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And the whole earth was of one language and of one speech. And it came to pass as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar. And they dwelt there. And they said let's make brick and burn them thoroughly. And they had brick for stone and slime for mortar. And they said, let us build us a city and a tower whose top May reach heaven, and let's make a name. Lest we be scattered abroad upon the face of the earth.(what they feared) And the Lord said, Behold the people is one, they have one language. Go to, let us go down there and confound their language that they may not understand another's speech. So the Lord scattered them abroad from thence upon the face of the earth. This piece means no harm at all. It's the truth after all. It is no one's fault, neither is it a bad result. That some nations should be poorer than others. It's all crafted in the plans of the almighty potter. It's not an issue of environmental determinism...

Apart from being a tuber foodstuff, it's also used in Ghana to make phone calls. Prior to a Tigo advert on Ghana Television, a yam is a non android phone with only radio and torch. Therefore if it's not a smartphone, then that's certainly a Yam. As human beings, there are many traits in our genes from birth or creation: Character, nature, dialect, behaviour, ethnicity and colour. Some others can be learnt, others are adopted both consciously and unawares. Most of them good, others not very helpful; those are the YAMS we must get rid of. Whether yours is small or bigger yam, I am quite doubtful. But these few acronyms can be insightful: Your Acquired Motives Your Attitudes and Mindset Your Adopted Mentality Your Accrued Memory Your Anachronistic Misconceptions That part of your character that society shuns is a yam. The little things you believe you cannot stop, this mediocre Mindset is even a bigger yam. Though learnt it from friends, you can do away w...

The half-night service was awesome and the song ministration from her had kept people on their knees. The chorus leader, a very beautiful and attractive God-fearing lady slept late that night. This is the story of this sister who slept and woke up in a foreign land. She looked around and nothing being familiar, she began wondering how she got to be there.  Looking around, she realized a large city with a beautiful small door. Walking to the room, she saw a man in immaculate white robe. That must be an angel, she said in her heart. Mr. Angel, am a stranger knowing not what is going on. The last thing I remember is I slept last night. “This is a body laid down and spirit taken to get a crown. You might have heard of heaven where you came from. Only those whose names are found written in this book of life shall forever rest in paradise” the angel said.  Flipping through the pages in search of her name, she came across names of saints, prophets and friends who kept ...

One old man said to me," when your friends are ahead in life, so are they in rites of passage and so do not hurry after them because if they  truly started, then they will die before you." That's not an option for pessimism but to remove the ladder from the feet of the optimist up there that he may not find it easy coming down._he remains on top. The career you need is someone's bread winner. In his right time he will retire. The lady isn't approving your proposal not because you are incapable but that she doesn't deserve you. Money for the car isn't God's problem but to avoid that accident is his priority. There is enough gift for everyone on earth, even twice as much. But time and chance happens to them in God's own season. Youth of today have ambitious dreams not too great but too soon. Wanting to achieve without creating, making profits by cheating. It is only expedient that you walk towards your opportunity but the pathway matters. God...

There is this popular elitist phrase which which refers to something surprising or totally unexpected. " A bolt out of the blue" A wood or metal, rod for fastening objects together that usually has head at one end and a screw thread at the other secured by a nut. Thus a bolt. No Matter the endurance and durability, no bolt can forever withstand wear, tear,friction, rust and corrosion. It may last for years but only takes a day. Per internet sources,: It all started at age 12 over a free lunch. Ricardo,the fastest amongst them was bickering with his friend over who the quickest sprinter was. Rev. Nugent persuaded them to contest. The winner would enjoy free lunch of choice. At the end, Ricardo was beaten to it. "If you can beat Ricardo, you can beat anyone on the track", Rev Nugent told Bolt. A new star was then born. Born on 21st August 1986, he made history in August 20,2016 as the Olympics legend for breaking records and winning 9 gold medals as reigni...

Pre-Social media world had better means for us to make friends.  We needed no data like in modern trends.  Friend requests weren't necessary to send. There was an easier way the world did blend. Those times, little money did we spend. Even when you did not have, someone could lend.  However, to get a date was not as tiresome.  All you needed was life....... Isn't that awesome?  She would ask for your commitment after she had given you her all. She would forgive you even after all,  But for guilt, your heart wouldn't stop beeping. These days you need courage, money, good looks and fame without any debate. All these just to get someone to date else thou shalt be too late.  This particular lady came to me even when I was not ready.  Accepting me, knowing that I did not deserve to propose.  I tried to hide but Grace found me.  In fact, her approach I couldn't oppose and as promised, she has been with me ever since.  Forgiving my sin...

Little drops of water cannot satisfy the ocean. I call it the insatiable belly of the sea. What would anyone want than to possess all things in the universe? It is a question you cannot answer in this single verse. With the fishes and salt, water and minerals, nothing should the ocean lack. Arguably, every animal on land can be identified in the ocean. There is a horse on land and a sea-horse in the sea and probably a Pegasus in heaven. Thus-the idea of perfect analogies in the fauna of land and sea as part of the perfect symmetry of the Creator's plan. Pliny identified many more things found in the sea than on the land, and similarly points out duplicates that may later be discovered between many non-living articles of the land and living creatures in the oceans. This inference to natural historical antiquity is only to reiterate that the sea has enough to be satisfied yet, it still accepts water, even dirty water. The haves and the have nots, the needy and the greedy, the s...

On the eve of 31st December when everyone had at least one thing to remember, we all thought she was coming to give her testimony. But she rather ended up blessing us with a story. “Sometimes you need character, not prayer alone but both” as she began. Having grown without father’s love and care, I found myself in the home of a widow plantain seller.  As she grew older so did I. Time came for me to sell so she could rest. Life posed to me my first test. Without rest, I could sell on the sun with hunger and thirst not forgetting the dust and dirt till Kwakye came into my life. I thought I found solace not knowing it was a burgeoning strife. With copious mouth-watering promises, castles were established in the air for the poor plantain seller and I took seed for him. He however left me a year later with “abanoma ” a son without a father.  The marriage promises were all words of lust that couldn’t last. I attempted suicide but am alive today because my two years old son b...

WELCOME TO RECEIVE LOVE MESSAGES THAT WILL BLESS YOUR ENTIRE LIFE.... To do anything for what I want, am ready. I don't have much and so am greedy.  What I have is not enough, how can I help the needy? I am not satisfied with the little I have, I want plenty. I find life so tasty. Enjoying my leisurely with beautiful ladies out there.  Just call on Queen Z and she Will be here. Alcohol is good for the rainy season but no feeling is better than smoking in the rain.  I thought I had everything to gain. Not knowing it would now be to my disdain. I heard about God but never knew He could be that close and an antidote to the worldly dose that I chose. With no idea about what He could provide,  I asked where in me He would reside. That was why I still lived in theft and lied, with no value for His son that died. I have in me this strong feeling, making random melodies like a guitar string. A spirit and powerful force, Fiercely armed lik...

And this is how you wrote your letter to be given to whom you fell in love with: How are you, I miss you so much. I wish you were here with me. You left only your word and I cannot imagine what’s going on in the heavens. No more visions, prophecies nor dreams. You make me feel neglected my love.  So many turbulences are persuading me against your love. But I know that only you can make my dreams come true. If I think of you then I begin feeling proud that am dating such a wonderful being like you.  It makes me feel like flying away from this canal race to lay in wait at our usual meeting place. Your touch and warm embrace even keeps me in love with you forever. Being with you makes me wallow in an ecstatic anointing. Loving you has really been a blessing. I appreciate all sacrifices you made for me even to the point of death. If only I could please you in total righteousness and live my live in pure holiness.  If I had the power to manipulate the universe...

A canal state of being Even as a slave it might seem A period for every human being Yes, even from the womb man was under sin  A flashback at those times: I was soiled, muddy, metaphorically a pig  When my load and shackles were too big Times when I couldn’t even pray Forgive me father, was all I could say When I kept remembering my sins Satan kept me in this bondage In doubt, my sins were never to be forgiven But freedom soon came through His word A sacrificial lamb came for the world And now we have an advantage Christ had come to our aid We never feel coy going to the frontage That sinful heart is now history So this is my gratitude in poetry  A new light have I seen An anew soul have I been A new life shall I live No more slavery or serfdom We are now heirs in an everlasting kingdom Where there is total freedom. Heaven awaits you!!

Now I don’t know what to think, but some day it will all be in ink. I look without seeing, am I even a human being. To me, everything exists without meaning. My language is a cry, but I only calm myself with a smile. Today I take milk, but tomorrow I will break bones. Now am wrapped in silk, but soon I will wear clothes. Hmm! They leave me in pampers, am now among toddlers. Both the young and old handle me. Love and admiration are all I can see. Sometimes how hurtful it can be, especially when bathed by the geriatric. I have no option than to accept their plea. In fact a little smile does the trick. I am now a boy but frankly, am coy. I can’t even cook and but now I can eat yolk. Where is all the tenderness, where is all the care? How come all this harshness, why all these snare? My ideas are not significant, as tiny as an ant. All my vocals create fun, commonly ignored with laughter. I hate this pan; maybe, I should sound louder. When shall I...

Can a father force a son who has denounced his parents to remain a son forever? We embark on a holy escapade, and only perseverance and faith can lead us there. Once saved is not forever saved for we are sojourners in this biosphere. Let’s avoid falsified ideologies and remember that Christ is our only reason for being here. All men are entitled to salvation but each has a part to play. He completed His duty by dying for you so what is your effort today? Apostasy is gradual and hence must be taken Critical: Is it disobedience, doubt, renouncement or unbelief? Do you think the deceitfulness of sin and worldly pleasures can give you relief? Today if you hear His voice, harden not your heart. Christianity is the best choice; trade it not for worldly fat. That could be the greatest mistake on your part We are sojourners on earth, washed from sin and dirt. Let’s therefore abstain from sin that leads to death BE NOT AN APOSTATE Even if you are, refuse to remain in that sa...