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A Tribute to the Life of Evangelist Percy Dlamini
05 May 2025 at 23:07hrs | Views
The Guta RaMwari Religion, under the governance of the Holy Spirit, solemnly acknowledges and pays heartfelt tribute to the family of Evangelist Percy Dlamini, who departed this earthly life on April 26, 2025. His transition marks not merely the end of a physical journey but the glorious return of a faithful servant to the eternal abode of the Almighty.
Born on 6 June 1952 in Bulawayo, Evangelist Dlamini was drawn into the Guta RaMwari Religion at the tender age of 19, in 1971, compelled by divine providence through the spiritual afflictions in his life. Severely emaciated due to persistent ill-health, his suffering led him to seek refuge in Guta RaMwari, following the footsteps of his father. Upon his admission, he bore witness to an intensification of his affliction, even to the extent that his dreams began to trouble him. Yet, in unwavering obedience and spiritual resilience, he remained steadfast. Within the religion, he received a proclamation that his healing would be manifested through the preaching of the Word of God.
True to this decree, Evangelist Dlamini committed the totality of his earthly existence to the preaching of the gospel and the giving of living testimonies. His unwavering devotion was a testament to the transformative power of obedience to divine will. Though he entered the religion in the twilight of his adolescence, he remained a virgin, upholding God's eternal decree that all youth must abstain from coitus prior to holy matrimony. This commandment preserves the sanctity of the soul and renders it receptive to the whispers of the Holy Spirit.
On 27 October 1981, Percy Dlamini entered holy matrimony with a young woman, herself having willingly submitted to virginity testing in accordance with the sacred ordinances of the religion. Such practice manifests divine will, that the young shall present themselves pure before God and enter the marital covenant as consecrated vessels. Those who may have engaged in sexual intercourse before marriage are earnestly encouraged to embrace a life of abstinence, refraining from further coitus until they are united in holy matrimony, following God's redemptive will and the call to purity. This divine alignment not only pleases God but ensures that their offspring are shielded from spiritual ailments, both manifest and hidden, that arise from illicit or unwarranted coitus.
Holy Messenger Tommy Z. Ncube, one of the seniors in the religion, recalls that Dlamini's union with the love of his life was initiated by Evangelist James Bori Tawodzera, of the Chosen Twelve families. Having discerned the purity and spiritual readiness of young Percy, Evangelist Tawodzera sought to pair him with a young woman of equal virtue and divine calling. From this union, four children were born. Notably, Holy Messenger Ncube reflects that it was only after entering into this divinely sanctioned marriage that Evangelist Dlamini began to regain a healthy bodily stature, signifying the holistic restoration that comes with alignment to God's order.
In recognition of his youthful zeal and spiritual maturity, Dlamini was entrusted with sacred responsibilities early in his journey. He was appointed to serve alongside Evangelist Machisenge, another member of the Chosen Twelve families, on the Bereavement Committee, a divine mandate he fulfilled with unwavering commitment until his physical departure. In his youth, he was further elevated to the role of Youth Elder, in line with the tradition of the religion at the time.
Many within the congregation affirm that Evangelist Dlamini was indeed a vessel through whom God ministered healing, not only to himself but to countless others. His voice resounded with divine authority, his messages touching the hearts of many devoted souls. Evangelist Langa Khumalo bears witness to a moment of divine affirmation, recalling that after one of Dlamini's sermons, the Voice proclaimed: "If you commit yourself to the work of salvation, I give you words to preach." It was further revealed that, unbeknownst to Dlamini, the very sermon he had delivered had been written at the Holy Mount the night prior, a testament to his role as a conduit of heavenly utterance.
Among his most enduring teachings was his call for reverence toward all that is of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from God's earlier teachings, he cautioned against striving for the downfall of other religions such as Christianity, which, though having fulfilled its divine cycle, is nonetheless a creation of the Spirit and thus endowed with spiritual longevity. He reminded the congregation that when God descended upon Africa in the Second Host, He chose a household for His indwelling, elevating it as His Mount. Thereafter, He selected Twelve Families to advance His salvific mission with the promise that the congregation would multiply in due course. That promise has been fulfilled, as the congregation continues to grow to reflect the glory and perpetuity of the Holy Spirit's work. His central message was that this, too, is a divine creation of the Holy Spirit, endowed with a sacred longevity that shall endure across countless generations.
Dlamini is also remembered for his dedication as a young man during the construction of the GRM prayer hall in the Lobengula location. Holy Messenger T.Z. Ncube recalls that although Dlamini was not a businessman and was still part of the youth group, he actively took part in fundraising efforts. These efforts required each businessperson to contribute ten pounds, and despite not being a businessman himself, Dlamini gave his ten pounds just like the others. This symbolises the selfless commitment, strong sense of responsibility, and deep faith that characterised this departed hero.
Today, as we reflect upon the earthly life and heavenly ascension of Evangelist Percy Dlamini, we are reminded that while the congregation has lost a venerable elder, one who walked the path of righteousness to the very end, the heavens have gained a faithful and trusted servant. His legacy is a clarion call to the younger generations to pursue a life marked by servant leadership, purity, humility, love, and unwavering trust in God.
Everlastingly.
This tribute is submitted by the Literature Committee of South Africa (LitcoSA), in honour of a life well-lived in service to God.
Born on 6 June 1952 in Bulawayo, Evangelist Dlamini was drawn into the Guta RaMwari Religion at the tender age of 19, in 1971, compelled by divine providence through the spiritual afflictions in his life. Severely emaciated due to persistent ill-health, his suffering led him to seek refuge in Guta RaMwari, following the footsteps of his father. Upon his admission, he bore witness to an intensification of his affliction, even to the extent that his dreams began to trouble him. Yet, in unwavering obedience and spiritual resilience, he remained steadfast. Within the religion, he received a proclamation that his healing would be manifested through the preaching of the Word of God.
True to this decree, Evangelist Dlamini committed the totality of his earthly existence to the preaching of the gospel and the giving of living testimonies. His unwavering devotion was a testament to the transformative power of obedience to divine will. Though he entered the religion in the twilight of his adolescence, he remained a virgin, upholding God's eternal decree that all youth must abstain from coitus prior to holy matrimony. This commandment preserves the sanctity of the soul and renders it receptive to the whispers of the Holy Spirit.
On 27 October 1981, Percy Dlamini entered holy matrimony with a young woman, herself having willingly submitted to virginity testing in accordance with the sacred ordinances of the religion. Such practice manifests divine will, that the young shall present themselves pure before God and enter the marital covenant as consecrated vessels. Those who may have engaged in sexual intercourse before marriage are earnestly encouraged to embrace a life of abstinence, refraining from further coitus until they are united in holy matrimony, following God's redemptive will and the call to purity. This divine alignment not only pleases God but ensures that their offspring are shielded from spiritual ailments, both manifest and hidden, that arise from illicit or unwarranted coitus.
Holy Messenger Tommy Z. Ncube, one of the seniors in the religion, recalls that Dlamini's union with the love of his life was initiated by Evangelist James Bori Tawodzera, of the Chosen Twelve families. Having discerned the purity and spiritual readiness of young Percy, Evangelist Tawodzera sought to pair him with a young woman of equal virtue and divine calling. From this union, four children were born. Notably, Holy Messenger Ncube reflects that it was only after entering into this divinely sanctioned marriage that Evangelist Dlamini began to regain a healthy bodily stature, signifying the holistic restoration that comes with alignment to God's order.
In recognition of his youthful zeal and spiritual maturity, Dlamini was entrusted with sacred responsibilities early in his journey. He was appointed to serve alongside Evangelist Machisenge, another member of the Chosen Twelve families, on the Bereavement Committee, a divine mandate he fulfilled with unwavering commitment until his physical departure. In his youth, he was further elevated to the role of Youth Elder, in line with the tradition of the religion at the time.
Among his most enduring teachings was his call for reverence toward all that is of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from God's earlier teachings, he cautioned against striving for the downfall of other religions such as Christianity, which, though having fulfilled its divine cycle, is nonetheless a creation of the Spirit and thus endowed with spiritual longevity. He reminded the congregation that when God descended upon Africa in the Second Host, He chose a household for His indwelling, elevating it as His Mount. Thereafter, He selected Twelve Families to advance His salvific mission with the promise that the congregation would multiply in due course. That promise has been fulfilled, as the congregation continues to grow to reflect the glory and perpetuity of the Holy Spirit's work. His central message was that this, too, is a divine creation of the Holy Spirit, endowed with a sacred longevity that shall endure across countless generations.
Dlamini is also remembered for his dedication as a young man during the construction of the GRM prayer hall in the Lobengula location. Holy Messenger T.Z. Ncube recalls that although Dlamini was not a businessman and was still part of the youth group, he actively took part in fundraising efforts. These efforts required each businessperson to contribute ten pounds, and despite not being a businessman himself, Dlamini gave his ten pounds just like the others. This symbolises the selfless commitment, strong sense of responsibility, and deep faith that characterised this departed hero.
Today, as we reflect upon the earthly life and heavenly ascension of Evangelist Percy Dlamini, we are reminded that while the congregation has lost a venerable elder, one who walked the path of righteousness to the very end, the heavens have gained a faithful and trusted servant. His legacy is a clarion call to the younger generations to pursue a life marked by servant leadership, purity, humility, love, and unwavering trust in God.
Everlastingly.
This tribute is submitted by the Literature Committee of South Africa (LitcoSA), in honour of a life well-lived in service to God.
Source - The Literature Committee of South Africa (LitcoSA)
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