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Sylvia Mwewa - Nutrition & Health Expert, Farm Road, Choma (2026)

20/03/2026

TODAY'S DEVOTION

READ, ISAIAH 45:1-6
"I will go before you and level the exalted places, I will break in pieces the doors of bronze and cut through the bars of iron."
Isaiah 45:2, ESV

DOORS OF BRONZE

Just because a door is shut in your life doesn't mean that it's permanent. You may not have seen what you're believing for yet, but that doesn't mean it's not going to happen. A door may have been closed for a long time, and it seems as though it's never going to happen. But God breaks in pieces closed doors, and He can do it in a supernatural way. You don't have to struggle and try to make it happen on your own. You just keep honoring God, being your best, and doors of bronze will open for you. Trust His timing. Don't be impatient because the door hasn't opened yet. God knows what He's doing. He sees every injustice, every time you are treated wrong, every person who is playing politics and trying to hold you down. Stay in peace. Your time is coming. The right people are coming. Problems that look permanent are about to turn around. You're going to see vindication, promotion, healing, breakthroughs, opportunity, and new levels of your destiny. Closed doors can't keep you from your purpose.

A Prayer for Today
"Heavenly Father, thank You that You are the God who breaks the doors of bronze that have held me back. Thank You for all the great things You have done for me and for all the new breakthroughs You are about to give me. I believe that my time is coming and the doors will open. In Jesus' Name, Amen."

19/03/2026

There’s a difference between being employed and being valuable.

A few months ago, I intentionally hired someone with a background in food and catering. The goal was simple, I needed help at home, but also someone who could step in during outside catering events. A win-win situation, right?

Unfortunately, what I got instead was constant resistance.

Complaints about weekends.
Complaints about knocking off late.
Complaints about leaving her baby asleep.
Complaints about ingredients.

Everything was a problem, except the money.

So when I got an opportunity to cater for 30 people at a church event, I gave her the chance. She agreed, but on one condition: “Madam, you will have to pay me a lot.”

Fair enough.

I asked for a budget. Instead, I got vague answers and unrealistic quantities, like suggesting a 50kg bag of mealie meal for just 30 people. And when I questioned it, I was told, “If you reduce, you will face consequences.”

That was my turning point.

The event came and I hired someone else.

Someone who didn’t just cook, but thought.
Someone who didn’t just follow instructions, but solved problems. Someone who could adjust, improvise, and deliver without draining my energy.

And the difference? Peace of mind.

When she saw another chef in the kitchen, she was shocked.

“But Madam, what happened to me doing the cooking?”

Here’s what happened:

I don’t just employ people to do tasks. I employ people to THINK. To troubleshoot. To adapt.
To bring solutions, not stress.

Because in today’s world, skill alone is not enough.

Your attitude matters.
Your ability to solve problems matters.
Your willingness to make things easier, not harder matters.

Anyone can complain. But not everyone can create solutions.

Be the person people can rely on, not the one they have to manage.

19/03/2026

Zambia is rich in tropical and subtropical fruits, and while many fruits are grown worldwide, some are particularly associated with Zambia because of local varieties or unique cultivation. Here are fruits that are mainly produced or are unique in Zambia:

1. Marula (Sclerocarya birrea) – a wild fruit used for juice, jams, and the famous Amarula liqueur.

2. Baobab fruit – nutrient-rich fruit from the baobab tree, used in powder, drinks, and snacks.

3. Tamarind (local Zambian varieties) – the sweet-sour fruit is common in Zambia.

4. Monkey orange (Strychnos cocculoides) – a native fruit often eaten fresh or dried.

5. Wild medlar (Vangueria infausta) – a traditional Zambian fruit collected from forests.

Other fruits like mangoes, bananas, and papayas are grown in Zambia but are not unique to the country.

19/03/2026

When Quality Beats Quantity

I sell Nakonde rice, the real first-grade, top-notch rice. You’ve probably seen it being sold at K120, K150, even K180. Now, I sell mine at K210. Yes, a bit steeper, and yes, I still have a line of customers preordering before it even arrives.

Why? Because people always go for quality.

It’s tempting to cut corners, to lower prices, to chase volume. But true value never compromises. When you focus on excellence, your work speaks for itself. Customers notice. People are willing to pay more when they know they’re getting the best.

💡 Lesson: Don’t be afraid to price your value. Don’t compromise your quality for the sake of short-term gains. When you offer the best, the right people will always come to you.

Remember: Quality doesn’t scream. It proves itself.

19/03/2026

TODAY'S DEVOTION

READ, RUTH 1:16-22
So Naomi returned from Moab accompanied by Ruth the Moabite, her daughter-in-law, arriving in Bethlehem as the barley harvest was beginning.
Ruth 1:22, NIV

SOMETHING FAR GREATER

Life had been good for Naomi in the land of Moab, but then her husband died. Ten years later, both her sons died. Both she and her widowed daughter-in-law, Ruth, were left heartbroken and very poor. Naomi decided to move back to her hometown of Bethlehem, and Ruth went with her. You can imagine how devastated they were, but God was doing things they couldn't see right then. He was getting them back to Bethlehem so that Ruth would meet a man named Boaz who was very influential and wealthy. This was a part of God's divine plan. Ruth ended up marrying Boaz. They had a son named Obed, who had a son named Jesse, who had a son named David, through whose lineage Jesus was born. The disappointment was all a setup for something far greater.

When we isolate a loss or a door that closed by itself, it's not fair. But when we understand that God works generationally, we step into generational blessings. We see things that were orchestrated long before that catapult us into our destiny.

A Prayer for Today
"Heavenly Father, thank You that You know best when it comes to the difficulties that come into my life. Thank You that Your sovereign plans are always so much more fulfilling and bigger than my plan. I declare that You are in control, and I believe that something big is coming my way. In Jesus' Name, Amen."

18/03/2026

TODAY'S DEVOTION

READ, PSALM 40:1-5
He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps.
Psalm 40:2, NKJV

GET READY TO RISE

We all face things that are trying to push us down today. Thoughts will tell you, "You'll never get well. This setback has ruined your finances. You'll always struggle with this addiction." Don't believe those lies. No more saying, "It's never going to change." Rather, you need to say with the apostle Paul, "The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead lives inside me." The forces of darkness did their best to stop Jesus, but they couldn't keep Him from rising. That tells me that nothing you face can keep you from your purpose-no pandemic, no setback, no layoff. The enemy may have done his best, but his best bet will never be enough.

You may feel as though you're down in a pit. The good news is that the Most HIGH God will lift you out. He's about to free you from that addiction. He's about to turn the medical report around. He's about to open new doors, bring new opportunities, new relationships. The pit is not your destiny. Get ready to rise.

A Prayer for Today
"Heavenly Father, thank You that any pit I find myself pushed down into can never stop the purpose You put in my heart. Thank You that no force of darkness could stop Jesus from rising from the dead, and I have His Spirit living in me. I declare that You are lifting me up and setting my feet on a rock. In Jesus' Name, Amen."

17/03/2026

It's not just what you eat, it's also what you drink that matters for your health.

Most of us don’t realize how much sugar we’re drinking every day.

A single bottle or can (250 ml to 340 ml) of soda or fruit-flavoured drink can contain 5 to 9 teaspoons of sugar. That’s already more than what the body needs in a day!

What makes it even more surprising is that not all sugary drinks taste sweet. Some taste sour or refreshing, which can easily trick you into thinking they are healthier but the sugar content is still very high.

Taking in too much sugar regularly can lead to:

✅️Weight gain
✅️Tooth decay
✅️Increased risk of diabetes
✅️Low energy after short bursts of “sugar highs”

What can you do?

✅️Choose water more often 💧
✅️Read labels before buying drinks
✅️Limit sodas and processed fruit drinks
✅️Go for natural options like fresh fruits instead of sugary beverages

✴️Remember: It’s not just what you eat but it’s also what you drink that matters for your health.

Make better choices today for a healthier tomorrow.🤗

17/03/2026

Saying "he treated me well" does not invalidate another person's pain

There is a story circulating on social media about a respected gynaecologist accused of inappropriate conduct toward a pregnant patient. Many have quickly taken sides, some defending the doctor based on their own positive experiences, others standing with the woman who spoke out.

But beyond the noise, we must pause and reflect.

Two truths can exist at once.

A professional can be highly competent, even exceptional in the eyes of many and still be capable of misconduct in a different context. Human behaviour is not always consistent across situations. At the same time, an accusation is not automatically proof of guilt. That is why truth requires both empathy and careful investigation.

However, one thing psychology teaches us is this:
Coming forward with allegations of sexual misconduct is rarely easy, and almost never done lightly.

Women who speak out often face:

✅️Public scrutiny and victim-blaming
✅️Emotional distress and retraumatization
✅️Fear of not being believed
✅️Damage to their personal and social lives

Many remain silent for years or forever not because nothing happened, but because the cost of speaking feels too high.

This is why when a woman speaks, the first response should not be dismissal, but listening.

Not blind belief.
Not instant condemnation.
But compassionate, unbiased listening.

Defending someone based solely on personal experience can unintentionally silence others whose experiences were different. Saying “he treated me well” does not invalidate another person’s pain, it simply reflects a different interaction.

From a psychological perspective, trauma affects people differently. Some speak immediately, others delay. Some share details clearly, others struggle to articulate. There is no single “correct” way to respond to violation.

So what do we do in moments like this?

✅️We allow space for truth to emerge without intimidation
✅️We protect the dignity of both the accuser and the accused
✅️We encourage professional, unbiased investigations
✅️We create safe environments where victims can speak without fear

And most importantly, we remember this:

Silence does not mean nothing happened.
And noise does not always mean truth.

To the women who are hurting in silence, you are seen, even when unheard. Healing begins with one safe voice, one safe space, one moment of courage.

And to the accused, if you are innocent, may truth stand for you. Because ultimately, no narrative outweighs truth.

We are all accountable, not just to society but to God, who sees beyond what is spoken and unspoken.

Let us choose empathy over judgment.
Wisdom over assumption.
And humanity over noise.

15/03/2026

Your Presence is Powerful When it is Intentional!

Every day we wake up and show up somewhere, to work, to family, to our communities, to our responsibilities.

But the real question is: How do we show up?

Do we show up tired, distracted, and just going through the motions?
Or do we show up with purpose?

Showing up with purpose means understanding that your presence matters. It means knowing that the room you enter, the students you teach, the patients you care for, the people you meet, may leave different because you were there.

Purpose turns ordinary moments into impact.
Purpose turns a job into a calling.
Purpose turns presence into influence.

When you show up with purpose, you don’t just occupy space, you add value.

So today, wherever you find yourself:
• In the classroom
• In the office
• In the hospital
• In your community

Remember this: Your presence is powerful when it is intentional.

Don’t just show up.
Show up prepared. Show up passionate. Show up with purpose.
Because someone, somewhere, may need the very light you bring into the room.

13/03/2026

Do not panic when challenges appear🤗

There was a season in my life when every door seemed to close before I could even knock. Opportunities disappeared. People I trusted turned distant. Plans I had carefully built collapsed one after another. It felt as though life had declared war on me.

I remember one night sitting in silence, asking God a question many people whisper in their hearts: “Why does every battle seem to find me?”

But what I did not know then was that before the battle shows up, God has already gone ahead, way before me.

There is a quiet work of God that happens long before we see the results. While we are worrying, He is rearranging. While we are crying, He is positioning people, opening unseen doors, and dismantling obstacles we didn’t even know existed.

Think about it.

The battles we see are only the ones that survived God’s filtering process.
Many more battles were cancelled before they could reach us.

The job you didn’t get? Maybe God saw the humiliation waiting for you there.

The relationship that ended? Maybe God protected you from a future heartbreak.

The opportunity that delayed? Maybe God was preparing a better stage for you.

Sometimes we think we are walking into a war alone, but heaven has already moved troops ahead of us.

Before the stone faced the giant, God had already prepared David.
Before the sea stood in front of Moses, God had already planned the path through it.

That means when you step into a difficult situation, you are not entering unprepared territory. You are walking into a battlefield that God has already visited.

So do not panic when challenges appear.

The battle may look new to you, but it is not new to God. The storm may surprise you, but it does not surprise Heaven.

God always goes ahead of those who trust Him.

And sometimes the greatest evidence that God is fighting for you is not that the battle disappears, but that you come out stronger than the battle itself.

So walk forward with confidence. Because the God who sent you into the battle, is the same God who went ahead to secure the victory.😍🙏

13/03/2026

TODAY'S DEVOTION

READ, HEBREWS 13:7-9
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Hebrews 13:8, NIV

YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND FOREVER

It's so important to understand that our God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He is always with you and for you. What He's done for others, He will do for you. The same God who displayed His favor in the Scripture is still at work today. He wants to open new doors of favor, to line up supernatural appointments, and to bring new increase and provisions just as He did for Abraham, Joseph, and Elijah. The question is, are you ready to receive it? Can you see it with your eyes of faith.

And when God pours out His favor, it won't be just a drizzle. It's going to be a flood-a flood of ideas, a flood of good breaks, a flood of talent and of opportunities for you to increase your influence in amazing ways. Don't shrink back in doubt. Keep believing, keep hoping, and keep praising, because the same favor that was in the Scripture is coming your way. Dare to take those steps of faith and receive all that He has for you.

A Prayer for Today
"Heavenly Father, thank You that You are the same in Your character yesterday, today, the forever. Thank You for Your favor and blessings that are available to me each and every day. I believe and declare that a flood of ideas, good breaks, and talent is coming my way. In Jesus' Name, Amen."

12/03/2026

A baby’s brain is not only shaped by genetics — it is shaped by everyday moments at home.🧠❤️

Parents often ask what they can do to support their child’s brain development. The truth is that the most powerful tools are simple and already within reach.

✔ Feed responsively. Breastfeeding and introducing iron-rich foods at the right time support healthy brain growth.
✔ Connect often. Talking, singing, cuddling, and skin-to-skin contact build emotional security and strengthen brain connections.
✔ Create predictable routines. Regular sleep, tummy time, and limited screen exposure help babies feel safe and support development.
✔ Track milestones. Paying attention to developmental milestones helps parents seek guidance early when something does not feel right.

Brain development in the early years is rapid and powerful. What we do daily as parents, caregivers, and communities lays the foundation for learning, emotional wellbeing, and lifelong health.

Let us remember: nurturing a child’s brain begins with nurturing the child.

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