I didn’t know what title to give this post . . . “WOW!” was all I could come up with after sitting in front of my computer screen for several minutes. The “Facebook/Twitter/Blog-a-thon” fundraiser was a huge success this weekend, and we are incredibly grateful for ALL who participated. It is amazing how a lot of people giving a little can add up! There are still a few donations coming in the mail later this week (and some are still coming in online), so I don’t have a grand total just yet. BUT, as of this morning we are up to $4,000. FOUR THOUSAND DOLLARS!!! Can you believe that?!
We don’t have the words to express our appreciation to everyone who donated and got the word out. We knew going into this adoption that we would have to ask for help financially at some point. It’s often humbling (especially in our society) to have to ask for help, but we know that God wants to use others and doesn’t want us to carry our burdens alone. He hasn’t called all Christians to adopt children, but I DO believe that he calls ALL Christians to love and care for orphans and others in need. So for those of you who contributed last weekend, you did just that – and we thank you.
We received an email yesterday from friends who are in Ethiopia right now picking up their little boy. It read, “We saw [him] again yesterday. I think he is definitely missing you guys. Even Almaz said that he was missing his mom and dad when our group was there. I think he will definitely be ready for you.” As I read it, tears rolled down my cheeks. On one hand, I was glad to hear that he remembers us and love us already and misses us. At the same time, though, my heart broke for him (once again). I’m praying that he really believes we’re coming back for him and that we love him so much. We leave in ELEVEN days, and while there’s still a lot left to be done before we travel, September 4th can’t get here fast enough!
I’ll leave you with this verse because I really do believe it’s true – we’re living proof!
“And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
I hope you all are having a great week, and thanks for reading!
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