One year ago we finally had the courage to take a huge step of faith. Last year, right before Christmas, we applied to America World Adoption Agency and officially started our journey to our children. Our eyes have been opened and our faith has been stretched. At first we were afraid that we wouldn't be able to afford adopting. But with the gentle nudge of a friend who told us "God is faithful and He will provide" we filled out the application. God used these friends to help nudge us in the right direction. Have you been able to help or encourage someone to take a step of faith? I often tell my sister that I hope she can be an encouragement to others interested in adoption through our story. Our friend that encouraged us was a sister of an adoptive mama. I am so thankful that we were nudged (encouraged) in the direction that God wanted to lead us.
Once we filled out the application we tried to move things as fast as we had could. We filled out all the papers as soon as we got them. Brad and I like to get things done. I hate having to-do lists sitting around. But we have learned over and over that God is in control of this adoption, not us. Someone posted on our yahoo group last week "you act like you are just wanting to get any old baby instead of the child that has been prepared for you SINCE THE BEGINNING OF THE WORLD." I needed that reminder!!! We aren't just waiting for a referral, we are waiting to get the call that our child, the one that God has picked out, is ready for us!!
SO TRUE! I just had a friend share this perspective with me Sunday: "I see you excited and pointing to a child saying, "how about that one, God? we are so ready!" and God is saying, "no, dear one, I have another precious child in mind for you and Jeff. Trust me. Just wait. Let me bring to you THE child I have planned for you all along!" LOVE IT!!!!!
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