I love African children.
We went to the Hope house on monday and just decided to hang out with the kids for a while before we start to get into scheduled things with them. As soon as I walked up to the house a little boy named Moussoumba, who is about 6 years old, came up and wanted me to carry him in because he was "Fatigue," (french for tired). I carried him in and a 10 year old Nigerian boy named Christofer came and gave me a hug. We watched and helped as the kids were drawing on paper whatever they wanted. Most of them could draw better than I have ever been able to.
After a few hours I started to wonder how their parents do it. There are 25 or so of these kids in the house. After a few hours of crying, fights and puking, I was ready to go....But they were so much fun. They always find things to do and occupy their time with. I saw a 3 years old trying to make a meal of manioc in the back yard with a butter knife and a piece of wood as her chopping block haha. They just need love and attention, which is something im glad to give them.
Tuesday I went to the medical clinic. I get to help fill out prescriptions, which is something I would have to go to school for forever at home. The people come in, see a doctor and then come and get medication that we give them in the Pharmacy. I enjoyed that a lot and hope to be there a lot this summer. This is also on the same property that I hope to help get a rehab center working.
I dont think I ever mentioned that I along with another girl are in charge of meals. On Saturday Meredith leaves, Tuesday the girl that is also in charge of meals leaves, so I will be in charge of meals for 12 people for a while. I hope they dont mind cereal.
So. What has God been showing me? That I need to be seeking Him and running after Him more than ever. I need His direction leading me to the next steps more than I have ever needed. Also that I have been not doing the best job in loving people. Pray for me in those areas.
Also pray for my health and safety. I haven't been feeling good the past 2 days.
Ill try to update again soon and more often. The internet is slow with so many people in the house.
Dad: Sorry I couldn't make it to the convention this year. Love you.
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hi drew,
ReplyDeletegood to hear from you! glad to hear the LORD is using you. one of my daily prayers for you is that you grow deeper in your walk with HIM... that HE reveals HIMSELF and some what HIS plans are for your future! also praying for health and safety!
do you have to come up with the menu for these meals? it's a good thing i had you in the kitchen fending for yourself all those years, huh?! :) love you lots!xoxox
realy good to hear from you. im glad God is using you in such an awesome way. i miss you a lot, but i know you are doing some amazing things. cant wait to see you bro. praying for you. God bless!
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for you Drew!!! When we start to realize that we are incapable of doing things is when God starts to step in and do miracles. Keep seeking Him and keep loving those kids!!
ReplyDeletehahaha you're so funny.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that you are making an impact for Christ and that He is showing you who you are in Him. You are seeing things that you need to change in your heart and you are determined to do something about it. That is wonderful.
We miss you...
Praying for you all the time...