Angela Chibalonza - Wamwendea Yesu Kwa Kusafiwa na kuoshwa kwa damu ya Kondoo Lyrics
Lyrics
Wamwendea Yesu kwa kusafiwa,
na kuoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
je neema yake atumwagia,
tumeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
Kuoshwa, kwa damu,
itutakasayo ya kondoo;
ziwe safi nguo nyeupe mno;
umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
Wamwandama daima mkombozi,
na kuoshwa na damu ya kondoo?
yako kwa msulubiwa makazi,
umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
Kuoshwa, kwa damu,
itutakasayo ya kondoo;
ziwe safi nguo nyeupe mno;
umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
Atakapokuja Bwana -arusi,
Uwe safi kwa damu ya kondoo!
Yafae kwenda mbinguni mavazi,
Yafuliwe kwa damu ya kondoo.
Kuoshwa, kwa damu,
itutakasayo ya kondoo;
ziwe safi nguo nyeupe mno;
umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
Yatupwe yaliyo na takataka,
na uoshwe kwa damu ya kondoo.
Huoni kijito chatiririka,
na uoshwe kwa damu ya kondoo?
Kuoshwa, kwa damu,
itutakasayo ya kondoo;
ziwe safi nguo nyeupe mno;
umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?
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Wamwendea Yesu By Angela Chibalonza
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 9, 2020, Angela Chibalonza's profound hymn, "Wamwendea Yesu Kwa Kusafiwa na kuoshwa kwa damu ya Kondoo," emerges as a timeless spiritual inquiry, powerfully delivered even years after her passing, a testament to her enduring legacy in Gospel music. The song, whose title translates to "Have You Gone to Jesus to Be Cleansed and Washed by the Blood of the Lamb?", poses a series of introspective questions designed to stir the soul and provoke a deep examination of one's spiritual standing. It bypasses superficiality, immediately diving into the core of Christian redemption: the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, represented by the "blood of the Lamb." This imagery is deeply rooted in biblical tradition, from the Passover lamb in Exodus 12 to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). The song’s essence lies in its persistent and vital question, asking each individual if they have truly embraced this divine cleansing.
The repeated chorus, "Kuoshwa, kwa damu, itutakasayo ya kondoo; ziwe safi nguo nyeupe mno; umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?" (Washed by the blood, that cleanses us, of the Lamb; may our garments be exceedingly white; have you been washed by the blood of the Lamb?), serves as both a declaration and a direct challenge. It evokes powerful biblical symbolism of purification and righteousness. The concept of garments being made "exceedingly white" through the blood of the Lamb directly references Revelation 7:14, where those who stand before the throne have "washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb." This signifies not just forgiveness but a complete spiritual transformation, a state of being made righteous in God's sight, as emphasized in passages like Isaiah 1:18, "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow." The song beckons the worshiper to move beyond mere acknowledgment of Christ's sacrifice to a personal appropriation of its power.
Beyond the initial cleansing, the song delves into the journey of discipleship, asking, "Wamwandama daima mkombozi, na kuoshwa na damu ya kondoo? yako kwa msulubiwa makazi, umeoshwa kwa damu ya kondoo?" (Do you always follow the Redeemer, and are you washed by the blood of the Lamb? Is your dwelling place with the crucified one, have you been washed by the blood of the Lamb?). This isn't just about a one-time event but a continuous walk of faith and surrender. Following the Redeemer daily implies a life of ongoing commitment, as Jesus Himself commanded in Luke 9:23, "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me." The question about making one's dwelling place with the crucified one speaks to the profound intimacy and identification with Christ's suffering and resurrection, a theme echoed in Galatians 2:20, "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me." It calls for an abiding relationship, not just a fleeting encounter.
The song then shifts its focus to the eschatological hope, proclaiming, "Atakapokuja Bwana -arusi, Uwe safi kwa damu ya kondoo! Yafae kwenda mbinguni mavazi, Yafuliwe kwa damu ya kondoo." (When the Lord - the Bridegroom comes, May you be pure by the blood of the Lamb! May your garments be fit to go to heaven, Washed by the blood of the Lamb.). This stanza powerfully invokes the imagery of Christ as the Bridegroom, preparing for His return to gather His church, His bride, as depicted in Revelation 21:2 and Matthew 25's parable of the ten virgins. The emphasis on having garments "fit to go to heaven" underscores the necessity of holiness and readiness, a state achieved not through human effort but through the sanctifying power of Christ’s blood. It's a call to sober self-assessment, reminding us that salvation is personal and requires vigilance and purity as we await His glorious appearing, knowing that without holiness, no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).
Finally, the hymn extends a compassionate invitation: "Yatupwe yaliyo na takataka, na uoshwe kwa damu ya kondoo. Huoni kijito chatiririka, na uoshwe kwa damu ya kondoo?" (Let what is defiled be cast away, and be washed by the blood of the Lamb. Do you not see the stream flowing, and be washed by the blood of the Lamb?). This verse serves as an urgent plea for repentance and a comforting assurance of available grace. It encourages individuals to shed their sins and defilements, acknowledging the continuous flow of cleansing power from Christ's sacrifice. The "stream flowing" is a beautiful metaphor for the unending, accessible grace and mercy of God, a fountain opened for sin and uncleanness (Zechariah 13:1). This powerful imagery reminds us that the opportunity for cleansing and transformation is ever-present, requiring only a willing heart to turn to Jesus. Angela Chibalonza’s "Wamwendea Yesu" is not just a song; it's a vital spiritual examination, a timeless sermon in melody that continues to draw hearts towards the life-changing power of the blood of the Lamb, inspiring a journey of genuine faith, purification, and anticipation of Christ's glorious return.