Mike Manoa - Unastahili Kuabudiwa Lyrics
Lyrics
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili ewe Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili yee
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili ewe Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili
(Kimbilio letu wee)
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili ewe Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili wee
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili ewe Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili wee
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili ewe Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili wee
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili Yesu
Unastahili kuabudiwa
Unastahili wee
Video
Unastahili Kuabudiwa (Official Audio) - Mike Manoa & The Icons Band Ft Janice Wanjiru
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on December 27, 2020, "Unastahili Kuabudiwa" by Mike Manoa, featuring The Icons Band and Janice Wanjiru, is a powerful declaration of worship that resonates deeply with the core tenets of Christian faith. The song's central message, as powerfully conveyed by its repeated refrain, is that Jesus Christ alone is worthy of adoration and praise. The phrase "Unastahili Kuabudiwa" translates directly to "You are worthy to be worshipped," and this singular focus forms the bedrock of the song's spiritual impact. This sentiment is echoed throughout Scripture, perhaps most directly in Psalm 96:4, which states, "For the LORD is great and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods." The lyrics, though simple, carry immense theological weight, focusing entirely on the divine worthiness of Jesus.
The lyrical content of "Unastahili Kuabudiwa" speaks to a profound understanding of who Jesus is and what He has done. The repeated affirmation of His worthiness is not merely a casual observation but a theological statement of His unique position as Son of God. This truth is foundational to our faith, as evidenced in Philippians 2:9-11, which declares God has highly exalted Him and bestowed on Him the name above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. The inclusion of "ewe Yesu" directly addresses Jesus, personalizing the worship and acknowledging His redemptive work. The brief parenthetical phrase "(Kimbilio letu wee)" meaning "You are our refuge" further enriches the message, reminding listeners that in Him we find safety and security, aligning with verses like Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." This song, therefore, functions not just as music, but as an extended prayer and confession, affirming Jesus’ rightful place as the ultimate object of our devotion and the source of our salvation. It’s a call to recognize His supreme authority and love, a love that compels us to offer Him our highest praise, just as the Apostle Paul encourages in Romans 12:1: "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." "Unastahili Kuabudiwa" masterfully guides the listener into this posture of sincere, unreserved adoration.