The Power of Fear Series 2

By Revd. Gracious Nyabonda This is part 2 of the Power of Fear series. The first paper made it clear that fear is normal. However, its effects depend on how it is viewed. When regarded positively, fear sets one into fight mode. This inspires one to explore new horizons. When viewed negatively, it renders one in flight mode. Most of […]

Understanding the Christian Calendar in the MCZ Tradition

By Revd. Onias Chagudhuma (R&P Coordinator โ€“ 2023) Introduction The Christian Calendar (also known as the Liturgical Calendar or Ecclesiastical Calendar) is an annual schedule that commemorates certain days and seasons related to the history of salvation (Cater: 2019). It is in line with this calendar that the lectionary is drawn. This [lectionary] is a preselected collection of scriptural readings […]

The Power of Fear

By Revd. Gracious Nyabonda There are many self-sabotaging habits that are vices in life many of which remain unknown to us. My experience as a personal development and life coach has helped me understand this truth. The discovery of potential that is never converted to any material gain has led me to realize how much power these self-sabotaging habits have […]

When the heart is overwhelmed

Psalms 23:4 [4]Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. The Lord is my comfort In the belly of the fish for 3 days, Jonah only had prayer to depend on. Closed in without another soul in sight, […]

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Micah 7:5-7[5] Do not trust in a friend; Do not put your confidence in a companion; Guard the doors of your mouth From her who lies in your bosom.[6]For son dishonors father, Daughter rises against her mother, Daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law; A manโ€™s enemies are the men of his own household.[7]Therefore I will look to the Lord; I will wait […]