Looking for a reason to start sponsoring a child? Well, here are 54.
These are my 54 reasons why I sponsor. One reason for each year I have been alive. Maybe one of my reasons will speak to you and encourage you to start your sponsorship journey. Maybe your reason will be “Because of Judah”. Check out: Fall in Love with Judah
Why do I sponsor?
- Because it is so much fun
- Because Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. ” Matthew 25:40
- Because I want to help change a child’s life
- Because there is proof that sponsorship works
- Because I love to write letters
- Because 17,000 children die every day, mostly from preventable or treatable causes. (UNICEF)
- Because Jesus loves children, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
- Because I live in a country of excess and plenty
- Because I love beautiful smiles
- Because I want children to learn about Jesus and His love
- Because I love to receive letters filled with love and pictures
- Because I have the privilege to pray for my children and their families
- Because I have quality health care
- Because I want my worldview to be stretched
- Because I worship freely and openly
- Because I can share my favorite Bible verses with children
- Because I love a big family
- Because I have indoor plumbing
- Because “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Because extreme poverty still exists and affects children the most
- Because an extra gift to the Dominican Republic provided medication
- Because I drink clean water every day
- Because an extra gift to Peru provided a mattress for my child
- Because I want for nothing
- Because I love pictures on my refrigerator
- Because I want to be a difference-maker
- Because my own daughters were born healthy
- Because “As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality exist in our world, none of us can truly rest. ” Nelson Mandela
- Because of new friendships and relationships that are developed and nurtured
- Because my family and I have been immunized
- Because I don’t sleep under a mosquito net
- Because a gift to Tanzania helped a family start a firewood business
- Because I have a car and money for gas
- Because of beautiful artwork from little, budding artists
- Because I want children to know someone cares and someone knows their name
- Because I want them to see Jesus in me
- Because I have more than 1 room in my house
- Because I love to encourage others
- Because “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” Proverbs 19:17
- Because I have plenty of clothes and shoes
- Because you are never too old to pick up your crayons and color a picture to send to a child
- Because I love to make them special cards for Christmas and birthdays
- Because I own 8 Bibles
- Because it is so easy to email letters and attach pictures
- Because “Every child you encounter is a divine appointment,” Wess Stafford.
- Because God’s Kingdom is being built one child at a time
- Because each Compassion Center is based out of the local church
- Because I have the opportunity to visit the children and give hugs
- Because Compassion has financial integrity
- Because I am the only sponsor for this child
- Because my home has a non-dirt floor and there are no holes in my roof
- Because I eat at least 3 meals a day, everyday
- Because I feel safe in my home and community
- Because of these beautiful blessings:
If you found your reason, click on “Say Yes to a Child” and start your amazing journey of sponsorship. Your life will never be the same. Say Yes to a Child
Blessings,
Krista