Does It Make a Difference?

At the end of a long trip, I think of all the sacrifices being made by donors and partners who are giving generously and church planters on the field who lead teams and projects faithfully. And, in my weariness I can find myself asking, “With all of the problems in the world, is this giving and sacrifice making a difference?”

But then I remind myself of the many, many statements that I hear from people over and over that reflect the simple reality that lives are being changed. These simple ‘testimonies’ always speak loudly to me that it is ALL worth it!

A life transformed by the Gospel: “I became truly free. I was bound by such superstition and religion that was like a heavy load in my life. But I found total freedom and peace through God’s grace.”

Clean water for a village: “We were amazed that these people would provide us clean water for our children who struggle with disease. We were excited to hear their message.”

Bore hole dug providing irrigation for farming: “We were walking three miles each way, every day, to get some water for eating and cleaning. Now, we have water for ourselves and we can grow enough food to eat and sell to pay for school fees.”

Abandoned children rescued: “Do you realize that many of these children on this playground (over 300) would not have food every day, would not be receiving this education, and many would not have people in their lives who truly care for them?”

Training and support for more church planters: “We need you to come to our area and train the people we are working with. They need this training because it is clear, simple, and will help us to reach out to so many people.”

Thank you, once again, for joining together with us through yet another adventure!