I love music. I don't think I have ever gone a day without listening to some kind of music, (And I'm pretty sure you haven't either.) And I really like Jenny and Tyler a couple who does some music that I really like. They have partnered with IJM as well and are coming out with a new CD called For Freedom A Covers EP that will support IJM's work. I can't wait to get it! I'll let you know when it's available! But for now here is a music video of my favorite song. It's my favorite not only because it's a great reminder for us not to give up, but it also has one line that says: "We quit because it's not an easy fix and then forget that they are even there - We forget to care."
How often do we forget that there are people suffering right now? I know I do. But let us not forget. Let us ask God for his heart so that we might feel what he feels...
Hebrews 13:3
"Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body."
Hello there, I just wanted to let everyone know that you can now...
Donate Online!
I am super excited about this and I'm hoping that God will be able to use it in great ways! And to those of you who have given right away and kick started my campaign: Thank you so much! You guys are great and I love you all!
Hello there! Sorry I haven't posted in such a long time! But my September has been quite busy, (I'm sure yours has been as well!). But anyway, I decided to post a bit about the ministry I am supporting...
It is called International Justice Mission (IJM). They are a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation, and other forms of violent oppression.
For starters I will be raising $4500 to support their work. "Why this much?" You may ask. Well, it takes about this amount for IJM to conduct a rescue operation that gives freedom to those held in the slavery and some basic support for them as well.
I have read many of their stories of hope and redemption. The work of IJM is amazing! They have been fighting for justice since 1997. If you would like to learn more, check out IJM's website. You can also go to IJM's Facebook page, It has some good stuff on it too!
Here is a video about the first 15 years of IJM's work. Very cool!
Even though IJM does amazing work to end slavery, there are still millions held in the grip of injustice. Will you help?
All that is necessary for the triumph evil is that good men do nothing."
The other night I couldn't sleep; so I was praying, asking God what I should do about the horrible evil of slavery. Then I started thinking of all the little girls being used and abused right now, and I thought of the men, women, and children working as slaves in brick kilns and factories around the world. My heart broke just thinking about people in slavery.
Then it hit me. I was thankful to be moved just thinking about these things. I knew why I was too, I was thankful because when a heart breaks it can move a person to do amazing things. So, laying there in the darkness, I prayed: "God, thank you for giving me a heart that can break." Slavery is breaking my heart, and God is moving me to do something about it.
Here is a video that I think is really inspiring. You can go to www.ijm.org to see more videos like this, read stories, watch videos about survivors of slavery and learn more about what you can do to help.
Soon you will be able donate straight to my campaign. (Don't worry, I'll keep you posted!)
Hello everyone, I'm Grace. I am thirteen years old, and I want to abolish slavery.
Not too long ago I watched the movie Amazing Grace. (If you haven't watched this movie you should!) It's about the life of William Wilberforce and his heroic campaign to abolish the slave trade in England. I was very saddened to hear about how slaves in the 1700's were treated, and I wished I could have stood with William Wilberforce to help stop the horrifying things that were happening to these men, women, and children held as slaves.
Some of you may be thinking, "Why are you talking about slavery? It's a thing of the past." Or, "Why are you making a blog about slavery? Nobody has a "slave" anymore."
But this, sadly, is not true. Actually there are more slaves today then there were at any time in history! Experts estimate that at least 27 million people are held in some form of modern-day slavery today. Some of these forms are:
Forced Labor Slavery
Human Trafficking
Debt Bondage
27 million people, suffering, hurting, being used, abused, and striped of their rights as human beings! I am a Christian and I believe everyone should be free. This is why I am launching Campaign 1:17. The name comes from the Bible verse Isaiah 1:17, which says "Seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan and plead for the widow." So stand with me as I fight against modern-day slavery!
I'll post more about how you can help later. Thanks for reading!
