Have you ever received something you did not deserve, a gift given simply because someone chose to give it? Perhaps it was an unexpected opportunity, an act of kindness, or forgiveness when you least expected it.
Romans 5:15 reminds us:
“But the gift of God’s undeserved grace was very different from Adam’s sin. That one sin brought death to many others. Yet in an even greater way, Jesus Christ alone brought God’s gift of undeserved grace to many people.”
I experienced a gift like this during my recent visit to Cambodia with our school mission tour. I had the privilege of spending time with my sponsor child from Centre 4 and sharing a special home visit with her family. Although I have participated in home visits before, this experience felt different.
I was deeply grateful to be welcomed into their home and their lives. As I sat with them, I found myself wondering why I had been given such a special opportunity. I had done nothing to earn it. In fact, many sponsors never have the chance to meet their sponsor child in person, which made the experience an even greater gift. The family was generous with the little they had, I was welcomed with warmth and kindness, and I left feeling humbled and blessed.
That experience reminded me of God’s grace. Just as I was welcomed and blessed without deserving it, God freely offers us the gift of His grace through Jesus Christ. It is not something we can earn or achieve ourselves. It is a gift given freely out of His great love for us.
Sponsoring a child reflects that same spirit of grace. It is about more than financial support. It is an opportunity to invest in a child’s education, wellbeing and future, while helping bring hope to families and communities across Cambodia. While Kennedy partners specifically with Centre 4, there are many children across Transform Cambodia’s five centres who are still waiting for sponsors.
Sponsor a Child – Transform Cambodia
If you are considering sponsoring a child, applying for a future Cambodia Mission Tour, or simply wanting to learn more, I would love to share my experiences and answer any questions. Sponsorship creates opportunities for children and families, while also becoming a rewarding and meaningful journey for sponsors.
Suzanne Warwick
College Chaplain
