02/01/2026
Always on display
In many churches , Anglican inclusive - the 'Mama Church' - sits riiiiight in front of everyone.🤣🤣🤣
This can be disconcerting, and if you are not careful, may even inhibit true connection with the service and with God Himself.
The feeling of being watched... of being judged... of being a topic of discourse... of being disliked for just being where others would've liked to be or where they feel is bigger than you!
No be small somtin🤣
And then... the matter of receiving ministry. You dare not answer any altar call before members will speculate as to what sin you might be guilty of... if you wanna repent... just do it privately... God will understand 🤣🤣🤣
Because of this, several clergy wives 'abandon' the seat of prominence, preferring rather to sit among the laity, so that they can find their ease 🤭
If you feel this way... you are not alone. One scripture I use to bolster my confidence is Heb 5: 4
"... No man taketh this honour unto himself..."
My sister... you were called and chosen by God. No be you send yourself! You are not perfect, but are a work-in-progress... biko chill!
Do not let anyone make you 'behave' yourself in the presence of your Father and His people. Moreso- it will always be a case of damned if you do; damned if you don't.
Sing, dance, shout, and lose guard if you must. Eventually, your audience will get used to your originality and move on. and if they don't... toh... nothing do you😁
Enjoy God's presence always.
Happy New Year
