WORDS OF HOPE

If there's one activity that has become an everyday thing; it is recommendation. We recommend drugs, food, hospitals, restaurants, and even people. It always starts with an experience and then it proceeds to acceptance. If one person praises something, it causes other people to also try it out; finally if it's true then it becomes accepted. So here's my recommendations to you; God first in all issues, believe  and appreciate yourself, never doubt what you are good at, be good to people but don't try to please them, let your happiness depend on you and above all cherish every moment of your life. 

I once told a friend of mine that he had amnesia because he couldn't remember the good things he had done for me. I hold the memories he has forgotten so I would forever be grateful. It's either most people have amnesia or they easily forget. How long has God existed? How many things have you heard God do? Which of them is beyond your understanding? Do you think His power is failing? Do you think He can ever be replaced? When you forget his greatness then all would be lost, just don't forget that he can and will; in His own time.

A wise woman once told me that,the end counts but make  sure your journey doesn't hurt others while you think of only the end.Everyone wants the best there is to get, we all deserve to enjoy life but as you try to achieve them, don't be greedy and selfish. You have the right to get all you need and want but know where that right ends; don't infringe on other people's rights.

The initial steps of every journey. Do you remember your days in KG? What of your first day at work? How about the first day of marriage? And the first money you dropped in your savings box? Those initial periods are filled with such immense enthuse but half way through, we grow weary. You get tired and you don't think you can move on; most people start the journey but never complete it. The Christian journey is a bitter sweet one, once you start it; you would have so much confidence and get support from others. The problem is somewhere along the journey, weariness would await, enemies would attack, friends would disappear and hope would be beyond reach. This is when you need to remember the initial step, you should know that you took those steps for a reason. It's the end that counts so make yourself proud by holding on till the end of the journey.

Life is all about waiting. When you have a job interview, there's a need to wait. When you need a court judgement; there's a need to wait. You await exams results. She wouldn't just say yes to a marriage proposal; you would have to wait. When cooking, there's time to wait for it to be ready. Basically an aspect of life is about waiting, so why can't you wait for God to make his move. God has a time for everything, nine months for a baby, 356 days for a year, 7 days for a week, 24 hours for a day and 60 for both minutes and seconds; doesn't that say a lot about God's own time. Time doesn't adhered to anyone but God so relax, it's not too late; after all, he made time.

Can you forgive me? People always ask that question. The reply could be, I can't or I would but I can't forget it. What does it take to forgive someone? A lot. Some people can choose to over look crimes committed against them so they need not forgive; such people have gotten use to the crimes so they luck a heart to forgive. Father Lord, please forgive me of my crimes; I've said that a lot of times and yet I keep on  committing them. Hasn't God grown weary of our cries for forgiveness? I can't tell but I know that till the grace period is over, he would forgive. If you regret your actions and return to him, just like the prodigal son; you would be accepted again.

A baby develops in an amniotic fluid, getting all it needs through the umbilical cord; it comes out when it is old enough to embrace the support of the outside world. Man lives on earth, getting everything from it but when man moves out of it, he has to fend for himself. When you are under the shield of God, he provides all you need but when you leave  his care; like a man in space, you would have to provide for yourself. It's always safer to be under his care since you don't even know what would happen in the next second.

Let's be truthful, if we were to be punished for our sins; most of us wouldn't live to tell our experience. From the rules we've broken in schools, workplace, church, community etc. to the commandments in the bible.  We won't survive and yet here we are today; living. Blood of animals couldn't cleanse us of our sins neither can fines and jail sentence so one man was sacrificed. He paid the price we couldn't. He knew the outcome of creating humanity and yet he made us. Don't let the sacrifice be in vain.

By His stripes are we healed. For a person to get cured of a disease, it has to be diagnosed before a drug is prescribed for the person. What if there is no cure? The person would have to wait till there is a cure, and till then; the doctors would try their best to keep the person alive. By his stripes are we healed. He took those stripes over  two thousand years ago and still it  heals. To receive this healing you need to ask and believe. I have been healed of so many things, give it a try. God still heals.

God Our Protector Psalm 91: 1-4 Whoever goes to the Lord for safety, whoever remains under the protection of the Almighty can say to him, " You are my defender and protector. You are my God, in you I trust." *He will keep you safe from all hidden dangers and from all deadly diseases*. He will cover you with his wings; you will be safe in his care; his faithfulness will protect  and defend you.

There once lived a king who was capable of doing everything for his people. His people always went to him with their problems but the king grieved. The people always told the king how big their problems were and how they couldn't solve it; they were tired of everything, so they said. The people knew that their king was capable of everything, he had the power and yet when they faced an issue they  praised their problems. From the beginning of time, he's being doing miracles, and we can all attest to that from our experiences. God grieves because we still hail our problems, belittling his power. Don't tell God how big your problem is, tell him you know that he can do it; you trust him to do it. Thank him that he has done it.

God's provisions are always greater than our problems. How many times have you been  starved? How many times have you had enough to eat? How many times have you shed tears? How many times have you smiled? A path was created in the red Sea. A man was brought back to life. The storm calmed and lastly dry bones came to life. I've realised that God's solutions are always greater than the problems. The problems never last long and the solutions are always beyond our expectations. We can rest assure that God has a solution to our problems.

Is it difficult to pretend? Maybe and maybe not. Some people just enjoy pretending. Why would anyone do that? I think some people look down upon themselves hence they view other people better than themselves. The truth is that the person you are trying to be is pretending to be someone else who is also not herself. In a way, most people are living a lie. So far, I've learnt that what matters is life and a healthy one at that. Pretending is quite unhealthy because it is basically a lie. What matters is that you are alive, you don't need to pretend to be someone. You are perfect; just the way you are.

Those days when we could go out anytime we wanted. We could hang out with friends at anytime. We made decisions without fear but now....we've got little time and yet many things to do. Every second counts, don't be too serious; do things that make you happy. Stop worrying and appreciate every second you have left. It's not too late, We would get through this together.

When alone, you are a kid. You could be the eldest child, the father, the owner of the company, the pastor, the busiest person, etc. Believe me, you hold a position only when you are with people, because when you are all by yourself you are that kid that never grew up. You reflect on those childhood memories; those  happy carefree times. It's only things around you that have changed, deep down that innocent kid still exists.

Some people just need an ear. They've gone through a lot, they've heard a lot and they've seen a lot. Unfortunately these people bottle it all up and don't want to share. Sometimes the burden gets heavy, that's when they need an ear to listen to them. You may not have the right words to comfort the person but make time to listen. That's how some people find relief.

Do you ever wish to change something in your past? Do you think if you change the past, there would be a difference? In the world of movies, time machines are possible; so people can travel to the past. But time doesn't move backwards, it moves forward  so you can't change the past. You can't  undo the things you regret but you have another chance to make things right. Luckily, you can make things right in the future; starting from today.

Encourage someone. Some news just kill your soul, they weaken you and you feel lost. Encourage someone, you would realise that you are indirectly talking to yourself. Tell somebody that it would be alright, all is not lost. We can get through it if we encourage each other. If we have each other; that's hope.

As a kid I enjoyed watching horror movies. After watching them I sometimes had nightmares or couldn't walk  alone, and yet I kept watching them whenever I had the chance. Of course some horror movies were scarier than others but I just didn't harbour enough fear to stop watching them. Fear is part of our being, and it's not a crime to be afraid but  it shouldn't become a hindrance. Don't hold onto fear, it would only weaken you. If you can't face it, turn your back and gather enough courage and then try again.

Why does it take nine months for a baby to form? Two years and a few months for an elephant to develop? And just twenty-eight days for an egg to develop. Can an egg be compared to an elephant? You tell me. We ain't the same so we can't make it at the same time. Time matters and varies. It's patience that you need, it would work out perfectly fine.