Here at CWA we believe God is in control of our agency and your adoption (before, during, and after.) That’s why no matter how the devil tries to derail our work through economic uncertainty, delays, or fluctuation in the international adoption climate, we continue to trust in the Lord. Adoption is God’s idea and therefore worth pursuing!
Everyday we work with families struggling with financial fears, timing, discouragement, family dynamics, and more. Yet for every story of struggle, we hear two examples of how God uses these same struggles to help families grow in their faith and trust in Him. It is not unusual to hear about donations for the exact amount needed arriving at the just the right time. We hear how God uses a document or travel delay to ensure a families are available for a high school graduation, better ticket prices, family emergency or other important event that may otherwise have been missed.
The Lord has chosen you to embark on a journey of blessings and personal and family growth. Are you trusting Him, His perfect timing, and His provision; or are you fretting, worrying or otherwise allowing the devil to distract you from God’s joy in adoption? When you are feeling discouraged, turn to Proverbs 3:5-6 for encouragement:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.
Have a great Monday!
Needed to hear this today. Thank you! God really is in control!
Hi Amy,
Isn’t it a comfort to know that God is in control and we don’t have to be? Takes the pressure off and just allows us to be obedient. I’m glad to have been part of your encouragement!
Tracy
Thank you for this reminder. It is so very hard to be patient for God’s leading when He has placed such a strong desire for His child in your heart. My husband and I watch your website all the time. We don’t feel we are able to adopt internationally due to finances but in our hearts, we have a little girl waiting for us in Russia. Reading the stories of other adoptions on your website comfort us though. Thank you for all that you do for God’s children.
P.S. We haven’t given up helping. We have become foster parents so we can help other children. That is a joy also!