Yesterday was a beautiful day. First, we got to rejoice in hearing 14 beautiful stories of God’s grace in our church family and then watch as they followed Jesus in baptism. I was even honored to be a part of baptizing a dear friend. Then, when we came home Ryan pulled an envelope out of his pocket to show me what some of our friends had given us. He was aware of my anticipation, so he proceeded to move ridiculously slowly to open it up. Imagine a drum roll…………. and out came a check. He opened it up to show me a check for $2,500!! I, of course, immediately began to cry (tears of joy) and we praised Jesus!
How is it that even though I know of his care and provision and that He has with out a doubt called us to adoption, I still doubt that He will come through? It's not that I don’t think He will eventually, I just wonder how much work it will take and how long it will be. Kind of sounds like I want it on my terms… I annoy myself!!! Though I desire to, I do not always trust him perfectly. This goes to show you, this has absolutely nothing to do with how good I am. He is so faithful in spite of me.
Our hearts are filled with gratefulness, worship and anticipation. Romans 8:32 comes to mind, “He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?”
We enjoyed the afternoon doing pre-marital counseling with a couple we love. It's been a blast watching them grow in their relationship as they understand the gospel more deeply. It has been such a blessing to spend time with them and get to know them.
Bringing you up to speed...
Currently we have raised $4,500 all before announcing a single fundraiser. Woot woot! It's hard to say "we have raised" when God has led hearts to give. It's crazy that I have been so anxious to get a fundraiser going so that we won't get held up in the process, and now God is showing me quite obviously He's got this. Right now we are awaiting our Orientation on October 26-27. At the completion of Orientation, we will finally be able to begin the Application process and Home Study. This looks like loads of paperwork and interviews, background checks and fingerprints, creating a profile for the birth mom, etc. In the next week, we will also be announcing fundraiser plans to raise the remaining $20,000.
We are in such a busy season right now; I could use tons of prayer. Pray that I will continue to trust Him and not become overwhelmed. Pray for God to impress the hearts of some to give toward providing a loving home for a child. Pray for the birth mom’s heart during such an emotionally grievous process. Pray for our sweet baby.
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