Comments on: Tanya Poteet

By: Tracy H.

Tracy H. — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 21:16:03 +0000

Tanya,
Spasibo for sharing your story and allowing God to use you in such an incredible way! My children are adopted from Kazakhstan and are excited about our new tradition of providing shoeboxes for OCC. May God continue to bless you and OCC!

By: Tim Staggenborg

Tim Staggenborg — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 23:11:04 +0000

God bless you for what you are doing, Tanya. Like you we also live in St. Louis. Our children are adopted from Kazakhstan, so we know well the conditions in the Soviet block countries. We have packed shoeboxes with our children for several years now. Since you said that you enjoyed the letter and photo, we will be sure to include them in all of our shoeboxes from now on. Rest assured that you are doing God's work. We will keep you and everyone involved with OCC in our prayers this year. Thanks, Tanya!

By: Crystal C.

Crystal C. — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:23:59 +0000

Are you confused, or wondering what Joe Biden Really meant about Barack Obama potentially being "tested" There is a simple explanation for your worries.. Ever since America has been America, every elected president in history has been "tested". When John F. Kennedy was in office, his test came in the form of the Cuban Missile Crisis, which almost set off a nuclear war, but in the end, did not. Another example.. when George Bush was elected. very soon after Alkaida operatives, under Osama Bin Laden's direction, flew a plan into the world trade center buildings. None of these things are Intentionally committed against the U.S.A, or the presidency for that matter, by an inside culprit, they simply happen, naturally, due to the inevitable dis-agreements, threats, economic differences, hatred, etc.. issues that every country suffers from around the World!. Every president in history, in every country has been un-intentionally "tested" by the powers from another country.. If this did not occur, obviously, there would literally be world peace, people!. This is simply what Joe Biden was conveying when he made his statement, and obviously alot of people with little or no "common political sense" understand what the Hell he meant, Omg!. Also, what Joe Biden meant when he said "It's not going to be apparent initially; it's not going to be apparent that we're right." obviously, has a similar meaning; not every president in history was praised for his decision making, but eventually.. we got through it, and it was later apparent that it indeed, Was the correct thing to do!, (Just like Abraham Lincoln freeing the slaves!). If after reading this, you still do not understand, or get the point, as simple as I have put it for you; then perhaps you should not be voting in the first place. Thank you for your time... and good luck!.

By: Uche & Ezi

Uche & Ezi — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:50:06 +0000

To show how important this 2008 election is, my 4 year old brother in kingergarten from Michigan called my mom and said:
" Mom! Mom! Could you please vote for Obama for me?" She simply responded:
" Why?"
" I like him, he's a good man and a good leader." Sometimes God speaks to the mind of children!

By: Crystal C.

Crystal C. — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:34:25 +0000

Do you live in California and are planning to vote NO on Proposition 8?. Still think homosexuality is Not a sin, huh?. Or is it that you don’t care?. Homosexuals in general, will argue that homosexuality is not a sin, because it is not listed as a sin in the Ten Commandments. But.. here's what they don’t know, there are many scriptures in the bible which talk about homosexuality & prove that it IS indeed one of the most shameful & dishonorable acts committed against God. Here is where you can find these scriptures in your bible.. Genesis chapter 19 verse 4-29 (Story of Lot & the two angels in the city of Gomorrah)/ Leviticus chapter 20 verse 13/ Genesis chapter 18 verse 20/ Isaiah chapter 3 verse 9/ Romans chapter 1 verse 27. After you have read for yourself.. Remember to vote YES on Proposition 8, don’t let them teach our children that this despicable act of great sin is Okay!!.

By: Audrey F.

Audrey F. — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 13:38:45 +0000

So happy to hear about this wonderful opportunity to share your moving story. You are such an inspiration to others your age and to parents, like us, to help our kids do the same. You rock, Julian!!

By: Christy

Christy — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 20:15:27 +0000

I can't imagine the life that you grew up in.. or imagine taking care of a newborn at 8 years of age..We have so much here. You inspire me to do even more with Operation Christmas Child. We get a group together every year to pack some shoeboxes.. and you make me realize how much those shoeboxes really mean to children who don't have a thing in other countries. Thanks for everything you do.. What you are doing makes a huge impact for the Kingdom of God.

By: Thomas

Thomas — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 05:14:50 +0000

I've adopted two children and hope that they will give to the world as you have! I am so grateful that their mothers did not abort...

By: Mom in Texas

Mom in Texas — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:15:40 +0000

Operation Christmas Child is something my son and I look forward to every year. When I saw your story I immediately emailed it to his Christian School that spearheads our efforts. These children, grade K-6 will be very excited to see the personal impact these gifts can make. I can assure you the number of boxes going out this year will increase with this encouraging word! Bless you!

By: Adrienne

Adrienne — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:32:30 +0000

One word–FANTASTIC!!!