I’ve always been curious, always eager to learn. Some folks chase knowledge to feel smarter, but that’s never been my drive. I simply want to be as informed as possible, learn from others, and share what I discover with anyone who’s interested. That’s why I love traveling.

Yes, our second trip to Kenya was mainly about obeying God-led, but it also fueled my love for learning through travel. Besides being on the other side of the world, Kenya is so different. Like any country that attracts tourists, there are fancy hotels and restaurants, but the level of poverty is beyond what I’ve seen in America. The lack of infrastructure, unpaved roads, goats, baboons, cattle, and sheep wandering through the streets, squatting holes rather than toilets, and so many more stark differences. One Kenyan asked me, “So, you don’t have animals walking on the streets in America?”… ugh…no!

Don’t get me wrong, I’ve fallen in love with the people of Kenya, and they have a kind of wealth we desperately need here in the West, but that’s a story for another day.

The second lesson is that many Kenyans long to come to the United States. When they hear you’re from America, their faces light up with excitement. The cynic in us might think, “Sure, they see dollar signs.” And that might be true. Many seem to believe all Americans are rich, and from their perspective, most of us are.

Don’t let anyone fool you. We are a blessed nation founded on Judeo-Christian values. It was an absolute miracle that we won our freedom from the British Empire, the most powerful empire in the world at that time in history. The American colonies didn’t even have a standing army. It was a miracle. We are not perfect. What nation is? And let’s be mindful that slavery still exists today in parts of the world.

I’m sharing this to highlight a truly special connection –  My absolute favorite place to minister in Nakuru, Kenya, is the Jomo Kenyatte Boarding School. We were blessed to minister to 1,500 girls aged 14-19, who are incredibly passionate about God. You can watch the video here. Passionate in their praise and worship and passionate in their love for the Word of God.  Their spiritual leader is Paul Walthako. The job he is doing mentoring these young women is astounding.

We visited the school on July 4th, which marked the 250th anniversary of our nation, America. I told them how it hurts me that despite all of our blessings, America is facing a cultural divide. It’s a tough time, and I asked for their prayers. Afterward, Paul asked if we could provide three flags for him and the student to continue to pray specifically for America, Israel, and Kenya. It was truly heartwarming to witness their desire to pray for us. This man of God is incredibly knowledgeable about the culture and spiritual challenges in America.

You see, other nations see us for what we often overlook or take for granted. The United States of America has been blessed by God, and we are seen as a beacon of freedom and opportunity. We must fight for it. Other nations are counting on us to retain or rekindle the values and unity that make us strong. It’s a good thing to stand up against injustice and for what’s right because our God is a just God, but He also values gratitude and Truth.

Let’s come together. The world is watching and depending on us.