Tomorrow is Not Promised

Tomorrow is Not Promised.

Dear brethren, one way to overcome procrastination and stagnation in our lives is the understanding that, "Tomorrow is Not Promised".

The truth is, tomorrow is never guaranteed. 

Jesus Himself taught us not to worry about tomorrow, for today has enough, matters, issues and troubles of its own, Matthew 6:34 KJV,

"Take therefore no thought for the morrow: 

for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof."

We often put off the important things meant to be done Today, telling ourselves, "I will do it tomorrow".

We think we have all the time in the world, but the reality is that tomorrow is not promised to any of us.

Instead of procrastinating and stagnating, let's embrace the urgency of today. 

•Be kind to someone today. 

•Do a good deed today. 

•Reach out to that neighbor you've been meaning to visit. 

•Don't wait for a tomorrow that may never come.

The time to live fully is now. 

Tomorrow is not promised, so let's make the most of the precious present. 

Tomorrow is not promised. 

But today is. 

So let us make Today count.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

The Warrior Within Us

THE HIDDEN WARRIOR WITHIN US:

Dear brethren, deep within each of us, there lies a spark of courage that often goes unnoticed. 

We may not always see ourselves as brave, but the truth is, just by facing the challenges of daily life, we are displaying a warrior's spirit.

A Greek Philosopher once said,

 

"Sometimes even to live is an act of courage."

This statement reminds us that the simple act of getting up each day and navigating the complexities of our lives is a testament to the strength that resides within us. The hidden courage within us.

Sometimes I look back on my life and wonder, "How did I make ???"

The Bible echoes this sentiment in Judges 6:12 KJV, where the angel of the Lord appears to Gideon, declaring, 

"....The Lord is with thee, thou mighty man of valour."

This verse reminds us that God sees the "Hidden Warrior Within Us", even when we fail to recognize it ourselves.

So, the next time you find yourself doubting your own courage, remember that you are a "Warrior Within".

There is a spirit in you that has fought and won many life battles that people don't know and they may never know.

Truly speaking: "Sometimes even to live is an act of courage".

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

When Temptations Call Your Name

WHEN TEMPTATIONS CALL YOUR NAME:

When temptations softly whisper, calling out your sweet name,  

Remember, my son, my daughter, it’s a cunning game.  

With sweetness that entices, they promise joy and fame,  

But beneath their charming faces are hearts full of mischief.  

Sin is deceptive, wearing masks so colourful,  

It lures you in with pleasure, then torment you with pain.  

Secretly and forcefully, it pulls your soul away,  

Like a thief in the shadows, it seeks to steal and destroy.  

Though it may taste sweet, like fruits from the vine,  

Know that its poison can paralyze any destiny. 

Choose the path of virtue, let integrity be your guide,  

For true strength and freedom come from within your inside.  

So, when temptations call and try to lead you astray,  

Hold tight to your values, and let discretion light your path.  

With courage, you’ll rise above the temptations of sin,  

For in choosing what’s right, you’ll stand tall and proud. 

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Stolen Waters

THE LURE OF STOLEN WATERS. 

Proverbs 9:17-18 NIV

“Stolen water is sweet;

food eaten in secret is delicious!” 

But little do they know that the dead are there, 

that her guests are deep in the realm of the dead.

My dear son, heed this warning with care,

For the "stolen waters" hold perils to beware.

Though tempting and sweet, they may taste so divine,

The price you must pay, all the gold of Solomon can't pay. 

Stolen pleasures may seem so alluring,

But the price you must pay, is beyond enduring.

Turn away, my son, from this dangerous snare,

Embrace what is pure, let wisdom be your care.

Stolen waters though sweet, hold a bitter surprise,

That will cost you far more than you'd ever afford.

Secret food though delicious, the price tag is too high for the wise.

Grilled and eaten in the cover of darkness, only fools call it a thrill. 

Be wise my son, drill for your own drink.

Grill your own food, for a real thrill without threat.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Time and Patience: Most Powerful Warriors.

Time and Patience:

Beloved brethren, today, I want us to unpack a wise statement from a renown philosopher who said,

"The two most powerful warriors are patience and time."

The Bible confirms this in Hebrews 6:15 KJV,

"And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise"

No matter how challenging the odds may be, if we arm ourselves with the virtue of patience and march on with time, there is no battle we cannot win. 

These two warriors are simple and powerful.

With these two champions by our side, our spirits will be strengthened, and we will eventually emerge victorious.

Every hero in history, needed time and patience. 

It's your turn.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Discovering The Angel In A Wife

Discovering The Angel In A Wife:

Beloved brethren, today I want us to unpack a phrase I encountered from a preacher recently. 

The preacher said:

"If a man want his wife to be an angel, he must first create a heaven for her because angels don't live in hell."

The preacher was basically telling us, to have a wife as an angel, a husband must first create a heavenly home for her.

A marriage can only flourish when the husband tenderly cultivates an atmosphere of love, peace, and joy for his wife. 

When a man seek to make his wife feel loved, valued and cherished, she is empowered to soar in her role as his suitable helpmate and sweet companion.

The Bible in Ephesians 5:25 KJV, instructs husbands to:

"love their wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it". 

Just as Christ did for the Church He loved, a husband must be willing to lay down his own desires to ensure his wife's emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. 

A husband who creates a haven of comfort, security, and spiritual nourishment in the home allows his wife to blossom and fulfill her divine purpose. 

When she is surrounded by his tender care, she is freed to be the virtuous, gracious "angel" that blesses not only her husband, but all those whose lives she touches.

May each husband strive to make his home a little piece of heaven on earth.

That way, each wife will be "The Angel" she was created to be.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Rita Marley

Alfarita Constantia "Rita" Marley OJ OD is a Cuban born Jamaican singer-songwriter and entrepreneur. She is the widow of reggae legend Bob Marley. Along with Marcia Griffiths and Judy Mowatt, Rita was a member of the reggae vocal group the I Threes, the backing vocalists for Bob Marley and the Wailers.