Thursday Testimonies

 I believe in the power of personal testimonies wholeheartedly. They are a way of strengthening each other in this life journey.

1. Today I was reflecting. This time last year I lost my colleague. She left the faith and joined spiritualism. My heart was so broken because I had grown to love her. She was the one who welcomed me and guided me in my work. She had become a sister and she was still new in the faith. After a series of unfortunate events in her life in year 2020, she decided to leave the faith and eventually leave work as her new found faith was not in congruence with the school mission and vision. I still mourn her loss.

This meant we didn't have a replacement for some time. A teacher came and left due to unforeseen events. This really left me uncertain as the work was weighing on me. And as we continued praying for a teacher who'd fit in the puzzle, we had to wait a while. But a month later, God answered.

I've found so much more. I've found an older sister, prayer partner, confidant and someone who really inspires me. There's nothing as amazing as having someone you can learn from and someone who's so open to learning and who you can run ideas to.

And because of my colleagues' presence I've seen such a rise in the standard of our kids and in our own work ethic. We finish tasks in time and we are able to support each other. Basically, I'm not stressed about work. Yes, it's taxing but knowing I have someone who works as hard is pleasing. I'm forever grateful for that.

2. I'm grateful for character development and growing into my own person

I've been praying for a spirit of service and to be a support system to others. And I'm just thankful for opportunities to serve and a heart that is always willing. This is not self-praise, but to acknowledge how God answers us when we seek to bear good fruits. 

I was one person who lived in a cocoon and was too reserved for my own good. I lived in my head way too much and often than not, I lived an empty life. But I've realized, the more I look outside of myself, and seek to serve, that's when I'm the happiest. I'm at a point where I really want to do things behind-the-scenes - speak less and do more. I'm aware now that the greatest influence is not necessarily when you are doing public ministry (speaking engagements etc.), but it's also in the humblest work.

I'm also happy that I'm growing into my own person. I no longer go to places like emgidini and funerals because my mom will be there but I sincerely find joy in being there for others, finding out how they are and knowing that I've made someone happy fills me with the greatest joy. 

I think that one thing I appreciate about adulthood and growing in Christ is  reaching a point where you carry out your convictions even if friends are not there to join you. And knowing God is with you is comforting enough.

God is faithful and everything  we desire is only a prayer away. I really want to encourage you friend to not grow weary of praying. There are so many answered prayers I've seen in my life that I'm still overwhelmed and I still need to process them.

I really hope for more time to delve deeply.

God bless. I'd like to hear your own testimonies and how God has come through for you today, this week or even throughout the year.