You, Me and Esther Arunga

One of my Aunties once told me that I do not need to have an opinion on everything. That was before the advent the information-technology age.I will breach that code for Esther Arunga.For all the guys in Nairobi who watch KTN Prime News just because of this phenomenal woman...I feel you.News will never be the same. The loss is great, I tell you. (Moving on, does Peninah Karibe have a facebook group?)

However,


I will not join you in analysing her personal life. We have no right to do that.I believe that media freedom is not superlative to the right to personal privacy.She has the right to make her own decisions, and live life as she pleases.

On the other hand,

In the case of the 'Church', the Scripture is clear: in Paul's second Epistle to Timothy, speaking on matters of doctrine, the Apostle says:

Nevertheless, God's solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: "The Lord knows those who are his," and, "Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness." (2 Tim 2 :18, NIV)

Some things are just without exception.If the 'church's ' doctrine conforms to this Scripture, and indeed, all Scripture, we'll and good; if not, trust me, time will tell... and before it does, keep away!

You, me and Esther Arunga

We are all the same, seeking to have a meaningful existence: one that will benefit all and secure our eternity. Yet we all live in a crazy world.Now, before you or I seek to take the speck out of her eye, let us venture to remove the block of wood in our own.

Most of us live a private existence, away from the harsh glare of the media, unlike Esther. If the things we do in secret were to be aired...you get my point. And do you know what? even before God, everyone shall have to give an account of himself/ herself alone. You won't be required to give an account of her life.Then,why are we devaluing her to the extent of small talk over lunch?

So let her alone.

Its time to get our own act together, individually. There is no such thing as you, me and Esther Arunga. We all stand to account for our own selves, and none of us will stand as judge of the other.You will be held accountable for your own actions, good or bad. Individually.

If at all you want to be involved in her private affairs, wait for her to ask for your help. If she doesn't , and you still deem it necessary, request her.If she refuses your help, let it go.You've done your best. You can only but pray.

In short,we should do away with this gossipy, backbiting and back-stabing culture, a culture that uses the media to tear each other down.

All the best in life, Esther.