* Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead
You may not be called to adopt but that doesn't mean you aren't called to act (James 1:27). If we as the church would act, we could do away with the world's orphan problem. The number of Christians in our world out number the number of orphans in our world. We could single-handedly wipe the problem of orphans. Just one church could make a dent in it's county's orphan population. Aside from bringing them into your home, you can hold fundraisers and give of your own time and resources. You can support your local adoptive/foster families, children's homes, and missionaries working with orphans.
Many people feel like they can't make a difference, but you can. I will say it again, YES, You Can! Here is some inspiration:
*I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. -Edward Everett Hale
*We cannot do great things, only small things with great love. -Mother Teresa
Not only will your action make a difference in the life of an orphan, you bless the heart of God. When we bless God, He pours the blessing back on us ten fold!
*You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. - 2 Corinthians 9:11
*Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. -Joshua 1:9
Can we really make a difference? Bob the Builder said it best, "Yes we can!"
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