The difference 8 months makes

 We met gogo (grandmother) Ngcayi last November.  Although everyone wasn’t in the first picture below, there were 9 people living in this metal home.  They had experienced crime in the worst way as this home has no locking door and was located in the bottom of a valley without many nearby neighbors to help.  This was November of ‘24

Fast forward to June of ‘25 and thanks to God’s gifts, this family has a secure new home that isn’t in a valley anymore.  Thank the Lord for their safety and their transformation to joy we experienced today.  Here they are in front of their new home.

Thankful for Judy and Jessica coloring with the kids.  Such a blessing.  Loved spending time with this beautiful family.

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”  Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭3‬ ‭NIV‬‬

From the Bible Project- "poor in spirit" refers to those who recognize their spiritual need and dependence on God, acknowledging their inability to earn salvation or achieve righteousness on their own. It's an attitude of humility and dependence, recognizing one's spiritual poverty before God. This contrasts with self-reliance and spiritual pride.

This family demonstrates their dependence on God and as a result brings me closer to God.  I work everyday on not being self reliant and spiritual pride.

Thankful…