Sɛ m'anidasoɔ sa a...

"Sɛ m'anidasoɔ sa a..." translates to a profound declaration of faith: "I will go to Jesus when all hope is lost." This moving Twi choral piece by Baffour A. O. Sarpong is a prayer of total surrender. When we sing this, we are reminding ourselves and the congregation that in moments of overwhelming burden—when problems feel too heavy and beyond our strength—there is a safe harbor in Christ.

The arrangement is gentle yet deeply reassuring, allowing the choir to minister comfort directly to the weary heart. As the lyrics progress, they speak of leaving every troubling situation to Him, trusting that He will step in and take the lead ("mɛma me Nyame adi m'anim o"). It is a perfect selection for moments of reflection, prayer, or during an offertory when the church is invited to lay their anxieties at the altar.

Rehearsing this piece requires a focus on the text's emotional weight. The call to the "Ɔsahen" (the Mighty Warrior or Commander) to be our rock of salvation ("nkwagyeɛ botan") builds into a comforting climax of daily devotion—morning, afternoon, and night. It is a song that stays with you long after the final note, offering a quiet strength for the days ahead.