We have been overwhelmed with the love and support we have received from family, friends, and acquaintances regarding our adoption. Everyone has been very positive, but many are quite puzzled as to why we, in our “right” minds, would be pursuing such a thing at our age. We understand.

Getting here has been a process that God began long ago. God has given us a passion for children, a desire to parent, an ability to run a household and train up kids, and – most recently – a burden for Africa and its precious children. Those that have heard or read our adoption story know that God has undeniably called us to this assignment. He’s been preparing our hearts for years and this is the precise way and the exact timing He has chosen for us to touch two more children’s lives. What an amazing thought! God has molded us into this shape and when He called, we answered! That is why we are doing this. Bottom line – it was God’s idea!

There is no retiring or taking it easy in God’s economy. We are to be active and willing vessels in meeting needs, however that might look in each of our lives. I’m so grateful that we were acutely aware and open to God’s call. People often tell us “those boys are so lucky; you’re doing such a great thing.” But in all candor, we’re not being altruistic here. We desire to be in obedience to God because being used by Him is the greatest blessing we could have. We know He asked us to adopt these boys.

What is God asking you to do? How is He asking you to serve? Will you allow Him to lead? Will you humbly comply when He tugs at your heartstrings? Remember that when God calls, He equips. May you be encouraged as you walk in faith for His glory!