Dear God. . .Why did both my parents die?
Juliet, I'm so sorry your parents died. We don't always know the answer. But God hears you, little friend, and He loves you and cares for you and will protect you when you're scared. This is Wess Stafford, President of Compassion International. Helping a child is perhaps one of the most important roles an adult can play. You can never replace a parent — but you can step into the life of a child and be "Jesus with skin on!" Let a child know you really want to understand what they're feeling or what they need. Give them time and encouragement — lots of hugs, a sense of security. Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but "small ones" surround you every day! This is Wess Stafford. Speak up with compassion to a hurting child in your world!
