http://tandrew.tigblog.org/ What's on the minds of young leaders from around the globe? en-us http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/519953 GOD BLESS AFRICA.]]> Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:23:00 EST http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/519953 http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/427177 Sometimes we get so caught up in seeking God's presents that we forget all about His presence! God wants every believer to remain in His presence and have a personal relationship with Him just like you would with any other friend. King David knew the importance of seeking God's presence and dwelling with Him. In Psalm 27:4, David writes, One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple. David set himself to seek and require one thing--God's presence. The next two verses (Psalm 27:5-6) tell us the rewards of seeking God: For in the day of trouble He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His tabernacle and set me high upon a rock. Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at His tabernacle will I sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. The rewards of seeking God are awesome; not only will you develop a closer relationship with God, but you will also find true joy and contentment. Psalm 16:11 says, You will fill me with joy in your presence. In other words, joy is found in God's presence--not His presents! Therefore, evaluate your life to make sure that you're seeking God, not just His gifts.
Be willing to let your schedule be altered if knowing God better requires it.
How can you know God better? Read his word, pray, listen for his voice, worship him. Notice that all of these things require time. In fact, improving any relationship with other people or with God requires time. However, far too many people find themselves too busy to spend any time getting to know God better. They've filled their calendar with pursuits of money, wealth, success, and status. However, as Solomon discovers in Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, all of these pursuits are meaningless. Solomon built many houses, vineyards, gardens, and parks; he had many, many slaves and countless pieces of gold and silver, and he was the most prestigious man ever to live in Jerusalem. Indeed, he could buy anything his heart desired. However, Solomon comes to the realization that all of these things are worth nothing in the perspective of eternity: Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun (Ecclesiastes 2:11). Therefore, don't worry about any of these earthly things; instead, seek to know God better (see Matthew 6:25-34).
If all these earthly things are hindering your relationship with God, alter your schedule: get rid of some things so that you can spend time knowing God better.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:28:00 EDT http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/427177 http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/391615 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:10:00 EDT http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/391615 http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/387815 Some religious faiths in Uganda act as a deterrent to seeking HIV/AIDS care at all or early enough. Despite the massive education in Uganda, still some HIV/AIDS patients decline to go to health care centers because of stigma. There is need for more education and counseling about living positively. Some religious faiths and cultures need to be negated so as to fit into the modern health care systems, especially in the prevention and care of HIV/AIDS.

NB: The Author recognizes the research of Mugisha Kemirembe e-tal which was used as a case study .
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The president’s advice comes after HIV infection rates are reported to be on the rise mainly because of complacency

He was speaking at the opening of an international meeting of HIV/AIDS implementers meeting that is taking place in Kampala- Uganda.

Museveni advised the youth to take extra care if they are to stay healthy.

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The west culture has got some good and bad things which i do appreciate. Take an example of the office dress code. Majority of Africans have adopted it and its good. But its time for the west to learn from Africa as well. African culture is good and i do encourage those that have not visited Africa to come and find out yourselves. Africa is a beautiful continent. My country Uganda is a cool place to be. We have over 20 tribes with cultural leaders. Culture has contributed alot to the unity in our country. Its high time Africans appreciated their origin and identity.]]> Mon, 26 May 2008 11:03:00 EDT http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/377873 http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/360027 20 Primary four female students of Buddo Junior school in Uganda were on 14th April 2008 burnt to death by a fire. The incident occured at 9.30 pm when the students had gone to sleep. By the time firefighters reached the school, most of the dormitory had burned down and part of the roof and inner walls had collapsed. The fire destroyed almost all the mattresses and children's clothing and the heat warped the metal bed frames. The bodies were burnt beyond recognition prompting DNA tests to identify the dead. They have been laid to rest last weekend. Parents and the general public have called upon the government to immediately investigate and arrest those behind the brutal incident. MAY THEIR SOULS REST IN PEACE.]]> Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:44:00 EDT http://tandrew.tigblog.org/post/360027