Jody’s Story

Last week Jody, a mom of 5, shared with me her Compassion story. It was such a compelling story that I asked her if I could share it with you! I love stories where God squashes our fears and does His best work!  That’s what this story is all about!...

“I’m convinced that one of the most powerful forces on earth is the prayer of a child.” ― Wes Stafford, former CEO of Compassion, Intl     We’re up to 9 kids sponsored!  41 left to go! Will you be the answer to a child’s...

Third Thursday Blog Hop: Love Your Feelings

Today is our Third Thursday Blog Hop…but before we jump into our blog hop topic, I want to share two updates with you: First, we are up to 7!  Seven kids have been sponsored in the past week as a part of my 50th birthday wish I shared last week.  Only 43 kids...

The Power of a Story

Sometimes there is power in hearing someone’s personal story. This video does just that. (If you receive my blog by email, you can watch the video here.) One Act from Compassion International on Vimeo.  

Cancer and Compassion

When we were in Africa, our Compassion child, Theresia, shared more of her story with us. Because Theresia’s mother was a teenager herself, Theresia’s grandmother served as her primary caregiver during her early years. The more she talked about her...

Quote of the Week

“…when adults speak up for the vulnerable and the weak, working and demanding that safety and respect prevail, God’s little lambs are protected and nourished. They know they are not abandoned; they are loved. And the world becomes a little more like heaven...

First World Problems

I had never heard the phrase “first-world problems” until just a few months ago. Maybe you’re ahead of me and you’re familiar with the phrase and maybe today is the first time you’ve heard it. Regardless, the concept of first-world...

Marriage Monday: What I Committed To When I Said I Do

Today’s post is from my friend Angie. She wrote it for our local newspaper and I told her that it had to be shared on the blog. I hope it encourages you in the same way it encouraged me! **************************************************************** I didn’t...

Quote of the Week

“The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.”                                                                                ~...