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Praise God for These Students in Liberia
Thank you for praying for children in Liberia during this time of global uncertainty. Though school is not currently in session, God is working through you in the lives of our students. Here's a recent update from our team— God continues to work in Liberia! Two weeks ago, the…
Proof That Your Waiting Has Purpose
It's a word both adults and children alike despise: wait We tend to want things instantly. And in our modern, fast-paced culture, that's not an unreasonable expectation. 2-day shipping. Instant streaming. Microwave dinners. If only adoption was that simple... A family we supported with an interest-free loan recently…
This Adoption Story Isn’t What You Think
Guest post by Donna Nicholson, LPC, from Bethany Christian Services Emily* was a 36-year-old mother of two and facing an untimely pregnancy when we met. Her story was long, complicated and, to me, a pregnancy counselor for Bethany Christian Services, very familiar. She came to me contemplating an…
2020 Mid-Year Impact Report
Would you celebrate God's faithfulness with us? While much of life has been on hold or shut down this year, God is still at work. Specifically, we've seen His faithfulness to care for the orphaned and vulnerable as we serve in new ways and old. Here are just…
“Chance Had Nothing to Do with It.”
Have you ever walked through something frustrating, only to realize it led to amazing things? As followers of Jesus, we know this isn't just chance. We learn in Romans: "...for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." Sometimes the good…
Visit Lifesong Zambia Today!
We aren't all able to hop on a plane and fly across the ocean to visit our team in Zambia, so we brought the Lifesong Zambia team to you.Keep scrolling to take the ZambiaVirtual Vision Trip... Welcome to Lifesong Zambia! While you're here, you'll learn why the ministry…
A Decade-Long Dream
Though the decision to adopt isn't quick or easy, the call to adopt is usually clear. And whether it takes days or a decade from being led to adopt until the adoption is finalized, God is faithful every step of the way. Adoptive dad Casey, recently wrote this…
4 Idols Adoption Breaks Down
We often label them as reasons or excuses. But the Bible uses a harsher term: idols. As you evaluate your heart toward adoption (or any other big decision), you may discover aspects of your life that have become idols. But be encouraged. God doesn't allow us to settle…
Heartbreak and Hope in Bolivia
Thank you for praying for our kids in Bolivia to have hope in times of uncertainty. Recently, the Bolivia government announced an extension of national quarantine measures through July 31, 2020, in order to mitigate the spread of the virus. Despite the ongoing quarantine, God is working. Here's an recent update…
Why Adopting Interracially Is One of the Best Decisions I’ve Made
Guest post by Keia Jones-Baldwinon her family's experience with interracial adoption. Years had gone by and countless dollars had been spent. But my husband, Richardo, and I still hadn’t been able to have any biological children. I'm blessed to have one biological daughter, Zariyah (16). But I deeply…