Day 83

Scripture: Ps 113;  Samuel 2:1-10; Romans 12:9-16; Luke 1:39-57


Scripture Standout: Romans 12: "Honor one another above yourselves. ¹¹ Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. ¹² Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. ¹³ Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality."


Luke 1: "⁵¹ He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; 
   he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 
⁵² He has brought down rulers from their thrones 
   but has lifted up the humble. 
⁵³ He has filled the hungry with good things 
   but has sent the rich away empty."

Morning thoughts:  Did I ever circle back and say how all that worrying I'd been doing was solved so beautifully? I'm still in awe.

These verses are so appropriate today as the 16 Afghan children make the long trip from Kabul to Jacksonville. They have a 10-hour layover in Dubai. And like last year, they'll arrive a little dirty, exhausted, hungry and scared — but excited for their future. It's awesome to know he will "fill the hungry with good things." What a blessing for these kids and their families.


His Deed/The Day: The kids leave for camp Saturday and there are a lot of little loose ends to tie up in that regard — pre-sent letters, clothes marking, ping-pong paddles, etc., etc., etc. The afternoon was spent packing each footlocker just right. And in the meantime, we came across a nice collection of boys' shorts that no longer fit my fast-growing American son — perfect for two slighter, less sprawling Afghan friends. Lastly, neighbors have been bringing over food items for Chuck. His case worker came and picked up a load for delivery this afternoon.