{"id":5805,"date":"2025-11-17T11:02:21","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T09:02:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swazidailynews.com\/?p=5805"},"modified":"2025-11-17T11:02:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T09:02:21","slug":"eswatini-protected-by-god-king","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genesisekucalenimedia.com\/edn\/5805\/eswatini-daily-news\/eswatini-protected-by-god-king\/","title":{"rendered":"ESWATINI PROTECTED BY GOD\u2013KING"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By Thokozani Mazibuko<\/p>\n<p>His Majesty King Mswati III has reassured the nation that Eswatini continues to be protected and guided by God, calling on citizens to remain prayerful and united as the country approaches the end of the year.<\/p>\n<p>The King delivered the message during the End of Year National Prayer held at Mandvulo Hall, where thousands gathered to worship and reflect on the nation\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n<p>In his sermon, His Majesty said the peace and stability experienced by the Kingdom, despite global and regional challenges, demonstrate God\u2019s ongoing favour.<\/p>\n<p>He urged emaSwati to remain steadfast in faith and to continue building a society grounded in respect, love and responsibility.<\/p>\n<p>The King reflected on the importance of prayer in strengthening national resilience. He said the nation has weathered various storms over the years because it has continued to seek divine guidance and has maintained unity.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGod continues to protect the Kingdom of Eswatini. We must remain prayerful, united and focused on building a peaceful and prosperous nation. Through prayer, we overcome challenges and find strength as a people,\u201d His Majesty said.<\/p>\n<p>Mandvulo Hall was filled with hymns, worship sessions and intercessory prayers led by church leaders from across the country. Prayers focused on the nation\u2019s leadership, economic renewal, young people, families and peace.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5811\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5811\" style=\"width: 1157px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-5811\" src=\"https:\/\/genesisekucalenimedia.com\/edn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/PAGE-2-SUBLEAD-His-Majesty-King-Mswati-III-delivered-a-very-powerful-sermon-urging-emaSwati-to-put-God-first-in-everything-they-do-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1157\" height=\"775\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5811\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">His Majesty King Mswati III delivered a very powerful sermon, urging emaSwati to put God first in everything they do<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>His Majesty reminded the nation that the End of Year National Prayer is a moment not only to reflect on the year\u2019s blessings but also to renew dedication to unity and national development.<\/p>\n<p>He encouraged citizens to avoid division and embrace positive contributions that uplift communities.<\/p>\n<p>Peace, the King emphasised, remains one of Eswatini\u2019s greatest assets. He called on emaSwati to be custodians of harmony in their homes and neighbourhoods, noting that development can only thrive in a stable environment.<\/p>\n<p>Religious leaders welcomed the King\u2019s message, saying it inspires hope and reinforces the central role of faith in the national fabric. 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