In Cuba, where everyday essentials are often hard to come by, hope can feel scarce. Basic food staples are frequently in short supply. But in these moments of need, we’ve seen God’s provision time and time again—through prayer and unexpected acts of kindness.
A few years ago, our program director found himself in a desperate search for rice to feed the children in our program. After visiting several markets without success, he returned empty-handed. The situation looked bleak, but before giving up completely, h turned to prayer, asking God for a way to meet this urgent need.
Moments after saying, “Amen,” a well-dressed man approached. He had rice for sale, but there was a catch—whoever bought it had to buy the entire supply. With food prices rising, this felt like an impossible request. Yet when our program director asked the price, he was stunned. Not only was it affordable, it was the cheapest he had ever paid for rice for the program. He had never met this man before, and he left no way to contact him, only saying, “I will come back when you least expect me.”
That day, our Cuba program witnessed firsthand the power of prayer and the unexpected ways God provides.
Fast forward to 2023, and another moment of divine provision unfolded—this time for Walter and his children.
In Cuba, where fresh produce is often hard to come by due to strict regulations, we planted a garden to help feed the children in our program and provide for families struggling to get by. This small patch of land has become a source of hope and nourishment for many, including Walter’s family.
One Sunday morning, as Walter and his children were at church, they noticed the garden. The boys’ eyes lit up when they spotted the rows of lettuce, and with excitement they exclaimed, “Lettuce, lettuce, Daddy! When can we eat lettuce?”
What they didn’t know was that their prayer had already been answered. Our partner, aware of the food shortages many families were facing, handed Walter a head of lettuce and two squashes. Walter, deeply moved, shared that he had no food at home for dinner that night. To him, those simple vegetables were nothing short of a miracle—a tangible sign that God was still providing for their family.
Stories like these remind us that God’s provision often comes in unexpected ways. A head of lettuce. A bag of rice. Small things that, through prayer and faith, become life-changing miracles.
It’s an exciting time at Forward Edge as we announce the launch of our brand new program, Create Hope Ghana, alongside our 40th anniversary celebration. We’re thrilled to witness the positive impact this program has already made on the lives of 75 children and their families residing in 10 different
One of Forward Edge’s most dearly held values is the importance of relationships. And what better way has God given us to bond with others than over a table of good food. Culture is often shared through food. Sharing meals isn’t just about filling our stomachs—it’s about connection over stories,
It started with a simple nudge—a last-minute feeling that I was forgetting something important. Rushing through the airport, I couldn’t shake the urge to buy a Bible. I didn’t know why, or who it was for, but I trusted the feeling. A week later, in a small village in Ghana, that Bible found its way into the hands of Talata, a girl who had never heard of Jesus. This is the story of how God’s quiet whispers and a small act of obedience became part of something much bigger than we could have imagined.
Sell a Home, Save a Child (SAHSAC) Member Troy Daniels, accompanied by his business partner Veronica, joined us on a mission trip to our Mexico children’s program, Trigo y Miel and the Siloé school, to witness the direct impact of his contributions. In our interview, he shared his experience, his
9 yrs. old
Entered the program: May 2024
Steff lives with his mother and his little sister in a rented two-room house made of concrete that has water but no electricity. They use an outdoor bathroom and kitchen.
His mother is trained as a nurse but is currently unemployed, and his father died in 2019. Providing for the family is difficult.
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