Our Thursday chapel service was greatly enriched as we welcomed Rev. Dr. Joseph Rono, an esteemed alumnus from the Class of 1984, who ministered to the university community. Sharing from Hebrews 13:16, he reminded us that revival that does not overflow into generosity is incomplete. True revival transforms the heart and naturally expresses itself through acts of goodness and generosity toward others. When God revives His people, generosity becomes an act of worship.
Rev. Dr. Rono highlighted three sacrifices that characterize a revived life. The first is the sacrifice of praise, which should be continuous and rooted in genuine revival, as believers openly confess and glorify Christ with their words and lives. The second is the sacrifice of practice, which calls us to intentionally do good even when it is inconvenient, demonstrating our faith through practical acts of service. The third is the sacrifice of sharing, reminding us that revived living leads us to willingly share our time, strength, wisdom, and resources with others.
In his concluding remarks, Rev. Dr. Rono emphasized that revival does not end at the altar; it continues in the everyday spaces of life; in Management Offices, Senate meetings, Lecture Halls, Examination rooms, and wherever we interact with others. He encouraged the congregation to remain faithful in doing good: even when people are not kind, choose to be kind anyway; even when your sacrifices are forgotten, continue serving; and even when your efforts are not appreciated, do it anyway for the glory of God.
His message was a timely reminder that a truly revived life reflects Christ through praise, service, and generous sharing with others.
