Doudou Manengu - Ni Ujumbe Wa Bwana Lyrics
Lyrics
Ni ujumbe wa Bwana haleluya, kwa maisha ya daima,
Amenena mwenyewe haleluya, utaishi ukitazama
Tazama ishi sasa, kumtazama Yesu,
alinena mwenyewe, haleluya! utaishi ukitazama
Uzima wa daima haleluya , kwake Yesu utauona,
ukimtazama tu haleluya, wokovu u peke kwa Bwana .
Tazama ishi sasa, kumtazama Yesu,
alinena mwenyewe, haleluya! utaishi ukitazama
Ni ujumbe wa Bwana haleluya, nawe shika rafiki yangu,
ni habari ya raha haleluya, mwenye kuinena ni Mungu. .
Tazama ishi sasa, kumtazama Yesu,
alinena mwenyewe, haleluya! utaishi ukitazama
Video
DOUDOUMANENGA NI UJUMBE 03
Meaning & Inspiration
Doudou Manengu's "Ni Ujumbe Wa Bwana," released on August 24, 2015, stands as a clear and urgent proclamation, delivering a profound spiritual message with unyielding conviction. The song's essence, immediately conveyed through its title, translates to "It is the Message of the Lord," setting the stage for a compelling divine communication. This track is not merely a song but a direct summons, drawing its power from a simple yet foundational truth of Christian faith: eternal life and salvation are found exclusively through Christ. The narrative unfolds around the central theme of "utaishi ukitazama" – "you will live by looking." This concept isn't just about physical sight but implies a spiritual gaze, a focus of faith and reliance upon Jesus, presented as the sole conduit for true life.
The lyrics beautifully articulate that this profound message for eternal life originates directly from God, "Amenena mwenyewe haleluya" (He Himself has spoken, Hallelujah). The call to "Tazama ishi sasa, kumtazama Yesu" (Look and live now, by looking at Jesus) is a direct echo of ancient biblical truths. Just as the Israelites in the wilderness looked upon the bronze serpent to live (Numbers 21:8-9), a prefigurement Christ Himself referenced in John 3:14-15, Manengu urges a contemporary spiritual act of turning one's gaze, heart, and faith toward Jesus for salvation. This spiritual orientation is presented not as an option but as the singular path to "Uzima wa daima" (eternal life), underscoring that "wokovu u peke kwa Bwana" (salvation is solely from the Lord). This unwavering declaration aligns with Acts 4:12, which states there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.
The song resonates deeply with the core of the Gospel, portraying it as "habari ya raha" (good news) from God Himself. This message is extended to every individual, imploring "nawe shika rafiki yangu" (and you, my friend, grasp it). This personal invitation transforms the song from a general statement into an intimate plea for spiritual engagement. It reminds us that God's desire for humanity to experience life in its fullest sense, eternally, is a message proclaimed throughout Scripture, from John 3:16’s promise of eternal life for those who believe, to Hebrews 12:2, which encourages us to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. The track’s repetitive insistence on looking at Jesus serves as a powerful spiritual anchor, rooting the listener in the unwavering truth that eternal existence is not earned by works but received by faith, a simple act of turning towards the source of life. Manengu’s composition therefore serves as a potent reminder and evangelistic tool, compelling all who engage with it to contemplate their spiritual direction and embrace the life-giving message of Christ.