Heartstrings

For a while now I have had a few things that lay heavily on my heart. May I share them with you?

I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the persecuted church. When I read of the tragedies that occur and the horror that these martyrs have gone through I find myself in awe of the power of God to sustain His people is such extreme trials. If you feel the same way, may I suggest you get acquainted with Voice of the Martyrs.



“The Voice of the Martyrs is a non-profit, inter-denominational Christian organization dedicated to assisting the persecuted church worldwide.”

“We help Christians who are or have been, persecuted for their involvement in spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ. We provide medical assistance, food, clothing, and other forms of aid. We support Christians who are willing to invite their fellow men, even their persecutors, to Jesus Christ through faithful deeds of love in a hostile environment. We supply Bibles, literature, radios, and other evangelistic tools. We encourage persecuted Christians by giving their testimony a voice, informing Christians in the USA to know how to help. We believe that the lives and the testimony of persecuted Christians is a vital part of the fellowship of all believers and will challenge and strengthen the faith of Christians everywhere.”

Ready to check them out? Go HERE.

 

My children. My Love’s. My heart. I can’t imagine anything happening to them, which is why human trafficking is such an important thing to talk about, pray about, and write about. I have been granted the opportunity to to write for The Exodus Road.  They are a wonderful group of people dedicated to freeing men, women, and children from traffickers.



“We’re a non-profit organization that fights modern day slavery through covert investigations. Our coalition of operatives work together to gather evidence and conduct rescues for those trapped in sexual slavery.”

Ready to learn more? Go HERE.

 



“Wellspring International was established in 2004 by Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM). A humanitarian arm of the organization, Wellspring International is an extension of the central focus of RZIM, where we live out what we preach and defend. Through a process of due diligence, the vision of Wellspring is to identify and financially equip existing organizations aiding women and children at risk, as well as to provide individual scholarships to support education, healthcare, and basic living needs.”

Need I say more? Want to HELP?

 

Human trafficking is so rampant. Can you believe it happens in America too? Check it out.



If you are shocked at this please check out Abolition International to learn more.

I have hopes of one day helping more than just writing about these causes, but for now that is what I can do.

I pray for the people that are caught in trafficking, for the people who are risking their lives for their faith in Christ, and for those who barely have enough to survive.

I hope you have learned a few things and that you’ll take time from your day to pray. Pray for those who are lost, hurting, and need the love of Christ.

That is what is most important after all.

Not Just A Human.

A soul.

A living, breathing, image bearer of our God.

We get caught up in the busyness of our days, schedules, and commitments. Never pausing to take a breath let alone say a prayer for those easily forgotten. For those lost, young, and abused souls living in misery and torment. I am guilty of this. 

The Lord has been working on my heart to pray for more than my needs and those of my family that I love. Pray without ceasing. Pray for those whose lives are the topic of such debate as whether they're considered human until their born. Pray for those who are bought and sold for perverted pleasures and then sold once again. Pray for those whose bold witness for our great God cost them their lives and leave their families on earth without a father or a husband. Pray for those who just don't have enough money to support themselves,  put a roof over heads, or offer their own children a warm shower.

The Lord is good. He has saved me and placed me in a country where He can still be worshiped without His children facing persecution. A country where I can speak freely, have food and shelter, and be able to care for my family to the best of my ability. I thank the Lord for these comforts, but I can also use my freedom to be a voice for those who have been silenced.

By God's grace and providence I have come across a couple that is dedicating their lives to the freeing of women and children from the sex trafficking trade. They have formed a non-profit organization called The Exodus Road. Here, in their own words, is their mission statement:

"We're a non-profit organization that fights modern day slavery through covert investigations. Our coalition of operatives work together to gather evidence and conduct rescues for those trapped in sexual slavery."

They have allowed me to be a part of what they do. I have been given the opportunity to hear about their stories of rescue, of heart ache, and of redemption. I get to write and tell you about it. I get to pray for these dear souls and I hope that you will too.

Will you join me?

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In the past few weeks I have also come across a blog that has convicted me to pray for those who are orphaned. I have been touched by this dear woman and her commitment to Christ. She truly has a heart for the 'least of these.'

Her name is Adeye and she writes the blog No Greater Joy Mom. Visit her, you'll be glad you did.

Right now she is doing her best to help a family raise money to help build a building for those who are in extreme need in Guatemala. I have done what I could, can you?

We aren't called to give to every good cause. I know this. If you do feel led to help, then I hope you will listen and do.

I could go on and on about what this family is doing, but reading it at the blog (nogreaterjoymom.com), will give you such a better perspective. I hope you take a few moments out of your day to read more.

Go HERE, if you are interested in helping and learning more.

I thank you for visiting my blog. I love having you here. Please pray for the Lord's guidance in your life and be open to His direction.

What has the Lord placed on your heart? What are your convictions? I'd love to know!