Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Coming Sooon,.. to This Blog
I am Working on a Design blog. This Should run along side this random Diary of mine. My design blog is going to be like my online playground. Where I experiment and also hook up with other designers and Photographers, and design and photography enthusiasts.
The decision to have another blog running vis-Ã -vis this one has been caused by many factors. One actually is the flexibility of blogger – aka, blogspot.com. Blogger is not as flexible. It limits you on the type of ways you can improve your site. You may add a long and crazy html code to your blog to achieve what you want. Which I don’t really find cool.Wordpress on the other hand aka, wordpress.com is very easy to tweak with the hundreds of plug ins available online, unlike blogger. So I haven’t been posting anything for a while now, because I wanted to switch to word press. But I found it particularly hard. In fact, I have been battling with that for a long time this year. I find wordpress easy to use, but I have sort of gotten attached to this blog. It was my first when I dived into the world of blogging two years ago.(Especially after I customized it to my own liking…) As a reader and also as a contributor. But mostly as a reader.
And so, after careful consideration, ( well, not really, I only used ‘careful consideration’ because it is a good cliche`) I decided that I should get another blog purposefully for Photography Design and any other design related stuff. I made this decision hastily really. But I will keep my first blog. I will then keep it as the random diary it has been. Where I will post anything that comes to me, or my daily, weekly or monthly endevours.
I am also adding content to this blog. It should be really nice. And an awesome read,. always
The blog is almost out. As a matter of fact, its rolling out soonest. I will brief you about it. But you best be anticipating for it as I am anticipating for it . It will be run and managed by me Yours Truly. Later then.
p.s I still love blogger. Rock on!!
Bungoma Bible School
I promised to blog about my current school. I will try my best to be specific with the details and stuff.
The institution was established in the late 1980’s by a missionary called Doris Stortlar who is nowadays commonly referred to as Mama Doris. She then partnered with Justus Ochuro (whom I add up as the son) to run the school. Him as the director of the institution.
So far the school has had over a thousand graduates in the certificate course, which takes a year to complete. It boasts of students from all over East Africa, From Rwanda Burundi Tanzania Sudan and more so Kenya . Those from Kenya also come from diverse places in the country, from Eastern Coast and even Northeastern provinces just to name a few.
The institution is also has a church in Bungoma town. The church is called Word of Life Christian Fellowship. I go to that church.
Well my school is really cool come to think of it. It has classes for only half a day. From 9 to 12.30 in the afternoon. You may be wondering what they teach. Well, wonder no more, because that is what I plan to tell you exactly.
As a theology institution it is based on mainly equipping Christians. For the work of the saints and the edification of the body of Christ.
The school offers Certificate course, which only takes a year to complete, A diploma certificate which requires 4 more semesters a after the certificate course. (Note that a semester takes three months to go through) . A degree course is also offered in the institution.
I am almost done with the Certificate course. As a matter of fact, I’ll be done in November. There many things in form of Advantages I can tell you about the Bible School . But for me to be able to tell you effectively, allow me to tell you the advantages as I see it. As it has occurred to me.
In the Bible School you will be able to develop a more intimate relationship with God. When I joined, I was just an average, church going Christian. All I knew is that I loved God and that was enough for me. Through this institution, I have developed a more intimate Relationship with God. One in which my faith has been built towards him.
Another advantage is that I have learnt so so many stuff about Christianity in general. I have learnt to pray. Not so long ago were the days I used to go to pray, and I would be like,..
“ God bless me. In Jesus name, Amen”
And that was it. Nothing more to add him. Now I know the value of Supplication Thanks Giving and even Intersession among others. I know how to pray. I know what God wants in a prayer so that it should be answered. ( and just incase you are wondering what that is, the answer is faith. God understands the Language of Faith)
I have learnt to praise and to Worship.
I have gained knowledge of the Bible. I know what God says bout my life, socially, Spiritually, Financially, and all other ways. I think this is the most important and effective part in my life personally. It is such a joy and a blessing to just know what God thinks of you.
I have also gained commitment to the call. I’m not saying that I’m cut out to be a pastor, or an evangelist or some minister in the church. But I believe that it is the duty of each and every Christian to lead lost to Christ. As he left us with that duty. It is the responsibility of each and every christen to come against all the plans of the devil through sickness diseases, plagues, accidents and all form of negative incidents.
I have also gotten my priorities set straight. I know that form here I go to the university. That will be a good thing. Because I know that there is purpose set for me in my llife. I will live to achieve that great purpose.
Did I mention I also caught a fire?? Yeupp, I caught a fire for God ( which is like also wayyy,soo tawtally amazing) and I have to warn you, I’m contagious. I love God and will tell of him who gave his life for me.
I should also add that one more advantage is that the school is the cheapest in all Kenya . Tuition fee is only 200/- and you get to pay for the books each sem at only 2000/-. There is no boarding fee. A boarding place, room, bed and mattress is provided, Electricity and Water is also provided. All you need to do is to provide yourself with food. There are Kitchens available where you can cook for yourself.
So as you can see, there is really nothing to lose. As a matter of fact there are only advantages to this Bungoma Bible School . And NO disadvantages. No lie. This is absolute fact!.
I could go on and on and on and on about it butttt, I chose not to, in any way, I will be blogging about it regularly before and even after I graduate. So you may get to know a lot about it through that way too.
Its SEPTEMBER!!!!!
Its September already!!
Jeez!! Man!! I could swear ( that is if I swore ) that this year has gone pretty fast. I never really saw this year as this point in time so far. And to be completely honest, for me to reach this far, it is truly God. So just a recap of what happened in my life this year so far. Well,.. Those who don’t know me and don’t bother to ( I will tell you any way- this is MY blog, remember?) may not know that I came from High school recently. In a country called Kenya . In short I’m Kenyan, African, Human – so all my Kenyans, Africans and finally Humans, whoop whoop!!
Its been a crazy year. I have done quite a lot with my life so far. In January I joined a theology institution in Bungoma Kenya . I promised to blog about it from now on . Then I started acquiring new hobbies to add on to the ones I had before. I fell in love with design. Graphic design to be precise. This also led to an insatiable love for web design and all manner of design trends. And so, right about that time I also started taking Design lessons. I learnt how, and I’m still learning by the way to use Photoshop and Illustrator plus a number of other design tools. Well that is not the most important part .
The most important part is that I met God somewhere down the line. I have been a
Christian all my life. But that is just a name,. Christian. I was one because I had not really made my priorities straight and I had not really decided that that was what I wanted. So I joinedBungoma Bible School after clearing Form four at Friends School Kamusinga. A high school, also situated in the Western Part Of Kenya . The main idea was to go through this one year so quickly so that I can join the university. But as formal as it may have been, as I went through the institution, the teachings were so mind opening. I discovered, and I still am discovering so much about God. This triggered a passion for God that I did not have before. I fell in Love with God all over again. Also during that, or this time rather, I have seen God work in my life so much that I have decided to involve him in my all round life. I spent days debating in my mind whether I should include this in my blog and my presence online. It has not really been easy. So I prayed about it and asked God to help me out. In time, I have been convinced that I should speak God whenever, in person, on line in twitter facebook or wherever. Because in the long run, He is the one who really matters.
Christian all my life. But that is just a name,. Christian. I was one because I had not really made my priorities straight and I had not really decided that that was what I wanted. So I joined
So to now add, as I said,. I’m Kenyan African, Human, but most of all, I’m Christian. A lover of God , A believer of Jesus Christ who is the son of God, who came to earth in Human form to die for My sins, and your sins.
There I said it!!!
By the way. It feels so good. It feels so good to have something to live for. Paul says that for Him to live is Christ. Any way… I got involved with the Youth at our Church In Bungoma. I was never that involved with anything. Even back when I was still in school. I was kinda a person who just chilled out in the background. I got involved in the dance group, not that I’m the best dancer or what not, but that I could positively use the energy that I had. I also joined the Youth Choir. ( I also discovered I could sing) It has really been amazing man!!
So in August we had this Youth Camp in Church. I tried to blog about it too. But managed only 2 posts. Not that I got tired or anything, but because I never really got time to squeeze in between there. But it was amazing. We had these powerful teachings about vision and purpose. I think this is where the Year got more interesting for me. I have been having a grand time since then.I dunno If you’ve ever been in a situation when your life is just amazing. You have so much peace. You don’t have any worries and not so so much to do, but then again,.. you got so much to look forward to.
This my involvement in the Youth group has shaped me in many ways. I have confidence before people. I can talk and challenge people in to my faith, I have learnt a lot about Leadership. I also believe that I am cut out for leadership. I also got to do major stuff in Church like organize and even MC concerts.
We had this concert on church just before guys went back to school, and guess what, I was the MC. Pretty cool huh??
Aaaaaany ways We reopened Bible School . But I graduate this term. That’s a good thing. I’m waiting I go to school next year. I’m kinda spoilt choice where to go, because my grades were not that bad, so I may make it for a fairly good course. I’ll be graduating with a an Advanced Diploma in Biblical Theology. ( but really,.just a certificate. I need 4 more semesters to get a Diploma.
Now that’s a good thing. Don’t you think??
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
The RedCall??? I Scream Conspiracy
I know its quite some time know after the red call hoax. But I could have as well kept quiet about it. What hurts me so much is that, days after the "hoax" people are still talking about it. But I'm going to prove why it's a personally presumed conspiracy.
But first, so that you do not feel so bad, and timed out, here is something I know you will love.
HOW TO TALK AT 2/- USING YOUR SAFARICOM LINE
When Zain Kenya company lowered their tarriffs many opted to join the network, but some like me, chose to remain in Safaricom ( I have been a loyal citizen for a few months now) What we expected was Safaricom to reply with an even juicier price plan. This was a plan that was supposed to make all the over 80% subscribers among other networks be happy. If they did that, that is for you to decide.
So they finally came up with a plan. Obviously with strings attached. As they call it themselves, Terms and Conditions apply.
So this is the oh so amazing plan that they came up with.
You load Airtime worth 100 through 1000 and call 2/- on net and 3/- off net
Airtime worth 50/- and you call 3/- offnet and on net.
yada yada yada. ( the rest is really not fulfilling!)
So this is how you talk at only 2/-
First you have to buy airtime worth 100/-
(yeah I know, but that is the catch, its still cheaper than 250/-)
After that, your sim will automatically switch to 2/- on net and 3/- off net
So, for you to keep talking at only that amount regardless whether you buy a 5/- card worth of airtime or 20/-. You have to get another phone and load in the amount then sambaza yourself.
There,.. you can buy a 5/- shilling credit card and still talk for their offer price of 2/- on net and 3/- off net. That is what I have been doing.
See,.. I told you that you’ll love it.
Now to the CONSPIRACY
CONSPIRACY
I’ll be brief, and leave all the thinking to you. But allow me to introduce to you the thought.
Now if you are Palestinian, Nigerian, Ghanaian or Kenyan you probably know about the red call Hoax.
Its exactly a week later after it hit Kenya by storm. I therefore decided to take you through this.
Well, all the Kenyan telecommunication companies denied all allegations conserning the red call hoax. But come to think of it, I have reason to believe that they were involved.
Well, they are smart. Viral marketing technique was used here. From social media sites such as twitter to facebook. But this way they would never even be involved right?? C’mon,..
The text rates went from as high as 5/- per text to 1/- per text. That is a crazy drop in price. They knew that this would be the right time to take viral marketing from social media, translate it into texts then distribute it around the country. How, through the ever paranoid and surprisingly ignorant population.
Here’s the business sense. If one text is one shilling, the general public would not really mind sending more than one text. Infact psychologically speaking, I would be even willing to send more texts.
So what happens if as a company we get a million texts, that means that is a a million shillings without any struggle. And what if our texts as a company go for 3.50/- and 5/- and we manage to get just 100 000 texts sent,. Then that is 350 000 and 500 000 shillings made in twenty four hours. And we close the business and keep quiet about it.
It does make sense….. think about it…
Friday, August 13, 2010
Fathers Letter to His Childrren
in about an hour, I'll be reading this to 400 people,... just thought you should see it first
It's not my writing by the way,..
It's not my writing by the way,..
My Child,
You may not know me,
but I know everything about you.
Psalm 139:1
You may not know me,
but I know everything about you.
Psalm 139:1
I know when you sit down and when you rise up.
Psalm 139:2
Psalm 139:2
I am familiar with all your ways.
Psalm 139:3
Psalm 139:3
Even the very hairs on your head are numbered.
Matthew 10:29-31
Matthew 10:29-31
For you were made in my image.
Genesis 1:27
Genesis 1:27
In me you live and move and have your being.
Acts 17:28
Acts 17:28
For you are my offspring.
Acts 17:28
Acts 17:28
I knew you even before you were conceived.
Jeremiah 1:4-5
Jeremiah 1:4-5
I chose you when I planned creation.
Ephesians 1:11-12
Ephesians 1:11-12
You were not a mistake,
for all your days are written in my book.
Psalm 139:15-16
for all your days are written in my book.
Psalm 139:15-16
I determined the exact time of your birth
and where you would live.
Acts 17:26
and where you would live.
Acts 17:26
You are fearfully and wonderfully made.
Psalm 139:14
Psalm 139:14
I knit you together in your mother's womb.
Psalm 139:13
Psalm 139:13
And brought you forth on the day you were born.
Psalm 71:6
Psalm 71:6
I have been misrepresented
by those who don't know me.
John 8:41-44
by those who don't know me.
John 8:41-44
I am not distant and angry,
but am the complete expression of love.
1 John 4:16
but am the complete expression of love.
1 John 4:16
And it is my desire to lavish my love on you.
1 John 3:1
1 John 3:1
Simply because you are my child
and I am your Father.
1 John 3:1
and I am your Father.
1 John 3:1
I offer you more than your earthly father ever could.
Matthew 7:11
Matthew 7:11
For I am the perfect father.
Matthew 5:48
Matthew 5:48
Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand.
James 1:17
James 1:17
For I am your provider and I meet all your needs.
Matthew 6:31-33
Matthew 6:31-33
My plan for your future has always been filled with hope.
Jeremiah 29:11
Jeremiah 29:11
Because I love you with an everlasting love.
Jeremiah 31:3
Jeremiah 31:3
My thoughts toward you are countless
as the sand on the seashore.
Psalms 139:17-18
as the sand on the seashore.
Psalms 139:17-18
And I rejoice over you with singing.
Zephaniah 3:17
Zephaniah 3:17
I will never stop doing good to you.
Jeremiah 32:40
Jeremiah 32:40
For you are my treasured possession.
Exodus 19:5
Exodus 19:5
I desire to establish you
with all my heart and all my soul.
Jeremiah 32:41
with all my heart and all my soul.
Jeremiah 32:41
And I want to show you great and marvelous things.
Jeremiah 33:3
Jeremiah 33:3
If you seek me with all your heart,
you will find me.
Deuteronomy 4:29
you will find me.
Deuteronomy 4:29
Delight in me and I will give you
the desires of your heart.
Psalm 37:4
the desires of your heart.
Psalm 37:4
For it is I who gave you those desires.
Philippians 2:13
Philippians 2:13
I am able to do more for you
than you could possibly imagine.
Ephesians 3:20
than you could possibly imagine.
Ephesians 3:20
For I am your greatest encourager.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
I am also the Father who comforts you
in all your troubles.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
in all your troubles.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
When you are brokenhearted,
I am close to you.
Psalm 34:18
I am close to you.
Psalm 34:18
As a shepherd carries a lamb,
I have carried you close to my heart.
Isaiah 40:11
I have carried you close to my heart.
Isaiah 40:11
One day I will wipe away
every tear from your eyes.
Revelation 21:3-4
every tear from your eyes.
Revelation 21:3-4
And I'll take away all the pain
you have suffered on this earth.
Revelation 21:3-4
you have suffered on this earth.
Revelation 21:3-4
I am your Father, and I love you
even as I love my son, Jesus.
John 17:23
even as I love my son, Jesus.
John 17:23
For in Jesus, my love for you is revealed.
John 17:26
John 17:26
He is the exact representation of my being.
Hebrews 1:3
Hebrews 1:3
He came to demonstrate that I am for you,
not against you.
Romans 8:31
not against you.
Romans 8:31
And to tell you that I am not counting your sins.
2 Corinthians 5:18-19
2 Corinthians 5:18-19
Jesus died so that you and I could be reconciled.
2 Corinthians 5:18-19
2 Corinthians 5:18-19
His death was the ultimate expression
of my love for you.
1 John 4:10
of my love for you.
1 John 4:10
I gave up everything I loved
that I might gain your love.
Romans 8:31-32
that I might gain your love.
Romans 8:31-32
If you receive the gift of my son Jesus,
you receive me.
1 John 2:23
you receive me.
1 John 2:23
And nothing will ever separate you
from my love again.
Romans 8:38-39
from my love again.
Romans 8:38-39
Come home and I'll throw the biggest party
heaven has ever seen.
Luke 15:7
heaven has ever seen.
Luke 15:7
I have always been Father,
and will always be Father.
Ephesians 3:14-15
and will always be Father.
Ephesians 3:14-15
My question is…
Will you be my child?
John 1:12-13
Will you be my child?
John 1:12-13
I am waiting for you.
Luke 15:11-32
Love, Your Dad
Almighty God
Luke 15:11-32
Love, Your Dad
Almighty God
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Youth Camp #2
Wassup Diary??!! ( Good thing you are not my High school principle, You wuold have given me that>> "are you crazy look"!!
Oh i almost forgot,
DAY 2
Today was such a great day. In many ways so. I joined my friend to celebrate the biggest thing in her life Yet. and that was good. Another reason why it was such a great day is that today I actually got to attend the services at the camp. What's even greater, I got to minister in the Youth worship team. I say that is great because I get so much joy from getting the opportunity to serve. Not that. Being a Youth meeting, I got really challenged and inspired since we had the speakers sharing a lot about DESTINY PURPOSE DREAMS AND VISIONS. I can tell you one thing I have really been inspired and moved so far. There is only so much God says about Our dreams and the purpose that he has for our lives. Actually come to think of it, everyone's' life is actually already mapped out through God's divine power. It is for us to tap in a and to live to our fullest potential.
You know what is so great about a young persons life is that you can be anything you want to be, in whatever way you want it to be. I know that I will be good and turn out great. I got my notes, One day I will blog about what I have learned and where I see God taking Me.
Okay, so that was the preaching part. But man the singing and dancing was so vibrant. There is actually a group of guys who really danced until I almost burst out laughing from stage. Those Guys were Hilarious.
Apart from that, the worship was great. I could feel the presence. And the food was great too. I gotta congratulate those peeps that were in the Kitchen today. Okay so today I was not really worked up like yesterday so I feel okay..
There's a lot that I can share from today. But those were the main highlight of the event
Here are the just but some of the stuff that happened today
Oh and By the way, there should be a photo of my friend's cake somewhere..... what a day!
SOLI DEO GLORIA
Oh i almost forgot,
DAY 2
Today was such a great day. In many ways so. I joined my friend to celebrate the biggest thing in her life Yet. and that was good. Another reason why it was such a great day is that today I actually got to attend the services at the camp. What's even greater, I got to minister in the Youth worship team. I say that is great because I get so much joy from getting the opportunity to serve. Not that. Being a Youth meeting, I got really challenged and inspired since we had the speakers sharing a lot about DESTINY PURPOSE DREAMS AND VISIONS. I can tell you one thing I have really been inspired and moved so far. There is only so much God says about Our dreams and the purpose that he has for our lives. Actually come to think of it, everyone's' life is actually already mapped out through God's divine power. It is for us to tap in a and to live to our fullest potential.
You know what is so great about a young persons life is that you can be anything you want to be, in whatever way you want it to be. I know that I will be good and turn out great. I got my notes, One day I will blog about what I have learned and where I see God taking Me.
Okay, so that was the preaching part. But man the singing and dancing was so vibrant. There is actually a group of guys who really danced until I almost burst out laughing from stage. Those Guys were Hilarious.
Apart from that, the worship was great. I could feel the presence. And the food was great too. I gotta congratulate those peeps that were in the Kitchen today. Okay so today I was not really worked up like yesterday so I feel okay..
There's a lot that I can share from today. But those were the main highlight of the event
Here are the just but some of the stuff that happened today
Oh and By the way, there should be a photo of my friend's cake somewhere..... what a day!
SOLI DEO GLORIA
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Youth Camp #1
Day 1.
Today is the day I was supposed to be in the Kitchen. Well, No service for me, at least until evening for the revivals.
UMMMMMMM.....
[ I have been so psyched up for this Youth camp. I have been talking about it from way back, so I pray that it will be a great success. Yesterday church was really amazing. We danced so vigorously (obviously not to the liking of the Older generation- But our Love is Loud, we Just can't help it) We also led the praise and worship. Can You imagine? the Youth group of around ten people standing in front of about 500-700 people in the church??? It was a first, though I totally Liked the experience.. Any way, I promised to blog about the Youth camp.]
HUHHHH...[LONG SIGH]
(And now back to where I was)
I knew it was going to be a hard task, I was almost alone, the rest of the guys had other stuff to tale care of. My sister, whom I was to be with in the Kitchen had to report to Moi University that day. A lot of inconveniences came at first. We had agreed to meet at 8.30ish, but no one was there at 9.30, I think I only saw one person, But then again, We had to do our thing. The church was opened and we started praying until people finally started coming in. ( Remember I was still supposed to cook) Why lie, though, the day started at a verrrrrrrrrry slow rate. People finally started showing up at around 12. Lucky me there were not so many people to feed. Rice with Beans, and that was done!
Immediately after we started cutting the sukuma wiki (kales) what!! that was the most hectic thing I did. No , wait, I forgot the cooking Ugali part. You can imagine, preparing Ugali for a 50 people serving can be hectic. But I made it! whooooo!! -i wont disclose who cooked the Ugali. for the mean time just keep thinking its me.-
And so evening came and I had not really recorded any service atandences. But This will be a great Youth convention. We already have so many borders. This is good.
And of course I leave you with a few photos from the super amazing day.You know I would still say that!!...
Good night dairy!
SOLI DEO GLORIA
Today is the day I was supposed to be in the Kitchen. Well, No service for me, at least until evening for the revivals.
UMMMMMMM.....
[ I have been so psyched up for this Youth camp. I have been talking about it from way back, so I pray that it will be a great success. Yesterday church was really amazing. We danced so vigorously (obviously not to the liking of the Older generation- But our Love is Loud, we Just can't help it) We also led the praise and worship. Can You imagine? the Youth group of around ten people standing in front of about 500-700 people in the church??? It was a first, though I totally Liked the experience.. Any way, I promised to blog about the Youth camp.]
HUHHHH...[LONG SIGH]
(And now back to where I was)
I knew it was going to be a hard task, I was almost alone, the rest of the guys had other stuff to tale care of. My sister, whom I was to be with in the Kitchen had to report to Moi University that day. A lot of inconveniences came at first. We had agreed to meet at 8.30ish, but no one was there at 9.30, I think I only saw one person, But then again, We had to do our thing. The church was opened and we started praying until people finally started coming in. ( Remember I was still supposed to cook) Why lie, though, the day started at a verrrrrrrrrry slow rate. People finally started showing up at around 12. Lucky me there were not so many people to feed. Rice with Beans, and that was done!
Immediately after we started cutting the sukuma wiki (kales) what!! that was the most hectic thing I did. No , wait, I forgot the cooking Ugali part. You can imagine, preparing Ugali for a 50 people serving can be hectic. But I made it! whooooo!! -i wont disclose who cooked the Ugali. for the mean time just keep thinking its me.-
And so evening came and I had not really recorded any service atandences. But This will be a great Youth convention. We already have so many borders. This is good.
And of course I leave you with a few photos from the super amazing day.
As you can see it was a pretty hectic day, full of smoke,.. But it ended quite well. I thank the Most High God for that... |
Good night dairy!
SOLI DEO GLORIA
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