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Catholic Faith Contradicts The Bible (Part 1)

 1. Calling Priests “Father”

FACT: Catholics are taught to call their priest, “Father”, as a religious title of respect. Christians in the first century never called their leaders, “father”. This first happened hundreds of years later.

Question #1: Does Jesus approve of calling the leaders of the church, “Father”?

Answer:  “Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. Matthew 23:9


2. Praying repetitive words using Rosary

FACT: Catholics pray repetitive words with Rosary Beads that were first invented in 1090 AD, by “Peter the Hermit” and made popular by St. Dominic in 1208 AD. Catholics believe that Mary appeared to St. Dominic in 1208 AD, at the church of Prouille and revealed the Rosary Beads to him. From this time, Catholics prayed 15 sets of 10 consecutive “hail Marys” in a row (150 times), in the Rosary. However, in 2003 AD, Pope John Paul added a new set of Mysteries, so now it is 20 sets of 10 “Hail Marys”, (200 times in the Rosary, in total.) Catholics will vainly appeal to Psalm 136 that alternates the same phrase 26 times with 26 different blessings God gives us. It is not 26 in a row as with the rosary! This is also a song, not a prayer. Revelation 4:8 has “angels singing” not “men praying”.

Historical note: Roman Catholics borrowed the idea of praying with beads from the pagan religions who were already using them hundreds of years before: In 456 AD, Hindus are thought to have introduced the concept of praying with beads to the world. The earliest reference to a rosary (boberkhas) is in their “Jain Canon” (456 AD) These boberkhas had various numbers of beads 6,9,12,18,36 (any sub-multiple of 108) Islam (610 AD) uses a rosary of 99 beads, one for each of the names of God. Buddhists have 108 prayer beads on the string. The Rosary is of pagan origin and no Christian prior to 1000 AD used beads to pray.

Question #1: Did Jesus forbid repetitive prayer using Rosary Beads?

Answer:  “And when you are praying, do not use meaningless repetition as the Gentiles do, for they suppose that they will be heard for their many words. Matthew 6:7


 3. Virgin Mary

FACT: Roman Catholics are taught the virgin Mary never had sex after Jesus was born and that Jesus had no brothers and sisters. The Pope teaches that Mary is the mediator between God and man. Catholics also engage in more praising of Mary than Jesus Christ himself and actually pray to her to have their prayers answered. Rosary Beads graphically represent how Roman Catholics heap 10 times more praise upon Mary than God himself. Of the 59 total beads of the Rosary, 53 beads are “Hail Marys”, but only 6 beads are “Our Father”. The Rosary most often ends with a “Hail, Holy Queen” prayer to Mary, not God.

Question #1: Did Jesus have brothers and sisters from the womb of Mary?

Answer: “Is not this the carpenter’s son? Is not  His mother called Mary, and His brothers, James and Joseph and Simon and Judas? “And His sisters, are they not all with us? Where then did this man get all these things?” Matthew 13:55-56

Question #2: Did Joseph begin normal sexual relations with his wife after Jesus was born?

Answer:  “And Joseph awoke from his sleep and did as the angel of the Lord commanded him, and took Mary as his wife, but kept her a virgin until she gave birth to a Son; and he called His name Jesus.” Matthew 1:24-25

Question #3: The Bible says there is only one mediator between God and man. Is Mary that one mediator?

Answer: “For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 2:5

Question #4: Catholics engage in endless praise of Mary. When a woman praised Jesus’ mother to his face, did Jesus commend or encourage this woman to continue praising Mary?

Answer: “While Jesus was saying these things, one of the women in the crowd raised her voice and said to Him, “Blessed is the womb that bore You and the breasts at which You nursed.” But He said, “On the contrary, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.”” Luke 11:27-28


4. Every Christian Drinks From The Communion Cup

FACT: Although Roman Catholics are permitted to eat the bread (body) of the Lord’s Supper, they are generally not allowed to drink the wine (blood) of the Lord’s Supper, as any Catholic knows from his own experience from attending Mass. (Except on rare special occasions.) The laity (the people in the pews) are withheld the cup of the Lord and it is usually reserved for church leaders only. Yes there are denominations within the Roman Catholic “communion” where some RC sects actually offer the juice, but most Mass attending Catholics know they rarely drink the cup of wine.

Historical note: Two early popes condemned withholding the cup, (Pope Leo I [died 461 AD] and Pope Gelasius [died 496 Ad]; but in the 12th century the practice was begun, and formally approved by the Catholic Council of Constance in 1415 AD. So for the first 1000 years, the Catholics in the Pews drank the cup, then the Pope changed this apostolic tradition.

Question #1: Did Christ and the apostle Paul command that every Christian should drink of the communion cup?

Answer: To the disciples: “Drink from it, all of you” Matthew 26:27
To the whole church in Corinth: “in so doing he is to eat of the bread and drink of the cup.” 1 Corinthians 11:28
“While they were eating, Jesus took some bread, and after a blessing, He broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is My body.” And when He had taken a cup and given thanks, He gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; for this is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for forgiveness of sins.” Matthew 26:26-28
“For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus in the night in which He was betrayed took bread; and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” In the same way He took the cup also after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.” For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes. Therefore whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner, shall be guilty of the body and the blood of the Lord. But a man must examine himself, and in so doing he is to eat of the bread and drink of the cup.” 1 Corinthians 11:23-28


5. All Christians Are Saints

FACT: The Pope says only very special dead Catholic people qualify to be called “saints”. For example, Pope John Paul II could not make Mother Teresa a saint (official canonization) until after she was dead. The average Catholic in the pew is never called a “saint” dead or alive! In fact if a pew dwelling Catholic started calling himself a “saint”, he would be rebuked by the parish priest!

Question #1: Was every living Christian in the church in Corinth called a saint?

Answer: “To the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who have been sanctified in Christ Jesus, saints by calling, with all who in every place call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours” 1 Corinthians 1:2

Question #2: Did Paul write the book of Ephesians to dead saints?

Answer: “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are at Ephesus and who are faithful in Christ Jesus” Ephesians 1:1

Question #3: Was the average Christian in the church at Philippi called a saint, in distinction to bishops and deacons?

Answer: “Paul and Timothy, bond-servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, including the overseers and deacons” Philippians 1:1

Question #4: Was every Christian living in Rome called to be a saint?
Answer: “to all who are beloved of God in Rome, called as saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 1:7


6. All Christians are Priests

FACT: The Pope decided to reserve the title of “priest” to be worn by church leaders only. The average pew dwelling Catholic never refer to themselves as “priests”. In fact if a lay Catholic started calling himself a “priest”, he would be rebuked by “the parish Priest”!

Question #1: Did Jesus make all Christians to be priests, including the average member in the pew?

Answer: “you (all Christians) also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. ” 1 Peter 2:5
“But you (all Christians) are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; ” 1 Peter 2:9
“Jesus has made us (all Christians) to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.” Revelation 1:6
“You have made them (all Christians) to be a kingdom and priests to our God; and they will reign upon the earth.” Revelation 5:10


7. Bishops Must be Married

FACT: In 1079 AD celibacy was first enforced for priests and bishops by Pope Gregory VII. Before this time, they were permitted to marry.

Question #1: Does the Bible teach that a bishop (overseer) must be married AND ALSO have children as one of the conditions of being qualified to be a bishop?

Answer: “A bishop, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?)” 1 Timothy 3:2-5

Question #2: In the very next chapter of the Bible after bishops are told they must be married with children, does the Holy Spirit warn that “forbidding to marry” is a “doctrine of demons”?

Answer: “But the Holy Spirit explicitly says that in latter times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, by means of the hypocrisy of liars seared in their own conscience as with a branding iron, men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the truth.” 1 Timothy 4:1-3


8.Peter was Married

FACT: Most Catholics believe that Apostle Peter was the first Pope and was not married. As one Roman Catholic leader said, “if Peter had a wife when he first met Jesus, he got rid of her quick!”

Question #1: Did Peter have a wife?

Answer: “Now Simon’s mother-in-law was lying sick with a fever; and immediately they spoke to Jesus about her.” Mark 1:30

Question #2: Did Paul say all the apostles including Peter had a right to be married?

Answer: “Do we not have a right to take along a believing wife, even as the rest of the apostles and the brothers of the Lord and Cephas?” 1 Corinthians 9:5

Courtesy of  www.amredeemed.com

To be continued with: Catholic Faith Contradicts The Bible (Part 2)

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GOD'S REDEMPTIVE NAMES

 

EL, ELOAH: God "mighty, strong, prominent" (Genesis 7:1; Isaiah 9:6) – etymologically, El appears to mean “power,” as in “I have the power to harm you” (Genesis 31:29). El is associated with other qualities, such as integrity (Numbers 23:19), jealousy (Deuteronomy 5:9), and compassion (Nehemiah 9:31), but the root idea of might remains.

ELOHIM: God “Creator, Mighty and Strong” (Genesis 17:7; Jeremiah 31:33) – the plural form of Eloah, which accommodates the doctrine of the Trinity. From the Bible’s first sentence, the superlative nature of God’s power is evident as God (Elohim) speaks the world into existence (Genesis 1:1).

EL SHADDAI: “God Almighty,” “The Mighty One of Jacob” (Genesis 49:24; Psalm 132:2,5) – speaks to God’s ultimate power over all.

ADONAI: “Lord” (Genesis 15:2; Judges 6:15) – used in place of YHWH, which was thought by the Jews to be too sacred to be uttered by sinful men. In the Old Testament, YHWH is more often used in God’s dealings with His people, while Adonai is used more when He deals with the Gentiles.

YHWH / YAHWEH / JEHOVAH: “LORD” (Deuteronomy 6:4; Daniel 9:14) – strictly speaking, the only proper name for God. Translated in English Bibles “LORD” (all capitals) to distinguish it from Adonai, “Lord.” The revelation of the name is first given to Moses “I Am who I Am” (Exodus 3:14). This name specifies an immediacy, a presence. Yahweh is present, accessible, near to those who call on Him for deliverance (Psalm 107:13), forgiveness (Psalm 25:11) and guidance (Psalm 31:3).

YAHWEH-JIREH: "The Lord Will Provide" (Genesis 22:14) – the name memorialized by Abraham when God provided the ram to be sacrificed in place of Isaac.

YAHWEH-RAPHA: "The Lord Who Heals" (Exodus 15:26) – “I am Jehovah who heals you” both in body and soul. In body, by preserving from and curing diseases, and in soul, by pardoning iniquities.

YAHWEH-NISSI: "The Lord Our Banner" (Exodus 17:15), where banner is understood to be a rallying place. This name commemorates the desert victory over the Amalekites in ( Exodus 17).

YAHWEH-M'KADDESH: "The Lord Who Sanctifies, Makes Holy" (Leviticus 20:8; Ezekiel 37:28) – God makes it clear that He alone, not the law, can cleanse His people and make them holy.

YAHWEH-SHALOM: "The Lord Our Peace" (Judges 6:24) – the name given by Gideon to the altar he built after the Angel of the Lord assured him he would not die as he thought he would after seeing Him.

YAHWEH-ELOHIM: "LORD God" (Genesis 2:4; Psalm 59:5) – a combination of God’s unique name YHWH and the generic “Lord,” signifying that He is the Lord of Lords.

YAHWEH-TSIDKENU: "The Lord Our Righteousness” (Jeremiah 33:16) – As with YHWH-M’Kaddesh, it is God alone who provides righteousness to man, ultimately in the person of His Son, Jesus Christ, who became sin for us “that we might become the Righteousness of God in Him” (2 Corinthians 5:21).

YAHWEH-ROHI: "The Lord Our Shepherd" (Psalm 23:1) – After David pondered his relationship as a shepherd to his sheep, he realized that was exactly the relationship God had with him, and so he declares, “Yahweh-Rohi is my Shepherd. I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1).

YAHWEH-SHAMMAH: "The Lord Is There” (Ezekiel 48:35) – the name ascribed to Jerusalem and the Temple there, indicating that the once-departed glory of the Lord (Ezekiel 8—11) had returned (Ezekiel 44:1-4).

YAHWEH-SABAOTH: "The Lord of Hosts" (Isaiah 1:24; Psalm 46:7) – Hosts means “hordes,” both of angels and of men. He is Lord of the host of heaven and of the inhabitants of the earth, of Jews and Gentiles, of rich and poor, master and slave. The name is expressive of the majesty, power, and authority of God and shows that He is able to accomplish what He determines to do.

EL ELYON: “Most High" (Deuteronomy 26:19) – derived from the Hebrew root for “go up” or “ascend,” so the implication is of that which is the very highest. El Elyon denotes exaltation and speaks of absolute right to lordship.

EL ROI: "God of Seeing" (Genesis 16:13) – the name ascribed to God by Hagar, alone and desperate in the wilderness after being driven out by Sarah (Genesis 16:1-14). When Hagar met the Angel of the Lord, she realized she had seen God Himself in a theophany. She also realized that El Roi saw her in her distress and testified that He is a God who lives and sees all.

EL-OLAM: "Everlasting God" (Psalm 90:1-3) – God’s nature is without beginning or end, free from all constraints of time, and He contains within Himself the very cause of time itself. “From everlasting to everlasting, You are God.”

EL-GIBHOR: “Mighty God” (Isaiah 9:6) – the name describing the Messiah, Christ Jesus, in this prophetic portion of Isaiah. As a powerful and mighty warrior, the Messiah, the Mighty God, will accomplish the destruction of God’s enemies and rule with a rod of iron (Revelation 19:15).

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The Story of Jonah

 

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WAADVENTISTA WA SABATO WALIO FUFUTENDE (LUKEWARM SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS)

1. Nandika waraka wangu, wende karibu na mbali,
Uwafikie wenzangu, mulio kila mahali,
Ameniagiza Mungu, niwadibu kulihali,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

2. Sana mlibidiika, zile enzi za zamani,
Mkawa mnatajika, mbinguni na duniani,
Lakini mmegeuka, hamko tena makini,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

3. Mumekuwa mwasusia, kukutana Jumatano,
Isomwapo Bibilia, na kwelezwa kwa mifano,
Nayo Ijumaa pia, hamwendi kwa mkutano,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

4. Sabato inapofika, hamnazo mwajitia,
Hamwishi kushughulika, Mungu mwamkaidia,
Hivyo basi mwaruzika, kwa mbovu  zenu  tabia,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

5. Mumezowea vibaya, kuchelewa Kanisani,
Hata hamuoni haya, mwenda mapema kazini,
Baadhi yenu wambeya, hutiana midomoni,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

6. Licha ya kulimatia, kuwasili Kanisani,
Kelele huwapigia, walowahi Ibadani,
Mukichoka husinzia, na kwenda usingizini,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

7. Ibadani mkitoka, mwafululiza nyumbani,
Mkiwa na uhakika, hamurudi Kanisani,
Huzidi kuhangaika, Siku ilo ya Manani,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

8. Ijapo kutoa zaka, pamwe na dhabihu zenu,
Mikono yenu birika, mwampa Mola kununu,
Mkahiniwa baraka, na kukosa nyingi tunu,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

9. Sinayo chuki na mtu, na mtu sina kinyongo,
Bali naisafi kutu, ya nyoyo na zenu bongo,
Kunoa silaha butu, za kiroho ndilo lengo,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

10. Nahitimisha shauri, shairi nafupiliza,
Likiwa refu si zuri, kusoma na kusikiza,
Hapa basi nahiyari, beti kumi namaliza,
Enyi watunza Sabato, chungeni wenu mwenendo.

(Mtunzi: Millicent Randa, Jericho SDA Church, NAIROBI.   Mhariri: Dennis Mbae).

Jeshurun's Mind: Health and Fitness

Half Marathon Training Schedule

Training for half marathon is an ideal stepping stone on your way to a full marathon. It is also an essential way to assess whether and how you would cope with running the first marathon. 

But before starting to train for half marathon, it is of utmost importance to ensure you are in shape to follow a particular training schedule. And if you are a novice runner, it is best to consult the doctor especially if you are above the age of 35 or 40. This would help to gauge the body’s fitness and enable you to comfortably run a pre-training schedule for four to six weeks.

The half marathon training schedules are usually divided into four plans. They normally include:
(a) The beginner half marathon,
(b) The intermediate half marathon, 
(c) The advanced half marathon and
(d) The competitive half marathon plan.
In this context, it is assumed that the training schedule will take at least 10 weeks. 

(a) The beginner half marathon

The beginner half marathon training schedule is for runners who run approximately 15 to 25 miles per week in a span of about 2 hours, or those who have been running five times per week for the last three months. The weekly training routine has 3 to 4 days of running and 3 days of rest, with a weekly mileage of 13 to 24 miles.The long runs start at 5 miles and peak at 10 miles.  The days you are off running gives your muscles and joints adequate time to rest.

 

(b) The intermediate half marathon

The intermediate half marathon training plan is for runners who currently run between 25 to 50 miles per week within a period of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The weekly training routine includes 4 to 5 days of running and 2 to 3 days of rest. The weekly mileage is 24 to 25 miles with long runs starting at 8 miles and peaking at 13 miles.

(c) The advanced half marathon

As for the advanced half marathon training schedule, it is meant for runners who run on average 40 to 60 miles per week, expecting to finish the half marathon within one and a half hours. It is ideal for those who have been running for at least six months and who wish to develop speed over a long distance.  The weekly routine involves 6 days of running and a single day of rest. Long runs start at 10 miles and peak at 15 miles. 

(d) The competitive half marathon

The competitive half marathon training plan is designed for those who currently run 60 miles and above per week and who complete or expect to finish the half marathon within one hour and twenty minutes. However, it is important to note that there are experience-based training plans and time-goal plans. It is not recommended for first time half-marathoners to go for the time-goal plan. Beginners should run to finish the race while at the same time running at a comfortable training pace. In the case where more than two rest days are required, choose Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays but take an easy walk on Friday.  

 

Benefits of a half marathon

Running a half marathon has many benefits. For one, it keeps you motivated to run and enables you to stick to the training schedule. In the same instance, you will burn a lot of calories and thus experience a host of other health benefits. Among other pros of half marathons is that they support charities and other worthwhile causes such as fighting diseases and offering relief from disasters, hunger and so on. Running for such causes also increases your chances of meeting other runners to train with, thus getting even more exposure.

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How To Please God

Pastor Randy Skeete's presentation on pleasing God. 

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Learning To Trust God

Psalm 125:1 Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever.

Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.

Psalm 146:3-4 Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. When their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that very day their plans come to nothing.

2 Samuel 7:28 And now, O Lord GOD, you are that God, and your words be true, and you have promised this goodness to your servant.

Psalms 9:10 And they that know your name will put their trust in you: for you, LORD, have not forsaken them that seek you.

Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.

Psalms 13:5 But I have trusted in your mercy; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.

Psalms 20:7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Psalms 31:14 But I trusted in you, O LORD: I said, You are my God.

Psalms 56:3 What time I am afraid, I will trust in you.

Psalms 84:12 O LORD of hosts, blessed is the man that trusts in you.

Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not to your own understanding.

Proverbs 11:13 A talebearer reveals secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.

Proverbs 11:28 He that trusts in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.

Proverbs 28:26 He that trusts in his own heart is a fool: but whoever walks wisely, he shall be delivered.

Isaiah 12:2 Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.

Isaiah 43:1 But now thus said the LORD that created you, O Jacob, and he that formed you, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name; you are mine.

Jeremiah 7:8 Behold, you trust in lying words, that cannot profit.

Daniel 6:23 Then was the king exceedingly glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found on him, because he believed in his God.

John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me.

Romans 15:13 Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Revelation 21:5 And he that sat on the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said to me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.

Psalms 37:3-5 Trust in the Lord, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.

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This is an English translation of the Swahili poem: “Mausia Kwa Kila Kijana Mwanamke” on the Kiswahili na Mashairi's page. 

 

Words Of Wisdom To Every Young Woman

By Dennis Mbae

My sister whom I adore, receive my greetings,

Wherever you are, understand I care for you,

And so as I poet, my desire is great,

To inform you O woman, things that pertain to these times.

My sister be wise, the world indeed is a College,

And if you aren't smart, you won't get through it,

Let your daily desire, be honesty and faithfulness in all your dealings,

Life becomes very difficult, when you are not disciplined.

My sister I advise you, please preserve your body,

When young men show interest in you, don't give in too easily,

Don't be a loose woman, but remain a virgin,

Until you get married, when that time comes.

When you beautify yourself, with various beauty products,

Failing to beautify, your heart aint good,

For you'll attract a group of men, who will use you,

You be made fun of, after they impregnate you.

My sister if you don't have, a man of your dreams in your life,

May God remember you, and bring him to you,

But if you have him, guard your love relationship,

Glorify God with him, and He will establish both of you.

My sister work very hard, upon entering the classroom,

Stay away from quarrels, and undisciplined students,

Do what's expected of you, and pass your exams,

If you succeed in education, all your things will be easy.

My sister be wary, drug abuse is dangerous,

Addiction is damaging, of cigarettes and other substances,

Bhang destroys the body, cocaine does even worse,

Don't make strong drink your tower, rethink about using it.

My sister fear God, always put Him first,

Strive to do His will, and you'll be free from all evil,

He'll fill you will good things, and shower you with blessings,

You'll not afraid of pestilences, they will not come near you.

My sister you are precious, you are a very rare commodity,

Never look down on yourself, and conclude you aren't important,

Your worth my beloved sister, is far above rubies,

May you permanently write, these sayings on the tablet of your heart.

Jeshurun's Mind: Kiswahili na Mashairi

Happy Birthday!

1. Dada yangu biti Randa, najua nimekutupa,
Ukadhani nakutenda, ukawa watapatapa,
Nilikuwa nimekwenda, kutafuta cha kukupa,
Unapoiadhimisha, sikuyo ya kuzaliwa.

2. Nilipotafuta rinda, na kuzizengea kapa,
Wavaliazo makinda, kutoka bara Uropa,
Nilipata tu matunda, niliyotaka kukupa,
Ulipoiadhimisha, sikuyo ya kuzaliwa.

3. Ningekuwa na mabunda, ya noti haungekopa,
Tungelicheza kandanda, na kwenda jijini Jopa,
Jahazi ningeliunda, na kukuvulia papa,
Kila uadhimishapo, sikuyo ya kuzaliwa.

4. Ndege nyingi tungepanda, nauli ningeilipa,
Ningekutembeza Rwanda, kadhaka pale na hapa,
Tanzania tungekwenda, nikuonyeshe Mkapa,
Kila uadhimishapo, sikuyo ya kuzaliwa.

5. Umetimiza miaka, ishirini na mitatu,
Hiyo ni kubwa baraka, usiisahau katu!
Nakuombea fanaka, toka kwa Mungu na watu,
Unapoiadhimisha, sikuyo ya kuzaliwa.