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A Prayer for Those Who Wait | David Platt
David and Heather Platt know what it means to wait for an adoption. They had planned to bring their son home in early 2020, but the COVID-19 virus meant they couldn't travel. Burdened for his son and for all who are waiting, David shared the following… Our child's…
What If There Was More Than Enough?
The words "not enough" are heard every day inside our nation's foster care system. Not enough resources.Not enough families.Not enough support. Unfortunately, this system overflowing with "not enough" does not lack children—each one with unique needs. A brief snapshot of foster care in the U.S. makes this plain:…
Cambodia Needs Your Help
Would you take a minute to pray for our kids and staff in Cambodia as they continue to face ongoing challenges from the worldwide pandemic? Here's a new update from our team— God is still at work ... Even when times are tough. Even when there's a sudden surge…
Friends, Foster Care, & Mother’s Day
Guest post by Holly Gnuse of The Forgotten Initiative, an advocate ministry of Lifesong. It doesn’t matter what age or stage you’re currently in: Having friends to walk beside you is a good thing. A sweet thing. I’m finding that true even, and especially, in this foster care…
Look What God Is Doing in Ethiopia!
God is good! Thank you for loving our kids in Ethiopia through child sponsorships, giving, and praying. You are making a difference. Here's an exciting update from our team— God is doing big things here in Ethiopia! For starters, time is flying, and we are already over halfway through our…
Foster Care 101: Your Guide to Foster Care Awareness Month
Guest post by Sarah Wilson of The Forgotten Initiative, an advocate ministry of Lifesong. May is Foster Care Awareness Month. We at The Forgotten Initiative believe that awareness leads to action. We believe that when the body of Christ hears about foster care and learns about needs and…
Visit Uganda from Right Where You’re Sitting!
As much as we'd love to take you to Uganda and show you first-hand what God is doing through your faithful prayer and support, we know this isn't the right time. So we're bringing the ministry in Uganda to you. Keep scrolling to take the Uganda Virtual Vision Trip... Welcome…
Worth the Wait? Watts Family Story
Is the wait worth it? Especially while we wait for something as important as children—whether adopted or biological—it's natural to wonder about God's timing. Canceled plans, lost dreams, and extended waits... all deeply disappointing. If we're honest, sometimes it feels like God doesn't know or care about our…
When God Uses Infertility To Grow A Family
On the last full week of April, just a few weeks before Mother's Day, families across the United States observe National Infertility Awareness Week. And while infertility is not a prerequisite for adoption, it is a circumstance God often uses to bring an orphan into a loving family. Meet…
An Open Letter to Infertility
In 2017, an adoptive mom and Lifesong matching grant recipient moved our audience by candidly sharing her experience with infertility. Today, nearly 4 years later, her words still resonate deeply. In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, enjoy this special guest post from the Lifesong Blog archives… Nearly…