We are not on the road to Kansas, we are not going to bring this little boy home.
Yesterday we learned that there might be a problem, and this morning the Lord confirmed that this was not the baby that he has for us.
I am sure you are curious and maybe want to know more details, but that's all we want to share for right now. Know that we still care about this baby, and that it was ultimately the birth mother's decision to disengage from the adoption.
Adoptions fail. Often. We knew that, but it is still hard when it happens to you. Yes, we still want to adopt, still hope to adopt.
Please ask God to comfort us (the kids too) and to give us confidence in Him as we move forward from here.
22 comments:
Laura, my heart broke for all of you when I read this! You're right in all that you say, but still it must be incredibly painful. I will pray for all of you this morning.
I know how excited you, Matt and the kids were about this baby boy. In the midst of heartbreak, it's hard to believe that the Lord always has a purpose. My prayer for you will be for strength and peace as you face the challenges before you.
Much love.
Melanie
We will be praying for you. We know that it is hard to not have things go like we hoped or planned, but you are right God does have it all in control and it will turn out better than we can imagine. Marc and Jennifer
We are so sorry to hear this news. We are asking God to comfort you with the peace that passes all understanding and that he would guard your hearts and minds against the lies of the devil. Know that He knows the name of the little one you will call your own. He sees each tear that falls and He hears you when you call out to Him. Take rest in Him for He cares for you! We love you and are praying with earnest!
Laura - really not sure what to say. I am deeply saddened for this loss. Know we are praying for you all and are (if not in presence) in spirit coming along side you to support you through this time. Will pray for comfort and discernment for you all - especially as you both face questions from the kids as they try to understand this.
dear friends, grieving with you and praying that God would give you peace and comfort in the days to come. Praying for your children as well.
Laura, my heart broke when I read your blog today. This has to be hard, and we will continue to pray for you and your family. But we are so thankful that your family was faithful to pray for this little boy with those construction paper strips: that he would like brownies, that he would grow up to love Jesus, etc. We know that God used you to stand in the gap for him. Randall & Cheryl
Oh Lord give Matt and Laura wisdom and comfort. I am sure the feel as they just lost their child. You are our comforter.
so sorry friends... thinking of you often.
I am so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura, I am so sorry! Know that we are thinking of you and grieving with you through this process. Our hearts break for your loss.
Much love,
The Flythe Family
Oh Laura, I'm so sorry. Praying for your family during this waiting time. Love, Julie
Prayers & hugs to you.
Laura,
I'm so sorry! I know God has a BIG PLAN for you and I am so happy I get to follow along!
HUGS!
Jen
This must be really hard for you all and I am thinking about you during this hard and challenging time!
we've been following your adoption process, and been excited along with you. we'll pray with you now for comfort and peace that transcends understanding.
-Casey & Cristina Adams
So sad for you all as you mourn this loss! I know you know the truth of what the Lord has for you, but...not easy. Call me again if you want to talk- would love to if you want. Am really feeling this loss with you ...
Laura -- so sorry to hear this news. I know your heart had already reached out to this child. Know the Lord has something great for you and can't wait to find out who it is!
Praying for you, Karis
"'For I know that plans I have for you' says the Lord, 'They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.'" Dear ones, this is God's promise for you as a family AND for this precious little boy for whom you and so many others have been pressing in for months. God is honoring, and WILL continue to honor, the ways in which you have poured yourselves out for this child's sake and for the sake of His Kingdom. May God replenish and restore ALL that you have offered so willingly and graciously in His name. We love you so very much and are sitting along beside you on the mourner's bench.
Much love, prayers and blessings...
Aunt Beth and Uncle Kelly
James and Maddie
"Ignorance of Providence is the greatest of all miseries, and the knowledge of it the highest happiness."...John Calvin
Praying that the reality of God's sovereign care will bring you comfort as you deal with this loss. May He comfort you and grant you patience and faith and courage!
Love, Kristin Pauls
"Ignorance of Providence is the greatest of all miseries, and the knowledge of it the highest happiness."...John Calvin
Praying that the reality of God's sovereign care will bring you hope as you deal with this loss. May He comfort you and bring you patience and courage!
Love, Kristin Pauls
Praying God's peace and comfort for all of you! We love you!
Post a Comment