Just a Minute: In the Heart of a Child, One Moment ... Can Last Forever. - Paperback

by Wess Stafford (Author), Dean Merrill (Contribution by)

How long does it take to make a difference in the life of a child?

For good or for ill, individual moments in a young person's life can make all the difference in their future. It may be something said or done by an adult who hardly thinks about it: a hug, a compliment, an intriguing question, a sincere applause. But in that moment, the child discovers who they are, what is important to them, why they matter, and sometimes even what their destiny will be. Most of us want to help encourage and build into this next generation, most of us see the need all around, but we just have no idea where to begin.

Now, with this book, you know where to begin and you know that it only takes Just a Minute. Follow along as Dr. Wess Stafford, president of Compassion International, shares stories and experiences to introduce you to the difference you can actually make anywhere on the spectrum of child development. From helping meet physical needs to breaking down emotional barriers and from discovering latent talents to equipping with spiritual insights, these stories are a catalyst for action.

You don't have to be a teacher, a parent, a pastor, or a doctor to make a difference in the life of a child. You only have to be willing

Back Jacket

68 Stories That Will Inspire You to Bless a Child's Life

Do you remember that one moment (or maybe there were several) that changed your life when you were a child--and shaped part of who you are today?

We all have those stories, and we can all, now, make those stories happen! All it takes is one moment out of your busy day, and you can be that someone in the life of the very next child who comes across your path.

Read story after powerful story of lives changed because someone took just a minute to connect in the life of a child. Stay alert--you never know when your opportunity will come.

Author Biography

WESS STAFFORD From the poor of Africa's Ivory Coast to President and Chief Executive Officer of Compassion International, Dr. Wesley K. Stafford ¿ Wess ¿ has maintained one simple belief: God's children are priceless resources. To that end, Wess leads Compassion's efforts to break the cycle of poverty for children everywhere. Wess joined the staff of Compassion International in 1977 and has worked with the ministry, both overseas and at headquarters, for 34 years. He has served as president since 1993. Wess lives on a small ranch near Colorado Springs, Colorado with his wife, Donna, of 32 years who was a Compassion sponsor even before she met Wess! They have two daughters, Jenny and Katie ¿ the two children in the world for whom Wess is the greatest advocate of all.DEAN MERRILL has a B.A. from Christian Life College (Chicago) and a M.A. in journalism from Syracuse University. He is a former magazine editor (Campus Life, Leadership Journal, Christian Herald) and has served as editorial director at David C. Cook and Focus on the Family. He has written ten books and co-authored 35 others. Two of his books have received the Gold Medallion Award from ECPA, and another was named Christian Book of the Year. He has travelled widely overseas, especially during his seven years as a vice president at International Bible Society (now Biblica). His favorite part of the globe to visit is Africa. Dean and his wife live in Colorado Springs, CO and are the proud parents of three and the grandparents of twelve (ten biological, two adopted).