![]() |
Saidi Chishimba |
In Christ Alone
That God is glorified through the passionate love for Jesus Christ. Winning souls and changing lives.
God's Wrath was Satisfied

Preach the Word!!
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
VODIE & SAIDI'S DEATH: AWAKE DEAR CHRISTIAN!
Tuesday, 8 April 2025
10 LESSONS FROM 10 YEARS OF MARRIAGE
Recently, someone walked to me and congratulated me on our 10th wedding anniversary. She then went on to say, "You should write 10 lessons from the 10 years." We laughed about it and I promised to fulfill the task. As we celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary, we've distilled some essential lessons that have helped us build a strong relationship.
1. Godliness
Prioritizing God in our marriage has been a cornerstone of our relationship. We believe that God brought us together, and He's the one who keeps us together. As Ecclesiastes 4:12 reminds us, "A threefold cord is not easily broken." By praying for each other and serving God together, we've strengthened our bond.
2. Friendship
Nurturing our friendship has been vital to our marriage. We make time to talk, laugh, eat, and play together, doing life as a team. Friendship looks beyond physical beauty and endures beyond the wedding day.
3. Love
Love is the foundation of our marriage. We've come to understand that marriage love is the will and desire to love each other for who we are, flaws and all. This selfless love has helped us grow together.
4. Forgiveness
Forgiveness has been a crucial aspect of our relationship. We've learned to let go of grudges and resentments, choosing instead to forgive and move forward. This has helped us avoid the toxic cycle of bitterness and anger.
5. Tolerance
We've learned to accept and appreciate each other's unique qualities, interests, and quirks. By embracing our differences, we've created a more harmonious and loving environment.
6. Communication
Effective communication has been a game-changer in our marriage. We've learned to express ourselves clearly, listen actively, and navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding. Lack of effective communication in a marriage is like riding a bicycle with your eyes closed.
7. Sensitivity
Being sensitive to each other's needs and situations has helped us build a stronger connection. We ask ourselves, "What does my partner think about this? How can I be of service to them?" These gestures have fostered a deeper sense of love and respect.
8. Humility
Humility has been essential in our relationship. We've learnt to put each other first, consider each other's perspectives, and grow in this virtue together. By learning to let go of pride, we've created a more loving and supportive environment.
9. Oneness
We've come to understand that we're one flesh, united in our love for each other and for God. By doing things together, agreeing as one, and growing in oneness, we've strengthened our bond.
10. Accountability
As each other's keepers, we've learned to hold each other accountable and support each other in our journey. We encourage each other to speak truth and love into each other's lives.
These lessons have helped us build a strong foundation for our marriage, and we're grateful to God for the journey we've shared so far.
Friday, 29 November 2024
A CONFERENCE WORTH ATTENDING
Thursday, 7 November 2024
THE JOYS OF CHURCH PLANTING
As a church planter, I experienced the thrill of seeing God's work in the lives of others. Despite the challenges, there are several joys in church planting.
Firstly, the salvation of souls brought immense joy. After weeks and months of evangelism and preaching, it was thrilling to see people come to faith in Christ. Sometimes, it took months or even years to see the fruit of my labour, but when I did, it was a reminder that my efforts were not in vain.
Secondly, building relationships was also a highlight of my ministry. Whether it was with people in my church, the community, or with other pastors, I learned that many people respond to the Gospel and to leadership when they know who I am. Building relationships is crucial in making the Gospel available and sharing it with clarity.Thirdly, preaching God's Word was a joy and a privilege. Proclaiming the message of the cross is a humbling experience, and it was thrilling to know that the words I proclaimed were not uttered in vain.
Lastly, witnessing God's grace on the flock brought me immense joy. Seeing members find believing marriage partners, transition from Sunday school attendants to faithful members, or go on to serve in other churches was a thrill. It's a reminder to look to the bright side of things and celebrate God's work.
In conclusion, ministry is a joy! If you are serving somewhere, be encouraged. If you know someone church planting somewhere, encourage them with these words.
Friday, 1 November 2024
WHEN A PASTOR RESIGNS-CHAPTER 5 (A word to rural church planters Part 2)
Last week, I shared one solution to curb pastoral resignations in rural church plants. Today, I'll cover the remaining solutions:
2. Encourage Missionary Refreshment
Missionaries often work alone, leading to exhaustion and burnout. Encourage them to take leave days to refresh and recharge. Identify able and faithful men to stand in during the pastor's absence, ensuring the church has a refreshed pastor rather than one on the verge of collapse.
3. Regular Visits
Sending churches should plan regular visits to the church plant, building meaningful relationships with members and missionaries. This helps encourage the missionary, provides valuable insights for prayer and support, and allows the sending church to understand the challenges faced by the missionary.At a Southern Province youth camp
4. Consider Church Plant's History Context
Recognize that each church plant has a unique history and context. Some may have experienced leadership gaps, conflicts, or other challenges. Acknowledge these factors and offer support and understanding to the missionary.
5. Address Financial Gaps
Rural church plants often face financial challenges due to member relocation. Consider empowering the mission station through economic activities like schools, clinics, or sports facilities, which can also serve as outreach opportunities. Ensure the missionary's financial needs are met, and they don't feel manipulated or undervalued.
Additionally, if a pastor chooses to do tent-making (part-time work), the church should be prepared to accommodate their schedule, understanding that it may impact their availability for preaching, visits, and other responsibilities.
Thank you for joining me in this series. Join me next time as I conclude this important subject.
Friday, 25 October 2024
WHEN A PASTOR RESIGNS- CHAPTER 5 (A word to rural church planters)
In my previous post, I addressed pastors, and today I'd like to share thoughts with churches involved in rural church planting. I'll offer four solutions to curb pastoral resignations, starting with one today and continuing with the rest next time.
Solution 1: Understand the Dynamics of Rural Areas
Churches in rural areas face unique challenges. People often stay for only two or three years before relocating to bigger towns for education, work, or other opportunities. This means the church loses multiple families each year, increasing the workload for the missionary pastor. I experienced this firsthand during my time as a missionary pastor, effectively pastoring three churches due to these dynamics.
![]() |
Interacting with some congregants |
To support missionaries, church elders can identify members willing to spend time with them, partnering in evangelism and understanding their daily lives. This benefits both the pastor and the sending church. When visiting rural churches, sending churches should consider the local context, avoiding comparisons with urban churches. Rural areas have different population densities, industries, and educational institutions, which impact church growth.
Instead of assuming a lack of evangelistic efforts, ask the missionary about their outreach activities. If there are no efforts, that's a concern. However, if there's active involvement but gradual growth, exercise patience and encourage the missionary. Share stories of Adonirum Judson's patience and George Muller's faith, reminding them that church growth varies by location. Celebrate gradual growth, recognizing that the tens and twenties are just as important as the fifties and hundreds.
Join me next time on November 1st, 2024, as I share the remaining solutions.
Friday, 18 October 2024
WHEN A PASTOR RESIGNS- CHAPTER 5 (A word to churches)
Last week, I addressed pastors and explored ways to support them in their vital work. Now, I turn our attention to the church as a whole, for the body of Christ is interconnected and that the individual parts impact the collective whole. Today, I will address the role of the church eldership to help reduce pastoral resignation.
Firstly, observations from pastoral resignations highlight the crucial need for strong relationships within church elderships. The pastor-elder relationship must transcend employer-employee dynamics, focusing on brotherhood in the Lord. Building relationships before assigning roles is vital, as employees rarely develop meaningful connections with supervisors. To foster mutual respect, churches should outline the eldership polity clearly and recognise pastors as equals within the eldership.
Secondly, when calling pastors, churches must consider the role they will play, including providing leadership and vision. However, most churches overlook this reality, viewing pastors solely as preachers, visitors, and Bible study leaders.
![]() |
Kwenda poses with some of the men at CCBC after a men's breakfast meeting |
It is good for church elders to prioritize building strong, united elderships, recognizing the pastor's role in providing leadership and vision and cultivating meaningful relationships based on mutual respect and brotherhood in the Lord.
Join me next week, on October 25th, as we continue to explore the important topic of pastoral resignations. We'll be discussing the vital role that churches can play in supporting their pastors and helping to address the root causes of resignations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical advice on how to build a stronger, more supportive church community. See you then!"