I had the privilege to hear Authur Blessitt last night at church.. wow.. the sacrifice that he has made to carry the cross through every nation and island is amazing.
The World’s Longest Walk as listed in the Guinness World Records
38,102 Miles, 315 Countries and Major Island groups, 40 Years and 1 Mission!!
Arthur Blessitt: A world traveler, world record holder, and a follower of Jesus Christ has accomplished the following with the help of God and the love he has for all the people of the world.
– Walked around the world since Christmas Day, December 25, 1969 carrying a 12 foot cross for Jesus.
– Now 38,102 miles (61,319 k.m.).
– 315 countries, Island Groups and Territories.
– Walked on all seven Continents including Antarctica.
– Been through 52 countries at war.
– Arrested or jailed 24 times (Not for Crimes)
– Listed in the Guinness World Records for the ‘World’s longest walk’.
Arthur says, “I Love God, I love people, I try to keep it simple”.
Of the journey he says, “Jesus did it, I give Him all the glory”.
Posted on February 11, 2010
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