The Softened Blow

After taking several days to sort through my emotions and seek the counsel of our church elders and friends, I have come to see the news that we may not be able to adopt "D" as a comfort from God. I keep reminding myself that if God had not prompted us to inquire about the kids' adoption status, siblings and health issues, we would have found out when we got to our SDA appointment. Considering how the world crashed around us last week, I can't imagine learning such news without having the immediate support of our friends and our church. While the news that she is probably not going to be our daughter is devastating, God has softened the blow and allowed us to grieve and for loved ones to gather around us before we leave for Ukraine.

I have considered "D" to be my daughter for over a year and as a father, I have not given up. I hope to ask for special consideration that we can still adopt her when we get to our SDA appointment. If the answer is no, I will accept it as God's will. If the answer is yes, then I will witness a miracle. Either way, I will rejoice in God's love and mercy.

"As an example, brethren, of suffering and patience, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. We count those blessed who endured. You have heard of the endurance of Job and have seen the outcome of the Lord's dealings, that the Lord is full of compassion and is merciful." James 5:10,11

Kevin