Choosing Obedience, Choosing Adoption - Christopher & Laura

Several years ago, my husband and I felt called by God to pursue adoption for our family. Already having three biological sons of our own, we've quickly come to see that our situation is not very common. Adoption was not a necessity or a back up plan. Christ convicted my husband first to obey His commands of His word to care for the orphans. And God gave me a heart for private adoption and the love that would include our baby's first mom. So though it may seem like a strange choice to this world, we have chosen to obey. We have chosen to adopt. 

We have been told more than once, by professionals in the adoption field, that we will not be chosen. We have specified gender preference and we have multiple children already. The odds are stacked against us. But we press forward, knowing God is bigger than those odds. The statistics don't scare Him and the likelihood is not insurmountable to the One who chose this path for us. We know He has directed us and His promises are good. I cannot wait to declare this testimony of His glory when it comes together.  

That doesn't mean it hasn't been a difficult and trying journey. We've seen the years pass as we await our daughter. We've put financial efforts into the waiting process. And I do have times of struggle and pain and impatience. It's confusing at times to step out where Christ leads, but to not see the results of His directive. But I am encouraged as we move forward. I look back and see so clearly that through every valley of doubt and pessimism, God has given us something to pick us up and keep us going. Most recently, we have been blessed to receive this grant through ABBA Canada. At a time when I have been wrestling with thoughts of uncertainty, we received this call. And through it, have heard the gentle voice of our Lord telling us to keep going. Keep waiting. Keep obeying.