Isaiah 43:16-21
I will recount the Lord’s faithful acts; I will sing the Lord’s praises, because of all the Lord did for us, for God’s great favor toward the house of Israel. God treated them compassionately and with deep affection. -Isaiah 63:7 (CEB)
I grew up in abject poverty, and my education would have ended after primary school. But because of my passion for education and knowledge, I worked to save money to go to secondary school in one of the prestigious institutions in the western part of my home country, Nigeria.
Two years into my secondary education, I had spent all my savings, and my hope of finishing school was dashed. But then God brought people into my life who helped me through. The principal of the secondary school gave me a scholarship. Two American missionaries, serving in the town where the school was located, sponsored me and took responsibility for all of my other educational expenses. From then on, I was able to continue my education through scholarships from different sources. Now I have several degrees. By God’s divine providence, these three individuals raised me from poverty to what I am today.
Through my determination, focus on my goals, and the faithful help of community, God made a way for me. Nothing is impossible for God. We need only to have faith and believe in God’s promises.
Prayer: Dear Lord, thank you for sending us helpers when we feel hopeless. May we support others as we have been supported. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Thought for the day: When I support others, I help God care for them.
James Adetunji Kehinde (England, UK)
