Reflections of A Black Christian Woman

I have realized, for some people, success means bruising others along the way. It means pushing others to support our initiatives, then folding our arms and not putting any effort when others need support. This sounds like the survival of the fittest theory. But this doesn't work in Christianity because we are counseled to not do anything for our  own good. I'm also learning people aren't always honest, for the sake of buying face. People will agree with a particular decision and then go around complaining. That's not it. This life requires us to be truthful - even if it means opposition. Personally, I'm in a space when I need to be honest with those around me. I speak when I see someone is being teared down. I cannot keep silent. I believe WHOLEHEARTEDLY in supporting others-especially when you are stepping off a particular position. Life is not a competition. If it means supporting a leader to the point of them serving more excellently through prayer, resources an...

Haha, I know I'm late but it's still early days. Well, April has been busy. It opened with us spending the Sabbath with my two nieces, whom we haven't seen for over six months and my nephew going to church for the first time.  This week also meant taking care of 3 kiddies: 4 y.o niece, 2 y.o niece and a 10 months old busy boy. In retrospect I've really loved the experience (even though nappy change is my least favourite task 😂). I've gotten tolerant though and I really thank God. God has placed my need to pray more for others and extend the journey to others: So Prayer Connects has been founded and through God's grace, we'll continue till the end of the year.  Overall, I'm thankful. I  had an amazing Sabbath - blessed by the music, message and fellowship.  (The culprit whose responsible for my changing nappies 😉)

 The first term was quite something - challenging and exhausting. Work really took its toll on me. I've had to go to work even on Sunday to submit my plans because during the week, it'd get really hectic. I'd even be drowsy at church as I wasn't getting enough rest; and having to teach on Sabbath too was overwhelming me - but mostly being  a Children's Ministry Co-ordinator. It just dawned me that I wasn't going to manage because I have a lot on my plate this year. So after prayerful consideration, I decided to step down from the post. And its felt refreshing to not have classes morning and afternoon and head a department. The pastor suggested I get an assistant but I refused. Another reason for stepping down was my burden to for doing house visits. It honestly felt like I was stuck at church. Plus that's the only opening I have. Thankfully, we've manage to do about 4 house visits. Thankfully God has made a lee way. I now play the role of an assistant an...