54 Reasons

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?

1. Because it is so much fun
2. 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
3. Because I want to help change a child’s life
4. Because there is proof that  sponsorship works
5. Because I love to write letters
6. Because 17,000 children die every day, mostly from preventable or treatable causes. (UNICEF)
7. 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
8. Because I live in a country of excess and plenty
9. Because I love beautiful smiles
10. Because I want  children to learn about Jesus and His love
11. Because I love to receive letters filled with love and pictures
12. Because I have the privilege to pray for my children and their families
13. Because I have quality health care
14. Because I want my worldview to be stretched
15. Because I worship freely and openly
16. Because I can share my favorite Bible verses with children
17. Because I love a big family
18. Because I have indoor plumbing
19. Because “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Martin Luther King, Jr.
20. Because extreme poverty still exists and affects children the most
21. Because an extra gift to the Dominican Republic provided medication
22. Because I drink clean water every day
23. Because an extra gift to Peru provided a mattress for my child
24. Because I want for nothing
25. Because I love pictures on my refrigerator
26. Because I want to be a difference-maker
27. Because my  own daughters were born healthy
28. Because “As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality exist in our world, none of us can truly rest. ” Nelson Mandela
29. Because of new friendships and relationships that are developed and nurtured
30. Because my family and I have  been immunized
31. Because I don’t sleep under a mosquito net
32. Because a gift to Tanzania helped a family start a firewood business
33. Because I have a car and money for gas
34. Because of beautiful artwork from little, budding artists
35. Because I want children to  know someone cares and someone knows their name
36. Because I want them to see Jesus in me
37. Because I have more than 1 room in my house
38. Because I love to encourage others
39. Because “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” Proverbs 19:17
40. Because I have plenty of clothes and shoes
41. Because you are never too old to pick up your crayons and color a picture to send to a child
42. Because I love to make them special cards for Christmas and birthdays
43. Because I own 8 Bibles
44. Because it is so easy to email letters and attach pictures
45. Because “Every child you encounter is a divine appointment,” Wess Stafford.
46. Because God’s Kingdom is being built one child at a time
47. Because each Compassion Center is based out of the local church
48. Because I have the opportunity to  visit the children and give hugs
49. Because Compassion has financial integrity
50. Because I am the only sponsor for this child
51. Because my home has a non-dirt floor and  there are no holes in my roof
52. Because I  eat at least 3 meals a day, everyday
53. Because I feel safe in my home and community
54. 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