"And if you SPEND YOURSELVES on behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness and your night will become like the noonday."

"The Lord will continually guide you. He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail."- Isaiah 58:10-11

Sunday, May 13, 2018

The Big Kids at Oasis


Last month we spent a week reconnecting with the high school, college, and vocational students.  Many of these students, we’ve known, loved and poured into for more than 10 years!  As with our own children, each walks a unique journey, making both good and bad choices along the way, ultimately growing and learning with each decision. We want to share some of the things we’re thankful for about their journeys.  


We personally asked James* to lead the group discussion time for the Freshman and Sophomore boys.  The fact it was possible to make this request, much less to be enthusiastic about it, demonstrates dramatic life change. James has a history of self-indulgence and hedonism.  He has been deeply hurt and turned to deeply hurting himself and others to try to mitigate his pain.  Over the last year, amidst a ‘tough-love’ environment, he has faced his struggles head on.  He has apologized and found restitution with others. He has forgiven himself. He’s found an intimate connection with God as his Father and found grace and mercy. He’s on a path to growing wholeness.  His joy and new found freedom is contagious.  I was so thankful for his vulnerability with the younger boys and the positive discussions that ensued.




Betty has been consistently faithful since she was a small girl.  She’s still is. She loves others so well and it’s encouraging to be a part of seeing her mature.  She wants to be a teacher.  I think she’ll have a profound influence on the next generation. Her future impact is why we’re presently here.  She, and others like her, are the solution.


Mercy and Grace are really struggling.  They’ve made some poor choice and it is heartrending to see them suffer the consequences. Their futures feel bleak right now. We cried together and put our arms around them and reminded them they are always, ALWAYS loved. Loving a broken someone, when someone has loved broken you, is gift.


We're thankful for everyone who makes it possible to do what we do in Kenya.  Blessings to you.




*Names changed to value privacy



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