The Stranger in the Rain

I found myself stranded in the rain a few weeks ago, in the middle of a strong thunderstorm. I felt so vulnerable and alone, screamed at one point in fear of a lighting that hit right before me. Just when my tears were about to roll down; a kind stranger stopped in her car and asked while opening her window and moving her bags from the passenger seat: “what are you doing walking in this rain?” The feeling of being overwhelmed and relief, coupled by my fear, brought about a once in a lifetime experience.


I stepped into her car, she asked if I was okay, I thanked her for stopping. All she ever spoke about was me and my wellbeing, and in every response I gave I was grateful. She showed so much concern; the kind one rarely gets to get in life- I felt so safe. She would have done too much already by just dropping me off at the entrance of my complex; but she saw it fit to drop me at my doorstep

I realised when she drove away that I didn’t get this kind-hearted woman’s name, let alone exchange numbers. I got into the house and lay on my bed in amazement of such an experience, and I praised God for using her.

Nowadays I feel so obligated (in a good way) to show gratitude especially to strangers, because I do not know if it might be the stranger in the rain. I smile at them not only to show kindness, but because I remember the stranger in the rain when I see the few features I remember about her- her hairstyle, and height.

I never got to say “thank you” properly, but perhaps that is God’s plan for me. I’ll never get to show her my gratitude, but because she was a blessing to me; I hope to be a blessing to others and show them acts of kindness. It might not be giving a lift to a stranger in the middle of the night; but it has helped me realise that not all strangers in the night are bad people, some are actually meant to be there to save us; and therefore I will do my best to bless others.

I’m eternally grateful to the stranger in the rain

The benefits of having a relationship with God

Having a relationship with God gives you a hiding place when the world seems to be agianst you, it keeps you sane when it feels like the load is too much to handle. It puts a smile on your face when the world assumes you’re going through the worst experience any human being could go through. It gives you hope for a better tomorrow, it allows you to practice faith in something you do not have to understand or justify. It lets you speak your thoughts at anytime without waiting for availability.


God is a friend you can always rely on, He never disappoints- even when He does not answer our prayers. You need not pretend with Him, for He wants you as you are; weak, broke, weird, stupid, useless, inferior, insignificant, shy, and anything else you can think of.

I do not know what you might be going through in your life right now, but I can personally tell you that there is joy in allowing Him to be at all times. Try Him if you haven’t yet established a relationship with Him; speak to Him, tell Him your worries and all your joys- see if He won’t listen. The world has so much to offer, but it all comes at a price; so why not take God up on His offer of eternal life that comes freely? There really is life after this, but it starts here. Do not compromise guys, serve Him and be faithful to Him- for the benefits of having a relationship with God are better than any other relationship the world can offer.

Our response to tests

Why are we so quick to give in when things don’t go our away? Why do we allow the devil to take away our joy when minor disruptions come our way?


It’s so sad how we respond to trials and adversities, I cannot even begin to imagine how much more sad God becomes when we make earthly problems bigger than Him instead of telling our problems how big our Lord is. The test of our faith leaves us with no faith, forgetting that the Lord said such would happen but we should rejoice in Him for they are signs of greater things to come. We refuse to take God for His word, let alone put Him to the test.

His promises are true, He never fails or dissapoints. If we could just once take Him for His word; when troubles come, let us face them boldly and be confident that He is in control. But He will only do so if we invite Him and give Him full control. The Lord is waiting to cater to all our needs, only at our invitation, complimented by our faith. Why suffer when we have such a solid rock to run to? Why run to the world (the source of our troubles), when we can run to Him?

Next time a problem comes your way; do not be afraid, and never doubt your Master for He lives and will deliver you from every situation. Love Him through bad and good times; praise Him through bad and good times. Seek His face, and seek His wisdom at all times. Never allow a speck of doubt to cloud your faith, for that is the devil’s gateway. Smile at the storm and stand firm in your faith, for the Lord sees your every tear and knows your every trouble.

♫ Keeping a song in the heart ♫

Sometimes in life we become so clouded by pain, we find ourselves drowning in sorrow, so much that even prayer or a chat with a friend is not an option. We want to express how we feel, yet we are so angry because we do not understand why “we are going through such tribulations”, “why won’t the pain go away”, “what have we done to deserve all this?”


I have found that keeping a song in my heart brings so much healing to my soul in times of undescribable pain. Because there is a song for almost every emotion; when life throws it’s hardest blows at me, with tears in my eyes and a shaky voivce; I will praise the Lord or lay my complains at His feet- for I know the morning will come and He will release the breakthrough for me.

When a loved one is in pain and I find no words of comfort for them; when there is no explanation good enough for their pain, and my presence seems to not make a difference; I sing a song in my heart and ask the Lord to come through for me.

There is power in a song. The power comes not only from the beats or rhythm of the song (for at times we get those wrong, or those of us wh are vocally wounded make it unbearable to listen); but from the picture that comes to mind when a song of victory is sang, from the release of spiritual chains that had one bound; more so from the reassurance of the mighy words in a song.

Though we walk and stumble along the way, though the devil may try to take our hope and shatter our dreams; he cannot steal our song... for it is kept in the heart.


N.M. Mbinga

A new Covenant

So many things have happened in the past few weeks; I have faced so many challenges and the devil almost had me where he wanted to place me. But little did He know that the Lord was on my side; even at times when I lost all hope and forgot all about my faith, I somehow still had the strength to make it through-how great is the Lord?
One of the biggest challenges was when my relationship with someone who had been my best friend for more than a decade told me what I had to offer as a friend was not good enough- it was hard, I felt it was a blow below the belt because in my eyes I had given the relationship the best I could give.
The Lord never left me though, for I still heard the still small voice from afar; the voice that whispered sweet words of courage and promises in my ear. The Lord never left my side, nor did He take away His promises; but I once more allowed humanity to take control over divinity. I was so troubled and worried, my faith was clouded by doubt. But my father’s grace was always upon me, His promises still held true and His word never changed.
I love the Lord, and I have made a covenant with Him again. My heart is willing, and I place my hope and faith at His feet. I ask of Him to guide me, to keep me strong. To shelter me with His love and instil in me the character of Christ and the seed of Spiritual growth. I know He never left me, and I return to Him to have Him fill my cup once more.

A positive Spiritual attitude

Philippians 2:5-8 “Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death— even death on a cross!”
A positive Spiritual attitude is joyful to God for Christ is light, and in him is no darkness at all. It looks toward the light. It speaks the praise of God and makes others happy. Doing this work will strengthen the best atitude. Throw the windows of the soul wide open heavenward, and let the sunshine of Christ’s righteousness in. Morning, noon, and night your heart may be filled with the bright rays of heaven’s light.”As a Christian I have much to praise God for.Whatever my struggles, whatever my fears, whatever my pains, whatever my losses and disappointments, I have much to be thankful to God. No matter what my immediate situation is, I still have the hope and promise of eternal life in Jesus, the hope and promise that “there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away” (Rev. 21:4). That alone, if nothing else, gives me reasons to praise.
Before we can praise in sincerity, we need to have personally experienced the goodness of the Lord. We need to know for ourselves the reality of God and the reality of God’s love for us as individuals. This is something the Lord will do for anyone and everyone who is open to His leading. It is only our stubborn hearts and carnal natures that keep us from knowing for ourselves the goodness and love of God. And once we come to know that goodness and that love, how could we help but praise the Lord?

Let us learn to live more and more in an attitude of praise and thanksgiving to the Lord, despite whatever trials and sufferings we face

reason,season, or lifetime?

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. When you know which one it is; you will know what to do for that person.

When someone is in your life for a REASON; it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, or provide some guidance and support; to aid you physically, emotionally, or spiritually. They are there for the reason you need them to be; whatever it may be. Sometimes, without any wrongdoing; the relationship might come to an end. They may die, or maybe just walk away, sometimes the things they do may cause you to take the stand.You need not despair; for your need has been met- be it pleasantly, or not. Your desires might be fulfilled- then their work is done.

When people come in to your life for a SEASON; your turn has come to share, grow, and learn. The experience might make you laugh, bring you peace, or leave you in pain. You could learn something new, and the joy that comes at such times is so unbelievable- for it's only for a SEASON. Try not to doubt; if it's for a SEASON, it might feel real- because it's real.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons, you build a solid foundation to have solid relationships. Yours is to accept the lesson! Love them, and put what you have learned to use in every other relationship, and area of your life.

Remember: "love is blind; friendship is calirvoyant."