Kenyan social media influencer, celebrated entrepreneur and founder of Marini Naturals Michelle Ntalami, has made a grand reentry to social media after a year-long hiatus. Known for her prowess in the beauty and business industries, Michelle’s return wasn’t just about business as usual but marked a significant shift in her life’s journey.
In an emotionally charged post on her social media platforms, Michelle shared her transformative experience, revealing that she has dedicated her life to Jesus Christ.
Michelle explained, “I have done my fair share of publicity for myself, others, and brands. But today, I do it for the Lord Jesus Christ. I have received the greatest gift one could ever have! On the 21st of August 2023, I had a life-changing encounter with God Himself.”
As an astute businesswoman, Michelle’s life seemed perfect on the outside. She had built a successful brand with Marini Naturals, a popular line of natural hair care products. However, she disclosed that behind the scenes, she was grappling with deep emotional wounds and personal struggles. Michelle describes herself as an empath, which means she feels others’ pain deeply. Over time, these experiences took a heavy toll on her mental and emotional health, leading her to hit rock bottom last year.
“In an instant, I felt the most overpowering rush of love and light engulf me! A thunderous, beautiful voice called my name ‘Michelle’ 3 times. He blinded me and threw me on the floor. In that moment, I knew I was in the presence of the Lord! Then God said; ‘Yes I am real. Yes I have seen your pain and I have been there through it all. Yes I AM.’ Then for about an hour, God showed me visions and spoke to me about so many things in my life. The depth of this entire conversation and experience cannot be put in words,” she shared.
During this profound encounter, Michelle received messages and visions from God. This divine interaction brought her immense peace and healing, prompting her to take a break from social media to focus on her spiritual journey. God isolated and sanctified her, guiding her to step away from the public eye for a period of nine months. A period of she says was crucial for her healing and transformation. She emerged from this spiritual retreat with a renewed purpose and a heart full of gratitude and faith.
Michelle declared that her life and influence, including her social media presence, would now be dedicated to glorifying God. She emphasized, “First, I fully gave my life to Jesus! Second, everything I do in my life including all my influence on social media, will be for the glory of God. Third, I will be on fire for God because He was on fire for me! So may I decrease as He increases. And as one of the visions he gave me, may my story save souls and touch the world!”
“I’m not perfect. Walking with Christ is a journey. I was a sinner, saved by the blood of Jesus. And my past life is a true testimony to this,” she continued.
Michelle’s announcement has been met with mixed reactions from her fans, followers, and the general public. Some have applauded her for her courage and transparency, while others are curious about how this new chapter will unfold for the successful entrepreneur. Her life now serves as a testament to the power of divine intervention and the transformative power of faith. As she eloquently put it, “Who the Son sets free, is free indeed.”
