Voice of Ukraine

From: Ira Kapitonova (Day 782):

‭Many are the sorrows of the wicked,
but steadfast love surrounds the one who trusts in the Lord.
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous,
and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!
Psalm 32:10-11

I felt a little overwhelmed lately. One of the reasons was the bitterness in my heart. As our son’s birthday was approaching, I kept thinking about how he never got to celebrate a birthday in a war-free Ukraine. I kept thinking about all the previous birthday plans ruined by covid, lockdowns, and the war. I was angry that a child has to experience it and that there was nothing I, as a parent, could do.

As we got to celebrate our son, I felt both convicted and overwhelmed, but for a different reason now. As we reflected on all the blessings God has sent us along with our son, as we saw His provision for this special day, I knew that I needed to be more grateful.

This week’s memory verse for my students is, “I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content” (Philip 4:11). It’s amazing how God knew that was exactly what I needed to be reminded of this week.