching under Sermons in Resources.

Where can I find Etienne’s books?

Visit Books & Resources for Fuel Your Future and There Must Be More, with links to their Amazon listings. Etienne continues to write, so you can check that page for future resources.

How can I give or partner?

You can pray, introduce the ministry to others or support its practical needs. The Partner page provides bank transfer details. Please verify the recipient before giving; the website does not process card payments.

Will Etienne receive messages sent through the site?

You can use the Contact or Invite page to send an enquiry. You can also email etienne316@gmail.com directly.

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ETIENNE PIETERSE · MESSAGES

Words that point to Jesus.

Not just something to hear. Something to carry into the way you love, lead, forgive and live.

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THE HEART BEHIND THE MESSAGE

One encounter can change a life.

Etienne grew up surrounded by hardship in South Africa. At 21, he describes an encounter with Jesus that changed his direction. That love became a calling: to champion people, preach the Good News and encourage a generation to follow God's purpose.

“My passion is to champion people.”ETIENNE PIETERSE · HIS PERSONAL CALLING

Etienne brings Scripture, honest stories from the nations and a sense of humour that makes biblical truth feel close to home. His teaching is serious about Jesus, without suggesting that a serious face is a spiritual gift. The invitation goes beyond a moving meeting: know Jesus, and let His life become visible through yours.

LISTEN · WATCH · ENCOUNTER

Let the message reach you.

Choose a message to listen to, a video to watch, or a conversation about making Jesus known. These links open their original platforms.

01 / YWAM PODCAST

Faith for everyday life

Listen to Etienne’s faith-teaching series on the YWAM Island Breeze Podcast—including teaching about worship, walking and building by faith.

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02 / VIDEO

Watch a message

Hear Etienne speak and explore the biblical themes that shape his passion for Jesus and for people.

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03 / CONVERSATION

Making Jesus Known

A recorded conversation about the calling to share Jesus and encourage people in their God-given destiny.

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FEATURED SERMON · GRACE CITY CHURCH

Making Jesus Known.

Listen to Etienne Pieterse at Grace City Church, Northern Beaches, recorded on 19 April 2026. You can also explore his five-part faith series from YWAM Island Breeze.

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MORE THAN A PLATFORM

The message is Jesus. The mission is people.

Powerful moments matter. So does what happens afterwards: in the car park, around the dinner table, with a difficult teammate, or when someone needs us to listen. Explore three paths through Etienne’s central message.

01 · ENCOUNTER

Known by the Father's love

Etienne’s own story begins not with a stage, but with an encounter with Jesus and a love he had not known before.

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02 · TRANSFORMATION

Power and character belong together

The gifts of the Spirit can open doors. The fruit shapes the kind of person who walks through them.

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03 · PURPOSE

Champion someone else's calling

See the worth in people, share the Good News and help a generation discover its God-given purpose.

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REAL STORIES · EVERYDAY FAITH

Holy Spirit. Very human moments.

Etienne’s honest, often humorous stories invite us to see what Spirit-shaped character looks like in real life. Open a story to discover its lesson.

PATIENCE + KINDNESSThe salt that tested a missionary

On his first journey to India, Etienne asked for salt. His host lovingly sprinkled it over dinner by hand—and mixed it in. A moment of cultural shock turned into an unforgettable lesson about honour, self-control and interpreting another person’s kindness.

Take it into your day: What changes when we judge a person’s intention before judging their method?

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JOYA prophet face in the mirror

As a young Christian, Etienne once practised a suitably serious “prophet face” in the mirror. Over time, he discovered that looking intense is not the same as becoming holy. Joy, unlike a stern expression, really is fruit of the Spirit.

Take it into your day: Do I mistake seriousness for spiritual depth?

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JOY IN LOSSOne shoe. A reason to dance.

After a destructive fire, Etienne encountered a woman rejoicing because she had found one shoe in the remains. He was struck by her gratitude amid devastating loss. Her response stayed with him as a lesson about joy rooted in God, not possessions.

Take it into your day: What small sign of grace can I notice without denying real pain?

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KINDNESSRetiring the “death stare”

Etienne used to give careless drivers his fiercest look. When a woman cut in front of him at a car park, he sensed a challenge to show mercy instead. He smiled and waved. It was a small moment—but a real change of character.

Take it into your day: Could kindness change a familiar reaction before it becomes a habit?

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THE FATHER’S LOVELoved before the mess

Writing about fatherhood, Etienne recalls loving his children before they could accomplish anything or impress anyone. He uses the messy, very human comedy of parenting to help readers picture a Father who loves before we perform.

Take it into your day: What if God’s love begins before my best behaviour?

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SELF-CONTROLThe longest taxi ride—and a test of self-control

During ministry in Madagascar, a frustrating taxi journey tested Etienne’s temper. He describes choosing not to let anger take over before later praying for people and witnessing what he reports as extraordinary healings. The point is not a formula for miracles, but the importance of Spirit-shaped character.

Take it into your day: How can I act with self-control when my plans unravel?

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FREE STUDY COURSES

Don't just listen. Keep growing.

Take the teaching deeper with two free, downloadable studies. One helps you practise the nine qualities of the Spirit; the other explores the Bible’s teaching about speaking in tongues.

9 LESSONS · BOOK COMPANION

The Fruit of the Holy Spirit

Let the Spirit shape your character in ordinary life.

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Speaking in Tongues

Seek the Holy Spirit with humility, love and Scripture.

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MORE THAN A MESSAGE

Gifts can open doors. Character keeps us faithful.

Etienne teaches that the gifts of the Holy Spirit matter deeply, and so does the fruit. The Spirit who empowers us to minister also shapes the way we treat people when no one is watching.

01 / LOVE

Know the Father's heart.

Receive the love of Jesus—and begin to see the value of the people in front of you.

02 / SPIRIT

Grow in power and fruit.

Be encouraged in both spiritual gifts and the patience, peace, kindness and self-control of a Christ-shaped life.

03 / PURPOSE

Champion someone else.

Faith moves outward through discipleship, encouragement and practical care for others.

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HELP CARRY THE GOOD NEWS

Someone's story could begin with an encounter.

Your prayers and generosity help support the practical work of Gospel preaching, biblical teaching, ministry travel and discipleship. Partner with the mission of making Jesus known.

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BOOKS · TEACHING · MESSAGES

Grow in faith. Live with purpose.

Meet the heart behind the message through Scripture, genuine stories, sermons and books that help faith become part of everyday life.

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Something to read. Something to live.

Start a seven-day journey through the fruit of the Holy Spirit. The devotional is an original companion to the biblical themes in Fuel Your Future, with a daily reflection, one practical step and a prayer.

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FEATURED BOOK

Fuel Your Future.

Fuel Your Future book cover by Etienne Pieterse

What if the most important part of your future is the person you’re becoming?

Discover how the Fruit of the Spirit can shape your everyday life.

Published in 2017, Fuel Your Future explores the nine qualities named in Galatians 5:22–23 through Scripture, personal confessions, travel experiences, family stories and humour.

Etienne writes about the difference between spiritual gifts and spiritual character—and why growing in the Holy Spirit matters as much as the ministry we do.

Readers are invited to receive God's love, find joy and peace beyond circumstances, and develop a character that reflects Jesus.

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Etienne’s approach is biblical, personal and often genuinely funny. He connects the fruit of the Spirit to relationships, moments of fear, family life, cultural misunderstandings, and the choices we make under pressure — because spiritual growth is meant to be lived, not merely discussed.

GALATIANS 5:22–23

Nine qualities. One Spirit.

Nine chapters. Nine qualities of the same Spirit. Each one takes biblical teaching into the ordinary moments where faith becomes visible.

01LoveReceive. Embrace. Share.

God’s love is not a reward for good performance. Etienne explores how receiving the Father’s unconditional love frees us to embrace others and become a living expression of that love.

02JoyDeeper than happiness.

Happiness depends on what happens around us; joy flows from what Christ has done for us. Etienne insists that real faith gives us room to admit when life is hard. Joy is not pretending that everything is fine.

03PeaceGod with us in the storm.

Peace is not merely a pleasant feeling or the absence of trouble. It is grounded in the Prince of Peace, giving us assurance of God’s presence even when circumstances do not immediately change.

04PatienceThe courage to wait well.

The Father’s patience with us becomes a model for the patience we show others. Impatience can damage relationships and cloud decisions; spiritual maturity is often learned in the waiting.

05KindnessSmall choices. A visible Gospel.

Kindness is more than politeness performed when people are watching. It begins in a compassionate heart and changes how we respond when someone makes a mistake or interrupts our plans.

06GoodnessWhen life is not good.

Goodness is rooted in God’s character, not in the comfort of our circumstances. We can tell the truth about hard seasons while choosing responses that reflect God’s mercy and goodness.

07FaithfulnessTrust. Commitment. Loyalty.

For Etienne, faithfulness grows through trust, commitment and loyalty. It is about remaining steady in relationship with God and reliable with people, even when outcomes are uncertain.

08GentlenessStrength with a soft touch.

Gentleness is not weakness. It is strength governed by love: the ability to speak, protect, correct and serve without crushing people. Etienne reflects on the gentle heart of God.

09Self-ControlRespond, don’t just react.

Self-control helps us choose our responses rather than being ruled by wounded pride, anger or fear. It protects the other qualities of the Spirit and opens the door to unexpected opportunities.

STORIES YOU WILL REMEMBER

Not perfect people. A faithful God.

Behind every message is a real life. Etienne speaks openly about the moments that formed his faith—with warmth, honesty and humour. His stories remind us that growing with Jesus happens in the ordinary days, not only in the extraordinary ones.

A TRUE STORY FROM FUEL YOUR FUTURE

Sometimes the lesson arrives with the salt.

A memorable meal in India became a small lesson in patience and honouring others. Etienne tells the story with humour—and turns it toward the character of Jesus.

LOVE · SOUTH AFRICA

The girl with the flower

When his daughter Chloe tried to make friends and faced rejection, Etienne ran to comfort her. That moment helped him understand the Father's embrace and the love that never turns away.

JOY · JEFFREYS BAY

The joy of one shoe

After a fire destroyed homes, a woman danced over the one shoe she recovered. Etienne learned that joy is not the same as having everything we want.

KINDNESS · EVERYDAY LIFE

Retiring the “death stare”

He was ready to glare at a driver who cut him off. Instead, he chose a smile and a wave — a small but lasting lesson about mercy.

SELF-CONTROL · MADAGASCAR

When pride wanted to win

A pastor’s reluctance to welcome a young evangelist tested Etienne’s reactions. Choosing to serve despite hurt became an important turning point in his ministry.

MESSAGES & TEACHING

Let the words come alive.

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Let the Word take root.

Read, listen, grow—and discover what it means to reflect Jesus in everyday life.

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FREE DEVOTIONAL

Seven days of fruitful faith.

Small daily steps toward a life shaped by Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

A COMPANION FOR THE JOURNEY

Grow where life actually happens.

The Spirit doesn't only meet us in extraordinary moments. He changes the way we love, listen, serve and respond. This original seven-day devotional was prepared for the Destined 4 Purpose website and draws on Scripture and themes explored in Fuel Your Future. Read one reflection each day, then put it into practice.

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DAY 01Love

Loved Before You Achieve

Read: 1 John 4:19; John 15:9

Our calling does not begin with proving that we are useful. It begins with receiving the love of Jesus. Etienne describes the Father’s love as the encounter that redirected his life. Before we try to champion anyone else, we can learn to be secure in the One who first loved us. People become more than tasks when we remember that every life matters to God.

Live it today

Look someone in the eye today. Listen without hurrying to fix them. Let your attention be a small expression of the love you have received.

A simple prayer — Father, teach me to receive Your love with an open heart. Help me see people as You see them, not as problems to solve. Amen.

DAY 02Joy

A Joy That Stays

Read: Philippians 4:4; Nehemiah 8:10

Joy is not the same as a perfect day. It can live beside unanswered questions, inconvenient plans and ordinary work. In Fuel Your Future, humour and honest stories carry a serious invitation: allow the Holy Spirit to shape your response instead of waiting for circumstances to behave.

Live it today

Notice one small gift today, thank God for it, and share a moment of encouragement with someone.

A simple prayer — Jesus, give me joy rooted in Your presence. Help me carry hope into ordinary moments, even when I cannot change my circumstances. Amen.

DAY 03Peace

Peace in the Middle

Read: John 14:27; Philippians 4:6–7

Peace does not mean that nothing difficult is happening. It means we can bring real fears to a God who remains with us. The Spirit teaches us to pause, pray, and respond with trust. That kind of peace can become a gift to the people around us.

Live it today

Before one difficult conversation, stop for a minute. Pray, breathe, and choose your next words with care.

A simple prayer — Holy Spirit, settle my heart. Help me meet uncertainty with prayer instead of panic, and make me a person who brings peace. Amen.

DAY 04Patience & Kindness

Love in a Slow Moment

Read: James 1:19; Colossians 3:12–13

The real test of character often comes when people interrupt our plans. Etienne’s stories remind us that cultural misunderstandings and uncomfortable moments can become classrooms for patience and kindness. The fruit of the Spirit is formed not only at a church service, but at a dinner table, on a busy road, and in relationships.

Live it today

Choose one inconvenience today as an opportunity: ask a question before reacting, and offer a kind word.

A simple prayer — God, slow my reactions and widen my compassion. Help me honour people even when I feel impatient. Amen.

DAY 05Goodness

Goodness With Hands and Feet

Read: Galatians 6:9–10; Matthew 5:16

Goodness is more than having the right intentions. It is love expressed in action—sharing, serving, noticing the overlooked, and giving without needing applause. A life shaped by Jesus points beyond itself through practical care.

Live it today

Do one quiet act of good for someone today. Resist the temptation to turn it into a story about yourself.

A simple prayer — Father, let my faith be visible through generosity and integrity. Open my eyes to a practical way I can serve. Amen.

DAY 06Faithfulness & Gentleness

Faithful and Gentle

Read: Micah 6:8; Galatians 6:1

Faithfulness keeps showing up. Gentleness refuses to use strength to diminish another person. Together they make space for trust. To champion people is not to control their journey; it is to serve with humility, speak truth with care, and encourage steady growth in Christ.

Live it today

Follow through on one promise. When you speak with someone who is struggling, choose words that strengthen rather than shame.

A simple prayer — Lord, make my yes dependable and my words gentle. Help me strengthen people without trying to own their story. Amen.

DAY 07Self-Control & Purpose

Character That Carries the Calling

Read: Galatians 5:22–25; John 15:5

Gifts and opportunities matter, but character makes our calling sustainable. Fuel Your Future holds together two truths: we need the Holy Spirit’s power to serve, and we need His fruit to become like Jesus. Self-control gives us room to choose love over reaction, and faithfulness over impulse. Purpose becomes beautiful when it is carried by a transformed life.

Live it today

Reflect on the last seven days. Which fruit needs attention in your life? Choose one small habit you can practice this week with God’s help.

A simple prayer — Holy Spirit, form in me the character of Jesus. Let the gifts You entrust to me be carried by love, integrity and humility. Amen.

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A Walk of Faith

Etienne's five-part teaching series from YWAM Island Breeze: faith in uncertain times, worship by faith, walking by faith, building by faith, and the promise of faith.

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SCRIPTURE · LANGUAGE · MISSION

The Gospel in Kaaps.

A personal calling to bring the Word of God closer to the language and heart of the people Etienne grew up among.

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God's Word. In a heart language.

Etienne Pieterse grew up in South Africa and speaks Kaaps, a language closely connected to the communities of Cape Town's Cape Flats. For him, making Scripture available in Kaaps became a personal passion.

He undertook an independent translation of the Gospel of Mark into Kaaps. A 2022 account by Wycliffe Bible Translators South Africa describes his completed translation draft and how Wycliffe helped connect him with expertise for checking and preparing it for publication.

This is a meaningful part of his missionary story: helping people engage with the life and words of Jesus in a language that speaks to their own identity and experience.

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2022 · WYCLIFFE SOUTH AFRICA

A translation of Mark

Wycliffe documented Etienne’s independent work and described plans for expert review, typesetting and publication of the Gospel of Mark in Kaaps.

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2022 · ACADEMIC REFERENCE

Recognised in language research

A published academic article about Bible translation in Kaaps cites Etienne Pieterse’s manuscript of Mark and includes a sample from his draft. His contribution is part of the documented conversation about Scripture in Kaaps.

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2025–2027 · WIDER KAAPS PROJECT

The wider work continues

Wycliffe South Africa also describes ongoing Kaaps translation work involving selected Old Testament books, alongside the earlier Gospel of Mark manuscript.

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01Begin with the Person, not the giftJohn 14:16–17, 26; Galatians 5:22–23

The Holy Spirit is not a technique to master. Jesus speaks about the Spirit as Helper and Teacher. Begin with relationship: knowing Jesus, trusting the Father and welcoming the Spirit into everyday life.

Many believers want spiritual gifts but feel unsure or afraid of doing something wrong. You can come to God honestly. You do not need impressive language or a dramatic experience to be loved by Him.

Etienne’s Fuel Your Future makes a related but different point: power and spiritual gifts matter, yet the Spirit’s fruit forms the character that carries our calling. This lesson applies that balance to learning about tongues.

Reflect

  • Do I seek the Spirit because I want to know God, or because I feel pressure to have an experience?
  • How would love and peace change the way I approach this question?

Practise

Spend ten unhurried minutes in ordinary prayer. Thank God for His presence, even if you feel nothing unusual.

Pray

Holy Spirit, lead me closer to Jesus. Give me a teachable heart and help me love people well.

02What does the Bible actually say?Acts 2:1–13; Acts 10:44–48; Acts 19:1–7

Acts records occasions when believers spoke in tongues as the Holy Spirit moved among them. At Pentecost, listeners from different regions recognised their own languages; later accounts describe tongues in other settings.

The Bible shows the initiative of the Spirit. It does not give a mechanical formula that guarantees the same experience for every individual on demand.

Christians interpret some details differently. Some emphasise tongues as an initial sign of Spirit baptism, others as one of several gifts given to particular believers. Read the passages and discuss them with thoughtful Christian leaders.

Reflect

  • What is actually described in each account, and what am I assuming?
  • What does the passage reveal about Jesus and the spread of the Gospel?

Practise

Read the three passages aloud. Write down what they say before drawing conclusions about your own experience.

Pray

Lord Jesus, teach me to love Scripture and to seek truth with humility.

03Prayer languages, public speech and interpretation1 Corinthians 12:4–11, 27–31; 14:1–19

Paul describes a diversity of gifts for one body. He asks whether everyone speaks in tongues, pointing to the fact that not all believers have the same ministry gifts.

In 1 Corinthians 14 he distinguishes speech that builds up the church from speech that others do not understand. He encourages interpretation in gathered worship so people can be strengthened rather than left confused.

Some churches speak of private prayer in tongues; others interpret the passages differently. Seek understanding, not pressure or rivalry. Love remains the way gifts are used.

Reflect

  • How do these chapters connect spiritual gifts with serving others?
  • Why do order, interpretation and understandable words matter in worship?

Practise

Read 1 Corinthians 12–14 in one sitting, paying special attention to the chapter about love between the gifts discussions.

Pray

Father, give me love for Your church and wisdom in how I use every gift.

04How to seek God without forcing an experienceLuke 11:9–13; James 1:5; 1 Corinthians 14:15

You may ask God openly for the Holy Spirit’s help and for spiritual gifts. You can pray in words you know, worship, remain quiet and listen. No special breathing pattern, repeated sound, syllable or performance is necessary to earn God’s attention.

If nothing unusual happens, you have not failed. Do not copy another person’s sounds to prove faith, and do not let anyone shame you. If you experience something unfamiliar, speak with a trusted Christian leader for wise discernment.

When you pray with others, consent, kindness and peace matter. It is always appropriate to step away from pressure.

Reflect

  • Am I free to say “not yet” or “I’m unsure” without fear?
  • Who is a trusted, caring Christian leader I can talk with?

Practise

Ask God simply for wisdom and the fullness of His Spirit; then spend time reading Scripture and thanking Him. Record observations without judging yourself.

Pray

God, I welcome what is genuinely from You. Keep me from fear, imitation and pride.

05Love is the safeguard1 Corinthians 13; Galatians 5:22–23; Matthew 7:16–20

In the middle of Paul’s teaching about gifts stands 1 Corinthians 13. Without love, even remarkable spiritual experiences lose their purpose.

What would spiritual maturity look like at home? Patience in an argument, gentleness toward a new believer, honesty at work, self-control in a stressful conversation and care for those who feel overlooked.

Etienne’s central insight in Fuel Your Future is that fruit is not stage performance. It is character formed in us, shaping how we treat people long after a meeting ends.

Reflect

  • Have I ever measured someone’s faith by one visible gift?
  • Which fruit of the Spirit would make the biggest difference in my relationships this week?

Practise

Choose one concrete act of love today that nobody needs to applaud.

Pray

Holy Spirit, help the way I live to look more like Jesus.

06When people pray together1 Corinthians 14:26–33, 39–40; Ephesians 4:1–6

In a gathered church, gifts are to strengthen others. Paul emphasises an understandable, orderly way of worship, consideration for visitors and mutual care.

If a leader invites people to receive prayer, you may participate freely, ask questions or decline. A healthy environment allows that choice without embarrassment.

Avoid announcing claims about another person’s life based only on a feeling or unfamiliar sound. Put love and accountability ahead of excitement.

Reflect

  • What makes a prayer gathering safe and welcoming?
  • How can I honour people who understand the gift differently?

Practise

Attend a church service or prayer gathering led by people you trust. Observe how kindness and Scripture shape the atmosphere.

Pray

Jesus, let our worship build people up and bring honour to You.

07Living Spirit-filled after the meetingJohn 15:1–8; Romans 12:9–18; Galatians 5:16–26

Spiritual life is not limited to one dramatic moment. Jesus’ image of the vine points to remaining with Him, allowing His life to shape ours day by day.

Whether you speak in tongues or not, you can grow in prayer, Scripture, fellowship, courageous kindness and practical compassion. A person can have a remarkable testimony and still need patience in traffic.

Gifts may help us serve; fruit helps us serve in a way that reflects Jesus. Both belong under the call to love God and neighbour.

Reflect

  • Which habit helps me remain connected to Jesus?
  • Who could I champion this week without expecting anything back?

Practise

For seven days, keep a brief journal: prayer, Scripture, one fruit to practise, and one way to encourage someone.

Pray

Holy Spirit, shape my ordinary days. Let me love generously and walk humbly with Jesus.

Knowledge should become love in action.

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01Love — before you achieveGalatians 5:22; John 15:9–12; 1 John 4:7–19

Love is the beginning of spiritual maturity, not the prize at the end. The Father’s love meets people before they have perfect words, an impressive ministry or a polished life.

Etienne reflects on loving his children before they could do anything to earn his affection. He uses family life—and a little hilariously earthy honesty about parenting—to point towards a Father whose love is not cancelled when we make a mess.

Ask not only, “Do I believe God loves me?” but “What would change today if I received that love?”

Reflect

  • When do I try to earn God’s love?
  • How can I communicate love without waiting for someone to deserve it?

Practise

Write a short letter to yourself beginning “I am loved by God even when…”. Then act on that love by encouraging someone else.

Pray

Father, teach me to receive Your love and to give it freely.

02Joy — the prophet face in the mirrorGalatians 5:22; Nehemiah 8:10; Philippians 4:4–7

Etienne tells how, early in faith, he practised looking solemn in a mirror because he thought a serious face made him look more spiritual. The lesson is memorable: holiness is not measured by how intimidating our expression looks.

Joy is not constant laughter or pretending painful things are easy. It is a deep strength that can coexist with tears and setbacks.

In his book, Etienne remembers a woman who rejoiced over finding a single shoe after a devastating fire. Her response challenged him to see gratitude amid loss—not to minimise it.

Reflect

  • Where have I confused seriousness with spiritual maturity?
  • What small gift can I thank God for today?

Practise

Write three honest thank-yous and share one moment of appropriate joy with someone today.

Pray

God, give me joy that is rooted in You, not in perfect circumstances.

03Peace — more than the absence of a stormGalatians 5:22; John 14:27; Philippians 4:6–9

Peace does not require that everything around us be calm. Jesus speaks of His peace in a world where trouble is real.

Etienne shares an adventure involving a challenge called the “Leap of Faith,” using it to explore the difference between a comfortable situation and the peace God gives when fear is present.

Peace grows as we learn to bring worries honestly before God and move forward with wisdom.

Reflect

  • What situation is making my heart restless?
  • What is one wise step I can take without needing every answer first?

Practise

Pause twice today, name a worry clearly, pray about it and take one small responsible action.

Pray

Jesus, give me Your peace in the middle of uncertainty.

04Patience — the unglamorous miracleGalatians 5:22; James 1:2–4; Colossians 3:12–14

Few people ask for another queue, a slow driver or a delayed reply. Yet ordinary frustrations reveal our character with uncomfortable accuracy.

Etienne’s India story began with a simple request for salt. His host warmly sprinkled and mixed it into his food by hand. He felt shocked, yet learned to look beyond his own assumptions and recognise the kindness intended.

Patience can make room for a different culture, another person’s pace and God’s longer work in us.

Reflect

  • Where do I become impatient most quickly?
  • What might I misunderstand about someone else’s intentions?

Practise

Choose one inconvenient moment today to respond slowly, respectfully and with curiosity.

Pray

Spirit of God, make me patient enough to see the person, not just the inconvenience.

05Kindness — retiring the death stareGalatians 5:22; Luke 6:31; Ephesians 4:32

Etienne describes his old habit of giving other drivers a fierce “death stare” when they made mistakes. One morning after a woman cut him off, he sensed the Holy Spirit prompting him to respond differently.

He smiled and waved instead. In the story, the woman seemed relieved, and Etienne saw how easily self-righteousness had crowded out compassion.

Kindness is more than politeness; it is choosing to see another person with dignity, including on ordinary roads and in ordinary mistakes.

Reflect

  • Who receives my harshest judgment?
  • What could a kind response look like without pretending wrong behaviour is good?

Practise

Replace one critical reaction today with a gracious word or gesture.

Pray

Jesus, let my kindness be more than a public performance.

06Goodness — when life interrupts your plansGalatians 5:22; Psalm 33:5; Micah 6:8

Goodness is a quality of the heart expressed in actual choices. In the book, Etienne shares unexpected cross-cultural moments during ministry in Madagascar that challenged his assumptions about what is normal.

His stories are funny, sometimes awkward, and ultimately invitations to listen before judging. The call to goodness is bigger than liking people who behave just like us.

God’s goodness invites integrity, justice, compassion and a willingness to serve when there is nothing glamorous about it.

Reflect

  • What does goodness look like in my workplace or neighbourhood?
  • Where might I be judging people by my own customs?

Practise

Do one useful, generous thing today without announcing it.

Pray

Lord, help me do what is right with humility and compassion.

07Faithfulness — stay when the spotlight is goneGalatians 5:22; Luke 16:10; Hebrews 10:23–25

Faithfulness is often less dramatic than a breakthrough story. It looks like showing up again, keeping a promise and telling the truth when it would be easier not to.

Across Fuel Your Future, Etienne insists that a calling without character is fragile. Faithfulness helps make love and service dependable.

Our daily choices can become a quiet witness: to families, teammates, churches and people who may never hear us preach.

Reflect

  • What small commitment have I been neglecting?
  • Who depends on my consistency more than my enthusiasm?

Practise

Choose one promise you can keep this week and follow it through without fanfare.

Pray

Father, give me a faithful heart in big and small things.

08Gentleness — strength under controlGalatians 5:23; Matthew 11:28–30; Proverbs 15:1

Gentleness is not weakness. Jesus describes Himself as gentle. It takes strength to respond without humiliating someone who is vulnerable.

Etienne recalls painful moments from his youth when harshness and conflict shaped behaviour. He uses them to contrast the Spirit’s gentleness with the temptation to dominate.

A gentle person can still speak truth, set boundaries and protect others. The difference is the heart and manner of the response.

Reflect

  • When do I use my words to win rather than to serve?
  • Who needs a gentler tone from me this week?

Practise

In one difficult conversation, slow down, listen fully and speak truth without contempt.

Pray

Gentle Jesus, teach me to be both courageous and kind.

09Self-control — the long taxi rideGalatians 5:23; Proverbs 25:28; 2 Timothy 1:7

While ministering in Madagascar, Etienne describes a frustrating encounter with a pastor and a much longer taxi ride than expected. He had to choose not to let anger direct his actions.

Later in that ministry visit, he recounts praying for people and witnessing what he describes as remarkable healings. The story’s point is not that suppressing frustration guarantees miracles. It is that the Spirit can form character even in stressful, messy moments.

Self-control protects relationships and our calling. It helps us pause between emotion and action.

Reflect

  • What kind of irritation most quickly controls my words?
  • What could one Spirit-led pause change this week?

Practise

Use a three-step pause: notice the emotion, pray briefly, choose a response that honours the other person.

Pray

Holy Spirit, help me govern my words and actions with Your grace.

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