Black in the Midst (Poem)

BLACK IN THE MIDST

Blacks loaded
With blackmails,
Do you still need
A blackout?

A tremendous colour
Without a blemish
But with
Tremendous blemishes
On it
Socio-political platform.

Blessed colour
But yet
To be blessed.

Blameworthy but
Meant to
Be blameless.

Though, loaded
With many
Artistic endowments.
What a superb artistry!

Yes, we're aware that
The artistic power of
The entire atmosphere
Lies in your hands.

What a friendly atmosphere!
An atmosphere of
Cautious optimism.
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  FDN NWAOZOR

Fate & Faith

FATE AND FAITH: 2 FANCY FACTS


By His grace, this edition will take time to analyze the aforementioned tools exclusively. Yes, I call them tools because both are working instruments. But the difference remains that, the former is regarded to be used by the ‘Almighty’ while mankind uses the latter. Please don’t be in haste. There’s still much time to talk about it. Like I promised, I shall be discursive in my analysis.

Fate is a power believed by some people to control everything or whatever that happens on earth, or to them. In other words, someone’s fate is anything that happens to him/her. On other hand, based on the context of this edition or analysis, faith is a strong religious belief some people have towards their creator; or towards the efficacy/supremacy of their creator.

Let’s commence with fate. Those things that happen to you, or anyone/anything around you either mysteriously (without symptom) or with symptom(s) are what we regard as fate. Your fate are the things that happen to you which you cannot control or stop. This is where nature comes in. of course, you know one can’t cheat nature. Rather, it (nature) is meant/bound to cheat you when it’s necessary. That is, no matter how powerful you are, always remember that you’re one of the subjects of nature. And this is where supremacy comes in.

Yes, in any environment one may find himself, he must be subject to one of two supreme beings. These supreme beings could be earthly. But above the earthly ones, there lies the most ultimate/superior one who’s regarded by most people as the heavenly. It’s this unseen heavenly being that can give an answer to one’s fate. Honestly most individuals, irrespective of their religious affiliations, believe in the existence of this most high being. Though, only few/some believes in fate; many are yet to acknowledge the efficacy of the tool. This is where the context of this edition lies. Let’s ride on!

Brethren frankly speaking, fate exists. Sometimes in life, we encounter one of two circumstances that seem to be mysterious to us. That is, a circumstance no one can explain why or how it took place. This also has a link with destiny. For instance, if you’re destined to be an engineer but you keep on dreaming of, or struggling towards becoming a medical doctor; along the line, you may be faced with bunch of failures. At this circumstance, one is liable to say that you’re under the influence of fate. Most times some people misinterpret it; some may see such scene as a curse whilst some sees it as lack of focus/seriousness. But don’t forget, fate plays a very vital role in our various pursuits or endeavours. So most misfortunes or accidents are attributed to fate, while some are attributable to carelessness, lack of determination (zeal), or curse. If fate is behind any circumstance you might be facing, always bear it in mind that, such situation is for your own merit, and nothing less.

Let’s usher into faith. This has to do with the trust we have for our creator. If you truly trust one, you will always rely on him regardless of the situation. Thus, there’s no faith without trust. In other words, trust begets faith. For one to embrace fate to the fullness, he/she must learn to be faithful. If you’re being surrounded by a certain unfavourable fate, the only way to overcome it is by being faithful to your supreme being. You’ve to challenge Him with faith. It’s the only key that can open any door locked with fate. Even prayers are not enough. Believe me, no amount/degree of prayers can withstand fate if such prayers are not accompanied with faith. True faith gives optimism, enthusiasm and above all, near-perfection. So we should learn to accept our fate in good faith at all times.

Even if a misfortune is attributed to some spells, challenge it with faith. This shows you acknowledge that your creator or supreme being could fight/act on your behalf. Your only contribution to such battle ought to be prayers coupled with extreme faith. No matter the intensity of the curse or misfortune, faith shall grant you happiness at the end. But mind you; if the spell you’re passing through is due to your past wrong/evil deeds, then an extra sacrifice would be required. This is where total repentance comes in. Yes, you must admit to desist from those acts. Such approach is known as practical remorse, and it’s the first step. The second step lies in seeking for forgiveness from the person you must have wronged. Then lastly, sincere prayers and faith shall shower you with eternal deliverance.

Whenever you embrace faith, you must be filled with an inspiration that, your creator can change your unfavourable fate for good at any time; or that, any new thing can manifest in your life within a twinkle of an eye. So you don’t have to be doubtful. You shouldn’t allow the event of the past to weigh you down if you truly acknowledge the efficacy of faith. Yes, it’s written already in the holy Bible (Isaiah 43: 19-21) according to the Christian virtue, “Do not cling to events of the past or dwell on what happened long ago. Watch for the new thing I am going to do. It is happening already; you can see it now! I will make a road through the wilderness and give you streams of water there. Even the wild animals will honour me; jackals and ostriches will praise me when I make rivers flow in the desert to give water to my chosen people. They are the people I made for myself, and they will sing my praises!”

Above all, faith is also the feeling of one’s confidence in someone/something’s ability or goodness. Even the married couple should exercise faith for each other if they really desire a progressive and fruitful relationship. More so, this is the only way they can overcome any temptation encountered by their institution (marriage).

Honestly, fate and faith are two fancy facts that we are meant to embrace at all times. Acknowledge them, and you shall see that the Lord is good!

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COMR. FRED NWAOZOR

frednwaozor@gmail.com

Hired Masquerades (poem)

HIRED MASQUERADES


A true impedimenta

To the continuous

Fantastic societal approach

Stipulated by

The African giant

To embrace the promise-land.



Were you hired or

You hired yourself?

Well, not really necessary.

The fact remains,

Hire is in question.



The most complicated scene;

Still the fact

That you are

Part and parcel of

The struggling society.



I wonder,

You willing agreed

To be

Among the notorious

And exploitable work force.



You are not just

A speech impediment

But a major impediment

To the societal economic growth.



Behind the bars

Ought to be

The only resting arena

For your pessimistic ego.

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FDN NWAOZOR