Inspired to inspire: #Sneak_Peek

Inspired to inspire: #Sneak_Peek: Nzaku Nashipae  with  Karey Ndirangu  and  3 others . 10 mins  ·  # Sneak_Peek # Fast_Glance   # Quick_Glimpse # ...

#Sneak_Peek

Nzaku Nashipae with Karey Ndirangu and 3 others.

10 mins · 

#Sneak_Peek
#Fast_Glance #Quick_Glimpse
#Utakula_kwa_Macho

Does a fast or quick peek into something matter? Is what I see/look at significant? Have you ever been on Google, Facebook, Instagram etc then suddenly a captivating image pops up on your window. You give it a quick glance, a fast peek and then the next minute you decide there’s no harm in clicking on it! As you process what you have just glanced on, you’re thinking about it, you desire it; you consider; you choose; you covet; you lust; you envy and eventually you commit immorality. Ahem, I know you thinking, “What has this girl been looking at?” I bet a quick and fast glance at the following TV commercials-Fresh-Fri, Durex condom, Coca-Cola, Diva soap, the 2013 semi-nude Vaseline billboard causes (d) ripples to some people if not all.

In Genesis 13:15 God told Abram, “Look around from where you are, to the north and south, to the east and west. 15 All the land that you see I will give to you and your offspring forever.” God wants us to lift our eyes and see what He desires to give us. Things that will bring glory to Him; things that will add no sorrow, pain, shame and guilty. What you see determines the actions you take.

Let’s consider the following people: In Genesis 3:6, God had given instructions to Adam. He and his wife could eat as much as they desired from all the trees in the garden except from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. But Eve saw that the tree was pleasant to the eyes and good for food. She then took of its fruit ate it and gave some to hubby. For that sin and death entered the world. In Joshua 7:20-21, Achan saw the plunder-a beautiful robe from Babylonia, 200 shekels of silver and 50 shekels of gold. He coveted and stole them. As a result, God’s fierce anger was kindled against Israel. When Achan confessed, all Israel stoned and burned him to death. Ouch! The popular darling of God, a great song writer and worshipper, David a man whose heart was after God’s, saw a woman bathing. Indeed she was very beautiful to behold. He continued to watch her bathe, and then he wanted what he saw. He enquired about her, sent for her and eventually committed immorality.

Through the eye, your attention can be captivated and turned toward wickedness. It doesn’t matter who you are-whether a worship leader, a pastor, a politician, a student; young or old; man or woman. There is an intentional and urgent need to protect the door to your thoughts; your eye. A sneak peek into seeming harmless image/thing will make you think and act upon the object of your sight.It all begins with a quick peek, a fast glance, given time to process, you make determination to act upon what you saw.

Regards,
Nzaku Nashipae

Inspired to inspire: #Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue,

Inspired to inspire: #Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue,: Nzaku Nashipae 11 mins  ·  Dear Diary, # Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue , they stick longer and have dire consequences....

Inspired to inspire: #Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue,

Inspired to inspire: #Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue,: Nzaku Nashipae 11 mins  ·  Dear Diary, # Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue , they stick longer and have dire consequences....

#Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue,

Nzaku Nashipae

11 mins · 

Dear Diary,

#Words_Are_Like_SuperGlue, they stick longer and have dire consequences.

From my own relationships I have realized that combative words spark wars, hostility, bitterness, hate and destruction. On the other hand, kind and peaceful words calm souls, quiet hearts and prevent volatile arguments and situations from escalating. Motivating and encouraging words impart bravery and empower a doubting Thomas to accomplish a task. Considerate and loving words birth healthy relationship and bond souls.

Now, from my own life there's countless evidence of the power and lasting impact of words, both positive and negative someone said to me or about me. To date, some echo in my soul and recall for me feelings of pain and sorrow or joy, love, inspiration and motivation.

A case in point, years ago a family friend told my mommy that I am such an unhappy kid, ever keeping a frawny face. Then mama attacked me with that and to say the truth, it hurt my heart. I hated myself for that and grew up thinking I was a frawny little girl. Fast-forward, years later I had an opportunity to spent a weekend with a Maasai Community in the interiors of Kajiado county and on the day I was leaving they asked if they could give me a new name. I agreed to the proposal and they gave me the name NASHIPAE which means "Furaha/Joy." In their parting speech, the spokesperson said, "NASHIPAE suits you well. You're a girl full of life, joy and happiness (wewe ni furaha kweli). Your joy has been contagious over the few days you have stayed with us. You have made us laugh countless times." I tell you, I was overwhelmed and since then my name has been NASHIPAE. Wherever I go and introduce myself, I say I'm "Elizabeth Kalekye Nzaku Nashipae. I am a joyous person. I live. I love. I laugh."

Those simple words made a huge difference that has stuck like superglue. Those words echo in my heart and recall for me JOY UNSPEAKABLE. Thing is, words are powerful and they have stellar or sorrowful consequences.Thing is, words are powerful and they have stellar or sorrowful consequences. They impact on lives. Proverbs 18:21, words have power to produce life or death.

Prayer,
Abba Father, forgive me for the countless times I have spoken scorchy words haphazardly. I also forgive those who have said hurting words to me or about me. Let the words of my mouth, texts (sms), posts, comments be acceptable to You Lord.
Amen.

Yours faithful scribbler,
NzakuNashipae

Inspired to inspire: #I_Dialed_By_Mistake!

Inspired to inspire: #I_Dialed_By_Mistake!: Nzaku Nashipae  was  feeling motivated with  Joyce Wa Kagiri  and  12 others . February 13 at 2:22pm  ·  Dear Diary...

#I_Dialed_By_Mistake!

Nzaku Nashipae was feeling motivated with Joyce Wa Kagiri and 12 others.

February 13 at 2:22pm · 

Dear Diary,

Today got a few things to scribble. The first is #What_Do_You_Seek?
#What_Can_I_Do_For_You?
#I_Dialled_By_Mistake.

I am certain many people have ever dialled someone's phone number by mistake or even aimlessly. So, yesterday someone called me when I was in church service but I wasn't able to return the call, so I sent a customized text asking the caller to text. The person didn't call again. Today in the morning when I was on my way to work, the caller beeped me again. I decided to call back, "Hello, good morning. Who is my caller, yesterday you tried calling me and I see once again you have given me a beep?" My caller said, "Sorry, I dialled by mistake." Then I said, "It's alright. Is there anything I can do for you?" "Not really." Then I said, "Ok. Then have a good day." I hang up and went about my business.

I have found myself thinking about the caller; how many people make a call to God and when He asks, "What can I do for you? What do you seek?" They tend to shy off or they just realize they are blank and/or had made an aimless call? It reminded me of something I was sharing in our Bible Study service on Friday. Andrew and John followed Jesus upon hearing John the Baptist's witness, "Behold the Lamb of God!" John 1:29. When Jesus turned and saw them following He said to them, "What do you seek?" v.38. Today, He asks you the same question, "What do you seek?" Did you attempt following by mistake? Did you dial His number by mistake or aimlessly? What exactly are you seeking? What do you need Him to do for you?

Yours faithful scribbler,
NzakuNashipae

Inspired to inspire: #Does_Giving_God_Deadlines_Work?

Inspired to inspire: #Does_Giving_God_Deadlines_Work?: Nzaku Nashipae 22 mins  ·  Dear Diary, # Does_Giving_God_Deadlines_Work ? Giving the sovereign God ultimatums, d...

#Does_Giving_God_Deadlines_Work?

Nzaku Nashipae

22 mins · 

Dear Diary,

#Does_Giving_God_Deadlines_Work?

Giving the sovereign God ultimatums, dates and deadlines; does it work the magic?

There are seasons my hope has come with ultimatums, “God, you know how patiently I have waited for/on/in You! You know, sometimes I desperately need a quick fix but You’re just there, You don’t act speedy!”

Ain’t kidding, not once or twice I have given God deadlines to come through for me and I threaten if He does not, I would walk away from trusting, believing and hoping in Him. Dear diary, today I was just reflecting on how I used to throw tantrums when God didn’t instantly respond to my desperate calls. God, you remember when I prayed, “God if you don’t give me a hubby by my 23rd, 24th, 25th birthday I will backslide; I will not praise you; I will not even ask You again!” Remember those months I had severe dysmenorrhea and I prayed, “God if you don’t take this pain away by next month, I will go out there and have a baby.” Hehe, ‘God, did you LOL at me?’ There is this day I was desperately in need of a job and I prayed, “God, if you give me that job by mid this month, I will give you my first salary.” Arrrgh! I didn’t get it that time. Then, there is this time I used to be so poor, and only had one pair of shoe (Jesus’sandals) and a ka-short skirt which was my ‘Sunday best’ then I’d desperately plead, “God if you don’t give me another pair of shoe by next Sunday, I won’t go to church (though I lived within the church compound).” Mehn, the list is endless, I mean, I have set dates and deadlines for God, but who sets dates for God!! My work is to trust that He will bring out the best in me when that time comes or when that season is over.

Today in my devotion, I was reading Luke chapter 1, about Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth. “6 Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commands and decrees blamelessly. 7 But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able to conceive, and they were both very old.” Amazingly, they continued to trust in God. In fact, Zechariah continued to perform his priestly ministry. “11 Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. 12 When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. 13 But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John. 14 He will be a joy and delight to you, and many will rejoice because of his birth, 15 for he will be great in the sight of the Lord.” Wow! What a holy challenge? This man continued to serve God gladly, he continued to pray and trust God even when the situation was hopeless and barren. He didn’t cease to praise, believe and trust God. He didn’t God dates and ultimatums but continued to serve Him; praying; waiting with expectation and anticipation; he continued to offer incense.

Now, you see, several times I have given God ultimatums but it didn’t work. But God has graciously dealt with me. In His time He has made things beautiful. His peace saturates my soul. Over time, I have grown; I no longer issue God ultimatums. I count on God’s FAITHFULLNESS. Nothing is too difficult for Him. Luke 1: 37, “For no word from God will ever fail.” Aliyeniahidi, atatenda kwa wakati wake.

Dear heart, here is the secret, “Wait... with expectation. Wait... with anticipation.
Wait... I will worship You, Lord, while I wait.” Why? Because I have learned that God has good and great plans for me. (Jeremiah 29:11), “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,” says the Lord, “thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Regards,
Faithful Scribbler,
NzakuNashipae