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Published on 2024-04-04 14:20:33
On Tuesday at Ngabezweni Royal Residence, His Majesty King Mswati III bid farewell to church leaders who had gathered for the Good Friday services. The King expressed his gratitude for the increasing number of attendees each year and stressed the importance of following the teachings of the Bible as a guiding light for the nation. He warned that straying from these teachings could lead to curses on the nation, emphasizing the seriousness of deviating from the divine path.
King Mswati III highlighted the priceless gift of the Bible and its significant role in shaping their lives and the nation, stating that their ancestors passed down the Bible to them as a tool for navigating life. He urged everyone to hold steadfastly to its teachings, as veering away from them could have grave consequences.
The King also spoke about the cleansing power of the prayerful weekend, noting that all participants had been purified of their sins. He encouraged the church leaders to embrace their identity as children of God and to boldly proclaim their faith, drawing inspiration from the courage of Jesus Christ in the face of challenges, such as His encounter with the Pharisees.
In addition to bidding farewell, King Mswati III appointed six new church leaders, entrusting them with the responsibility of guiding their congregations and spreading the word of God. He urged the newly ordained leaders to fulfill their duties diligently and continue the divine mission of their predecessors.
Furthermore, the King called on the church leaders to serve as ambassadors of faith, tasked with maintaining the spiritual well-being of the nation. He emphasized the importance of sharing the message of hope and love with others, urging all attendees to embrace their role as custodians of Eswatini’s spiritual heritage.
As the event concluded, His Majesty reminded everyone of the significance of upholding the teachings of the Bible and the crucial role they play in shaping individual lives and the nation as a whole. He reiterated the need for faithfulness and obedience to these teachings, emphasizing the positive impact they can have on the spiritual well-being of the nation.
Overall, King Mswati III’s address to the church leaders at Ngabezweni Royal Residence emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and spreading the message of hope and love. The event served as a reminder of the crucial role that spiritual guidance plays in the lives of individuals and the nation, highlighting the need for unity and adherence to the teachings of the Bible for a prosperous and spiritually rich Eswatini.
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