What is poverty?

​This question was asked in an African country of some locals. When they described poverty, it did not reveal material lack at all. Instead the answers given indicated shame, fear, hopelessness and other human conditions, but not lack of material possessions.
Often we think it is the lack of material things. In reality, we are spiritual beings as much as we are physical beings. So poverty alleviation is about helping people to be "fully human. To live in right relationship with God, Self, Others and Creation." (CAFO)
This is our mission in Uganda. It is to restore not only my brokennesss but also help others restore their relationships, to God and others, through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. There is no other way.
We are doing this by teaching the Word of God and helping each person know what it means to know God and be known by him. When we realize our God-given identity, it changes us. It gives us hope and a reason to get out of bed in the morning.
I was so excited to get these videos today from Uganda. This is today, Monday, which is coming to a close in Uganda. They came and volunteered. Wow, am I blessed.
May God bring spiritual, emotional and physical healing to each one our ladies and their families, as well as our staff. God, we all need you. May you come and fill each one of up, here and in Uganda, so we can be a light to others.