My heart is so filled with joy because of the good work of our faithful God! My sister Johanna and her husband Matt have been praying that the Lord would see fit to bless them with a child for the past couple of years. For God's glory and for the good of Matt and Johanna, He chose not to answer that prayer. They began to consider the possibility of adoption (with perhaps a little bit of encouragement from me).
Here's the story...
On Monday Matt and Johanna met with an attorney to discuss the possibility of a private, local adoption. They were both excited about the opportunity and warming up to the idea of adopting, but were choosing to wait and pray just a little bit longer. On Friday of the same week, the attorney called and informed them that while she did not want to pressure them into making a decision, she might have a possible match. She asked them to write a letter to the birth mom, as well as put together a picture collage of their life and family. In most cases. this would be no big deal, but Matt was in Florida and Johanna was in Colorado in the midst of the busiest wedding weekend in history. Separated by a two hour time difference, they completed their "homework" at 12:30 AM (2:30 AM Florida time!) on Monday. The attorney then presented four families letters and pictures to a young lady who was to choose the family she would like to raise the baby she is carrying. And by God's overwhelming grace, Matt and Johanna were chosen! So in the course on one week, the Lord confirmed their decision and answered their prayer... All before a contract was even signed! How awesome is that?
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