Government's Keep On Changing

Two more countries have joined the ranks recently of setting up a new government. Estonian Prime Minister Juhan Parts has stepped down after a vote of no-confidence. Ironically, the vote came from parliament because of his stance on stamping out government corruption.

Kyrgyzstan 's President has fled from the country and it is now in turmoil. I have received the following from a friend of a friend. Names have been left out for their protection.

Please PRAY for us and all the people in Kyrgyzstan! Things have rapidly deteriorated! Looting is rampant; virtually all the stores are either looted or destroyed, and some have been burned. Our neighbors, some of whom were a part of the deposed regime, have been warned that part of the crazed mob is supposed to come tonight to our region and continue the process. We have met with all of our neighbors, as the police cover that previously existed, no longer exists. It is still daylight as I write, but we have no way of knowing what the night holds for us. We would appreciate your prayers more than ever! Up until now in our neighborhood, everything has been quiet. In the city center virtually all businesses were looted or burned, which is insane, as the people’s need for food will soon drive people to desperate measures. It is a very strange time, I suppose somewhat like the eye of a hurricane. Perhaps the looters will go somewhere else, and certainly the new government is doing what it can to bring the situation back under control. We are praying and asking the Father to guide our every thought and action. When we spoke to the Embassy, their advice left us feeling a bit vulnerable; it is apparent they must protect their own interests first, while the soldiers at the Manas AFB must protect the airport, and keep it open. If we leave, we are unclear where a safer place would be, as the thugs and hooligans seem to not pay any attention to reason or logic. The looters have destroyed at least 6 years of development in a single night. God willing, we will send you a note tomorrow to let you know how we are doing. I must stop so I can meet again with the neighbors, but wanted to send out this prayer request to all of you at this time. We are looking to heaven for protection, and remain confident in God’s sovereign oversight of our lives and those who are with us. Many of the people can no longer buy food, as the stores don’t have any. Fortunately, we have several days worth of food until things calm down a bit, which we are hoping will be the case by early next week. We are sharing what we have with those who have none. [Some] are spending the night with us, because they have no food, electricity, and because they are standing with us for protection. Just know we love and appreciate each and everyone one of you deeply!!!

As more and more government changes happen and I receive messages like this I am reminded to pray that God will work mightily in setting up the right governments.