The Modern Gospel Treasure
Between 2005 and 2015 famous choirs such as St. Cecilia Unga Limited Choir of Arusha were doing very well, because many songs contained teachings based on real-life experiences.
If you like gospel songs from this era I think you don't have to miss this song, “Mizani ya Maisha” (The Scales of Life), sung by Sam Magina Family and Friends choir.
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Artist: Sam Magima Family and FriendsSong: Mizani ya Maisha
1. Nyimbo zote za Kwaya ya Mt. Kizito Makuburi
2. Moyo Wangu by Kwaya ya Bikira Maria Mama wa Mungu Yombo Vituka
3. Mateso Yako Ee Yesu by F. A. Nyundo
"Mizani ya Maisha" was released on April 2, 2021, and was composed by F.M. Shimanyi. The management of the audio and video production was handled by Khaks Studio. Currently, this song has around 596,000 views on YouTube which proves how beautiful this song is, you really have to watch it on YouTube.
Sam Magina Family and Friends is a Catholic choir based in Tanzania, which is famously known for its great songs: "Moyo Safi," "Inakuaje Tunasikia Maneno," "Tunda la Roho," and "Ipo Tu." This choir is made up of members from Sam Magina family and some friends of the family, a fact that brings them very close together to continue glorifying God with beautiful songs.
Where to Stream
You can now stream Mizani ya Maisha on all music streaming platforms. So, If you were thinking on how to get it, I bet you have no more questions right now.
The Divine Perspective of This Song
The divine perspective of “Mizani ya Maisha” (The Scales of Life) is powerfully anchored in a sobering truth clearly elaborated in the gospel of St. Matthew 16:26, which says, “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?”
You know, it is very easy for us as human beings to be attracted to earthly staffs such as nice cars, luxurious houses, or fame. But, Sam Magina choir reminds us to reflect on the kingdom of heaven before anything, through this song of theirs. While you are listening to this song, ask yourself a basic question: when God puts my life on His scale, will I be worthy before His eyes?
The song "Mizani ya Maisha" was prepared upon a special request by Sam Magina family and is fundamentally a song with great teachings for our faith and society as a whole. Through its lyrics, the choir members of Sam Magina clearly show us how human life should be guided by God, cooperation among ourselves, and great humility.
When connecting the message of this song with the foundation from the gospel of St. Matthew 16:26, we get a deep understanding on how truly life is valuable.
The following are key points we can draw from this song that will give us reflection in our lives and keep us close to God.
We Humans Depend on Each Other
The song reminds us that "we live life by depending on each other." No human being is self-sufficient here on earth. Every one of us needs another to reach a certain stage. Likewise, St. Matthew reminds us that even if we struggle to accumulate worldly wealth, that wealth cannot add any value to us before God if we do not have love and good fellowship with our relatives, family, and friends.
We are all equal before God
The chorus says, "that is why before God all people are equal" this proves that before God nobody is more important than the other. In that verse from St. Matthew, this equality is also emphasized by showing that the "soul" of every person has the exact same value, which cannot be bought with money or anything else on this earth. Moreover, we must understand that wealth, talents, or all the possessions we own do not make a person more valuable before God.
Every Person has their Value and Place
The song emphasizes that "every person is important in their position." In society, everyone has a role that makes another complete; one person's work depends on another person's work. This teaches us not to despise anyone. In that same way, the soul that Jesus speaks about in the gospel of St. Matthew is the soul of every one of us, and no one's place can be lost before God.
The True Meaning of the Scales of Life
The chorus ends with these words: "that is where we find the scales of life." These words teach us that life is driven by the principle of balance. God has set up systems that ensure every person gets breath and opportunity. However, if human beings do not guard themselves against things that are not important for the life of their souls, such as luxuries, it will cause them to completely ruin their balance. Thus, in that manner, they will create barriers for themselves to inherit the kingdom of heaven.
The Love of God is limitless
The first stanza says: "God rains and shines the sun for all people good and evil." This clearly shows how God's love is limitless; He gives blessings to all people, both good and bad. However, we should not take this grace for granted and keep doing evil, instead we have to take it as a motivation to keep doing goods. St Mathews warns us if we take these blessings for granted we will have a total loss of our souls before the eyes of God.
Challenges are Part of Life
This song also talks about various challenges that encounter us in our daily lives. Sometimes these temptations make us lose hope and see as if God has left us. We must remember God is always with us even when we pass through difficult times He also suffers with us, all we need is patience.
God's Love is our shield and Refuge
The third stanza concludes by saying, "Since the love of God is abundant, let us open our hearts so that we may be filled" reminding us that it is only God's love that brings peace and protection. God's love is what gives us breath and life even when we make mistakes. When we reflect on the words of St. Matthew, we realize that there is nothing of value we can give in exchange for our souls except to receive the grace and love that God has given us for free. That love is what saves our souls from perishing in the desires of this world.
The end of a Human Being is Eternal Rest
A portion of the first chorus tells us that "God gives them His breath." This teaches us that human life here on earth has a limit, but there is a final rest that God has prepared for human beings. St. Matthew places great emphasis here: there is no profit in gathering a lot of wealth, such as building big houses and gaining fame, if your actions do not please God. True wealth is that which allows a human being to find a peaceful rest before God after this passing life here on earth.
"Mizani ya Maisha," calls us to the foundation of humility, love, and valuing all people over material things. It also makes us reflect deeply from the gospel of St. Matthew 16:26 that in our struggles, we should do what is good before God and our fellows.