Friday, March 20, 2009

Time for Prayer

We are now at the beginning of our journey to Africa to get our 4 children. The Lord is, has been, and will be so faithful thru it all. The Bible says we need to come to Him; Ask and it will be given. So, we come before Him to ask for many things.

* Prayers for the safety of N, A, N and K. Lord, you know their immediate needs and their future ones. Protect them, please.
* Prayers for their health. All medical reports have come back and all children seem ok- to us. Keep them healthy Lord. Give us peace that the medical reports are true.
* Finances- We need wisdom as to how to get the money we need for this adoption. So much for planning ahead! We need $23,750 to go with the Dossier (hopefully mid April), and another $20-27,000 (about) before we travel to get the kids (praying for July). That is a lot of cash on hand for us but not for our Lord. He will provide the exact amount at the exact time from the exact location. Please Lord give us wisdom!
We also need a 15 passenger van. . If anyone knows someone selling one please tell us.
* Prayer for the adjustment of 4 children to our family. Prepare the hearts of J, K, and J for their siblings. THey are so excited!
* Prayers for the chlildren to learn some English and /or know our voice when we see them (Can't wait for that day!).
* Prayers for Dan and I to be at peace and continue to seek the Lord's direction daily when making decisions for the whole process.
* Prayers for the dossier to get completed in His timing.
* Prayers for their hearts to hear about our Lord Jesus. They are in a muslim orphanage. AHH!

2 comments:

  1. My prayers are with your entire family. I know God will provide for you and keep your children safe. I will keep my eyes open for deals for the kids.

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