Dear God | a poem by Joanah Madzime

Written and performed by Joanah Madzime in 2017 at "Poets in Autumn" in Cape Town
Music and sound design by Micah J Sorum
Hand lettering and illustration by Hailey Charlson
Post-production video assembly by Drew Sonnenberg

[@ryanrunningwolf8274]

“Seek My face before the works of My hands” and “and what doesn’t kill you, knows who you belong to” hits sooo hard. Such an amazing piece of art.

[@basetsanafionamadidimaloma1435]

When she started I was like nope nope this is blasphemy but something urged me to watch until the end. She has a way with words. This is amazing. Think about found my favorite poem

[@9lemonlime]

Same until I heard the retort.

[@Sulvie]

Same here!!

[@bunnydimples1283]

It’s so sad that so many of y’all that claim and call yourself Christians or God-fearing believers do that, y’all so quick to jump to judgment and conclusions of others that don’t speak or act like you do🙄🫤 Even if she did continue to speak “blasphemy” or the way she started to the very end with no retort… compassion would’ve been the key🔑

[@InspirationalGoddess]

When she started, I was like, "Girl I feel your pain". Then she reminded me of who God is! 🕊🕊🕊

[@John_Aggrie]

That's why it's called poetry 😂

[@dainarai6149]

Amen....first half is like battle in my mind and second half is like God is calming me....♥️

[@emilynick4941]

Amazing 🤩

[@craigchoto7026]

truth be told the first half reflects realistic thoughts n convers that we humans have n we dont admit them .i love her guts

[@SaltAndGracepoetry]

The first part shows how sinful our hearts are to ever think to Judge God's good character. God always does what is righteous and perfect. Job rebuked his wife for talking like the first part. I'm glad she turned the corner here.

[@madisheppard9190]

I sobbed listening to this, I have felt so much pain in my short lifetime, this resonated with me deeply. I turned my back on Jesus in my darkest hours when I should’ve been running into His already open arms. He is relentless with His love and mercy. I love you Jesus!

[@WinifredKijieOdu]

This is super and touching. You know there are many times my sister almost gave up on God because she felt he wasn't answering all our prayers, sometimes I felt same. But God is always God. He knows the right time

[@monicajinjika2689]

What doesn't kill you knows who you belong to😍

[@selinabattaglia9665]

Don't know what tomorrow holds but know who tomorrow

[@dgrammarqueenstellauchechi1000]

BOOM!!!

[@lizo_army7859]

i thought she was gonna say bad things about god the whole time but she didnt , her way of words are really good and motivational. she might be a true inspiration to others

[@user-os1pf5dv2z]

This poem, is definitely the best I've ever seen my whole life. I almost gave upon it, but something urged my to watch until the end 💚💙💞

[@Nellifmfm]

My heart cried like a baby after this. So beautifully said!

[@mnmdanceco528]

😢😢😢 ❤❤❤I only stayed listening so I rebuke and pray against the condemnation to God n asking for repentance for me n her Kanti it's the Holy Spirit whom is leading me to finish the watching cz it's the most powerful presentation of our reality with our walk with God we fall n rise in Him we doubt and anger to Him but His relentless love and persuit for Him to us knows no end ...wow young lady this is powerful I'm going to dance to it

[@kelvinnjema9935]

I have always loved this poem from when I first saw it years ago. And now, I will commend the editor who added the lyrics, music, and sound design. Mahn, so good!

[@DavielYruretagoyena-bq1lf]

Thank you for such a beautiful message. It's so real. Sometimes we feel God is the one hurting us and we become so blinded until we see we're the ones hurting him. Yet still, he is so good and just those two words. BE STILL. So powerful, thank you.

[@thomashkhululu4714]

'find God before you find everything' His Word says........ WE BLESSED WITH THIS MASTERPIECE, GOD BLESS

[@HeeSha_TA]

It's impressive how much power spoken words hold. You saved my faith with this piece. ❤✊

[@lovescorner7259]

"Whatever doesn't kill you knows who you belong to." 🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@habelmundalu5266]

I bet God is smiling over this master piece 🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏

[@abigailesinam]

Girlll , you’re so gooddd. It’s about the creativity for me and the whole transition. You’re blessed more than you could think.

[@francesjohnson6852]

Feel this deep many days and it's good to be real with God. He appreciates that. The realness within.

[@refilwentopa9381]

I don’t know how to feel about this poem 😭😭😭 the creativity, the twist, the reciting, the powerful words this is everything oh my God❤️🙌🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SaltAndGracepoetry]

God is faithful and good all the time!

[@AttehGbemileke-wm1tp]

I'm crying This is raw and beautiful ❤️

[@njabulomacu6892]

You wrote second half in Heaven. Oh Lord you know how much I needed to hear that right now😭❤️🛐

[@marietherese9416]

This is about the best Spoken Word piece I've watched in recent times...its so amazing.. Kudos girl

[@alabiakewitheprince7899]

This is magnanimous, incredible and super duper in preaching the gospel of God's faithfulness. May Almighty God blesses and enlarge your coast in all ramifications.

[@Waffles2009]

I've watched this on repeat since i found out about it a week or so back. I really love it, the emotion and reflection. Thank you so much. 💓

[@illumechurch2053]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@karenannbacus5285]

Hallelujah praise the Lord! What an amazing masterpiece this is. I've watched and listened to many spoken poetry before but so far this is the best of all. God bless

[@godshandiwork7778]

Wooooow .... I'm touched.... What a sermon #halleluja ....🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@christopherv850]

I love how raw and real this is your words are so profound! You are an inspiration to many of us! 🙏🏽

[@illumechurch2053]

So glad!

[@dagmawifeleke7805]

that is truly powerful and touching. May GOD you with his words and messages more than what you have right now thank GOD we have you

[@iamdaphinek]

Ohhh damn😮😮😮 this is a next level masterpiece of literature 🤩🤩 wow it's just 👌👌👌

[@SaltAndGracepoetry]

She has passion!

[@charlessinkebu6436]

What a beautiful piece! Whenever I get discouraged and feel like giving up,I just remember the death of Jesus on the cross that he paid it all for me..

[@akinsoledamilare9318]

This is outstanding brilliance and blessing.

[@MayaBanda-et2cp]

This is way too beautiful not to be shared 😭😭😭 Honestly brought me to tears😭💖❣

[@mwangi.E.macharia]

So sad that we cant find your youtube channel after all this years... Nice piece though,would have liked to watch more from you so sad this is the only one i find

[@inasiebert497]

Cried through this ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thank God for His Holy love

[@andrearemy3425]

This spoke way down deep to the recesses of my heart. Praise Yah

[@kaylynnstone4508]

Sitting here bawling. This is amazing

[@jenesacampbell8129]

This is so beautiful, I keep coming back to it❤

[@lollalofi3933]

thank for being completly honest! a lot of times we can't be honest with each other without people judging. the first part is relatable for me since i split from God for multiple days, but then i came back!

[@blue-1079]

I'm not Christian, but it's times like this that I wish I was. Having that solid belief to fall back on in hard times must be incredible.

[@JBNyathi]

It doesn't have to end at it being a wish, he is always ready for you to come to him

[@blue-1079]

@@JBNyathi I've tried, lmao. But every time I try, I can't stop thinking 'nope this is bull'. I can't make myself believe it.

[@gracegrantedwritings]

Wow... this is absolutely amazing

[@williamshumba6727]

This poem has taught me to calm down and listen before judging.

[@user-sv8gm9tr6k]

So very touching. You are truly gifted. I pray many blessings upon you.

[@lovescorner7259]

Hallelujah! 🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@gracewanjiru675]

What!!! This is awesome..... God bless you dear.

[@jemimahenest2539]

This is beautiful ❤️ The concept is lovely 🌹

[@salvationmusic526]

Wow. This is crazy. I love this.

[@LizJulie-zb5uw]

Oh my God.. it's so amazing

[@isaacdugo619]

Very Beautiful piece💖. God Bless

[@_ENDURE_]

Pain, Sorrow, Grief , Fear, Anger, Loneliness, Bitterness : all temporary-His Love: ETERNAL! Faith is the key. Endure☝️

[@holuwateemeeleyin]

Whatever doesn't kill you, know who you belong to.

[@niknatpattywack4293]

Beautiful… tough to hear in the beginning but what a birth experience and a new brand creation that comes out on the end… I RECEIVE IT👐🏽🙋🏽‍♀️👏🏽💃🏽🤸🏽‍♂️🙌🏽🥰💜🙏🏽

[@lwiticomwalukumba4148]

woow am shocked this was huge ... may GOD bless you abundantly🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@cyizamoses972]

So powerful.. She is talented

[@shaniyahharris990]

i got chills !

[@charleydeinspirator]

This is a masterpiece I feel blessed just by listening to this piece. May God bless you

[@reginawangari5617]

Amen let her be blessed

[@midosantossinsungwe7251]

Wow this is a master piece powerful message in it

[@yazrodriguez7609]

Powerful. Period.

[@jeremyhammond6131]

I love thissss❤️❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕

[@comfortjilayi7634]

This is so powerful 🙌

[@miraclefaithkids3691]

wawoo am really in love with this touching message tttt

[@leannegrace6465]

I support this. You Are Good. I believe in you.

[@seraphinammachiiheme808]

This is beautiful 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@janazimmerman5917]

This. This is so so powerful. Perfect timing for me to read because I am feeling this right now. I told a friend last night I was pulling away from church

[@charlotteakanvariwen595]

There's nothing like a perfect church You expect God to be there for you always But are you there for me Do you really care about yr relationship with him,you want him to be for you when you need him and after that you don't know him

[@chinelookoroafor3979]

I'm in awe 🫢. This is the best....

[@godchosen2]

This was very beautiful! Good job queen!🎉🎉❤

[@victorianyakio3819]

Wowwww So talented

[@communicatingourmessage1061]

How beautifully put🥹🥹🥹

[@pmc2999]

Thank you so much for this!

[@hallofthether7566]

It’s quite nice that’s what it feels like to hope and see.

[@blueeyedboy7979]

May Almighty bless you and increase you🙏🙏🙏

[@sarahaddae6958]

Miss Joanah ❤❤❤❤

[@ememwilliam9561]

It's so beautiful

[@pearlmargaretgyimah3603]

Amazing!

[@user-cx2xl3oe8p]

Wow this is beautiful

[@blessedimangolwa9240]

Wow this amazing poetry it,s unique keep on

[@nancyboafoagyarko5153]

So powerful 🔥🔥

[@MS-ij1xm]

This hit home 😪

[@klaireandmicaiah]

I needed this

[@ReturningNull]

You said thank you at the end, but I just want to say No, thank you… I really needed that today

[@debbyyakubu8921]

Hallelujah!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@joygal7743]

This is like melody in my ears

[@trinarenee]

😯 that was deep!!! 😯

[@lovenessmasanduka1380]

Nice piece 😭🥰🥰

[@giftjjbotha6641]

oh my goodness, shes fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@shilinaj2446]

May God increase you with more and more

[@Preciousdocumentaries]

Wow!!!🥺❤

[@charliepatterson9321]

Amen ❤

[@homeynamfukwe3202]

It's a WOW!

[@rosalindquinones2791]

BLESS YOU

[@InspirationalGoddess]

Hallelujah 🕊🕊🕊

[@user-cs4bn4dl4j]

Ohio... This is touching.😢 Blessings 🙏

[@KGYZCocoNut]

Thank-you

[@alainspark8552]

Super amazing GOD

[@wisdomlysanderugoala6278]

So powerful

[@livingthefulllife1933]

This is very educative

[@fashabebe3010]

This was perfect

[@vanitahallen8995]

A creation i would love to listen to whenever I am at my lowest in thought of being left on my own. God got my back

[@selinabattaglia9665]

😂😂🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤ absolutely love it# hallelujah