In Him I live, I move and I have my being

I can't believe it's almost 2 years since I last wrote here. As I type this, I have just gone through some of my past blogs and all I can say is that as the name of this blog suggests, all I wrote was powered by the Holy Spirit. I was particularly drawn to one of the short poems I wrote about God calling me His. This poem demonstrates how patient God is with us especially in our lowest seasons. 

I may not be in a position to pinpoint the exact reason why I stopped writing but I know I have missed it. In the last 1 month, I have had this push to get back to writing. Today, I am taking a step of faith and my topic primarily focuses on how God has sustained my life and all that I am in Him.

In 2021, I was in the final stages of nursing a heartbreak and I will admit, that relationship affected my view of relationships. I was as one who had lost hope in ever experiencing a good relationship. I was confused and to an extent bitter. It took a lot of God's strength, Grace and a friend pin-pointing my unforgiving attitude, for me to finally let go of that hurt. 

I can't quite tell how 2022 went by. I honestly believe it moved by so fast I almost lost track. I remember however that it was in 2022 where by leadership in church was cemented. What do I mean? My church's Youth Ministry was regaining its footing and Bible Study (BS) fellowships was one that needed revival. At the time, we were only 2 leaders tasked to grow the BS fellowship for a whole ministry. It seemed like a daunting task at first but God helped us. He is indeed our ever-present help. Slowly we began growing a team of leaders and as we did that, God added to our number and gave us new vision. Why this experience is so dear to me is because I wasn't one to delegate duties. However, I soon realized that I needed to since tasks within the BS fellowship increased and I obviously couldn't do them all by myself.

2022 also became the year when I self-sponsored for a flight. This may not be a big deal to many but for me, it was a step of faith, a step of possibility, God showed me it was possible. I am so glad I took that step because since then, God, by His immense Grace and provision has enabled me to facilitate for more of such flights. I was reminded that it is our responsibility to step out in faith.  What are you shying away from because of your lack of faith?

Did I mention how in 2022, my parents finally moved into their new house? Oh, it appears a lot did happen in 2022 than I expected. This is a testimony because we had prayed for over 10 years and God in His perfect timing brought it to fruition. We also faced a scare in 2022 when our dad was admitted to hospital. As a family, we were worried that this could be a repeat of what happened in 2020, which you can read all about here. Thankfully, God healed Him and provided for all His needs. Fast forward to December 2022, we celebrated our first Christmas in the new house and exchanged gifts - I got new plates :) (Thanks Mum and Dad).

 2023 is here and let me tell you Maina...haha I had to. 

Seriously though, 2023 marked the big 30 for me. I call it my thriving thirty season. Of course while younger, I thought that by now I would be married with kids hehe...I think most of us always think so. I will admit that there some questions I have asked God. In His Faithfulness, He has continued to grant me stillness, even though I many not yet have all the answers. He continues to show me how loving and patient He is. I am grateful I can call Him Father.

One thing I was committed to doing this year was revive the Women and Word Bible Study fellowship which targets young women who desire to be equipped with the truth of God's Word and are keen to apply it in their day to day life. We studied the book of Colossians for 4 weeks and ended with a beautiful session of fun and fellowship. It was a really humbling moment for me since God had yet again entrusted me to teach His Word to about 20 women.

I have a lot to say regarding my time away but I will end here by highlighting how through all my seasons, I have seen God. It is sometimes uncommon to see God moving especially in difficult situations but like I wrote on this post, He is always with you, even when you don't feel Him. He desires to comfort you and celebrate with you. I pray that He will open your eyes like He did for Hagar in Genesis 21:19 and you will see Him in everything. 

Thanks for reading! Share and Comment. Above all, I pray you walk in the fullness of God. 

~Powered by the Holy Spirit~