People always ask what are we going to do when our three year commitment is up in Bolivia. Are we going to stay? Are we going to move back to the U.S.? Are we going to move somewhere else to start a ministry? The truth is, we have no idea. However, wherever God has us in two years, there are a few things that we would like to do.
The past year has given me lots of time to think about what I would like to do. The day we received Jolee was the day I knew that I wanted to do something to help unite abandoned children and families looking to adopt, instead of having the child enter into an orphanage for who knows how long, awaiting adoption. My desire is not only that, but to create a way to prevent as many abandonment’s as possible. Obviously details are still in the works.
There is so much Romon and I both want to do. A recent article my friend Angie shared last week really had us thinking of other ways we can help . The article is entitled Bolivia Children on Sale for $3. Yes, the article is exactly about what the title suggests. I figured this happens almost everywhere, but never had evidence of it taking place here. I believe that we are capable, in some way, of making a difference in this area. I wish we had the ability (funding, tools, and knowledge) to do something right now, but within the next several years it should become more clear to me what we can do to help.
Please take a moment to pray for the nation of Bolivia, for the victims of child trafficking and child labor, and for
clear direction for our future in ministry.
-Melinda
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Hearing your heart trills me to no end. I love that you and Romon trust God for His plan in His time.
Best thing to do, right?
You both have the heart of God for orphans. He is preparing you both for something bigger than you. That way you will know it was Him for sure. Blessings to you all and may your steps be ordered by the Lord. Remember His ways are not our ways. Surely goodness and mercy will follow you all the days of your lives as you change the lives of future generations.
Thanks for the reminder Gail. He most certainly is preparing our family. Blessings to you!
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