Is the Father to the Fatherless

Children experiencing God’s love on father’s day at God’s village orphanage. This has made them so happy realising how much God loves them. They are so happy to hear that even though they have no earthly fathers, there is a father who loved them before even they were formed in their mother’s wombs and that’s God. They are glad to know that despite of the hard life they have passed through; God loves and cares about them so much. Through their Daddy Pastor Ivan Ssewakambo they have been able to feel God’s love for them. “Waving to you earthly fathers that care, love and support African orphans and vulnerable children the orphans”

Matthew 19:14 (KJV)

14 But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Luke 18:16 (KJV)

16 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

Surrender All To Jesus

Do you really want victory in your life? Have you tried all you can to become victorious and failed? The answer is surrendering all your worry to Christ.  If you know in daily life what absolute surrender is, that is what you have to do to God. Living implies life. Life is an everyday experience. Offering ourselves to God is not something that should be contained every time. A living sacrifice is a sacrifice that is alive and continuous in action. God expects your surrender as you wait for his blessings. Who is God? He is the Fountain of life, the only Source of existence, power and goodness. Throughout the universe there is nothing good but what God works. God has created the sun, the moon, the stars, the flowers, the trees, and the grass. Are they not all absolutely surrendered to God? Do they not allow God to work in them just what He pleases? When God clothes the lily with its beauty, is it not yielded up, surrendered, given over to God as He works in it its beauty? And God's redeemed children, oh, can you think that God can do His work if there is only half or a part of them surrendered? God cannot do it. God is life, love, blessing, power, and infinite beauty, and God delights in communicating Himself to every child who is prepared to receive Him. But ah! This one lack of absolute surrender is just the thing that hinders God. And now He comes, and as God, He claims it.

You know that everything has to be given up to its special, definite object and service. I have a pen in my pocket, and that pen is absolutely surrendered to the one work of writing. That pen must be absolutely surrendered to my hand if I am to write properly with it. If another holds it partly, I cannot write properly. A coat is absolutely given up to me to cover my body. This building is entirely given up to religious services. And now, do you expect that in your immortal being, in the divine nature that you have received by regeneration, God can do His work, every day and every hour, unless you are entirely given up on Him? God cannot. The temple of Solomon was absolutely surrendered to God when it was dedicated to Him. And every one of us is a temple of God, in which God will dwell and work mightily on one condition-absolute surrender to Him. God claims it, God is worthy of it, and without it God cannot work His blessed work in us.  Surrender your future, your past, your dreams, your worries, and everything so that he uses you in the way he wants to use you.

James 4:7 (KJV)

7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

JOSEPH WASSWA EXPERIENCES SEVERE PAIN AFTER CUTTING HIMSELF ON THE KNEE.

Joseph Wasswa one of our children at Vangrace Compassion Orphanage got an accident as he was chopping firewood using a panga. In the processing of chopping, he cut himself on the knee and the wound is deeper, this is making him experience a lot of pain. We are afraid that he may get tetanus because the wound is becoming deeper; however we are still trying our best to see that we provide all the medication he needs though the expenses are too much.

ENTERTAINMENT OF THE AFRICAN CHILD-GOD’S VILLAGE

Though African child’s day was held yesterday, this didn’t stop kids at God’s village to have their celebrations today as a way of having fun and also remembering that they are part of African child regardless of their vulnerability. Seeing children having their entertainment brings much pleasure to us. It’s one the signs that shows that they are happy and what amazes is that they have used the little resources they have like drums to make their entertainment so colorfully. It’s also another way of how kids promote their talents.

He Cares For All of His Creation

Tomorrow is not something that you are so sure of due to your present situation.  You may have no hope for having a successful life in this world but remember there is the one who knew you before you were born and cares about you. The one who brought back life to the dry bones can still bring back hope in your life. Dedicate all your worries and burdens unto him and trust in him for a breakthrough. His love endures forever and ever and he can never leave you alone once you entrust him with your life.                                                                             

Romans 8:38-39 (KJV) '38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,

39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

He Looks At a Heart of True Worship

You may struggle with feeling good about yourself. The best remedy for morning blues is an old-fashioned time of worship and praise for the mighty God you serve. Rejoice in the Lord with song or dance will drive the rest of your day positively. A song of worship deep from your heart can turn around everything that has been negative to positive, and impossibilities to possibilities. As you worship him believe that he is pleased by your true worship and you will never be left alone.
Psalm 103:1 (KJV) ' 103 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me bless his holy name.' 

Hebrews 13:15 (KJV) '15 By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.'

Reflect Christ’s Love in All You Do

The moment you start your day, you may be immediately assaulted by foul language and vulgarity. Yet when you show up…God shows up. Do not react in a way that will shame Christ. This is because what we the believers do reflects Christ in our hearts and that is why we have to show the light of Christ in us to the world through our deeds. Let the light of Christ shine through your words, actions, and attitude in the darkness of unbelief.

Matthew 5:16 (KJV) '16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.'

We Can Do All Things Through Him Who Gives Us Strength

You feel weak and without the strength to keep pushing yourself. Rely on God’s great power and ability to get you going. Pray and receive His strength to make it through the day. There times in your life where you’re challenged, where nothing seems to be going right, where tragedy strikes and you’re left to go through it alone, in reality you’re not alone if you put all you trust in God. In some cases, being strong is simply about being able to persevere through extreme adversity. It can be something horrific like the tragic loss of a loved one, or something difficult. It can also be emotional trauma, like recovering from a difficult situation. These experiences leave us feeling weak and hopeless. But that’s no reason to stay down for long. No matter what you’re going through in life, other people just like you have gone through the same or worse and come out stronger on the other side. In such situations you need to be strong and never give up.

 “Sometimes you don’t realize your own strength until you come face to face with your greatest weakness.”– Susan Gale

There is no too difficult situation that we can’t get out of if we just put our trust in the almighty God.

Psalm 28:7 (KJV)  '7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.'

Philippians 4:13 (KJV) '13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.'

He Heals the Broken Hearts and Brings Everlasting Joy

Put your trust in God for he will never disappoint us like the way people may do. If you have ever been disappointed by a son of man, then put your trust in God. Expect nothing from man because expectation when not fulfilled leads to a broken heart but when you get something without expecting, it gives pleasure. Remember God can do wonders with a broken heart if you give Him all the pieces of ‘your broken heart’ because he makes a master piece out of your broken pieces. He can help you go through everything if you make him number one in your life. In the time of greatest need when all hope is gone there is a ray of hope and that is the risen Christ. He will always fight our battles and lift us above.

Psalm 147:3 (KJV) 'He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.'

Matthew 11:28 (KJV) 'come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.'

The lord's mercy endures forever and it is there for us to make us win

You know that God loves you, but still struggle every day with feeling unworthy. Every morning the love and mercy of God hovers over you waiting for the first moment of wakefulness. Trust in His faithfulness to restore every hurtful word and action in your life. It does not matter what other people talk and think about us, but he has the greatest plans and love for us.

Lamentations 3:22-23 King James Version (KJV)

*22 *It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

*23 *They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.

LEAN ON GOD'S PROMISES

Even when life seems to be hard, never forget God's promises and above all he is faithful to fulfill whatever his promises. Always stay focused to his promises for our God does everything in the right time and for our own good. He is able to care for all his creations. Matthew 11:28-29 King James Version (KJV)

28 *Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.*

29 *Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls*.

God calls upon us to find rest in him, he has only good plans for you; we just have to rely on him in everything believing that he will never forsake us.

His love for us remains the same yesterday today and forever, he has have changed his minds no matter what we do.

Joshua 1:9 King James Version (KJV)

"9 *Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for* *the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."*

HE IS EVER ON OUR SIDE

Jeremiah 29:11"11* For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.**" king James version.*

Never complain that your God has forsaken you even if it seems to be. Many times he seems so weak and at times he seems so bind. This makes us to lose hope but all in all, He is ever faithful. You may call and wait on him but he seems to take too long, but he is a friend so close and he always comes in time. All we need to know is that he is watching and he is there. We need to remember that he is ever by our side. If at all we trust, let's believe in him and walk upon is word.

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Angella NabatanziCommunication and PR Coordinator*VANGRACE COMPASSION MINISTRIES* Email: aisha@vangracecompassion.net finance@vangracecompassion.net Website: www.vangracecompassion.net P.S. Please visit our website and Facebook page for news, updates and stories showing how you are helping to keep Vangrace Compassion Ministries' Programs alive in Uganda. We couldn't do it without you!

ALWAYS HAVE A GREAT VISION TO ACHIEVE

Vision is a process that allows you to think ahead to where you want to be and what you want to be doing, so create workable plans to lead you there. The best way to get somewhere is to decide you're already there. See it in your minds, be a success in your minds and you will be a success in your life. Proverbs 29:18 *"Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepth the law* the law, happy is he" King James Version

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Angella NabatanziCommunication and PR Coordinator*VANGRACE COMPASSION MINISTRIES* Email: aisha@vangracecompassion.net finance@vangracecompassion.net Website: www.vangracecompassion.net P.S. Please visit our website and Facebook page for news, updates and stories showing how you are helping to keep Vangrace Compassion Ministries' Programs alive in Uganda. We couldn't do it without you!

YOU ARE NOT OF THE WORLD

You feel hopeless because there’s so much despair in the world. Remember that you are in the world and not of the world. The Holy Spirit within you can stir up hope if you will believe in the sovereignty of God in spite of the wickedness of the world.

John 15:19 (KJV) ‘If ye were *of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of theworld, but I have chosen you out of theworld, therefore the world hateth you.’*

CAST YOUR BURDENS TO HIM

Never worry alone when anxiety grabs your mind; it is self perpetuating worrisome thoughts reproducing faster than rabbits, so one of the most powerful ways to stop the spiral of worry is simply to disclose your worry to God. The simple act of reassurance from another human being becoming a tool of the spirit to cast out fear.

1 peter 5: casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

WALK BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT

You wake up with many thoughts in your minds; however, you have no idea of which way to go. God is in control regardless of your choices; therefore, seek out His direction and walk in faith every day. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) ‘For we walk by faith, not by sight

Psalm 36:8 ‘*I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.* Remember God promised strength for fear, comfort in times of tears, and light for the way. If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it. Start your day with a good morning whisper from the Holy Spirit ‘GOOD MORNING HOLY SPIRIT’

WORRY NOT FOR I AM WITH YOU

Worry is the first thing that greets you in the morning. It’s not God’s will for you to stumble in fear and doubt throughout your whole day. He knows the number of hairs on your head and will take care of you and your concerns…only believe.

Philippians 4:6-7(KJV) ‘*6 * *Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.*7 *And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.*

That’s why here at vangrace compassion orphanage no matter what circumstances we go through, we always look up to God and we say ‘Good Morning Holy Spirit, have your way, we will not worry for You are with us’

ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE

Do no limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember you can achieve.

Nothing is impossible the word its self is ‘I’M possible

ISAIAH *4:10. ' Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God, I will strengthen you, and I will help you*. *What you believe remember you can achieve'*

ENDLESS LOVE OF OUR GOD

Your heart feels weary from the testing and trails in your life. It’s easy to fall into a pity. Yet the lord is still working on your behalf and yet the Lord is still working on yourself up to trust him regardless of your circumstances. Always remember God’s plans for us are far better than our dreams.

Psalms 28:7 “The Lord is my strength and my shield, in him my heart trusts.

GOOD MORNING HOLY SPIRIT

Have you ever had a day that started wrong and continued a downward spiral until evening? May be haven’t started with your focus in the right place. Many times you’re thinking about schedules and trying to work through the day before it starts. Your day can take off much stronger and end with peace in your heart when your being with God’s word.

Psalms 118:24’ this is the day that the Lord has made; let’s rejoice and be glad in it.’