Table of Nations

My posts have a tendency to be feast or famine.  So here goes my second one for the day:
A while ago my sweet friend Amy( Treasures in Jars of Clay) was over and I mentioned my fascination with race.  What I really meant is fascination with physical characteristic differences since I do believe that we are all descendants of Adam then Noah.  She shared a must listen sermon with me by Voddie Baucham.  I wrote it down on my to do list, but just got to it today in part by her recent encouragement on her "Challenged" post.  So, while I was busy stuffing fall party craft bags, I listened to this awesome sermon that really is a MUST LISTEN.  I challenge you to click here Table of Nations and listen.  (By the way, Table of Nations; what's that about?....one race)

Meeting Gabe

This past Saturday, Doria and I headed up to Chicago to meet Gebre (Gabe), the man who along with his wife started the orphanage where our children are.  It was great to actually meet him and hear of all God is doing for the people of Mekelle through him. You can actually see pictures of the orphanage and learn more about his work by going to www.hope4ethiopia.org.

Thanks Sasha for sharing your home.  It was a joy to meet you.  What a neat family you have!!!

Waiting

Waiting !!!  This is where we are right now in our adoption process.  We are waiting to hear of our court date which will determine our first travel dates.  The courts are reopen now and I was hopeful that we would have already heard by now.  Our social worker told me it would take awhile, so be patient.  I'm trying, but it's hard.  I just want to know when.  I can't wait to meet them, hold them and get to know them.  God, pour down your Spirit upon them.  Give them strength, peace and hope.

Surprise Gift from GG

My grandma, Doria's great grandma (GG), surprised us with these beautiful handmade scarves two days ago.  The colors are my favorite!!  Thanks GG!!!  You inspire me!   I hope to be able to bless my grandkids with handmade goodies someday when I am about 90.  I better get learning!  And yes, my girl has me matched in height.  My oldest has me beat!  Where does the time go? 

Night With the Chapmans

 We enjoyed a great evening with dear friends Matt and Courtney listening to and being inspired by the Chapman family.  Steven Curtis Chapman was the first Christian concert I ever saw and I have loved his music ever since.  They have an amazing adoption story that played no small role in encouraging us to pursue the same.  You can find out more about this awesome family at www.showhope.org  

Donaldson Doings

Cross Country

Colts

God Touches Another Heart

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Will be praying for you Matthew West Family...God's a Stirrin'