Helping build a child's faith...

First Published on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 11:34pm

"Going to work?" asked Ruth, my Nepalese classmate. "Yep" I quickly replied as I hurried to climb down the stairs with her yesterday morning (May 24). Then she bid me to come with her to their house.  By the way, we live in the same dormitory building . Thinking that she might need some help, so i obliged, though i kept on glancing over my watch. Upon entering their unit, i saw her daughter lying in bed. And i remarked, "oh, your daughter is still asleep, huh!"  Ruth explained that her daughter is sick. Amanda, a five year old girl, had a very upset stomach the whole night. Both mother and child had not much sleep.

Feeling sorry for Ruth, I then offered to pray for Amanda. As i laid my hand over her, Amanda opened her eyes. She must be surprised to see me. I hushed and told her to just go back to sleep as Auntie will pray to Jesus to take away the sickness.  It was a very quick prayer, i guess.  But little did I know that Amanda took note of every key words.  After the prayer, I quickly said goodbye, resisted the offer of a milk tea the Nepalese style (actually, it was the reason why Ruth invited me to come to their house). I assured Ruth I will come back sometime for that!

Here's the surprise! On my way to our dormitory tonight (past 8pm), I saw Amanda and her parents at the field area (chatting with some students). Recognizing me, Ruth motioned Amanda as if telling her to greet me good evening.  Mind you, had not Ruth told me about the story, i wouldn't remember that I actually passed by their house yesterday. Super senior moments!

So what is the story? Ruth shared that this morning, Amanda "testified" to a missionary saying: "You know yesterday I was sick. The mother of Joshua  came to our house and she prayed to Jesus to heal me. And now  I am healed." Amanda told her dad the same story, too. And to whoever else, maybe her friends.

What a welcoming surprise and encouragement! It's like a balm to beat that stressful MRT ride! ;-)

I praise God for healing Amanda. I praise Him for letting Amanda experience that He answers prayer. Above all, I praise God for revealing Jesus to Amanda's child heart as the Healer.

My further reflection is that no matter how busy our schedule is, God can use us in different ways. To us busy moms (and single ladies), there is always a time to pause and  pray.

Thank you Father for the privilege of helping build a child's faith in Jesus. May she grow into a God-fearing lady who will serve you for the rest of her life. Amen.

She's wearing a short hair now. Sooo lovely!