On Sunday, I attended children's church with Arama and the other children.  I think it is wonderful that they are being taught God's word and brought to church every Sunday.  They even have the children put on their best clothes for church.

I stayed in children's church, because Arama did not want me to leave her.  Children's church lasted about 3 hours.  The children sing praises and they have memorized scripture.  Children as young as Arama (3) could recite verses, the Lord's prayer, and the entire Psalm 23.  I was so impressed.  The children recite new verses so it is ingrained in them.  These teachers put their all into teaching these kids.

I was asked to preach in children's church.  Seeing how well they know the Bible, it was a bit intimidating.  I thought "what can I say to these people that they don't already know."

So I spoke about how God has a plan for each of them, just like he had a plan for Arama to join our family.  I mentioned the book of James and how we are to put our faith into action by  being  "doers" of God's word.  And how it is more blessed to give than receive.  The adults were pleased with what I said so I guess I did a good job.

Arama is musically inclined always dancing to the beat and singing.  She is charming and loving.  I observe her with younger children and she  is concerned when another child is crying.  They said she likes babies, so I'm sure she will be happy to have Daniel for a baby brother.

She is also the "informer."  If any child is doing something wrong she says "Teacher, look."

I can't wait to have her home, but I know she is going to grieve her orphanage family.  The staff at the Eban House take such good care of all the children.  They are so loved.