As I sorted through my mail this past week, I was happy to see a letter from Aidah. She is a 12 year old from Uganda who I have had the privilege to sponsor through Compassion International for the past two years. Through Compassion, Aidah and I have had the opportunity to correspond back and forth fairly consistently. I have loved to see the transforming power of Jesus work in this young girl's life and in the lives of her family. She has eight siblings and parents who do their best to provide for all of them. When Aidah's letter came, I also received a postcard from Compassion International alerting sponsors about the current global food crisis and it's affect on the children of the world.
"The price for rice, beans, corn and other food staples has risen exponentially in recent months, creating extreme hardship and suffering...Families earning less than $2 per day cannot afford to keep up with these rising prices. There is just no margin. The impact is truly devastating."
I believe that our God meets all needs! He tells us not to worry about where our food comes from because He loves us (Matthew Chpt. 6). Please pray with me for children like Aidah who are in desperate need. How else can you be involved? Think about sponsoring a child. For $32 a month, a child receives food, clothing, an education, and the chance to learn about the saving love of Jesus. Visit http://www.compassion.com/ to find out more. It has been one of the coolest things I have had the opportunity to be involved in. God bless you all!
Aidah and the goat she bought with her Christmas money from me.
