Out of Africa | My Dilemma

My time in South Africa has been profoundly eye-opening, leaving me with a powerful dilemma. If our ultimate goal is world peace, how do we begin to undo or reconcile the centuries of inequality, oppression, and systemic injustice that have shaped our world? How do we pave the way for a new beginning when so many yearn for peace but remain entangled in the legacies of poverty, division, and inequality?

This is not a challenge any one person can solve, but history shows us that even small groups, united by shared purpose and vision, can ignite waves of change. It begins with reflection—deeply considering our own positions in life and how they connect to the billions who live below the poverty line. It begins with action—working within our communities, inspiring local efforts, and amplifying voices that have been silenced for too long.

The journey toward peace and equality is daunting, but it is not impossible. Let this message be a spark—a reminder that, while the problems may be vast, so too is our capacity to make a difference. Together, through collective effort, empathy, and a commitment to justice, we can inspire change and move closer to the world we dream of: a world where peace and equality are not distant ideals but living realities for all.

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported and shared such positive feedback on my previous video, My Dilemma. Your thoughtful responses mean so much to me, and they’ve inspired me to delve deeper into this important conversation.

In this new video, I want to address some of the recurring points that were raised—particularly the comparisons to other countries, like China or the US, where poverty and inequality are also significant issues. It’s true: poverty knows no borders. Across the globe, billions of people struggle to survive below the poverty line. However, the context of South Africa presents a deeply unique and painful reality.

For over 400 years, the systematic oppression of Black South Africans by a small white minority has created a legacy unlike any other. This isn’t just about economic disparity; it’s about generations of disenfranchisement, exploitation, and racial domination embedded into the very fabric of society. The scars of colonialism and apartheid run deep, shaping every aspect of life for millions today.

In my next video, I’ll explore an aspect that is often overlooked but deeply significant: the role of the Church in perpetuating and enabling this oppression. By examining history and current realities, I hope to shed light on how religion has been used both as a tool for control and, at times, as a force for resistance.

Thank you again for engaging with these difficult but necessary conversations. I’m excited to continue this journey with you and to uncover truths that inspire change.

In many of the comments on my post, I see the pervasive influence of false teachings within Christianity, a distortion that highlights the church’s complicity in perpetuating the divide between the haves and the have-nots. These teachings uphold systems of oppression rather than dismantle them, offering comfort to the privileged while pacifying the suffering with empty promises.

The poor and oppressed are told to endure their hardships, to trust that Jesus will save them, and to simply pray for deliverance. Meanwhile, the wealthy are reassured that belief in Jesus alone secures their place in Heaven, absolving them of the responsibility to act justly, to give generously, or to work toward the healing of a broken world. These are lies that betray the very essence of Christ’s message.

Jesus did not call us to passive faith or complacency. He taught us to love—not just our friends, but also our enemies. He challenged us to seek perfection, to strive toward the divine standard of love, justice, and compassion that God embodies. His life was a blueprint for transformation, requiring not only belief but action. To follow Jesus means to walk the path He walked—to heal, to serve, to confront injustice, and to grow in holiness.

Truth is not scattered on the surface for the taking; it must be sought earnestly, with humility and courage. And Jesus made it clear that our actions matter. What we do in this life carries eternal weight, shaping not only the conditions of the afterlife but also the state of our souls. Every choice, every deed, and every failure to act ripples into eternity, determining the lessons we carry into the next life.

The call of Christ is not a license for spiritual laziness or worldly indulgence. It is a summons to transformation—of ourselves, our communities, and the systems that oppress. To follow Him is to work tirelessly for reconciliation and justice, to embody love in its fullest form, and to seek truth even when it is inconvenient or challenging. This is the work we are called to, and it is long past time for the church to reclaim its prophetic voice in this mission.

Note: Please read the Letter Leopold II to Colonial Missionaries which shows how the church has been complicit in the oppression of Africans.

@kaapieinkorea posted this video on TikTok in response to the TikTok version of my Out of Africa | My Dilemma.