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Writer , Public Speaker @ Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba
Ondo, Nigeria
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In Philosophy 5 min read
DEMANDS FOR TRUTH
<p>"You were never supposed to mention that name in this house. I'm sure that's what got him this angered". </p><p><br/></p><p>"But mum, no one has ever talked about this. I'm sorry mum, how can I fix this?"</p><p><br/></p><p>"You cannot fix anything, Adele!!! You cannot" </p><p><br/></p><p>"I hate everything right now Mom! You, Dad, This house, this family, I hate them all!</p><p> I love how other kids gets to go with their parents to church every Sunday to worship God, that's the name right? That's the abomination. I was never supposed to say that? What sort of family replaces God with You-Know-Who??Huh?</p><p>Growing up, I always wondered why everything is dictated, I don't even get to make decisions for myself. Days back, I heard other kids telling stories, saying beautiful things about the man called GOD but I have nothing to say. I tried questioning and all I get is this ? I can't do this with you Mom" said Adele tearfully as she stormed out of the room, leaving her mom shocked. </p><p><br/></p><p>" Adele wait,wait....",cried out Adele's mom but she isn't ready to listen to anyone,at least not at the moment.</p><p><br/></p><p>Adele's dad walked into the room in tears. He was muttering" I'm sorry darling,I'm sorry Adele".</p><p><br/></p><p> Adele's mom, Stacey,was surprised. She's known Eduardo, Adele's father for fifteen years now,and she has never seen him this emotional. Eduardo used to be a nice man with a loving personality, everyone enjoys being around him. But then, something changed and that transformed his life,A once angel became A Monster. No one knew what happened,he said nothing to anyone,not even his wife.</p><p><br/></p><p>" I heard your conversation with our daughter and I must say everything she said is true. She deserves every love and attention from us but I was never there to give her the fatherly love. Everything is always dictated to her,all her life, she has never made decision for herself. She's supposed to enjoy her childhood and not this I have done. And, I'm sorry....I really am. I'm the brain behind all of this, please forgive me Stacey. I'll fix this, I promise", said Eduardo. </p><p><br/></p><p>The room went silent since all Stacey could do was stare in surprise. She couldn't believe her husband is doing this, apologizing! She couldn't remember the last time he said that word"I'm sorry". </p><p><br/></p><p>Adele broke the silence as she walked back in saying "Now I don't even have where to go, I can't leave this damn hou...!! She couldn't finish the statement when she sighted her father in tears, whimpering. She has never seen him in that state and that left her in shock. </p><p><br/></p><p>Confusingly, she turned back and was about leaving but her father stopped her before she could. </p><p><br/></p><p>"Adele please don't leave, I'm sorry.... I'm sorry for all I've done to you. The thought of all of this never occurred to me but if you will listen to me, allow me tell you a story",cried Eduardo. </p><p><br/></p><p>Adele rushed to him and gave him a big hug" Daddy, I'm sorry too, I shouldn't have acted out this way". Stacey then, joined the hug, all in tears. </p><p><br/></p><p>When the atmosphere is settled, Eduardo began his story, while he sat Adele on his lap. </p><p><br/></p><p>" I used to have a baby sister who I so much cherish. No one knows about her, Adele,not even your mom, because I never said it to her. Sundays are always dear to us, as that's the only time we get to spend enough time with each other. We go to church on Sundays, with much delight. </p><p><br/></p><p>Then, on a particular Sunday, after service in church, she fell ill. The illness was so severe that I could no longer manage. The Doctors at the Health Center, then, said to my face that nothing can be done to save her, only with the exception of God's intervention. For days, I watched my little sister wallow in pain without any help to be rendered. </p><p><br/></p><p>So, I took her to the church with the belief that we've served God all our lives and He's capable to save us. But, I had thought wrongly. She died the night we stepped into the church. Her death made me hated God. I no longer want to hear that name but the name is everywhere In my hometown. That's why I left there for here, where I met your mom since only few individuals here know about God. I became a shadow of myself and wanted to go with my sister so bad that I tried killing myself on different occasions but I didn't die. The last time I tried it was when your mom reached me, she encouraged me without wanting to hear what the story was. </p><p><br/></p><p>However, for days now, my heart have been heavy, so heavy, with the burden that I should start a church in this town. Lately, I had a nightmare. My little sister was in tears and she's not happy with me, as she couldn't be laid to rest. She said she will only get to be happy if I start preaching God. But, I can't... I've hated God for a long time..."</p><p><br/></p><p>" You can Eduardo,with me by your side,you will serve God, so do Adele and I".</p><p>said Stacey interrupting him.</p><p><br/></p><p>" Mom,are you promising I can now go to church on Sundays with you and dad?"questioned Adele.</p><p><br/></p><p>" Yes darling,On Sundays and every other day,we will be chanced to go to church and you get to know more about God,just like you've always wanted to".</p><p><br/></p><p>                        ........................</p><p><br/></p><p>Just like Adele, sometimes,all you have to do is to question things,make inquiries and stop assuming.</p><p><br/></p><p> Speak up where you're supposed to,demand answers as to why things have to follow patterns dictated by someone. Her voice didn't destroy her family,it saved <a class="tc-blue" href="https://it.That" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">it.That </a>'s why overtime,it is believed that honest conversations heals wounds </p><p><br/></p><p>Never give room for fear to weigh you down or achieve the happiness you're meant to enjoy freely.</p><p><br/></p><p>Celebrate the Sunday you have the opportunity to, remember ,some cannot but you can.</p><p><br/></p><p>To wrap things up, don't be controlled by your emotions as it can blind you from seeing God's plan and purpose for your life. Don't forget to Speak up, Ask <a class="tc-blue" href="https://questions.Be" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">questions.Be </a> courageous -Change begins with courage.</p><p>SUNDAY BLESSINGS TO YOU READING THIS.</p>

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