(photos I took of malls in Lucknow)
While India teeters under the burden of poverty, economic upheaval,mismanagement of natural resources and corruption in every strata of society But spaces in burgeoning cities and SEZ (special economic zones) give no indication of it. This is the India of the well heeled, upward mobile, successful and powerful.
In India power is associated with money and the right connections. And I have nothing against this minority group because I wish to join them.
I visited some of these palaces of progress for entertainment value (I do so here also) trying to to feel disdain for the highly priced merchandise, like a small Body Shop bar of soap which cost Rupees 145 (I can buy 5 soaps with that amount of money). I feign allergy to expensive skin care products...I won' t tell you what excuses I conjure up for other things.
In India the disparity between the rich and poor is fathomless.
I try not to be in awe of the well manicured green lawns on the other side of the fence but rather be content with the herbaceous thickets on my side.
God has given me a unique opportunity this week. Starting tomorrow I have volunteered to teach a women 's class with my friend , Diana. We will be training a group of ladies who come from rural areas. Having a few hours with them for 4 to 5 days depending on how much material we can cover each day.
Diana and I have gone through the teaching materials together. I got up at 4 am to start my preparation. I am really looking forward to it. We are helping at a newly formed Bible School.
Please pray for us .
13 Fertilize my soul:
so true, so true...will keep you in prayer also....
Thank you Dani
Dani the photos of your mall are fantastic
Its the rich and the poor so close together that amazes me: "Jehovah is the maker of them all", Proverbs 22: 2
I will be praying for you. These photos are so much like Kyiv! I so want to visit India someday! :)
Dear David you have been to India so many times. You have seen it first hand.
Hi Micheele, you are very welcome. You can stay with us too. Thank you for your prayers
Unfortunately, because of big number of learning in the next academic year, I had to stop my work in club for children. But sister, who is the chief of this club said, that I can help in for example Christmas gifts.
Everywhere in the world there are big difference between poor and rich people. There is no day in Poland, that in at least one newspaper was written about poor retires of milions Polish people, and, in contrast - fabolously big money of some politicians.
Wonderful opportunity to teach classes-you will be in my prayers!
God Bless you Amrita
Thank you for your pryer. The first 2 days went well.
Yes Zim, God is using you among children, that is wonderful.
Many prayers for your teaching and for you and your students.
Your life sounds fulfilling and meaningful. I enjoy catching up with what God is doing in your life.God bless you dear Amrita and anoint you as you teach bible study.
The same here Amrita. One part is in poverty with no job, no food nor water, others live their life full of luxury like if they live in another country. Blessed are those wealthy and State officials who remember and help the poor.
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