The dichotomous nature of life is fascinating to observe. When a gazelle is caught by a hyena, the tendency is to feel sorry for the poor antelope. However, this sentiment arises without considering the plight of the hyena without such a provision. Everyone wants to survive in this world, even…
Power does not dwell within a colossus
An atom is considered the smallest unit of a chemical element, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by protons and electrons. However, the true significance of this technology lies in its application to create what is now known as the most destructive formula in the construction of nuclear bombs. Large materials…
Discarding the ninety-nine sheep to save one
Believing in Jesus requires a comprehensive understanding of His teachings, leaving no room for doubt. However, in parables, Jesus is often misunderstood, more so than in His plain teachings. Failure to understand Jesus may not be sinful, but pretending to understand what He taught when the opposite is true could…
The harsh realities associated with money
Money is highly effective in facilitating transactions. However, the love of money has also been labelled as the root of all evil. We must explore the factors that have led to this perception. This necessitates considering the need to be as wise as a serpent but as harmless as a…
The fundamental principles are either right or wrong
The recent heated debates about who was better between Smith and Robert Mugabe have revealed the real problem plaguing Zimbabweans. A wrong action cannot be deemed right because it is done by my father or someone from my tribe or race. Similarly, a right action cannot be deemed wrong because…
The two conflicting forces of antagonism
The manifestation of conflict among humans is an interplay of opposing forces emanating from God and Satan. When properly implemented, the justice system seeks to restore goodness, perceived as coming from God, and to eliminate evil, perceived as coming from Satan. However, in a corrupt society, what is good can…
The loss of material things is a gain
My first lesson in bookkeeping was that for every account that receives, there will always be another one that gives. This implies that the account that receives is indebted to the one that gives, although appearing as if benefitting. Zimbabwe has endured untold suffering, to the extent that some people…
If your Father is God, then you are God
Jesus was known as the Son of Man, yet He was also the Son of God. The notion of Him being the Son of God was beyond the comprehension of ordinary people. However, the same applies to His followers, who, although being sons of men, would also become Sons of…
True love includes the element of destruction
Love can be defined as giving, building, and creating order, while hatred can be characterized as taking, destroying, and causing confusion. A builder invests adequate resources and effort in the initial stages of constructing a structure, up to the stage of completion. They carefully adhere to all the principles of…
Acknowledging those who pray effectively
As the year 2024 draws to a close, I want to acknowledge those dedicated to praying for the advancement of the gospel. There are indeed thousands of people committed to prayer. However, not all prayers align with God’s will. Many prayers primarily are inward-looking, like praying for prosperity, for instance.…