“For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God, who is not partial and takes no bribe. He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the sojourner, giving him food and clothing.” Deut 10:18
Throughout the Bible we see God’s heart for the orphan, the fatherless. In the book of Deuteronomy, where God is giving his law a second time to His people, he constantly makes them mindful of the orphan, revealing tender compassion for the marginalized and those who lack the support they need to flourish.
As we turn our “eyes” toward praying for orphans and the various systems, structures and organizations that support them, take some time to remember and praise God for being the Father to the fatherless. Additionally, as those who bear His name and His character, pray for us individually and collectively to feel the joyful weight of the call to care for the orphan.
Over the next two days we will use a prayer resource from the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) . This PRAYER GUIDE outlines 24 groups of people involved in various ways in the foster care system. For today (Tuesday) I would encourage you to read about and pray for the first 12 groups of people outlined in the booklet. I would also encourage you to learn more about CAFO and the work they are doing around the globe to care for the orphan.
As we devote time considering the needs of orphans, not just in general but in our community, I am asking God to help each one of us honestly ask the question…”HOW WOULD YOU HAVE ME BE INVOLVED?”
May the Lord move through the prayers of His people, and through increased awareness and engagement may He care for the orphans through our efforts!
