(TWAR-eg) – The word “family” can carry a lot of weight and a wide range of emotions and memories. For some, it brings to mind loved ones and special times together, such as working in the kitchen with a parent or grandparent, doing yardwork with a parent or siblings, or gathering at the table to enjoy a meal together while catching up on what’s happening with everyone. For others, however, “family” might bring to mind primarily negative thoughts of disappointment, betrayal, and strained or broken relationships. In these respects, the Tuareg are no different. Some will have positive memories of times spent together drinking tea, drawing water, preparing meals, or herding animals, while others will remember mostly the anger, hardships, disappointment, and persecution they faced from other people around them. Regardless of a person’s experiences with their biological and legal families, they have an opportunity to be part of an eternal family that, despite having its challenges, is led by a Heavenly Father. And He never disappoints. Pray that God will grant Tuareg across the desert the desire to meet the perfect Heavenly Father, and pray that they will come to experience the love and joy that comes from being a part of His family.