17 May 2010 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” ~Ephesians 3:20-21~
Much more than we asked for! You might think I’m talking about the 40 babies that we have instead of the 36 that we’re supposed to have. Actually, I’m talking about a huge milestone that we have passed today at AGC Baby Centre—our first day of school! This morning as Malachi, Andrew, Angela, and Wycliff were putting on their uniforms and strapping on their tiny backpacks, it was easy to catch their excitement. The room was full of energy as all the other kids were checking out the new clothes and shoes, caregivers from both night and day shifts gathered to see them off, and the school kids beamed. Malachi kept saying, “I’m going to school! I’m going to school!” We just knew it was more than they ever expected or dreamed of, more than they could ask or imagine. But it’s certainly what each one deserves.
These four new students are able to start their education because Mustard Seed School has agreed to give us a fabulous discount on fees to make sure that these vulnerable children are not limited in experience or education. Having this amazing partnership with the school along with some sponsors from Africa Gospel Church as well as from the U.S., we felt it was the right time for them to go…and the kids agreed! Much more than they even knew to ask for.
Let’s pray for these new students as they adjust to the rhythm of school. And for us who remain behind today at AGC Baby Centre, we realize that even for us, God has done “immeasurably more” that what we could have asked. For the hours of each day that the four students are at school learning and playing and enjoying themselves, we are back down to a manageable 36 babies. Jesus knew just the right time to bring this blessing into all of our lives! To God be the glory for the many ways and times that He does much more than we even knew to ask for!
So thankful that He does “immeasurably more”,
Staci Keter
Director
*Thanks Colleen and Cason for the pictures! Check out their blog at: casonandcolleen.blogspot.com
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