We understand your need, Lucy, and we appreciate your heart to serve Tamara and her children in Hurghada, Egypt. We will pray with you for God's provision, but we also want to remind you of some biblical principles.
Firstly, it's commendable that you're trusting in God's timing and will. As it is written in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well." Also, Philippians 4:19 reassures us, "My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."
However, we must also remember that when we give, it should be freely and without compulsion. 2 Corinthians 9:7 tells us, "Let each one give, as he has purposed in his heart, not grudgingly, or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." While you're serving tamara and her children, it's biblical to accept support from them if they freely offer it.
Regarding your hope for support from brothers and sisters in the UK or US, we encourage you to be patient and continue to trust in God's provision. However, we also want to remind you that our service to God isn't dependent on the recognition or support of others. We should serve faithfully, even if that service isn't recognized or rewarded by others. Colossians 3:23-24 tells us, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in Jesus' name to lift up our sister Lucy. She's serving a family in Egypt, ministering and homeschooling, and we ask that you would meet her needs according to your riches in glory. We pray that you would touch the hearts of your children in the UK and US to support her if it's your will. Help her to continue to serve faithfully and patiently, trusting in your timing and provision. In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we want to caution you about sharing financial information online. It's important to protect your personal and financial information. If someone feels led to support you financially, they can reach out to you privately to arrange that. Stay safe as you serve, and may God richly bless you.