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Echoes of Biblical Tyranny in Kenya

In the heart of East Africa, Kenya is embroiled in a narrative reminiscent of ancient kings and prophets. Drawing parallels from the Bible, particularly the days of King Rehoboam and the reign of Ahab and Jezebel, Kenya finds itself tangled in a web of governmental indifference and coercive policies.

Much like King Rehoboam, whose heavy yoke burdened his people, Kenyans today face the weight of oppressive taxes and perplexing regulations. Recent proposals to restrict farmers from sharing organic seeds and the notion of requiring farming practitioners to possess a minimum degree speak volumes about a leadership detached from the realities of its citizens.

The words of Kenya’s leaders, echoing King Rehoboam’s unyielding stance, lack empathy and understanding. Their coercive language only serves to exacerbate the plight of the common citizen, while they remain ensconced in their positions of power, reminiscent of the days of Ahab and Jezebel.

The flooding crisis gripping Kenya paints a poignant picture of leadership out of touch with the people’s suffering. Disregarding expert advice and relying instead on self-appointed “prophets,” Kenya’s leadership mirrors the arrogance of Ahab’s court.

In Isaiah 3:4, the Bible forewarns of leaders who fail to empathize, leaving the populace oppressed and neglected. Today, Kenya finds itself under the governance of individuals more concerned with self-indulgence than the welfare of their people.

Calls for divine intervention resonate strongly among Kenyans facing such adversity. Just as the Bible offers solace in times of despair, the plea for redemption in 2 Chronicles 7:14 echoes through the hearts of many. Kenyans find themselves compelled to seek salvation amidst a landscape of governmental indifference and self-serving agendas.

As the nation grapples with its challenges, the call for unity in prayer becomes more imperative than ever. Only through collective repentance and a genuine desire for change can Kenya hope to find healing and redemption.

In the tapestry of Kenya’s history, echoes of biblical narratives serve as a sobering reminder of the perils of leadership devoid of empathy and compassion. As Kenyans navigate their path forward, may they draw strength from the timeless wisdom of scripture, finding solace in the promise of divine intervention and the power of collective prayer.

David Kedode

David is a husband to a loving wife-Dinah, a father of two, Daniella and Darian and above all, a born-again Christian. David is currently working at TNR Trust as the Administrator and a part time Virtual Assistant at TrayerWilderness.com as a Virtual Assistant and also as a contributing author at http://trayerwilderness.com/category/positively-encouraging/inspiration-encouragement/. I'm a Born again Christian mostly interested in the youths. My hobbies include: Playing soccer, cooking, reading and travelling. I also manages my a blog Youths4Life.com where I write about issues relating to our youths, and general family matters.

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  • I love how you see parallels of today's world and bible stories. It goes to show how relevant the Bible is to our current times. And once again, your posting shows how history will repeat itself over and over again, until we learn the lesson.
    Thank you,
    Laura / SpaceGirl 💞

    • Thank you sister Laura for your kind comment. We are living the Bible times.

  • We commit our country and our leaders to prayer. I pray and believe that one day we will vote for leaders with wisdom, not emotions. May we elect leaders who are God-fearing and honest in their promises.

    • Exactly my sister. We go to the ballot with emotion and then we find ourselves in the mess. May the Most High help us.

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