August 15, 2011 Update. Jesus on the Swingset

Jesus never said that He was sick and we healed Him or that He was in
prison and we liberated Him. He said, "For I was hungry, and you fed
me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you
invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I
was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me."
(Matthew 25:34-36)

Move ahead 2,000 years and Jesus could have added and said, "I was
crying and you took the time to find out why. I was lonely and you
were busy but you learned my story. I have never played on a swingset
but you showed me how. No one ever touches me except to abuse me but
you hugged me and prayed for me. I was cold and you knit me a hat and
shipped it from 9,000 miles away. Life was hopeless and you cared."

Yes. I'm crying right now because Jesus words and the ones I added are
very real to me and my family. We see every Swazi child as Jesus
Himself. It's funny that Jesus separates the sheep from the goats just
because they gave a Coke to someone who was thirsty. It's not the
action but the heart. Because of Christ boundless love towards us our
response is giving clothes that we really do not need anyway and
putting a bandaid on a booboo. It's really that simple. Seeing a need
and doing that small act of service in Jesus name.

I am so proud of my wife and children. It has been almost 3 years
since we sold everything and stepped out on faith arriving to help
where God saw fit. Trust me, its not been easy. They have had to
adjust to a new culture, moving numerous times, assault, robbery,
death all around, bringing a new baby into the mix, still
homeschooling (God bless Maryann), trying to make connections and
friends and learning to carry the love of Jesus to thousands of little
ones. We wouldn't trade it for anything.

I hope the pictures show how much my kids are involved in evangelism
and more importantly discipleship. They hold and love children, train
children, participate in all major events, Lindsay disciples hurting
girls, and the list runs on and on. We have given up much but have
gained so much more.

Living here has helped the girls look to future careers which may
change a thousand times. That's ok. They have a wonderful grounded
Biblical worldview. Lindsay is looking at majoring in English
(writing) and minoring in missions. Although she does follow the
medical team here from time to time. I wonder if she will help
translate the Bible in some remote language? Olivia is a born teacher.
Very natural with children. Sophia has a heart as big as the world.
She will definately be in a helping profession.

Think I'm dreaming a little early? No. Absolutely not. MaryAnn and I
have great dreams for them. We also have great dreams for all the
Swazi children. Many of their lives are on a whole new track because
of a little food and love. Seeing Jesus in them. Thank you. It's only
because of family and friends saying go, we'll pray for you and
financially support you to do the work. We pray God blesses you a
hundred fold.

God bless. Have a great week!
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Danny Q

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Danny Q