Joyous Celebration - Umoya Kulendawo Lyrics

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  • Song Title: Umoya Kulendawo (Live)
  • Album: Joyous Celebration 22: All For You (Live)
  • Artist: Joyous Celebration
  • Released On: 09 Mar 2018
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Umoya Kulendawo Lyrics

'Kungena kwami (My entrance)
Ngeke k'fane nok'phuma kwami (Will not be the same as my exit)
Ngob' umoya kaJehovah ukulendawo(For the Spirit of Jehovah is in this place)

Kunjani webangcwele (How is it saints?)
Laph' omunye efakaza (When one is testifying?)
Omunye uyaqiniswa (One is strengthened)
Kuvuswe nokholo lwakhe (And their faith is rekindled)

Kanti kunjani webangcwele (But how is it saints? )
Laph' omunye eshumayela? (When one preaches?)
Isoni siyabuyiswa (The sinner is brought back)
Sithokoze nabangcwele (And rejoices with the saints)

Izilimi kuyahunyuswa (Tongues are interpreted)
Siyathola nemfihlakalo (We find the mystery)
Ngay' umoya kaJehovah ukulendawo (Through the Spirit of Jehovah, it is in this place)

Amadimoni ayabaleka (Demons run away)
Kuyaphiliswa nezinhlungu (Pains are healed)
Ngay' umoya kaJehovah ukulendawo (Through the Spirit of Jehovah, it is in this place)

Inkinga ziyoshabalala (Problems will disappear)
Buhlungu bami buyosuswa (My pain will be removed)
Ngob' umoya kaJehovah ukulendawo (For the Spirit of Jehovah is in this place)

Abagulayo bayophila (The sick will heal)
Ababoshiwe bayokhululwa (The bound will be set free)
Maye nok'dliwe is'khonyane (Even what the locust has consumed)
Kuyabuyiswa (Is returned)

Inkinga sezishabalele (Problems HAVE disappeared)
Buhlungu bami bususiwe (My pain HAS been removed)
Ngob' umoya kaSomandla (Because the Spirit of the Almighty)
Ugcwele kulendawo (IS full in this place)


Umoya Kulendawo

Umoya Kulendawo Song Meaning, Biblical Reference and Inspiration

Released on February 9, 2018, Joyous Celebration's "Umoya Kulendawo" immediately invites a focus on the divine presence, as its title translates from isiZulu to "The Spirit in this place." This song emerges from a choir renowned for capturing the vibrant heart of Gospel worship, often performed in large, dynamic settings that feel saturated with spiritual energy. The core message revolves around the tangible reality of the Holy Spirit's presence whenever believers gather or even when He is simply acknowledged and welcomed. It’s not just a theological concept; the song aims to make the experience of His nearness palpable, reflecting a deep yearning and conviction that where God's Spirit is, things change.

The power of "Umoya Kulendawo" lies in its musical expression of this theme. It builds an atmosphere that feels both reverent and expectant, moving from a place of quiet anticipation to a declaration of faith in the Spirit's active work. The arrangement, characteristic of Joyous Celebration, utilizes layered voices and instrumentation to create a sense of collective faith and worship, underscoring the biblical truth found in Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them." The song doesn't just talk about the Spirit; it helps create a space where His presence feels accessible and real to those engaging with it, aligning with the biblical understanding that God inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3).

Scripturally, the idea of the Spirit being in a place, particularly among believers, is foundational to the Christian faith. Jesus promised His disciples, "I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you" (John 14:16-17). "Umoya Kulendawo" echoes this promise, asserting that this divine Helper is not distant but actively present "in this place," whether that place is a sanctuary, a home, or simply the space occupied by gathered hearts seeking God. The song is a modern-day proclamation of the Spirit's indwelling and His corporate manifestation when the body of Christ comes together, much like the early church experienced in Acts 4:31, where after prayer, "the place in which they were gathered together was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit."

Furthermore, the song implicitly acknowledges the purpose of the Spirit's presence. He is not just a static inhabitant but an active agent of change, comfort, conviction, and empowerment. John 16:7-8 explains that the Spirit convicts the world concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment, while also guiding believers into all truth. In the context of worship, His presence brings freedom, as 2 Corinthians 3:17 states, "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." "Umoya Kulendawo" serves as an invitation to experience this freedom and transformative power that comes when the Spirit is welcomed and given preeminence in any setting. It calls the worshipper to acknowledge that the very air they breathe in that sacred space is filled with the potential of God's active work.

In essence, "Umoya Kulendawo" is more than just a song; it is a spiritual declaration and an encouragement. It reminds everyone who engages with it that the God of the universe, through His Spirit, is intimately near. It reinforces the truth that we do not have to strive to bring God down to us; He is already here, in the midst of our worship, our prayers, and our lives. The song inspires faith, urging individuals and communities to recognize, welcome, and yield to the powerful, loving presence of the Holy Spirit who makes any place His dwelling. It’s a powerful affirmation for anyone seeking a deeper connection with the divine presence promised to believers.
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