Whether or not you are aware of it, there is a true global food crisis in our world. Much of it stems from rising fuel costs, deep global economic problems, natural disasters, and rising food demands. For many that can grow their own food, they can't afford to buy it!
I think it saddens me so deeply to think about it, that sometimes I prefer not to think about it.
This taken directly from Compassion International's website (why put it into my own words?)
"The global food crisis threatens the lives of millions and has been called a "silent tsunami," unleashing turmoil against the most vulnerable children. The Secretary-General of the UN calls it a "moral outrage" and estimates that as much as $40 billion a year is required for the next three to five years.
Compassion International exists as an advocate for children in poverty and works in some of the areas hardest hit by this crisis. We are providing solutions through local churches with nutritional provision and long-term strategies, such as agricultural education, training and tools, so that those consumed by this crisis have the opportunity to grow and prepare their own food."
To read some startling statistics about children in povery around the world, go to http://www.compassion.com/poverty-map/.
Sometimes it seems that the problem is so huge, nothing will help!
But, every little bit of giving helps! And you can do something to help! As Christians, we are commanded to help those in need.
Compassion International, an organization I highly believe in, is sponsoring a Global Food Crisis day. Yes, it is today, and yes, I'm way behind as usual. But you can give anytime, not just in the next few hours. Compassion supports releasing children from poverty in the name of Christ and you can support children with a monthly donation to provide food, shelter, schooling, medicine, and many other things as well as a Christian education.
But even if you don't support a child, you can help with the food crisis. For just 13 dollars, you can feed a child for a month! I know I can't feed my children for that little a month. Knowing that the money donated goes directly to feeding hungry children is so encouraging to me!
I know that sometimes problems seem so insurmountable and that even a little doesn't really do much. But in giving a little, God can do so much more! He can use any gift, in any amount.
Please consider! Give from your heart!
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