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ABSTINENCE IS THE LONG AWAITED ANSWER

Abstinence is simply explained as the act of staying away from sexual activity of ‘any kind’. ‘Any kind’ because as of today, people have chosen and invented new and contrary ways of engaging in sexual acts. Some willingly commit adultery and fornication, while others go to an extent of doing gruesome and filthy acts of having sex amongst same genders, whereby females have sex amongst themselves and men likewise. Abstinence, if practiced with total commitment can prevent today’s social ills such as fornication, adultery, homosexuality, home wreaking and the spread of so transmitted diseases including HIV|AIDS. It can be argued that in most instances people are driven to engage in such acts by the urge to experiment. For instance, one may try doing a sexual act with a person of the same gender simply to know how it would feel to do such. Or people generally may engage in sexual activities because it ‘is socially acceptable’ to do such. In order to achieve an abstinence dominant generation, societies should bring themselves closer to God and absolutely abide by His principles, which should not be much of a strain for Botswana and its citizens since the country is known as a Christian nation. The Bible clearly speaks against sexual immorality. Genesis 19:1-11 describes homosexuality as a ‘wicked thing’ and Leviticus 18:22 say it is a ‘detestable sin.’ If God Himself is against sexual immorality, who are we to do otherwise? It is commendable to listen to God and do as He wills. After all He is the one who created us. Who do you listen to? However it should be noted that an exception of abstinence is made for legally married couples, that is husband and wife, as in male and female, not anything that does not conform to this.

Counterfeit vs. Original

Since Chinese retailers came into existence, masses have since flocked around and rally behind them. Almost every one of us owns something that has been bought from these retailers. What’s so special about their goods? Really, it’s only because they are a replica of the original and therefore are sold at very low prices, perhaps three or four times cheaper than the original. Why are the retailers so generous? Well there is a catch of course. In addition to their deceitful appeal, they make one lose out on the original item. Their life span is so very much limited, they do not last longer as compared to the original. Imagine if one was to buy something original, it would much longer and possibly be forever. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? Now, why choose something that won’t last? Is it because of the deceit or maybe ignorance as in lack of knowledge? Now, two kingdoms exist. One is genuine and other is absolutely fake! There is the Kingdom of God, which is very much true. Then there is Satan, who is nothing but a counter energy. He is the ruler of the kingdom of darkness which many people are following because devil has deceived. He entices his followers with ‘goodies’ which do not offer permanent satisfaction, the most common one being lust|sexual immorality. As these unfortunate ones follow the devil, they are steadily being led to destruction. Similar to the concept of Chinese retailers and genuine ones, it would be much beneficial if people chose the genuine kingdom as compared to the fake one. But now since most of us want things which are quick to access we end up going for things which do not benefit us at all. We could all go for God and have ever lasting life.

And So Satan Became

As a city dweller, I most certainly have the privilege to walk across several shopping malls. One thing that I usually notice is the movement of people, not few but rather many, walking up and down. Others hurriedly, and some just strolling off. One may argue that nowadays everyone is too busy and minding their own business. But as for me the more I come across this scenario the more I see confusion. I become more convinced that majority of people out there are confused. The world at large is drawn towards negativity. This is in the sense that most often than not we hear much of the bad that is occurring worldwide as compared to the good, which of course would account for positivity. Botswana is currently is its own share of the negative occurrences. There are reports of satanic worship. Just recently there talks of such taking place inside caves in some villages. Peace no longer reigns in our country. There are constant reports of assassinations and robberies, and oh behold! Not just ordinary robberies. Thieves come with all sorts of armor; guns, knives, machetes and even axes which they use without hesitation nor fear. And worldwide, there is so much unrest. There are endless conflicts. Governments fight with civilians, religious groups kill each other, each wanting to impose their religion on the other with the belief that theirs is more superior than the other. Negativity is immense such that pointing out every kind that exists out there could take forever. This all constitutes to confusion. But why, why is there is so much confusion? The answer is really simple. It is all because Satan became. He was beforehand an angel of God, but he chose to be rebellious. In his doing so he deceived Adam and Eve to follow suit, which they did. And so human beings inherited this deceit, hence the confusion.

The enemy in tomorrow

Becoming a born again Christian is one of the greatest highlights of my life, if not the best. I have since had a lot of edifications which have made my life so much richer. I had endless opportunities of being an audience of the many channels that spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, one of which is Radio Pulpit. One particular message that I recall is that of laziness. Laziness is a corrosive habit that enjoys postponing things. Laziness and habit put together become toxic. Laziness postpones, saying, ‘I will do it tomorrow.’ Or ‘let me sleep for a few more minutes.’ On the other hand habit hardens, leading to resistance to change. Check list There are some signs to observe to find out if indeed one has not fallen into this nasty trap of laziness. These include; •	Love for sleep- sleeping longer than necessary •	Having excuses for not working •	Unreliable •	Always disorganized •	Surrenders easily and allowing all kinds of opportunities to pass by

Way out However, there are available solutions for laziness such as; •	Planning and organizing our lives •	Practice of self-discipline to assist in the realization of the plans •	Welcome responsibility and be determined to work hard.

In whose shadow?

Two kingdoms dominate for us the living. Both of which are battling it out for us to rally behind. One stands for good, the other for bad. The interesting thing about people is that everyone has been with these qualities and are in our sub consciousness. They are activated as we grow up by the choices we make. One may ask, how exactly are these two qualities activated? Well, it is partly influenced by what people are exposed to. For example, growing up in a violent home one may end up believing that violence is the correct way of behaving. This constitutes for bad. On the other hand, being in an environment filled with positivity like helping those in need, or simple gestures such as greeting one another is a representation of good. Now, the afore mentioned kingdoms have rulers. The kingdom of light or good is ruled by God, while the kingdom of darkness or bad is ruled by Satan. It is important for people to know that their actions represent who they are as well as what they stand for. Whether one is a pusher of the devils mandates, or one is for God’s goodness is all shown by what they do. Simply choose, do good and be for God, or do bad and be for Satan!