Then Jesus said, "Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?"
--John 11:40

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Praying Like Crazy....

Something has been happening.  I've been feeling a "change" inside.  I feel like I shouldn't actually be posting it on the blog, but then again....why not?  I believe that God is moving right now and that He is working on something big.  Over the past week, I've shifted from having feelings of doubt, fear, frustration, and discouragement (although fighting them 100% because I know where they are coming from!) to feelings of expectation, anticipation, joy, and another feeling that is very difficult to put into words.  It is kind of like my heart is swelling up and about to explode out of my chest.  I have this intense longing to bring my "boys" home.  It is hard to give an update on what is going on because I don't have answers.  All I can say is that God is working and I believe He is working miracles behind the scenes. 

I asked for prayers a few months ago about "C" and there was an entire team praying.  Since then, I believe everyone, except ME, has given up thinking that there is a chance that he will be coming to our family.  I still believe.  I will continue to believe until God tells me no.  If that happens, I will accept it, but until that day comes, I will continue fighting for this young man with everything I've got!  Why, you  might ask?  The only answer I can give you is "because I've been told to!".  We're running off a long-shot right now.  Our home study is with his worker and him.  We're just waiting to hear back.....  That is why I'm praying like crazy.  Praying that this mountain will move and this young man can have a family and a chance.  He's been looking for a permanent home for over 3 years now and has given up hope.  My desire is that God will allow our family to be used for Him to work through us to restore this young man's hope. 
I've debated on whether or not to post the following, but we've had this hanging on our fridge for months.  This is a poster that the young man drew.  Please click here to view it and PLEASE join us in praying for him! 

2 comments:

  1. Very sobering poster. God's timing is so hard to understand at times. God knows your heart and your desire to obey Him. I love how you pray expectantly! May the Lord direct your heart into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. II Thessalonians 3:5

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  2. I think the poster shows the urgency of the need and the reason for my strong emotions (primarily frustration). I want to go rescue these kids right now, but have to remind myself that God's timing is perfect.

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