Send us Fan Mail Each day is a choice, an opportunity to say yes to what God has for us. Some days that yes is easier than others, isn't it? We have to be resolute in our decision to follow Jesus no matter the cost. Last week we heard from Juliet Dawn and how her decision to say yes led her through a life marked by trials but ultimately brought glory to God and blessings to her. This week we hear another testimony of how one woman's yes changed the life of a young girl in another country, who was about to be sold as a child bride. Born in the village of Mbikko, Uganda, Zahara McCoy grew up surrounded by both the warmth of community and the harsh realities of poverty. By the age of nine, she had lost both parents to HIV/AIDS and faced the very real threat of becoming a child bride, with dowry negotiations already underway. Life took an unexpected turn when a Christian family in California began sponsoring her education — an act of compassion that opened the door for Zahara to continue her studies and, eventually, move to the United States. Her early days in America were filled with wonder and discovery: she had never seen hot water flow from a tap or realised that streetlights didn’t shine from beneath the road. Through each new experience, Zahara saw evidence of God’s faithfulness and the unfolding of His purpose for her life. Today, Zahara serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Children of Grace, a Christian nonprofit working in her home region of Uganda to educate, disciple, and empower vulnerable children. Though she now lives in California with her husband and three young children, Zahara remains deeply connected to her roots — leading Children of Grace with a heart for her homeland and a vision to see every Ugandan child given the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. A wife, mother, and passionate advocate for girls’ education, Zahara speaks with grace and authenticity about faith, resilience, and God’s power to transform even the most painful beginnings. Her story is a living testimony to the truth that no life is beyond the reach of hope. Your yes impacts more than you. You're yes to God could save someone's life! Conversation Highlights: At the end of each day we have to be okay to die to ourselves and fully surrender on the altar, saying yes to what God has for usBeing an orphan in Uganda is dangerous - they can be sold, enslaved, married off, abused, rejected, etc.A girl with an education is of great value to the community in UgandaWe may not feel like we could make a difference with a small sponsorship but it could be the lifeline to save a little boy or girl who is praying for what you can provideGod is looking for willing people who will say yes to the nudge of the Holy SpiritGod sees us, hears us and loves us infinitelyConnect with Zahara! Children of Grace Website Sponsor a Child! Children of Grace on IG Support the show Want to go deeper into the conversation? Get the weekly podcast e-newsletter HERE website: https://kaladiane.com IG: @kaladianeyoder FB: @kaladianeyoder Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Ivers & Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
