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The Bumpy, Dark Road of Adoption
Adoption was in our hearts for a long time. For Georgie the desire has been there since she was a little girl. For Wyley, it came later in our marriage when we were told we wouldn’t be able to have children. The Lord gave us three biological…
A Remarkable Story
When we began our adoption journey, we never could have anticipated the ways in which God would tell a remarkable story. He did this through His loving-kindness, beautiful generosity, caring provision, and faithful care of His people. It took 4.5 years to bring our twin four-year-olds home from Haiti.…
5 New Year’s Resolutions to Show Love to the Fatherless
With a new year comes new opportunities to do things we've always wanted to do but never done. If you're in the habit of writing New Year's Resolutions, consider adding some or all of these to your list. 1. Sponsor a child. Christian-based child sponsorship has incredible…
God Used You to Re-Write This Family’s Story
Years ago, Jack and Lindsay became aware of the plight of the orphan and the significant need for families to welcome children home. So they determined to adopt "someday"--either after their three children were teenagers or they were able to save enough money to fund the process. Funding, after…
Adoption 101: Common Questions When Deciding to Adopt
Choosing to adopt is a major decision that should be accompanied by plentyof prayer and conversation. Here are 5questions to ask yourself (and/or your spouse) when considering whether or not adoption is right for you. 1.Why dowe want to adopt? There are as many poor reasons as there…
When Two Becomes Eight Kids (and counting!) | Family Friday
Our plan when I married my wife was to have one or two children. Lifesong recently helped us add our eighth. From the bottom of our hearts, we are so grateful God allowed us to be part of His plan in this way and to be surrounded by…
13 Famous People Who Were Adopted
Since adoption receivesnegative publicity at times,it's nice to read about adoptees who grew up to do interesting or extraordinary things with their lives. Here are 13 examples. *Important to note: while these names are largely recognizable, every life is equally valued in the eyes of God. Every child…
Where Life and Death Meet in Grace and Adoption | Family Friday
The adoption of our precious daughter is part of a legacy where God connected the dots of His sovereignty over 2 young lives, down to the smallest details. We started on the path of adopting a child with a limb difference because we had a nephew who was born…
7 Easy Ways to Educate Your Church About Adoption
It is often said that adoption takes a village, and it does! But specifically--Biblically--it takes the Church. If you are looking to expand your Church family's knowledge of or involvement with adoption, here are 7 ways to do so— 1. Welcome the questions. Anyone who has or was adopted knows adoption…
Movie Night: 5 More Films About Adoption or Foster Care
So the weekend has arrived and you want to watch a movie. Why not watch one that is family-friendly and starts a conversation about adoption or foster care? After our first post featuring 5 Films About Adoption or Foster Care, you—our Lifesong audience—responded with your own creative recommendations. Here are 5.…