It wasn't just a camera....
The camera that my friend gave to me over a year ago was a gift beyond what I would imagine. As I started a journey in photography, I prayed that every "click" would bring glory to God. I had no idea it would bring me to this place.
My heart is heavy for oppressed children all around the world, especially children that are being sold into slavery through human trafficking. When I prayed to God asking how I could help, He said GIVE. Give to organizations that seek to prevent, rescue, and restore these beautiful lives. When I knew my husband and I didn't have the finances, I asked God how I could raise the money to give. That is when he laid on my heart to start the Portraits of LOVE fundraiser.
I had the opportunity to do many photo shoots with friends of mine...and I still have more to do this fall! I am so thankful to all the families that supported this fundraiser! These are some of the children from the photo shoots. Every penny from the fundraiser will go to organizations that fight against human trafficking.
This summer my heart was heavy again and I knew there was something more that God wanted me to do to fight against this injustice. As I prayed to God, He told me to start a ministry in the community that brings awareness to human trafficking and empowers others to be a voice of hope.
So Be The Voice was started. I will be launching it officially in January, but I am preparing and promoting during these next few months. You can find us on facebook Be The Voice and on Twitter @BeTheVoice30.
So you see, it wasn't just a camera. It was a tool that God used to stir my heart for a greater cause. It was a tool that will bring hope and restoration to many precious lives.
God wants to stretch us beyond ourselves to build His kingdom. Don't underestimate the resources that He has put before you. "Together, change can happen...together, hope will rise."
