Sweet Fruits of Stewardship: Kanantapa Community Harvests Honey through Bible Society’s Tree of Life Project

Amid the gentle rustle of leaves and the soft hum of bees, the Kanantapa community celebrated a small but meaningful victory — harvesting 50 litres of pure, golden honey from their local beekeeping initiative. This milestone isn’t just about honey; it’s about faith in action, stewardship, and the beauty of co-creating with God.

This initiative is part of the Tree of Life Project, implemented by the Bible Society of Zambia, which seeks to teach and demonstrate practical stewardship of God’s creation. Rooted in Biblical principles, the project empowers communities to protect, nurture, and benefit from the environment — turning faith-based values into tangible livelihoods.

In Kanantapa, the project began with training community members in sustainable beekeeping, constructing modern beehives, and planting trees to restore degraded areas. Over time, the buzzing of bees signaled hope: a reminder that caring for creation brings real, sustainable blessings.

“When we harvested the honey, it was like tasting God’s faithfulness,” said Mrs. Mwansa, one of the local farmers involved in the project. “Through this initiative, we see that stewardship is not just about preserving nature, but also about uplifting our families and community.”

Beyond economic benefits, the Tree of Life Project has become a living lesson for the Kanantapa community — that every tree planted and every hive nurtured is an act of worship and gratitude. It embodies the call in Genesis to “tend and keep” the earth, and reminds everyone that creation care is not separate from faith, but an expression of it.

For the Bible Society of Zambia, this project is a way to bring Scripture to life. By linking Bible teachings on stewardship to practical initiatives, they inspire communities to see God’s creation not just as a resource, but as a sacred trust.

The 50 litres of honey harvested this season stand as a sweet symbol: that when faith and action meet, even the smallest community can taste the richness of God’s blessings — and share them with generations to come.