This is my view today. I am in bed feeling very sick. Today we were suppose to be working on our kitchen. I was looking forward to it because I really want to get it done plus being sick often means I have time to reflect on life. Reflection can be good but it's not what I need right now. I will spare you the details of my illness but they are reminiscent of how I felt when I returned home from Ethiopia last March. However, not near as severe. Those first few weeks home were very difficult. I blogged about it and quite honestly I just wanted to quit everything because it felt too hard. Thankfully, I pulled through last spring and I am continuing with the good work that has been assigned for me to do.
I saw this quote on Twitter today.
"You think you're gonna serve people out of your good example & expertise, but then God has you serve out of brokenness & disappointment."
That quote really hit home. Almost three years ago I ventured off to Ethiopia with a desire to make a difference in the world. I had no idea how involved I would become or how much I would change. I really wish I was one of those matter of fact thinkers but I am not. I have moments where I accept the harsh realities of this world but more often than not, I am emotionally drained by them. I read a recent article about 13 things that mentally strong people don't do and to be honest I struggle with not all, but many things on that list. Does it mean I am mentally weak? Who knows for sure, but what I do know is that despite the struggle I am determined to push through my weakness by clinging to Jesus and striving to be obedient. I love what Jesus had to say to the Apostle Paul in II Corinthians 12:9,
"My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness."
Therefore, Paul boasted in his weakness, he understood that what is done in his own strength would not be enough, he must rely on God. I completely understand that truth and rest in God to help me continue this good work of helping care for these children in Ethiopia.
Right now I am working to raise $15,000, a much needed fund for my little friends over there. I long to see...
Children enjoying childhood because their needs are being met.
Advanced medical care to address the needs of many children who are just receiving basic medical care at this point.
More nutrition on a daily basis.
I want to see this wonderful staff at FOVC Shanto continue to help these precious children.
I am participating in Children's HopeChest "Change Their Story" year end campaign. My goal is to raise $15,000 for FOVC Shanto which will provide the children with a new school uniform. It will help cover the cost of any unsponsored children now and in the future as FOVC potentially expands. Finally, it will give FOVC a much needed medical fund. Children currently receive basic medical care at the school but multiple needs have been identified and I would like to see these children get to the city for advanced medical care.
Donate TODAY and help make a difference in the lives of these precious children in Shanto, Ethiopia.
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