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Rachael Ogonda: Abide In Him


Please can we meet you?
My name is Rachael Happiness Ogonda. I am a graduate of university of Benin. I am from Rivers State, and I am a baker and events planner.

Nations and their inhabitants are currently facing one challenge or the other due to the pandemic. As a Christian, How have you been able to handle the challenges as a result of the lockdown in various facets?
Yeah! The pandemic is so disheartening and a lot of people are having hard times but like you said as 'a christian' this is where the power to overcome the challenges comes from, as a christian I have been able to handle this challenges because I know God is with me and will never forsake me because I am His.

What was the strategy or wisdom of the Holy Spirit to help you during this trying time?
I will share two
• To always remember His promises using
Is. 43:1-2
But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
These are Gods promises and I believe in them. His words are His and they are powerful. If He has promised to be with me in a time like this then I truly believe in Him.
• To always abide in Him using
Is. 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Abiding in God is simply waiting in God.
And to wait in God is to be obedient to him, keep our prayer altar burning and continually sing His praises.
Humanly speaking everyone is tired of this pandemic and can't wait for it to be over but if we can wait in God in times like this daily, He will renew my strength daily.

Interesting! You mentioned that you are a baker and event planner, is there a word of advice to anyone in that line of occupation or anyone interested?
Smiles!
What I will love to say here to anyone who is interested in this same line of business is that passion, patience, hardwork, committement and a joyful heart is the key to becoming successful.

Even in a time such as this?
Well, in a time like this I will still say the same thing. Even if every gathering (parties, wedding etc) are no longer permitted and we no longer have jobs as before. In all we still remain positive.

What will you always say to Jesus in the face of this pandemic?
Hmmm
I'm sure He knows what I will always say to Him because its never changing.
"I love you with my life, you are my resting place and I'm forever grateful to you"


Okay! Thank you for your time.
I'm grateful, God bless you.

Comments

  1. Rise of AfricaMay 8, 2020 at 8:42 AM

    This is an amazing piece. Remembering God's promises in the face of chaos give us peace and confidence.

    Thank you so much.

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  2. Rachael May 11, 2020 at 4:34 AM

    God Bless You Theo Darling!

    ReplyDelete

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