Today I drank 64 ounces of clean water. Each time I took a drink of my reverse-osmosis filtered water (we are spoiled), I thought of those precious African people who were drinking something I would never even water my yard with. I thought about the moms who are filling their children's cups with that filth, just hoping it doesn't make their babies sick...or kill them.
I cannot fathom giving my sweet child something like that to ingest.
Because of you, 8,000 people will soon be drinking safe water. 8,000 people won't be wondering if the next sip will be coming back up. (Sorry that is a gross mental picture, but it's the truth.) Mommies will be able to give their beautiful children water that will make them grow to be healthy kids. Daddies will know their families are safer. Communities will be changed.
I have been asked many times why we chose an African (Ugandan, in particular) charity, instead of a local one. The answer is simple: We were all so blessed and privileged to be born in the United States. As Americans, we can turn on our faucets at any time and enjoy something that millions of people worldwide cannot: clean water. The Lord has paved a way for us to provide clean water in Uganda. It is His project, that we are just so blessed to be a very small part of.
Four months ago, I would never have believed this joy and hope could be possible. I am in deep gratitude.
Well number 4 is dedicated to the handsome son of Holly and Ryan Steele, Landry James Steele. Landry was born on July 24, 2010 and went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2010.
Humbly His,
Sarah (for all of us)
Holden, I know time does not hold the same significance for you that it does for those of us still earth-bound, but praising God for all He has done in and through you and your parents in these past 4 months. Happy Heavenly Birthday!
ReplyDeleteI live and work in Uganda for Redeemer House Orphanage, and a friend sent me to your site. I am a nurse and have treated children (including our own orphans) for water-borne illnesses. I have seen people clean wounds with filthy water, only to have them become infected. I have seen malnutrition from worms that children get from drining the water. Bless you for what you are doing to make a difference for the people of Uganda, in Jesus name. May many people come to know Jesus because of the generosity of His people.
ReplyDeleteThank you Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteKathy, what a blessing to read!!
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