When I hate the numerous stray dogs, trash in the streets, not being able to communicate effectively,etc.... Faces like hers make us love this place. God has placed us here for this time because He desires that all would come to repentance and know HIS hope... She needs to know that someone loves her and that He has purpose for her life!
I hate taking pictures of people in need. I have missed so so so many good pictures just because I do not want them to feel ashamed or feel like a freak show. Today, when I saw this Rroma girl begging, all I could think was -- what if that was me? She was so beautiful - her feet were so dirty - I wish I could have washed her feet. I told her she was beautiful and that "O Dell si amența" (Gypsy for God is with us) -- she smiled so sweet. I think she enjoyed me taking her picture -- someone paid attention to her, instead of telling her to just go away. What if my parents made me beg? What if I was told I was scum of the earth? What if...noone ever told me that Jesus Christ died for me so that through a personal relationship with Him I could have an abundant life here and in the future for eternity. Pray for the Rroma of Romania. Pray for the Rroma of Braila. Pray that God will give us courage and boldness to speak His name in places that seem scary at times.
We love you and thank you for your prayers.