Tag: Happy New Month
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THE LANGUAGE OF OUR TEARS
by Dele Adeyanju ‘’They that sow in tears shall reap in joy’’ The language of our tears is perfectly decoded by the originator of our destinies Whether expressed in groans like Hannah, or in shouts like blind Bartimaeus ‘’We have not an High Priest that is not touched with the feelings of our infirmities’’ Our…
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THE STORY BEHIND THE GLORY
by Dele Adeyanju Behind every glory, there is a story; behind every conquest, there is a contestBehind Joseph’s glory of being the helmsman of the then world’s super powerThere was a story of household intrigues, slavery and heartless incarcerationFaith and steadfast commitment to religious conviction changed the narrative‘’How then can I do this great wickedness,…
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OF THE TONGUE AND ITS EXPLOITS
by Dele Adeyanju O thou king of body parts, custodian of linguistic resources Seated in the oral cavity, projecting man’s values Assuming different configurations with amazing speed Wielding the power of life and death, exercising uncommonauthority Giving meaning and substance to human existence A marvellous gift thou art to mankind Before thy throne, I tremble and bow O thou…
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IN THE LABOUR ROOM OF DESTINY
by Dele Adeyanju In the labour room of destiny, uncertainties are rife, trepidation certain There lies the contest between life and death, between light and darkness There, all mortals strive relentlessly from dawn to dusk for relevance In this room men travail with tears to bring forth destiny packages …
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ON THE WINGS OF GRACE AND MERCY
by Dele Adeyanju When Grace speaks God’s riches at Christ’s expense are released When Mercy speaks Protocols are broken with impunity When Grace speaks Undeserved benefits come on a platter of gold When Mercy speaks Judgement trembles and bows When Grace speaks Fortune smiles on the unfortunate When Mercy speaks The convicted is discharged…
IYABODE OMOLARA AKEWO NWABUEZE 