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Is This A Bad Reason to Adopt?
The road to adoption is messy. There's a reason why only 5% of practicing Christians adopt, even though 38% have considered it. To consider adoption is to embark on an introspective journey where we see ourselves in our most vulnerable light. But take heart! Ahna is a mom…
This Is the Solution to Orphans’ Needs
The solution to orphans' needs: The Church. Over and over in Scripture, God commands His followers to serve the marginalized and neglected, hurt and abused. And He demonstrates this in the person and work of Jesus Christ, from His interactions with the lowest of society to His ultimate…
Finn’s Gift: Becoming a Mission-Minded Family
Generosity is often generational. Time and time again, we see former orphans becoming orphan advocates and adoptees becoming adoption advocates and even adoptive parents. It echos John's words in 1 John: "We love because He first loved us." At the end of 2019, we were reminded of this…
Love One: Sponsor a Child
Love was at the heart of Jesus' earthly ministry. And since we know that love is action, we have an opportunity for you: Child sponsorship! For as little as $34/month, Lifesong child sponsors show Christ's love to one child in need. Sponsorship creates connection—other than in-country staff, you…
A Mother’s Thoughts on Gotcha Day
We love to celebrate anniversaries. Whether a birthday, wedding, graduation... when something big happens, the date is etched in our minds. So it comes as no surprise that when adoptive parents first meet their child, that day is (often) celebrated for years to come. Many call this day…
The God of Timing, Not Timelines
Every week, our team receives testimonials and stories from families we've served. And we love it. We constantly see God working in miraculous ways to get His kids into loving, Christian families—so often, in fact, that we almost overlook His awesome provision. One of the main ways we…
A Day on Mission in Haiti
You're invited. Throughout each year, our team at Lifesong–MBO in Bercy, Haiti, hosts short-term mission teams for a week of Gospel-centered service, learning, and relationship-building. We'd love for you to consider visiting to see and participate in God's work of reaching orphans and vulnerable children in Haiti. Here's…
Vanessa Coming Home
Some argue that "happy airport homecoming" videos aren't the most accurate picture of adoption. Every adoption involves heartache, loss, and disappointment, and yet we celebrate it with balloons, banners, and parties. Why? Because adoption is a beautiful contradiction of loss and gain. The beautiful videos and joyful meetings have such value.…
“This Girl Is a Miracle Girl”
Here at Lifesong, we're honored to be part of over 8,000 adoption journeys and counting. While every story is unique, there are some themes that unite them all, like God's provision, faithfulness, and perfect timing. And each is clearly seen in Andrew and Anna's journey to their daughter,…
4 Things You Should Know about Fear
When we take a leap of faith, fear is never far off. Even Lifesong's creation story has notes of fear. Our founder, Gary Ringger, had no idea what was in store when God called him to use his business for His glory, not Gary's. But when called beyond…