It was my privilege recently to be on the receiving end of a concert by the Ugandan Children's Choir of the Royal Junior School and Orphanage in Kampala, Uganda, Africa. They are in the states during the Summer of 2006 spreading the message of Jesus through their music and ministry. They captured my heart.
One of the many things that they reminded me of is that "joy" is not tied to circumstances and material possessions. It is not the byproduct of birth, ancestry or culture. "Joy inexpressible and full of glory" comes from only one place and that is a vital and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ.
From now on when I hear their music and think of them I cannot do it without thinking about "Happy Feet and Holy Hearts." They had both. They sang with conviction. They danced with joy and their faces were aglow with presence of the Lord.
They gave us an opportunity to give so that a new school can be built to house, teach and disciple Ugandan children that the next generation might have hope. I have no doubt that by the time they return to their native land that God will provide their every need.
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