A few months ago I received the picture above of Betrace and a brief letter informing me of how she was suffering because of this tumor on her back. I was told that it was painful to her and that it bled easily, often when she bathed, dressed, or if anything rubbed up against it. I was told that it needed to be removed soon, and was asked to pray for her. I immediately forwarded the picture and letter to her US sponsor to inform her of the situation. Not long after the email was sent, I received a message back stating that she wanted to pay for the surgery to remove the tumor with out even knowing the cost. Wow! I thanked her and told her that I would find out how much this would cost and let her know. I later saw her at church and told her that she of course was under no obligation to pay for this even though she was her sponsor. She quickly replied with tears, "yes, I know, but I have to answer to Him!" I completely understood, and we hugged and both felt the love of God in us as we spoke about Beatace and the miracle that this distant connection was and how it would impact her life.
A few weeks passed and as I was still waiting for the cost of the surgery, her kind sponsor let me know that she had already sent in a check for $500.00 to use for Betrace somehow. I thanked her and told her I would let her know when I got news of any medical details or specific costs for Betrace. I did not share with the pastor that I had any funds and waited for his response. A few days later I received and email stating that Betrace would have her surgery in Kampala, the capital city, and that it would cost $400.00 USD. Once again God was specific and obviously in control of this plan! I am sure with travel expenses, it will end up totaling $500.00!
I am humbled again as God allows me to be the liaison between two worlds. I am affirmed again that there is nothing that compares to choosing to love others, especially Gods precious orphans.
Beatrice's surgery and radio therapy was done successfully today in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda! Thank you Sandy! I will report more about her recovery as I get more information.
ReplyDeleteGod is good!