So here it is, the last day of another year. Been thinking and reflecting on lots of things today and looking forward to 2009. First and foremost I just need to give praise to God that I am even here to be writing this. (is it still writing even though I’m typing ?) If He had not dredged me up from the mess that was my life I would surely be languishing somewhere much hotter than Africa in the summertime……So THANK YOU JESUS for cleaning me up and giving me an awesome life to live out for you.
Today is also my Mom’s birthday. She would have been 71 this year. Along with Mothers Day I guess these are the times I really still miss her most. Hard to believe she has been gone for 21 years already. I suppose I was a bit of a disappointment for her as I was far from living life for Jesus at the time of her passing. I’m happy I will get to see her again one day.
Who would have known I would be blogging from Africa at this time last year? Surely not me. God has a way of sneaking up on us with these things. What a ride it’s been and what an adjustment to life as I knew it. I am so thankful that He chooses me to play some small part in His plan and purpose for these precious people here on this continent. Its really been a life changing experience and I’m looking forward to what He has in store for 2009.
Here are some faces I have seen this year. Some are from Swaziland, some from Zimbawbwe, some from Uganda and others from Mozambique. No matter where they call home, behind every one of them is a unique child of the King whom I have had the opportunity to show the love He has for them. Some of them will make you smile and laugh, others may make you cry. I have done a lot of both since moving here.
Either way you should know that each and every one of these kids, along with many thousands of others are living life a little bit better because we are able to feed them, love them and teach them about Jesus. What a way to spend 2008. I can’t wait to see what God has in store for 2009.
Happy New Year and love from the children of Africa.
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