We held our first Tuesday chapel service today, bringing together the staff led by our Vice Chancellor Prof. Joseph Kiplangat, students, and the wider university community for a time of worship and fellowship. Our theme for this semester is ‘Missions’
Sharing from John 20:21, the University Chaplain ,Rev. Dr. David Maritim challenged the KHU community to embrace the call to mission, reminding them of Jesus’ words: “As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” He focused his message on the theme ‘Steps before the mission begins,’ encouraging members of the university community to understand that mission is not only for pastors or missionaries, but a responsibility that extends to every believer.
The Chaplain emphasized that students at Kenya Highlands University are being prepared to become missionaries through their various professions and areas of study. He noted that wherever they eventually serve; whether in education, business, health, technology, government, or other professions they have an opportunity to influence society for Christ.
He also challenged members of staff to recognize that they are already in the mission field. Their workplaces, interactions with students, and daily responsibilities provide opportunities to demonstrate Christian values and make a difference. He encouraged staff to serve faithfully, reminding them to make the most of every opportunity because the opportunity to serve may not always be available. He therefore urged them to remain prepared and intentional in their service.
In explaining the steps of mission, the Chaplain first emphasized personal transformation. He encouraged the congregation to allow Christ to transform their hearts, noting that mission begins with a changed life.
He then spoke about the importance of spiritual growth. The university community was encouraged to remain firmly rooted in the Word of God and committed to prayer. Spiritual strength, he noted, enables believers to withstand spiritual attacks, avoid burnout, and remain faithful without compromising their values while serving in the mission field.
The third step highlighted was obedience to God’s call. The Chaplain challenged the congregation to surrender personal ambitions, comfort, and convenience in response to God’s purpose. He encouraged them to have the attitude expressed in the words, “Yes, Lord, I am here. Send me.” He reminded the us that God’s call is a call to a divine assignment, requiring willingness and obedience.
The fourth step was empowerment by the Holy Spirit. The Chaplain emphasized that effective mission cannot be accomplished through human strength alone. The Holy Spirit gives believers wisdom, strength, and discernment to navigate different cultures, environments, and challenges as they carry out their mission.
Finally, he emphasized the importance of Christ-like character. He challenged the university community to ensure that their lives reflect the Christ they profess. As he put it, “We must see Christ in us before they hear Christ.” He encouraged members present to allow their conduct, character, relationships, and daily actions to become a testimony of their faith.
In concluding his message, the Chaplain reminded the congregation that these steps are essential in ensuring that mission remains Spirit-led, authentic, and Spirit-filled. He called upon the KHU community to remain prepared, faithful, and willing to serve wherever God places them.
The service concluded with a prayer of dedication, committing the university community, its students, staff, and mission to God.
At Kenya Highlands University, education goes beyond academic preparation. It is about equipping students and staff to live out their faith, serve others, and make a meaningful impact in their professions and communities. Every classroom, office, workplace, and profession is a mission field.
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