As an adoption consultant, I have the amazing privilege of watching God work in the adoption journeys of my CAC families. His care along the way is always unmistakable! Every story has it's share of loss and difficulty, and Charlie and Rachel's process was particularly challenging. There is no doubt ...
Fight With Faith
“Our dishwasher just went out." “Out of nowhere we need all these crazy expensive car repairs!" “Our kids are almost always healthy but for the last month we’ve been sick constantly." “My family is having a really hard time understanding why we want to do this." “It’s like one thing after ...
Adoption Expectations
Expectations. They can kind of make us or break us, can't they? As I've walked with many people through their adoption journeys, I've seen families crushed by unrealistic expectations and I've seen families beautifully hope in God as they've surrendered their expectations to Him. So what does it ...
We Could Never Afford To Adopt
We had many questions and fears when we began considering adoption. We thank God that those obstacles didn't keep us from?the gift of our sweet little boy! But those fears and questions matter-they shouldn't be ignored. I want to take a closer look at one of the main thoughts that can prevent us ...
Birth Mother’s Perspective: Karen’s Story
Karen and her husband, Dirk, are one of my sweet?CAC?couples. Karen is a compassionate adoptive mom and she's also a courageous birth mother. When I asked her if she might be willing to share her story, Karen quickly responded,?"I would be honored to share my story as a birth mom. I pray it will ...
Adoptee Perspective: Sarah’s Story
I am so honored that Sarah was willing to share some of her story here. The way that God has worked in her life and heart and is using her to affect the lives of many others is breathtaking. I met Sarah several years ago when she was attending our church. Since then, she has gotten married and she ...
2 Things to Consider As You Name Your Child
There is just something magical about naming a child, isn't there? I remember as a young girl, dreaming about names for my "someday babies." Choosing a name for your child is such an important, beautiful gift and responsibility. It's also a complex, weighty, and emotional decision when you're ...
BRIAN AND JENN’S ADOPTION STORY
BRIAN AND JENN'S ADOPTION STORY God weaves so many intricate details together to intersect the life of one specific mother in crisis with the lives of one specific waiting adoptive family, all for the sake of one specific child. It blows me away. No two stories are identical and yet each ...
