Sunday, February 2nd, 2025
Londa Lamond: A Journey of Faith Through Trials
I thought you might be interested in hearing a bit about some of the artists I've been involving in my Galatians music project! This is the first in the series.
Londa Lamond is featured in my Galatians 3:23-29 song, and I asked her recently to tell me a bit about her walk of faith. She has a beautiful testimony of God's faithfulness.
Londa Lamond's journey with faith began early in her life. Born into a church-going family, she accepted Christ at the tender age of six or seven. Since then, her life has been intertwined with her faith, particularly through music. She found herself at the forefront of her church's praise and worship team by the age of 14, using her voice as a vessel for spiritual expression.
However, like many, Londa's walk with God has not been without its trials. She openly shares her struggles with depression, which she describes as having become almost a companion throughout her life. These struggles were compounded by traumatic experiences; she was sexually assaulted multiple times during her youth, an ordeal that tested her faith and self-worth.
The courtroom's harsh judgment further deepened her battle with depression when, in her late teens, a judge labeled her a liar during a trial related to her assault. This rejection led Londa to a dark place, where she attempted suicide twice. Through this profound darkness, she experienced what she describes as God's direct intervention, saving her from her despair.
Londa's road to recovery included battling low self-esteem, particularly about her appearance. She once despised her smile because of a noticeable gap in her teeth, something she has since learned to embrace as part of her uniqueness. Her journey towards self-acceptance was another testament to her faith, acknowledging God's role in helping her through her personal struggles.
As a single mother of two boys, Londa credits her faith for the provision and strength needed to raise her children. Her narrative is one of divine providence, where God has consistently made a way "out of no way" for her family. Her faith has not only been a personal anchor but has also influenced her sons, who decided of their own accord to be baptized last year, a moment of joy and affirmation for Londa that her faith was being passed down.
In her testimony, Londa speaks of God's grace, mercy, loving-kindness, goodness, and faithfulness, describing herself as "more than a conqueror" through these experiences. Her life is a profound narrative of overcoming adversity through faith, serving as an inspiration to others. Her story is not just one of survival but of thriving in the love of God, with a commitment to serve Him, come what may.
I encourage you to visit Londa's social media profiles and stream her music on whichever platform you prefer. Let's encourage this sister-in-Christ as she uses her gifts for God's glory!