This archive report was first published on 15 September 2019.
Restoring Our Fear of God ¶
Published on September 15, 2019, in The Standard.
As a nation, we have lost our sense of fear and reverence for God. This is evident in the way leaders conduct themselves in places of worship, often using these sacred spaces for political gain and to sell their toxic ideologies.
Recently, a disturbing incident occurred at the Gaitu Catholic Church in Murang'a, where Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and nominated MP Maina Kamanda engaged in a heated argument. This behavior is unacceptable from leaders who are expected to set an example by maintaining decorum, even in the face of provocation.
Emotional intelligence is a virtue that is expected of every leader, and especially those in higher echelons of leadership. When leaders bare their fangs in public, they not only embarrass themselves but also inadvertently disqualify themselves from the league of higher-level leaders.
The Bible records a sad incident in the days of Eli the priest, where his sons turned to wickedness in the House of God. Eli's response was one of distress and concern, highlighting the gravity of sinning against God. Unfortunately, we have lost this sense of fear and reverence for God, and it is reflected in the way we conduct ourselves in places of worship.
As God's representatives, we have a responsibility to uphold the dignity of our God and the Gospel. However, we have cheapened the Gospel and lowered the dignity of our God by engaging in wicked theatrics and unbecoming behaviors. Instead, we are beholden to politicians, who seem to be our gods.
The consequence of this is that the salt of the earth has lost its saltiness, and we are left with a society that is morally bankrupt. Jesus said that when salt loses its saltiness, it is good for nothing but to be trampled upon by men, which is sadly happening in our country.
While some may suggest that the cure lies in banning politicians from attending or participating in Church activities, this is not the solution. Instead, leaders must live up to their title and exercise decorum in all their conduct, especially in places of worship, out of reverence for God.
