After many miles and hours of traveling we have finally made it to our intended destination of Maria's Big House of Hope in Luoyang! As we arrived today we had the chance to meet all of the staff and then get a tour of the facility. It was so cool to finally see the place that I had been looking at in all of the videos and pictures. Again, everything travel wise went extremely well.
After our tour we had our first chance to go into the nurseries and play with the children. It took a while to adjust being with the children in their rooms since their nannies were also there to take care of them. I spent time in various rooms this afternoon with different children. From babies to walking and talking toddlers, I had the opportunity to play with lots of different age groups. It was so cool to see MBHOH and how everything here works. God has definitely blessed this place and poured his love out on the people and children here.
While I was playing with the children God really touched my heart and showed me that these are not just orphaned children in China, but they are HIS children and he loves them unconditionally. That realization totally shifted my view of these children and our purpose here. These kids are just as valuable to God as anyone else on this earth. Not only that, but God tells us in scripture that the fatherless hold a special place in his heart. These children are beautiful creations of God that he has called us to care for. That thought is so humbling to me.
I can't wait to learn more from this trip and spend time spreading Gods love to these kids.
Kyle, we are so excited for you. Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us! We will continue to pray God's hand in your life and that He would teach you some awesome things while you are there.
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