Maddie
I love the moments in life when Father reveals the purpose of trials and situations and even just little frustrations. For me, this trip has been filled with realizing the purpose of many events, all of which have just made me in awe of His greater plan for my life. The struggles and illnesses have allowed me to understand the desire just to be close to someone. These kids would just cling to us and I just know that is why we are here. It may seem like such a small thing to give--closeness and love--but it can move mountains and change hearts. The language barrier brings you to such simple terms with the kids--name, age, brothers/sisters--yet a strong bond is still formed that tugs at all kinds of strings in your heart. It's something far beyond anything I could do on my own plan or my own strength. The kids have such joy in their eyes with what little they have, it just changes the way I look at my life and the blessings I have been given. I have been blessed so that I can bless others, because seeing that joy in their eyes is worth more than anything of this world.
I love the moments in life when Father reveals the purpose of trials and situations and even just little frustrations. For me, this trip has been filled with realizing the purpose of many events, all of which have just made me in awe of His greater plan for my life. The struggles and illnesses have allowed me to understand the desire just to be close to someone. These kids would just cling to us and I just know that is why we are here. It may seem like such a small thing to give--closeness and love--but it can move mountains and change hearts. The language barrier brings you to such simple terms with the kids--name, age, brothers/sisters--yet a strong bond is still formed that tugs at all kinds of strings in your heart. It's something far beyond anything I could do on my own plan or my own strength. The kids have such joy in their eyes with what little they have, it just changes the way I look at my life and the blessings I have been given. I have been blessed so that I can bless others, because seeing that joy in their eyes is worth more than anything of this world.
