Pa's Thoughts

As our family stands at the cusp of a trip that will change our lives forever, I (Pa) ask that you pray for 1)Practical matters related to traveling (safety, customs, flight connections, etc), 2) Relationships that will be changed forever (our lives and AG's life will be altered in significant fashion!), 3) Spiritual growth for all of us, and in this whole adoption process, we will make Christ look great! and 4) Medical issues related to AG potential need of additional surgery once she is here in the States.

People often ask me, "How do you feel (about the adoption trip)?" That is a tough question.  I have great deal of mixed emotions related to this adventure that varies from day to day.  Several days ago, I simply broke down and cried, feeling overwhelmed.  But I was quickly reminded of a song by Side Walk Prophets called "The words I would say."  As you read the chorus to this song, I hope you will find encouragement (for whatever struggle you are facing) as I did in God's truth:
"Be strong in the LORD and, 
Never give up hope, 
You're going to do great things, 
I already know, 
God's got His hand on you so, 
Don't live life in fear, 
Forgive and forget, 
But don't forget why you're here, 
Take your time and pray, 
Thank God for each day, 
His love will find a way, 
These are the words I would say, 
From one simple life to another, 
I will say, 
Come find peace in the Father."


Praying for peace, Pa