Spirituality Testing At Home

IF YOU THINK YOU ARE SPIRITUAL, TRY SPENDING SEVEN FULL DAYS WITH YOUR FAMILY

Sometimes we think spirituality is measured by how long we can pray, how many scriptures we can quote, how beautifully we can preach, or how peacefully we behave in church.

But try spending seven full days with your family—without escaping into the office, church, meetings, ministry, or your phone—and you may discover another dimension of spirituality!

You will understand why sometimes mothers shout at their children.

You will understand why a mother who has patiently answered the same question ten times may suddenly say, “Enough!”

You will understand why your patience can fluctuate from 100% to below 10% when you are tired, hungry, overwhelmed, or dealing with the same family issues repeatedly.

You will discover that family is one of God's greatest classrooms for developing patience, love, humility, forgiveness and self-control.

It is easy to look spiritual when everything is quiet and everyone is behaving.

The real test comes when someone spills something you just cleaned, a child refuses to listen, your spouse misunderstands you, or everyone needs your attention at the same time!

That is where character is tested.

The Bible says:

“Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.”
— 1 Corinthians 13:7 (KJV)

Your family may sometimes test your patience—but they can also become God's instruments for building your character.

So, before judging a mother who raised her voice, or a father whose patience ran thin, remember: you may not know the weight they have been carrying all day.

And perhaps the greatest evidence of spirituality is not how we behave before people who admire us, but how we love and treat the people who live closest to us.

Stay spiritual at home too! ❤️

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Ordained To Serve

ORDAINED NOT FOR OURSELVES, BUT FOR THE PEOPLE OF GOD.

Jesus called His disciples to be with Him and then to serve others. 

He did not call them merely to occupy positions, receive titles, or enjoy privileges. 

He called them into a life of service, sacrifice, love and spiritual responsibility.

Jesus Himself demonstrated this perfectly. Though He was Lord and Master, He became the Chief Servant among His disciples. 

He taught them that true greatness in the Kingdom is measured not by how many people serve us, but by how faithfully we serve others.

“For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.”

— Mark 10:45 (KJV)

Pastoral ordination, therefore, is not a promotion into privilege; it is a commission into service.

We are ordained for the people of God—to feed the flock, teach the Word, strengthen the weak, encourage the discouraged, seek the lost, pray for the people, provide godly leadership, and faithfully point them to Christ.

A shepherd does not exist for the sheep to serve him; the shepherd exists to care for the sheep.

May God help every pastor, minister and spiritual leader to remember that the mantle we carry is not primarily a badge of honour, but a responsibility to serve God's people with humility, integrity and love.

We are ordained not for ourselves, but for the people of God.

“And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.”

— Jeremiah 3:15 (KJV)

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

Vision Without Action Is A Daydream

VISION WITHOUT ACTION IS A DAYDREAM

There is a Japanese proverb that says:

“Vision without action is a daydream; action without a vision is a nightmare.”

A vision gives us direction, but action gives that vision movement.

It is not enough to dream about a better future, talk about great possibilities, or make beautiful plans. At some point, we must rise, step out in faith, and do something about what we see.

At the same time, action without vision can leave us busy but directionless. We may run fast, work hard, and accomplish much—yet arrive at a destination we never intended to reach.

God expects us to combine vision with action, faith with works, and prayer with obedience.

The Bible says:

“For as the body without the spirit VISION WITHOUT ACTION IS A DAYDREAM

There is a Japanese proverb that says:

«“Vision without action is a daydream; action without a vision is a nightmare.”»

A vision gives us direction, but action gives that vision movement.

It is not enough to dream about a better future, talk about great possibilities, or make beautiful plans. At some point, we must rise, step out in faith, and do something about what we see.

At the same time, action without vision can leave us busy but directionless. We may run fast, work hard, and accomplish much—yet arrive at a destination we never intended to reach.

God expects us to combine vision with action, faith with works, and prayer with obedience.

The Bible says:

“For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.”

— James 2:26 (KJV)

Therefore, dream boldly, see clearly, pray sincerely, plan wisely, and act courageously.

Your vision is  dead, so faith without works is dead also.”

— James 2:26 (KJV)

Therefore, dream boldly, see clearly, pray sincerely, plan wisely, and act courageously.

Your vision is the picture of where you want to go.

Your action is the bridge that takes you there.

Don't merely dream about tomorrow—take action today!

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

RIGHT AND TRUTH.

HOLD ON TO WHAT IS TRUE AND RIGHT: FOR THEREIN YOU FIND SAFETY

We are living in dangerous and confusing times when truth is often treated as an inconvenience, righteousness as weakness, and deception as a strategy for success.

In almost every sphere of life, we encounter voices encouraging people to compromise their values, manipulate others, bend the truth, and do whatever it takes to get ahead.

But deception may provide temporary advantage; it can never guarantee lasting honour, peace, or safety.

When the world around you chooses falsehood, choose truth.

When others compromise their convictions, stand for what is right.

When deception appears to be the easier path, hold firmly to integrity.

The safest place is not always where there is the greatest applause, wealth, or influence. Sometimes, the safest place is simply standing on the truth and walking in righteousness before God.

The Bible says:

“He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.”

— Psalm 15:2 KJV

Truth may not always be popular.

Integrity may not always be profitable immediately.

Doing what is right may sometimes cost you opportunities.

But never forget: what is built on truth can stand; what is built on deception will eventually collapse.

Hold on to what is true.

Hold on to what is right.

Hold on to your integrity.

For therein you find safety.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

New Book

BE THE LIGHT.

DON'T COMPETE FOR THE LIGHT: BE THE LIGHT.

Sometimes we find ourselves competing and striving for the very thing we were created to offer and distribute to others.

We compete for recognition, attention, influence, opportunities, positions and visibility—forgetting that God did not call us to fight for the light. He called us to carry the light.

Jesus said:

“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”

— Matthew 5:14 (KJV)

Light does not compete with darkness.

Light simply shines.

A candle does not struggle to prove that it is brighter than another candle. When it is lit, it gives light.

Likewise, you don't need to compete with another person's calling, success, ministry, gift, influence or opportunity. What God has placed inside you is meant to bless, illuminate, inspire and empower others.

Instead of asking, “How can I become greater than them?” ask:

“How can my light help someone else see?”

The world does not need another competitor for the spotlight.

The world needs people who are willing to shine.

Don't compete for the light.

BE THE LIGHT.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)

PREACH WITH ACTIONS MORE THAN WORDS.

PREACH WITH ACTIONS MORE THAN WORDS. 

One of the most popular sayings attributed to Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us that our lives can speak louder than our words.

“Preach the Gospel at All Times; When Necessary, Use Words.”

As Christians, we are not called merely to talk about Christ—we are called to live Christ.

Our kindness can preach.

Our integrity can preach.

Our forgiveness can preach.

Our humility can preach.

Our faithfulness can preach.

Our love can preach.

People may not always remember what we said, but they will often remember how we treated them.

Jesus said:

“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”

— Matthew 5:14 (KJV)

Let your life become a living testimony of the Gospel. 

Let people encounter the love, character, compassion and truth of Christ through the way you live.

Preach the Gospel with your words when necessary—but preach it every day with your life.

May our lives be sermons that point people to Jesus Christ.

Boniface Amani Gichina (CPM)