You and I often greet others with the quick question, "How are you?" Usually we get a hurried "fine" in reply. Many times we barely slow down for the answer. The Maasai tribe of Kenya has a greeting that goes a bit deeper--"How are the children?" It would be good for us to stop and ask that same question.

Can we answer as the Maasai would, "The children are fine"? Judging by statistics, no! Many children are struggling with challenges at school, cultural pressures and family relationships. Even more important than these issues is the child's relationship to God.