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Heyyyyyyy ! I am V OF THE MOST HIGH GOD. Welcome to the Yielded Center. Through my reflections on faith, my meditations on scripture and intimacy with Holy Spirit, l aim to inspire my readers to cultivate an authentic transformative walk with God. We yield by living a spirit led life.
Do you desire this? Then keep showing up here and let’s get practical.
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l look at myself in the mirror DAILY! Even when I’m not going anywhere. I tone my face in the mirror, oh l even brush my teeth in the mirror, I don’t know why? You do it too don’t you? I know you do. I just know it!
Can I be real with you for a moment? Most days, I’m in front of the mirror. But on the days I have to leave the house? Oh, I go all in checking everything. Hair? Perfect. Foundation? Blended to the T. Brows? Twins, not distant cousins. Earrings? Symmetrical and shining. I even double-check my outfit from every angle. But on days when I know I’m not going anywhere? I honestly couldn’t care less. Hair in a mess? That’s fine. No makeup? Not a problem. Why? Because no one’s going to see me anyway.
I’ll let you sit with that for a moment. Wanna take a guess where I’m going with this? Now here’s the real question: Why do we put in all the extra effort only when we know someone’s watching?
You’d probably say, “Well, I want to be presentable.” You want to fit into the room, to carry yourself well, to not show up at work with wild hair or crusty lips (buy lip balm please) And honestly, I get it. Like my apostle always says: “Dress for the occasion.” And I agree!
I still don’t understand what morning slippers are doing at the mall at 4 PM but hey let’s not go there today. 😅 Here’s the thing though…We go all out to look a certain way in front of others, but we rarely keep that same energy for ourselves. Sweetheart this isn’t about make up, installations and good trims. This is what we do emotionally too.
We wear a facade of strength, hiding heaviness behind smiles just to impress people or appear “put together.” Some of those emotional “looks” hide what we’ve left unfixed for years. Not because we couldn’t, but because we weren’t intentional, for ourselves.
Heal for you. Let go of the anger for you. Work on your heart not to make people think you’re an Angel , but because you matter. Be just as intentional with your heart as you are with your skincare routine. Be just as extra with your mind as you are with that one pair of shoes that must match the outfit perfectly.
Do it for you.
Not the rushed, surface-level healing that happens just because a partner shows up and now we want to “prove” we’re happy. No. This is about deep, lasting, quiet healing that happens even when no one’s watching.As we reflect today, take sometime in the mirror. What it shows you either deserves an applause or fix. Do both, for you. I love you 🩷
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Today I want to talk about courage, the kind of courage that Peter had when he stepped out of the boat.
Yes, Peter may have begun to sink. Yes, Jesus said he had little faith. But I still applaud him because out of twelve people, he was the only one who dared to try. He had never walked on water before, but he believed that because Jesus was doing it, he could too. When Peter said, “Lord, if it’s You, bid me come,” and Jesus said, “Come,” that was all he needed. The thought alone, to do what Jesus was doing, required faith. To dream BIG! It showed a heart that believed the impossible was possible through Christ.
What about the other eleven? Maybe they were watching. Maybe they wanted to believe. But they stayed seated, perhaps thinking, This is only for Jesus. But Jesus wasn’t modelling something unattainable, He was actually showing them possibilities. One where walking on water wasn’t out of reach, where healing the sick and doing mighty works was possible through the power of God.
If you’re someone with big dreams like me, I dey dream ohhhhh! I’m a serious day dreamer even. Those God-sized dreams. Maybe no one around you is doing it. Maybe it seems unheard of. But if God has shown you the vision, then the possibility already exists. If God says you can walk on water, you can walk on water. If He says go out two by two and heal the sick, then that is what we are to do.
Even if no one else around you has seen it happen, you can be the first to step out. Why? Because God’s power backs you. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you and quickens your mortal body (Romans 8:11). That same Spirit, the breath of the Almighty gives you understanding (Job 32:8). You already have the divine capacity within you to do great and mighty things.
The Bible says in Daniel 11:32, “But the people who know their God shall be strong and do exploits.” That means if we know God, we should be doing great things. So, why aren’t we? Often, it’s fear. But the Word reminds us that God’s perfect love casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). If fear is holding us back, perhaps it’s time to revisit God’s love, His power, and His promises. NOW Step out of the boat!
So today, be encouraged. You don’t need the crowd to step out. The eleven may still be sitting, but you? You can put your foot out and begin to walk. Move in faith. Move with courage. Move because Jesus said, “Come.” See you at the top! ❤️
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We are launching a book tomorrow family!! And I’m so excited!!! The details on the launch are on the poster below.
Get ready to hear from some amazing speakers! They’ll be sharing on powerful topics such as:
Is time ever on our side?
Time travel
Do you remember the 90s and 2000s? Etcetera
Just a quick one today. Let’s talk about your health. Are you really taking care of yourself?
Are you eating well? Resting enough? Honouring your body, or quietly abusing your days of good health? Because here’s the truth: the consequences of neglect will always show up eventually.
Your body is the vessel God has given you to function on this earth. You can’t ignore it and expect it to keep carrying you without protest. If your long-term plan is to become a ghost, well… that mission will fail. You want to work for the Lord, right?
You want to serve, move, create, build, travel, preach abi? Then take care of the vessel. Your body can turn on you if you keep treating it like it doesn’t matter. I hope you know this. So rest. Eat wisely. Slow down if you need to. Steward your health with intention, your calling depends on it.
It is foolish to overwork the body and still expect it to function at its best. The flesh is fragile. It’s not built to run on neglect.And truthfully? A lot of these healing prayers were constantly praying could’ve been avoided if we just drank water. (I’m preaching to myself too. And yes, I’m serious.) We are trying to bind and cast what wisdom should’ve managed.
You eat all the junk in the world, never rest, never pause to breathe, and then say, “I want to win souls across the nations.” Okay but how, exactly? The devil is watching you. He’s not just looking for one door he’s studying your habits. He’s observing how you rest. And if he sees an opening, he’ll introduce some convenient little disease. And because of the lifestyle you’ve chosen, it will be “justified” , in the sense that if you tell someone who’s been sleeping around that they have an STD they won’t jump off the seat. Something in them knows the result is from a lifestyle.
Listen you don’t please God by abusing the body He wants to use.. “I’m Apostle Paul.” Eh okay. All I’m saying is this: Be wise in your dealings. Don’t sabotage your destiny with poor stewardship of your health.
Kudiwanashe Lilian Mutambirwa, also known as Lilly Nashe, is a born-again believer who has dedicated her life to spreading the message of God’s love and transformation. A marketing manager by profession, she is also a Christian influencer and motivational speaker. Her ministry focuses on empowering the youth, young adults, and women.
With over seven years of experience as a motivational speaker, Lilian has had the privilege of addressing diverse audiences at schools, corporate events, churches, and children’s camps, where she serves as a camp counsellor . Her messages are anchored under the belief of Romans 12:2, that after an encounter of Jesus Christ, true transformation begins with a renewed mind. Lilian’s future aspiration is to become an author, with a focus on books that explore Christian life and marriage. Her proposed works aim to navigate themes relevant to believers, such as single life, waiting on God’s promises, and standing firm in faith, as encouraged in Jude 1:3. Through her endeavors, she shares her personal testimony—a story of transformation through God’s love. This experience has become the cornerstone of her purpose: to introduce people to the love of God and her urgent message about the soon-coming King.
• What is a fun factor about you that most people don’t know? 🩷 A fun fact about me is that
I love to bake, primarily because I have a sweet tooth and find baking therapeutic
I get a massive dose of dopamine just seeing a cake or savoury treat come out perfectly.
• You are stuck in a place with 3 people, who would you rather be stuck with? 🩷 I would love to say my husband, my husband and my husband, but since he’s not here yet, I’ll list three amazing women: my sister Star and my two best friends, Thato and Njabulo. I think we’d have a very bearable experience. Star and Thato would cook for us, with Njabulo leading us in prayer, and I would be there for the vibes.
• Would you rather swim or ride a horse? 🩷 RIDE A HORSE! Another bonus fact about me is that I love horses, I almost did professional horse riding two years ago.
• Create a short poem titled “The day l got saved.” 🩷 The day I got saved…
I was in the middle of a forest, surrounded by young voices crying, singing, and praising. I heard the call, “If you want to give your life to Christ, raise your hand and invite Him in,” and so my hand was raised. With a face full of tears, a running nose, and a racing heart, I invited Him in. Moments later, I was led to a riverbed; there I publicly professed my faith as a bold 12-year-old girl. I was at peace. But years later, things changed. No, I changed. No longer was I a child; I now reasoned differently. The reality of life and its struggles, passions, and desires roared loudly. My home was no longer the same; pain, blood, and anger were frequent visitors. But I tried to soldier on until I couldn’t. The joy of the world enticed me, and with no one to report back to, I answered that call. For twelve months, I found a lodging place in the heart of my desires. Never truly feeling convicted, because I’m not that bad, right? It’s just one occasional drink, accompanied by an occasional puff of flavoured air, as I lay in the arms of a lover I knew my God did not know. The only thing I couldn’t do was ignore the reality of my consequences, the wages of sin and my guaranteed destination. And so there I was, again. With a face full of tears, nose running, and a heart racing, this time alone in my room on a random afternoon. I wept because no longer did I know what peace felt like; I hadn’t felt conviction in months, so I wept, “Help me, please Lord, help me,” and He answered me…
The day I got saved, I was so broken; my heart was heavy, and my life had no direction. According to the flesh, I had no reason to leave the world, but God knew my destiny—the calling over my life was greater than any pleasure this world could offer. The day I gave my life to Christ, the love a good man gave me was no longer good, because how can something good lead you to a guaranteed death? The day I gave my life to God, I encountered Love, true love. A love so real it died on the cross for everything I had done; a blood so powerful it broke every stronghold the enemy had over my family; a Love so kind it removed every feeling of condemnation within me. God’s love changed my life and rewrote my story. The day I got saved, all of heaven rejoiced, and now I rejoice daily, because Love changed my life the day I got saved.
• Tell us a bit about your background and how you began ministry? 🩷 I grew up in a Christian home. My father was an elder at church, my mum was a Sunday school teacher, and when my sister got older, she also became a Sunday school teacher. I grew up surrounded by love and always had deep gratitude for my community, teachers at school and church, youth leaders, and friends. My father was the first to recognize the gift in me, and my parents encouraged me to pursue public speaking by trying classes like Toastmasters and general high school groups. At age 12, I gave my life to Christ at a youth camp. At age 17, I remember the Holy Spirit prompting me to share a message with my peers. Before I even knew what that message was, I spoke to my principal, and she said she’d consider my request. One Friday afternoon, she called me into her office, saying their motivational speaker for the grade 11s had canceled and asked if I was still interested in sharing a word. With much excitement and humility, I agreed. That Monday morning, with all the grade 11s gathered in the auditorium, I shared a word on forgiveness, and truly the rest was history. My principal would call on me to speak at parents’ evenings, different schools, and children’s homes. I began volunteer work as a camp counselor for children’s camps, leading their praise and worship. My journey into ministry felt very natural. I read many stories, even in the Bible, of people who didn’t initially want to preach, but honestly, I was happy from the beginning. I now think this is because of my purpose: I am called to introduce God’s love to people. God’s love changed my life. His word now molds and purifies me daily. His love transforms me, and with that knowledge, I share His word and my testimonies, knowing that it is Christ who now speaks through me. His love and Spirit are at work in the hearts of those receiving this message that the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.
• Who are the spiritual mentors or voices that have influenced you most? 🩷 My dad is definitely the first. I thank God for growing up in a home where Bible study was frequent, and attending church was not optional. My dad’s gift of wisdom in how he reads and understands God’s word inspired me. He raised us to be bold and audacious young women who challenge what challenges our beliefs of truth. He held me and still holds me accountable. Second would be my youth leader, Brother Mashudu Mbedzi, an apostle at heart. It was under his leadership that I gave my life to God. He has a deep love for the youth, and his core mandate is to cultivate environments for young people to experience Jesus. Over the years, he has been the person I call with every idea, new venture, challenge, and future aspiration. Lastly, my mother has had a profound influence on my life, grounded in prayer. Her prophetic view of the gospel is one I have embraced from an early age. Her love and guidance have molded me into the confident young lady I am today.
• As a young woman in ministry, what challenges have you faced and how have you overcome them? 🩷 Respect. I am a black, single woman, and each of these aspects presents its own challenges. I thank God my father set the tone from a very young age that we should carry ourselves boldly and demand respect or simply walk away. I have encountered men who believe all women should submit to them as unto the Lord, but fortunately for me, that principle only applies to my husband. Therefore, I choose to love and respect men and women as the siblings we are, and nothing more. Submission plays a significant role in my life. I grew up with traditional parents under biblical doctrine, so I understand my place as a daughter, sister, friend, student, and servant under greater authority. Yes, I have faced many encounters where being a young, single black woman caused me to feel disrespected. However, I am not without help; God fights every battle for me. As 2 Timothy 1:7 says, I do not have a spirit of fear but one of power, love, and a sound mind. Every challenge faced is dealt with by the power within.
• How do you handle moments of burnout or discouragement? 🩷 l face these challenges often, but in those moments, I ask for help. I am not without help. I remind myself of this as a declaration when I feel alone, stuck, and demotivated. I call my friends and ask for prayer, then I pray. There have been many times when I wasn’t in the mood to go anywhere or be around anyone, but in those moments, I remember Jeremiah 33:3 and ask God to answer my cry and give me what I need to make it through. Sometimes I remind myself that being a slave may take away my comfort, so whether or not I’m discouraged, if God has called me to it, I have to see it through despite how my flesh feels. It’s not to say it’s easy, but that’s the reality of serving God, who is also Lord over my life. So yes, a bit of tough love and prayer always does the trick.
• What message do you hope young people take away from your ministry and content? 🩷 From my content, I hope people are freed from the shackles of pleasing anyone other than God. It’s okay to have a personality and love God, it’s okay to be happy, and it’s okay to enjoy this beautiful world God created. I can only hope and pray that through the ministry God calls me to, people see the tangible love of God at work in my life and testimonies and experience it for themselves. I also hope people laugh because even He who sits in heaven laughs.
• How do you stay spiritually grounded while navigating the demands of ministry and social media? 🩷 Discipline and discipleship. Ensuring that the life I present online is a true reflection of what happens offscreen. Being in God’s presence every day through prayer, Bible reading, cell groups, and any other way I can. It’s so easy to burn out, but it’s easier to keep the lamp burning when you do the work to maintain the oil for the lamp.
• Which woman in the Bible do you most identify with, and why? 🩷 The answer to this question changes for me due to the different seasons of my life, but for now, I would confidently say Deborah. I see the grace for counselling that she had within my own life, as well as my deep love for worship and song.
• List 3 gospel songs that you totally love!! 🩷 7 Hills worship – Found a love. Joyous choir x Shingisai Suluma Tidzidzisei kunamata. Phil Thompson x Victor Thompson Jesus, Lamb of God.
• Have you always known you were/are funny or did you discover it through people? 🩷 l think I’ve known from birth. I’ve always had a goofy personality, with my parents reminding me of all the silly jokes and pranks I would play on them. Later, during my school years, my love for laughter and not taking myself too seriously shone through because of the amazing friends I had.
• What’s one Bible character you think would make a great comedian? 🩷 Peter. I just imagine he had a witty sense of humor that isn’t intentional. He appears to be impulsive, much like I am, so I understand that with this personality trait, we’re quick to speak first and think later.
• If you weren’t doing ministry or comedy, what would you be doing? 🩷 Theatre for sure! I love acting, both on screen and on stage. I did theatre in high school, and I loved it. Being on stage, speaking loudly, and singing in between are my favorite things to do. It’s a dream I won’t let go of.
• What inspires your skits and comedic content? 🩷 I usually find funny sounds and think about how I want to act them out. Other times, it’s pure impulse; I act first and process later.
• Who are some international and local creators you’d love to collaborate with? 🩷 Internationally, Megan Ashley is at the top of my list. Jackie Hill Perry and Pastor Stephanie Ike Okafor are also notable, and I would have loved to work with Dr. Myles Munroe. Locally, Oboitshepo Tladi (my mum, sister, and I are major beneficiaries of her ministry; we have enough testimonies to write a book). Casper Nyovest has been on my heart for many months now, and I would be honored to have a podcast interview with him. There are many others, but I thank God that last year I had the honour of doing Instagram Lives with most of the people I once aspired to work with.
• Do you have a role model? How do they inspire you?
l don’t have a role model other than Jesus.
The life of Christ is my reference point for everything I face. I admire many people and find their lives beautiful, but my only true role model has always been Jesus Christ.
• What do you think is very important for Christian Content Creators to know? 🩷 Social media is a part of a ministry platform, so we’re accountable for what we share, say, engage in, and do in the public eye. People are always watching. That’s not to say we should be fake or put on a persona and only engage in spiritual content, but being yourself allows people to see the light of God at work in you. I love what the Christian community is today; we’re not perfect, but we love God and each other. It melts my heart to see how close most of us really are because the love we share will inevitably be seen by others, and their curiosity about that light will lead them to the cross.
• Would you do a soccer or a painting competition? 🩷 Soccer. I love sports, I love being active so I would much rather do something physical. I’m not good at soccer—I don’t even think I know how to kick straight—I’m a netball girl, but I love participating.
• What is your home language? 🩷 Shona. I am Shona, with Ndebele heritage.
• Complete this sentence, “If you could see through my tummy, you’d probably find…” 🩷 If you could see through my tummy you’d probably find rivers of living water! Just kidding, if you could see through my tummy you’d probably find it empty because I’m always hungry.
• What piece of advice would you like to leave with our readers today? 🩷 God loves you; He never stopped loving you. I went through a season where I almost forgot that truth. Pain tried to push me away from God, but because of His love, He rescued me again and held me in His warm embrace. It’s okay to hurt as long as you remain in Him. Cry in His arms. God’s love brings so much joy. Regardless of what we seek to gain from God, the greatest gift will always be Him—just Jesus. We are not without help; we have a Comforter, Healer, Father, Lord, and Friend. How exciting is it that the King of Kings, there before the beginning of time, would love us so much that He died to save us? What manner of love is it that the Lord of Lords knows your name and solely wants you—your yes, your heart, and your life? Just you and the Savior for all eternity
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