Maybe….probably not.

We finally heard from the agency and by the sound of it the birth parents are going to parent the baby. They have been back and forth, but this will probably come down to the after the baby is born. But as for us, we can't hold on to that and must look forward for the next situation. But we will continue to pray for them and their family to do what's best. Maybe we were just supposed to get to know them so we would pray for themJ If so, then all this was worth it. I ganentee they've had more prayers in the last 7 days than ever before! We are relieved to know something and move forward. This is definitely a wild ride. I didn't know I could feel so many different emotions in a week. But as of right now, I have peace, and a very nice calm feeling about this whole situation. This must be "that peace that surpasses all understanding" that I read aboutJ

Romans 8:28

²⁸ And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who^[a] have been called according to his purpose

Praying

Thank you to everyone who has been praying for us. I can definitely feel the peace of God over us the last two days. I wish I had an idea of where we stand today with this situation but I don't have a clue about which direction this will go. Thanks to everyone who has called, texted, or emailed. We appreciate your excitement and support and can't wait to have good news for everyone. Your prayers mean the world to us and reading these verses below has been very calming to us. Thank you so much!

Here are some of the verses that we are trying to remember and hold on to:

Hope:

"For I know the 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." Jeremiah 29:11

Peace:

You will keep him in perfect peace,
whose mind is stayed on you,
because he trusts in you. Isaiah 26:3--
(Thanks for that verse Eric :)

6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Patience:

4 Delight yourself also in the LORD;
And He shall give you the desires of your heart; Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him--Psalm 37:4, 7

Waiting

Waiting is not fun. I just wanted to have a little update or some information on what's happened since our conversation with them. I left a couple messages for different people at the agency and after we waited all day finally at 8:45pm when we were sitting in the movie theater to watch Kung Fu Panda 2, and the phone rang from the agency. I ran out of the movie and took the call. Basically, they are still leaning toward us but still having a hard time with making the definite decision. I admire them for taking the time they need, and I feel for them right now. My anxiety and stress level is high, but I'm sure it is nothing compared to theirs. Just praying for them to find peace in any decision they make. I finally have peace from just talking to someone about it. I will keep praying for this to unfold according to God's plan and hopefully sleep better tonight.

No word.

We haven't heard anything from the agency yet. We waited all day and never got a call. This is very stressful, but I can't imagine what they are going through and how hard their decision is. I feel for them and pray for them to have peace with their choice, no matter what it is. I pray that they will get the answers they need from God on what's best for them. I don't know what will happen and just hope that they are okay and that the baby is okay. Waiting is never fun or easy. Not sure what to think. Just tired and my heart is aching for them. We just want whatever is God's plan is for us, nothing more, nothing less. Once again, we realize we have no control and it's out of our hands. Humbling for sure.

Conference Call!

 

Tonight we had a conference call with Francina and Joey who are soooo nice. The call lasted 36 min and we talked about hobbies and their hopes and dreams for r the baby. We had a lot in common and they were so easy to talk to. We shared about our faith in God, which was #1 for both of us! They were so precious and sweet and want the very best for this baby. They are going to talk about it tonight and pray together and let the agency know tomorrow morning. We were so nervous before the call and now I feel like it's the night before Christmas, with peace and joy and excitement. I know that God has his hand in this and that is the most comfort I could ever ask for. I am sooooo grateful and thankful for all of you who have been sincerely praying for us today! I cannot thank you enough. Your prayers were answered and now we just have to continue to pray for Francina and Joey to have wisdom and make the right decision, whatever that may be.

2nd Call!

Today we got another call from Heart to Heart in Utah!  There is a family in TN who needs to find a home for their baby boy.  The baby is due June 9th but the mom went to the doctor today and is dilated to a 3.  So, they are wanting to find a family fast!  They mailed our profile to them today and will hopefully reach them tomorrow.  If they choose us we will need to be in TN very soon!  We are trying not to get too excited but that's nearly impossible.  Just prayer.  That's all we can do.  If she doesn't choose us then that must not be our baby.  Either way I'll be praying for this family and the family they choose.  If you're reading this, please pray for us and for them.  What a difficult and yet amazing choice they are making. I don't even have words to describe how I feel and I'm sure they are feeling something like that.

Lord, please give this couple wisdom and peace as they make their decision for their baby boy.  Please help all of us to get through this.  May your will be done.  -Amen

Update on 1st Call:

We were not chosen by this birth mom, but we are not sad or disappointed. We really believe that God has this all under control and that is the best feeling ever! I can't imagine going through this without knowing Jesus. Perfect Peace is how I describe our adoption right now. Excited for the next call:) It could be the ONE!

1st Call!

 

We have had our first official call from an agency today! So excited and apparently I can't sleep. The birth mom will see our profile tomorrow. Praying, praying, and praying for her decision and for God's will to be done for everyoneJ