“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”
Mark 16:15 (KJV)
Brief History of Kenya
Early History
- Human Habitation: Evidence of early human habitation dates back millions of years, with significant fossil finds in places like Koobi Fora.
- Ethnic Groups: The region was populated by many peoples, including Bantu and Nilotic groups.
Trade and Colonization
- Arab Influence: From around 600 AD, Arab traders settled along the coast, establishing trade routes and cultural exchange.
- British Colonization: In the late 19th century Kenya entered the British Empire, beginning with the British East Africa Protectorate in 1895.
Path to Independence
- Political Movements: Independence efforts grew through the Kenya African Union and the Mau Mau Uprising against colonial rule.
- Independence: Kenya became independent on December 12, 1963, with Jomo Kenyatta as first Prime Minister, and a republic in 1964.
CIYWR in Kenya
As with our other Revival outreaches, we work with local pastors and religious leaders well before our Crusades, during the Revivals, and afterward. That partnership is the most effective way to win souls for Jesus Christ and make solid disciples of new converts. Because of the large area and population, we stay strategic with both finances and time.
Evangelistic Work
Open-air crusades (city and remote), church healing and salvation revivals, and personal outreach.
“For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them.” — Luke 9:56
Service Work
Hospital visits, ministering to the poor, and local church growth and outreach.
“Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ…” — Acts 2:38–39
