Starvation

Starvation. In class this week, we learned the process of starvation. First, the body uses the carbohydrates that it has stored. Then after 18 or so hours it runs out of carbs and turns to the stored fat. This usually lasts anywhere from 4-6 weeks..in the more severe cases less than 4 weeks. After the body runs out of fat, it turns to the protein. This protein comes from the plasma as well as internal organs. The body starts to swell as there is no where for the fluid to go. It doesn't take long for the muscle to wither away as well as the liver. If a person is not put back on a diet high in protein and other constituents death will soon be a reality. 

I have always heard of starvation. I have seen pictures and heard stories of people during times of famine and everyday life that are starving...but I never understood physiologically what is happening to their bodies. My eyes have been opened. I get it. I am crying just thinking about this reality. I cannot even begin to imagine this reality. It is so sad because it is preventable! All these people need is PROTEIN and carbs and fat and they would live. My heart breaks when I think about the thousands of men, women, and children around the world that are literally starving at this moment. 

Father, I pray that you would wrap your arms around the world tonight! I pray for these people, these human beings that are literally dying while I am totally fed and completely content. I pray that you will comfort them and that you will miraculously provide them nutrition but more importantly provide them with the JOY of knowing YOU. Let their eyes and hearts be open to Your great love for each and every one of them. May they know that they are not forgotten; but that they are being prayed over and loved even from thousands of miles away. Thank you Father for the examples of your servants that are actively serving and making a difference in the lives of children NOW. May your name be glorified and praised FOREVER and EVER. amen.