As read looked through my Public Health article
On systems thinking; a broad approach
To Public Health in today's world
I remembered 'Alma Ata declaration'
History presents the meeting as
One of the foundations of (health) system thinking
Health defined as
Complete state of
Mental,Physical and Social
Well-being of an individual
Not just the absence of disease or infirmities
Alma Ata declaration was 1978
Wasn't even born then :)
But in 2015, can't relate
With such ideal definition of health
Health is wealth:
Prestigious logo of BU Health club
Seems far-fetched
Over three decades after Alma Ata
I wish i can explain why
Today's health deteriorates
Mental, physical and social well-being
Yet Public health exists
Suddenly health is a commodity
Logic, money even the most disciplined lifestyles
Can't afford
Is it attainable? Is it elusive?
Or are we prioritizing health deflectors?
Are we back to recognizing the absence of diseases as 'Health'
Research and development has contributed immensely
Maybe less is more
Maybe the bridge between knowledge and practice is broken
Maybe just maybe the definition was larger than life
Or maybe 1978 focus was on the most important things
Where am i in the health index? where's my immediate family?
Lol...better left unanswered
But heeeyyy....am thankful for life
However...Q.O.L
I would try to remember
Alma Ata and check if truly
Health is Wealth today
3 Jn 1:2-Beloved, I wish above all things that you may prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers(KJV 2000)
Far above Rubies
Wednesday 4 November 2015
Friday 11 September 2015
This too shall pass..hmnnn.Amin o
Understanding leader
My head, my partner in prayers
And naughty escapades
Was i too relaxed
Too trusting
Too slack in prayers
Too lethargic
Too...too..too
No I aint taking a guilt trip
No more at least
I hope to get better each day
But will not forget
How much strengths am blessed with
By focusing on weaknesses
I often listen to my broken sisters
Long before i got married
Single either in a challenging relationship
Or Married in a stressful situation
I didn't understand,but prayed for
Counselled from the bible and some good tips
Learnt from mentors
But am clueless now
And is the one being listened too,
But i can't even find the voice
To explain how my charming husband
Became a stranger
But feeble me finds strength
On my knees
Lord ENCOURAGE me
And let me know that
This too shall pass
But when unmarried friends
Remind me how lucky
I am to have a man
I smile remembering
My deal with the creator
About Quality
My marriage not Just a number
Am quickly reminded too
I didn't marry just for fun
Or for being Mrs......
But ready to be a blessing
Not 'blessing' defined by men's greed
But 'blessing' defined by God's need
Maybe He feels the same way
But doesn't know how to communicate
Help and encourage him too Lord
Pinch him,stir him, nudge him too if need be :)
But heal us both
And let not the enemy
Triumph over your people
This too shall pass
In my our life lives,in our homes, families
Nations,churches
Yes it has come TO PASS!
Amen
Thursday 10 September 2015
Sisters, Judge your 'family of choice', yes JUDGE!!!
Often we hear
Do not Judge
Bible says so
People echo it
Society uses it
As a veil
To mask extreme
Abuse and wickedness
I have walked the path
I am speaking from experience
Judge at the decision making process
Do not be convinced by your partner
Or promises
Especially if it is backed up
By complacency not a firm resolute
We do not choose the family
We spring from
But the power of choice
Give us the ability to choose
The family you marry into
It is not enough
To decide to be a blessing
But be wise my dear sister
So your blessing doesn't get choked
And all is left is
Fighting the wind
Until God comes to your rescue
Don't always give God
Extra work...
When He gave you wisdom
Use it my dearest
Don't ignore red flags
Some families are bizarre
Filled with scallywags
Mistaken Haggai for Esther
Replacing Sarah with Jezebel
Substituting David with Absalom
Even in a world of imperfection
Christ beckons hope in repentance
Yet they hold the truth in ungodliness
But twice dead plucked up by the roots
Raging waves of the sea
Foaming out their own shame
Wandering stars
To whom is reserved
Blackness of darkness forever(Jude 12-13KJV)
Keep trusting
Keep hoping
Keep believing
Keep loving
Keep praying
But when you have the opportunity
Judge mercilessly
So you don't have to die
Spiritually or physically...
A part of you
Doesn't have to die
To testify or be a story teller
Be wise my sisters
Monday 31 August 2015
Peace by the Prince of Peace
Peace is a priceless commodity
In today's world
Where hustle and bustle
Leaves us startled
But in Jesus
We find peace
Praise bursts out
After we have come
To embrace peace
By the Prince of Peace
Jesus...
Love u Lord
I am that I am
The holy one of Isreal
Lion of Judah
Ancient of days
Rock of ages
Thank you Lord
For such priceless Peace
Incomprehensible
Restful
Hopeful
Praiseful
Thoughtful
and Loveful :)
In today's world
Where hustle and bustle
Leaves us startled
But in Jesus
We find peace
Praise bursts out
After we have come
To embrace peace
By the Prince of Peace
Jesus...
Love u Lord
I am that I am
The holy one of Isreal
Lion of Judah
Ancient of days
Rock of ages
Thank you Lord
For such priceless Peace
Incomprehensible
Restful
Hopeful
Praiseful
Thoughtful
and Loveful :)
Grace-Based Parenting and Dreams
Every parent has a dream
Of God-given child(ren)
To nurture IN love
Train with the Word
Laced with discipline
All grounded in Grace
Kiss almost every moment
Hug after every 'little step stagger'
Smack at naughty attempts
Chuckle along as they negotiate
Verbally or non-verbally :)
How do you know
The training was
Dug down deep
Internalized in character
Not a mere farcade
That wears off so easily
In the face of
Pleasure or pressure
Only time can tell
Whether they will
End up as Blessings
Or as extortioners
Virtues or Vices
Hand them over
To the Potter
He will mold
As He deems Fit
Lord help P&I
As well as other parents
As we attempt
Grace-based parenting
***dedicated to our loving godly and supportive parents. Love u
Of God-given child(ren)
To nurture IN love
Train with the Word
Laced with discipline
All grounded in Grace
Kiss almost every moment
Hug after every 'little step stagger'
Smack at naughty attempts
Chuckle along as they negotiate
Verbally or non-verbally :)
How do you know
The training was
Dug down deep
Internalized in character
Not a mere farcade
That wears off so easily
In the face of
Pleasure or pressure
Only time can tell
Whether they will
End up as Blessings
Or as extortioners
Virtues or Vices
Hand them over
To the Potter
He will mold
As He deems Fit
Lord help P&I
As well as other parents
As we attempt
Grace-based parenting
***dedicated to our loving godly and supportive parents. Love u
Monday 17 August 2015
Customized race
While i was about putting together
More slides for a presentation
My mind was struck
By such meaningful message
Run your customized race
In an environment where
We have been taught
To engage in a T.E.A.M
Where together everyone achieves more
Well, it works in the social world
And of course in marriage
Its 'no more two'
Instead, you both learn
The rudiments of music
Till it is harmonized
Breaking into a tune
Suitable to the ears
After repeated moments
Of shrilling, going off tune
Back to the customized race
What is your motive
If it is often compared to others
You are running a rat race
If thinking about others' challenges
Inspires you to decide, write, act
Or soothe a poorly developed ego
Then you are yet to get on your marks
You are yet to find your purpose
Yet to breathe
Yet to live
Yet to smile truly
Yet to frown sincerely
Yet to dance in and out of rhythm
Why?
Because its not your race...
Its motivated by an external force
Maybe its time to end their race
And thank God for yours
The baton is held out
Are you ready for your customized race?
Note: This post does not undermine the benefits of motivational factors or inspiring mentors,instead it calls the reader (hopefully)from a world driven by competition to a life driven by inner purpose and calling.
Wednesday 5 August 2015
Watch out daughter, am the Author and the Finisher
In such technologically driven world
Christianity is overwhelmed
Motivational speaking takes the center stage
While the sWORD has been shifted off the focus
But Daddy God has a way
Of pulling drawing us back
To the Master Piece
To the life manual or better still
A life jacket for the storms of life
(No that doesn't illustrate the essence of the Word)
It is the very breath of life
Without which we are dead
Grouping in the dark
Tossed about by every FB personal opinion
Or Whatzapp messages
Or Nairaland news
Sniffing life out of God's image
Believing in conformity
Instead of seeking to be
Transformed by the word
I struggle to find a balance
Staying informed about current affairs
Yet hearing from my father
The infallible word
Boldly inscribed in the Word
Look unto Jesus
Author and Finisher of Faith
How often I let Jesus author my faith
Then let doubts,opinions,noises,great suggestions
Drown the voice of the Master Jesus
Becoming the finisher of my faith
In mercy am redeemed, in love restored
Not just me but all of God's wandering children
To the author and finisher of my faith
Looking unto Jesus....Heb 12:1-2
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