Omega Khunou - Ithemba Lami Lyrics
Lyrics
Ithemba Lam Likuwe (My trust is in You)
Lim'injalo (I will stand)
Kuze kube phakade (Like that till forever)
Ithemba lam likuwe (My trust is in You )
Lim'injalo (I will stand)
Kuze kube phakade (Like that till forever)
Ithemba lam likuwe (My trust is in You )
Lim'injalo (I will stand)
Kuze kube phakade (Like that till forever)
Kuze kube phakade (till forever)
Kuze kube phakade
Kuze kube phakade
Ithemba lam likuwe (My trust is in You )
Lim'injalo (I will stand)
Kuze kube phakade (Like that till forever)
Video
Omega Khunou - Ithemba Lami | South African Gospel Praise & Worship Songs 2020
Meaning & Inspiration
Omega Khunou's "Ithemba Lami," released as part of the "Restored - EP" on August 14, 2020, is a profound declaration of unwavering faith, a musical embodiment of a spiritual anchor in the storms of life. The title itself, translating to "My Trust is in You," immediately sets the stage for a deeply personal and communal expression of reliance on a higher power. This song speaks to the human need for a stable foundation, a truth echoed throughout Scripture. The repeated affirmation, "Lim'injalo, Kuze kube phakade," meaning "I will stand, like that till forever," isn't just a catchy refrain; it's a powerful resolve to remain steadfast in belief, mirroring the resilience commanded in passages like Joshua 1:9, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." The essence of "Ithemba Lami" lies in this surrender of personal agency to divine faithfulness, recognizing that true strength and endurance are found not within oneself, but in the enduring presence and promises of God. This sentiment resonates deeply with the psalmist's cry in Psalm 16:1, "Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge," and the profound assurance found in Hebrews 10:23: "Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful." The simplicity of the lyrical structure, devoid of complex narratives, allows the central message to shine through with unadulterated clarity. It's an invitation to embrace a faith that transcends circumstance, a trust that is not contingent on immediate understanding or visible outcomes, but on the character of the one in whom trust is placed. This unwavering commitment, this decision to stand "till forever," is a testament to a relationship built on a foundation of divine love and immutable truth, much like the covenant God established with His people, a promise of enduring presence and unwavering support, as declared in Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." "Ithemba Lami" serves as a spiritual anthem for those seeking solace and strength, a reminder that in placing our trust in God, we find a hope that is eternal and an assurance that never falters.