South Africa, with its breathtaking landscapes and complex history, has always been a place of paradox. A nation torn by division yet brimming with hope, brokenness yet deep resilience. But as I journeyed through its vibrant towns, rural villages, and remarkable grasslands, I saw something I didn’t expect—something that touched me to the very core of my being. God is moving in South Africa in powerful ways, calling the nation to a deeper unity, true reconciliation, a restoration of its original design, and a revival that transcends its past.

What I witnessed there was not only a reflection of God’s heart for South Africa, but a revelation of His deep love and urgent calling for the Body of Christ worldwide. In this place of both pain and promise, God rekindled passions in my own personal heart, reminding me of His divine blueprint for reconciliation, justice, and unity. This journey wasn’t just about what God is doing in a nation; it was about what He’s doing in me—and in the Church.

As I reflect on my experience, I invite you to walk with me through a story of awakening—both personal and collective. This is a call to the Body of Christ to step into the fullness of God’s purpose for each and every nation, to embrace His call to unity and reconcilation, and to take part in the redemptive work He is doing in the world.

It was quite a surreal and nothing short of unique experience to go from stunning coastline real estate to tin shanty villages just around the corner. Nonetheless, I encountered the most faith-filled and joyful worshippers in these villages. I daily sat and soaked in the Afrikaans and Xhosa songs to the Lord and I will forever be marked by the presence of God despite my inability to interpret these languages. It was the upmost honor to get to join local nurses in their weekly rounds to shanty homes and visit patients suffering from some of the most horrific illnesses due to the community’s lack of running water, sanitation, and toilets. To my surprise, God struck me over and over again of the richness of their joy, the wealth of their hope, and the prosperity of their altruism. The easily noticeable gift of unity in these communities directly affects the nation’s attack on unity as a whole.