Truth Memoirs

LIFE LESSON: Prayer is not a means to satisfy my personal desires; rather, it is to align with divine providence. In a recent discussion with a friend who attends a denominational church, he expressed that God fulfills all his prayers. Upon further exploration, it became apparent that he perceived God as a granter of his desires. This perspective contrasts with my experience in the Kingdom of God, where my prayers are also answered, but the responses are YES, NO or NOT NOW.. My prayers are not always met with a "YES." The Creator comprehends that my human desires alone, without his divine guidance, will never lead me to true fulfillment (Proverbs 27:20) . God prioritizes intimacy with me but some of my desires, unbeknownst to me, could hinder that intimate relationship (Luke 17:22) . I was invited into the Kingdom of God to become a vessel through which His plans on earth are realized. However, living solely for human desires prevents me from being who he has created me to be

LIFE LESSON: The journey to true destiny begins when the balancing scales of life tip too heavily towards the intangible realm of spirituality, rather than the tangible and practical aspects of life. When I started my journey of faith, some in my social circles accused me of being too spiritual, urging me to seek a balance between spirituality and worldly concerns. This view persisted even when I sought guidance from experienced fellow travelers on my faith journey, leaving me discouraged and questioning my path.Despite all my efforts I found balancing the spiritual and natural realms inherently incompatible. However, I later discovered a profound truth that shifted my perspective. Rather than being an obstacle, being excessively spiritual is precisely the imbalance required for alignment with the God of the Bible. Pursuing a balance between my natural and spiritual realities hinders my progress toward God's plans. True closeness to God demands the replacement of selfish desires ro

LIFE LESSON: Goodness is attained through personal efforts, while righteousness is a gift that cannot not be attained through self effort Throughout my life, goodness has always been my goal, I've always endeavored to be a good person, both as a citizen and as defined by societal standards. I believed this would suffice in securing my standing with the God of the Bible. However, as I embarked on my faith journey, I discovered that being right with God requires more than just being a "good" person. Before I began my faith journey, I considered myself a good individual. But after delving into the Scriptures, it became evident that my goodness or societal recognition had no bearing on my relationship with God. According to Matthew 6:33 TPT , the only place I can be right with God is in his Kingdom, therefore I had to accept the invitation into the Kingdom of God. To achieve personal goodness required significant self-effort, but being right with the God of the Bible cannot b

LIFE LESSON: True love does not compromise, it seeks to influence towards the truth In matters of social issues, my stance has always been that compromising my values to accommodate diverse viewpoints is a testament of true love. Popular culture endorses this view, but it misaligns with the principles of the Kingdom of God. Within the Kingdom of God, patience and kindness towards individuals holding opposing views on social issues are encouraged as expressions of love (1 Corinthians 13:4; Luke 6:35) . However, demonstrating love also involves upholding the truth found in the Bible, rather than partaking in actions that undermine my moral standing before God (1 Corinthians 13:6) . Therefore, my approach in demonstrating true love to individuals with differing social views will be to consistently exhibit patience and kindness. However, I will refrain from compromising the truth by celebrating actions that contradict the biblical teachings. Instead, I will steadfastly stand on the truth o

LIFE LESSON; Comprehending the nature of God goes beyond mere knowledge of church rituals; it begins with genuine understanding of His kingdom During my upbringing in a denominational church, I observed and admired individuals who possessed a profound comprehension of the religious rituals. I admired them because I presumed that God favored churchgoers well-versed in these rituals. However, I have since realized that God seeks a deeper familiarity with His Kingdom rather than mere church rituals. As a believer it is crucial for me to understand the Kingdom of God, for it is within this realm that my true freedom lies (Luke 22:16). My soul is innately inclined to oppose God's will, it therefore requires healing to find acceptance in His sight. This healing can only be attained within the Kingdom of God (Luke 10:9) . The Kingdom of God, as mentioned in Corinthians 4:28 , serves as a means to manifest God's power on earth. By prioritizing knowledge of the Kingdom over church rit

LIFE LESSON: Unyielding obedience stands as the cornerstone upon which the true vessel is built. Throughout my formative years, I clung steadfastly to the belief that unwavering devotion to family was a testament to my love for God. However, as my spiritual journey unfolded and my understanding deepened, I came to realize that this notion deviated from the fundamental principles of the Kingdom of God. The true path to expressing my love for the biblical God, as revealed in the Gospel of John (14:15), lies in adhering to his commandments. Obedience to God's commandments serves as a profound affirmation of my love for him. It is not merely a superficial display of piety but a reflection of genuine knowledge and understanding of his divine nature. In his words Jesus said , "If anyone loves me, he will keep my commandments" (John 14:21). This understanding serves as a bridge, positioning me as a vessel through which God's will can be realized on Earth. By remaining pure a

Life lesson :  Viewing life on earth in light of eternity is crucial to experiencing true life Throughout my life, I have embraced the principle of "family first," rooted in my denominational church upbringing and aligned with African Spirituality. However, this principle clashes with the teachings of the Kingdom of God, which prioritize seeking the Kingdom above all else (Matthew 6:33). When I prioritized family, my focus drifted away from Christ. In contrast, the Kingdom of God emphasizes focusing on Christ as the central figure (1 Corinthians 15:47). This focus leads to daily communion with Christ, providing a perspective that views life through the lens of eternity (2 Corinthians 4:17) and fostering an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship kindles a longing for the unseen and eternal, facilitating a spiritual awakening through Christ (Colossians 3:1). While the family unit is significant and encouraged in the Kingdom of God, prioritizing it above the Kingdom h

Life lesson: true transformation involves considering both the natural and spiritual realms. In this Easter holiday, I find myself drawn to a deeper reflection on its significance and its profound impact on my life. Over the years, this festive occasion has symbolized a time for relaxation and spending quality time with loved ones. However, this year, my introspection has led me to contemplate the tension between my personal process of transformation and the process orchestrated by God(of the Bible) Reflecting on my journey, I have come to realize that the path chosen by God for my transformation is not one I would have willingly selected.I have experienced a sequence of events that have progressively deteriorated from bad to worse ever since adopting the Kingdom of God as my guiding principle. These painful circumstances, which accompany my ardent pursuit of righteousness, are integral to God's transformative process. As the apostle Paul reminds me in 2 Timothy 3:12 (AMP), "I

Life lesson: Limiting my perspective to the seen realm, without taking into account the unseen realm, hinders a thorough comprehension of my true identity. Throughout my life, I have embraced my African identity as a core aspect of my self-understanding. This grounding in my African heritage aligns with the principles of African Spirituality, which affirm the significance of one's cultural roots. However, as I delve deeper into my spiritual journey, I have come to recognize a potential contradiction between this African identity and the principles of the Kingdom of God, which I have chosen to guide my life. The Kingdom of God, transcends the seen realm and encompasses the spiritual domain through which God fulfills his promises on earth. Anchoring my identity solely in the seen realm, represented by my African identity, may not lead to a comprehensive understanding of my true identity within the Kingdom of God. Embracing my identity in the Kingdom of God has ignited a genuine desir

Life lesson : What is deemed irrelevant has enabled me to comprehensively understand  the promised framework to live a meaningful life on earth. When I first embarked on a personal journey of reading the Bible on my own, I encountered challenges in understanding the Old Testament. I was almost tempted away from this journey by a popular belief that the Old Testament is no longer relevant, but I resisted the temptation despite my initial struggles with comprehension. This resistance enabled me to appreciate that the Old Testament forms a crucial part of God's promised framework for living on earth, which is fully revealed in the New Testament as the Kingdom of God  The Old Testament provides essential details about this revealed framework that is supposed to guide my life on earth as a child of God through religious rituals that point to God's promises and appropriate responses that positions me to inherit all that God has promised. These rituals offer insight into the activitie

While watching a telenovela recently, I noticed a scene where a character used anointed oil to pray for her troubled son. This incident reminded me of the common practice in many churches of selling anointed oils, holy water, and other products. It made me wonder if purchasing these items is all that is required to receive God's blessings, favor, and protection, why isn't everyone using them and why I wasn't participating in this practice?  My question stems from the impression created by those selling the anointed products which is that human beings are the source of the anointing and it can be purchased for personal benefit. However, the truth is that God is the source of anointing, and it is intended to manifest His glory rather than solely benefit individuals. The anointing is evidence of God's presence on Earth, it is activated to silence the voices of God’s enemies to amplify His voice. This process enables God to heal spiritual blindness and reveal the powerlessn

The Christian God is insecure this was the response of an expert in African Spirituality when asked why she left Christianity. She elaborated and said Africans who follow God of the Bible are denied the knowledge of their true identities because their God is so insecure that He commands them not to follow the god who is of their ancestors because he does not want to be shown to be insufficient by the god of the African ancestors.  I was initially offended by her remarks but truth be told at some point in my life I also believed this about God, I would not have used the strong language that she used but I was at some point aligned with this thinking especially when I did not get satisfactory answers from my denominational church on why are we not allowed to practice African Spirituality simultaneously with our Christian faith. While attempting to comprehend my current situation, characterized by a perpetual sense of adversity, I have come to recognize a significant disparity between th

A meme about a Chinese man and an American man using logic to find a way to cross between 2 hills and an African kneeling down to pray instead and he still fails to find a way,  paints a picture that seems to suggest that the continent of Africa is not developing at the same rate as the other continents because Africans seem to rely more on prayer instead of innovative thinking and logic.  Prior to commencing my spiritual journey, I would have concurred with this notion. However, my faith exploration has revealed numerous flaws in this portrayal. Reliance on prayer is a belief only prevalent in Africa The meme mistakenly suggests that relying on prayer is exclusively an African phenomenon. Contrary to this misconception, it is a global recognition of a higher power influencing the tangible realm. In Western nations, this recognition is evident in the growing popularity of New Age beliefs, which often draw inspiration from Eastern religious traditions. In some instances, New Age beliefs

Lent is a forty-day religous observance that commences on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Holy Thursday. It is a time of prayer, fasting, and giving, designed to prepare for the commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter. This and many other religious observances are taken with the utmost seriousness within the denominational church in which I was raised. Despite the gravity with which these rituals were upheld within my church and family, I myself never accorded them the same level of importance. This was primarily due to the fact that I did not see any meaningful transformation in the lives of those around me who actively participated in them. As a result, I never felt sufficiently motivated to partake in them myself. Moreover, I did not have enough  knowledge regarding their significance in my life, and I did not have the motivation to seek further clarification. However, when I embarked on my new journey within the Kingdom of God, I resolved to conduct thorough rese

Recently while watching a documentary, I was compelled to reevaluate my stance on people deemed visionaries, after a famous actor was labeled a visionary because he had achieved tremendous success in a movie that became a phenomenon. I have always admired trailblazers from all walks of life but my faith journey is now teaching me that material success alone does not define a true visionary. Visionaries are often credited with strong, original ideas for improving the future and they are identified in most cases through material success. However, my newfound understanding of the Kingdom of God reveals that true vision is a confirmation of God's declarations over one's life, reaffirming His protection and care. It serves as a guide toward genuine contentment, aligning one's path with His purpose. This led me to a conclusion that the source of human visions lies in spiritual beings. These beings mission is to shift human focus from the seen realm to the unseen realm, to manifes

A well-known biblical passage states, "Without a vision, my people perish." Initially, I interpreted this verse as a warning about the dangers of neglecting future planning. However, since accepting the invitation to join the Kingdom of God, I've realized its true meaning pertains to the consequences of planning for the future without divine guidance. In the Kingdom of God, a vision is a divine revelation from God that grants an extraordinary perspective into His divine plan for our lives. The Kingdom of God serves to fulfill God's agenda on Earth, and by accepting the invitation, I've consented to align myself with His purpose. This divine plan for my life aligns me with God's agenda on Earth, but it's beyond the reach of my natural senses. To discern God's voice and receive His guidance, I must undergo a spiritual transformation. This transformation is activated through obedience to His commandments, even when they challenge my understanding. As I co

Throughout my journey of life, my relationship with the Bible has been marked by skepticism. Before my spiritual awakening, I held the belief that the Bible was a tool used for Africa's colonization. As an African, this perception hindered my ability to view it as a credible source. Even after embarking on my faith journey, my doubts persisted due to instances where fellow Christians would quote Scriptures out of context to validate their perspectives, particularly when my actions did not align with their expectations. To me, the Bible seemed open to various interpretations and susceptible to being misinterpreted. The potential for its misuse for personal gain made it difficult for me to fully trust its contents. However, I have come to realize that the Bible is not a book that can be interpreted or misinterpreted at will; rather, it is a book of divine revelations.  Upon accepting the invitation to join God's Kingdom, I received His Spirit, granting me access to His mind. Howe

When a friend recently shared a meme in a WhatsAPP group where a Chinese man and an American man use logic to find a way to cross between 2 hills and an African kneels down to pray instead and he still fails to find a way. It brought back to me a question I have always thought about but never really attempted to find answers to: why people, especially Africans, seemed to be vulnerable to teachings about things that are not visible to the naked eye. I blamed the victims in these instances because I considered myself too sophisticated to fall for these teachings. As I embark on a journey of faith in an invisible being, I have come to realize that throughout history, African culture has steeped us in a deep appreciation for unseen forces, both benevolent and malevolent. This immersion has attuned our perception to the presence of a higher power beyond the tangible realm. While this sensitivity has made us receptive to learning about the unseen realm, it has also made us vulnerable to misc

Years ago, a well known person created a commotion by leaving a church in the middle of a service  in response to a sermon opposing same-sex unions. As a gay man, this individual took to social media to express his disapproval, igniting a public debate. One side supported the individual's actions, arguing that the church should embrace modern popular cultural norms. The other side defended the church's commitment to biblical teachings and condemned the individual's behavior. Fueled by emotions rather than a deep understanding of the Bible's significance and the church's role in my life, I passionately expressed my opinions. I aligned with those supporting the individual, believing the church needed to modernize its stance.  However, my perspective has since evolved. I now recognize the Bible as an exceptional book that reveals the Kingdom of God, providing guidance on God's plan for humanity and my responsibilities within it. It confirms the timeless teachings o

After being found guilty in the wake of a scandalous sports cheating controversy, a notable athlete attributed his actions to the influence of the devil. While many have dismissed this assertion as a disingenuous attempt to evade personal responsibility, it does raise a thought-provoking question regarding the true nature of one's adversaries. In my walk in the Kingdom of God, I have come to the understanding that the most formidable threat to my divinely ordained purpose does not reside in some distant, ethereal realm, but rather within myself. It lies in the potent desires that reside deep within the chambers of my heart. These desires persistently wage war against the guidance of the Holy Spirit, relentlessly battling against His divine direction. Fueled by spiritual blindness, they cause me to fixate my attention solely on the visible, temporal world, thereby hindering the growth of my faith and trust in Christ. Such desires manifest as an insatiable craving for miraculous inte

Long before I started my journey of faith I've always held the belief that I am created in the image of God. However, my walk in the Kingdom of God has revealed a profound truth that goes beyond this belief. Being an image of God is not an innate or automatic state; rather, it is a posture that requires conscious effort and spiritual cultivation. To truly embody the image of God means being a tangible representation of His divine nature and attributes. Throughout history, only one human has ever fully achieved this—our Lord Jesus Christ. By accepting His invitation into the Kingdom of God, I was given the opportunity to activate my capacity to regenerate and reflect God's image. It is a path that requires being right with God, living a lifestyle of gratitude for the gift of salvation, and a deep commitment to spiritual growth. Contrary to my previous understanding, being an image of God is not a default setting or something that can be achieved solely through my own strength. I

Recently I attended a funeral at the denominational church where I grew up. For the first time, I noticed the richness of its rituals, which rendered the funeral beautiful and dignified. Initially, doubts about my decision to leave the church surfaced. I felt a pang of sadness for what I was missing. However, upon reflection, I remembered that the invitation into the Kingdom of God promises a profound, light, and easy relationship. When I was still in the denominational church, I was captivated by religious rituals, perceiving them as wisdom. In reality, they held no power against my sinful inclinations and failed to make me honor God. These rituals perpetuated favoritism, prejudice, and snobbery, causing me to look down on other religious practices outside my church. While these rituals encouraged me to listen to God's Word, they did not motivate me to actively obey it. This  prevented me from delving deeper into the Kingdom's knowledge and keeping me fixated on its elementary

Throughout my life journey, the story of the Cross and its association with Jesus Christ's sacrifice for my sins has been a familiar narrative. However, as I delve deeper into my spiritual journey within the Kingdom of God, I have discovered a profound significance that extends beyond mere redemption. The Cross stands as a powerful symbol, highlighting the striking contrast between God's lofty standards and my human limitations. In His immense love, God allowed His beloved Son to endure the Cross, not only to atone for our sins but also to demonstrate unwavering alignment with divine thoughts and plans. From a human perspective, it may seem incomprehensible that God would choose such a painful path to express His love. However, this deliberate act serves to emphasize the vast difference between human standards and God's. Aligning myself with His standards may temporarily feel like a regressive process. This pattern extends beyond the narrative of the Cross it permeates the

When I faced hardships in life, many people close to me who followed African Spirituality advised me to seek help to find the source because in African Spirituality suffering is often viewed as a punishment for immoral behavior.However, I chose to follow the Kingdom of God instead. Surprisingly, my circumstances worsened, leading me to question my decision. But then I realized that, in the Kingdom of God, suffering is defined differently from African Spirituality. Now that I am part of the Kingdom of God, I am to embrace suffering as a joyful experience because suffering cultivates patience and endurance, which, in turn, bring about confident assurance of eternal salvation and hope in God's unwavering promises. During my times of suffering, God provides comfort and encouragement, enabling me to extend that same comfort and support to others who are also enduring hardships. Therefore, suffering plays a significant purpose within the Kingdom of God. To comprehend this purpose, I must

When I am feeling down, I remind myself to be grateful for life. I recognize that not everyone is as fortunate as I am to be alive, and this is something to be thankful for. However, I have come to understand that life on Earth, as we know it, is temporary. The ultimate goal should be to strive for the permanent state of life where true life resides, in the Kingdom of God. Normally, the only way to access this permanent life is through death. However, Jesus's invitation into His Kingdom offers me the opportunity to experience this permanent state of life while still on Earth. Embracing this permanent state of life has a profound impact not only on my eternal destiny but also on my temporary life on Earth. It allows me to fulfill my true purpose and become the vessels through which God can bring supernatural elements into the natural world, influencing others toward Him. Living in this way may not always align with popular culture and can be challenging. However, the rewards far out

I've always wondered why God permits adversity in the world, especially when I witness terrible events. This question has always lingered in my mind, but I never actively sought the answer until I embarked on my journey of faith. When my life took a turn for the worse after accepting the invitation into the Kingdom of God, I was compelled to explore this question further. The question of why God allows adversity assumes that He exists to cater to my desires. However, the truth is that God exists to fulfill His own purpose of bringing heaven on earth. His will is to achieve this through me. Naturally, I want all my desires to be fulfilled. But my desires are influenced by what I perceive through my senses. Hence, the source of my desires is often spiritual blindness. While my desires might seem good to me, they may not align with God's desires. To address spiritual blindness, God planted His thoughts in me when I accepted His invitation into His Kingdom. However, there are kingd

As I embarked on my spiritual journey, I learned that the path begins with salvation. Salvation represents the deliverance of the soul from the repercussions of sin. It is confirmed through the verbal acknowledgement that Jesus is Lord, coupled with the heartfelt belief that God resurrected Him from the dead. While it is a gift freely bestowed, I discovered that living out its implications would require a profound commitment and personal sacrifice. Although I realized that my salvation affects my eternal fate, I did not comprehend that God is more concerned with its impact on my current life. To fulfill God's purpose for my salvation in this lifetime, my soul must align with His thoughts and plans for my life. Since my soul naturally resists God's plans, it must be broken to achieve alignment. To achieve the divine restoration intended by God, it is essential to undergo the breaking of my soul. This process leads to a spiritual awakening, allowing me to surrender to God's w

I recently came across this quote: "I think self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a champion" ,  on the surface it sounds noble and I initially thought this would be helpful to my walk in the Kingdom but as I meditated deeply on this I realized that self awareness will not be helpful in my walk of faith because in the Kingdom of God self-awareness is a twisted sin that leads to self-condemnation. Self-awareness is a mental state where I have to pay attention to myself and how my actions, feelings, or ideas match up with my inner rules. This means I have to think about myself first, which goes against the Kingdom command to put God first . It also means I have to prioritize my life experience in the physical world instead of my life experience in the Kingdom of God, adopting this posture will lead me to spiritual death . Self awareness is popularly passed on as wisdom but it has no value in my walk against my sinful impulses because it is about my

Previously, I believed that being a good person was as simple as following my instincts.  However, I have since discovered that this is not a Biblical principle. The Bible teaches that my natural instincts are at odds with God’s will. They are one of three forces on earth that are constantly at odds with the will of God, the other two being Satan himself and the world  system. This realization was initially disheartening, but it became clear to me when I realized that my instincts are governed by what I see, hear, and feel. In other words, my instincts are based on the temporal values of my life on earth, and they ignore the eternal values of life on earth, which are found in the unseen Kingdom of God. Relying on my instincts prevents me from understanding and fulfilling God’s purpose for my life. To ensure that I do not rely on my instincts, I cooperate with God when His will for my life conflicts with my human desires, because His desires for me are not dependent on my natural instin

When I am wronged or harmed by someone, I expect that the person who wronged me will be punished for their actions. I want them to suffer the consequences of their behavior. However, I have never felt like this expectation is met. Even when the person suffers exactly how I imagined and how I want them to suffer, it never feels like enough. I have been thinking about alternative ways to respond when I am hurt. I remembered  Nelson Mandela, and how he forgave the people who imprisoned him for 27 years because of his political beliefs. I believe it would be an appropriate response and would please God, if I followed Mandela's example and replaced my expectation of receiving true justice from human beings with forgiveness. In the Kingdom of God, true justice is overcoming evil with good. This means that true justice is only possible through divine intervention and it is not achievable on my own as a mere mortal. Only the divine God is good enough to overcome evil therefore my expectati

When I first began my walk of faith in the Kingdom of God, I was instructed to read my Bible daily. I assumed this was simply so I could learn the stories and be able to quote Bible verses, but the true reason was because I am spiritually blind. Spiritual blindness is the inability to understand spiritual things. When it is not acknowledged, it leads to unbelief. It is a human default setting that made my pursuit of knowing Jesus intimately fruitless. It caused me to surrender to impurities and kept me blind to the mysteries of faith. Spiritual blindness kept me delusional about the realities of life and hindered my ability to fully satisfy God. It made me cling to the distractions of this world. The invitation into the Kingdom of God is an invitation to acknowledge spiritual blindness by salvation through Jesus Christ. When I accepted this invitation, his power was activated to permanently remove spiritual blindness, enabling me to overcome evil. The unveiling of my spiritual blindnes