Over the last few weeks we have learned many things about Human Trafficking, how to define choice, empowerment, and the value of one. However, one area that continues to hold a special place in my heart is medical. I was able to join a YWAM team last week to offer medical care to a slum filled with migrant workers. The contrast was plain to see as their tin huts lined the road across from the tall beautiful condos they build during the day. While we offered the few bits of medical advice and supplies we had, I couldn't help but look at each beautiful face, past the sweat and dirt from a long day of work, and see their worth and value shining through. Even when this world has told them they are worth next to nothing, that is so far from the truth. Jesus knew them and placed value on them before they were even born.
Luke 4:18 "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, becuse he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free....."