Monday, January 17, 2011

Blessed!

    Today.....God blessed our lives beyond belief!  He gave a smile to a little boy's face and restored hope in his heart.  I am overwhelmed with joy......and I stand in awe of His glory once again!  I know that my Redeemer lives and still works miracles.  Today, Davids social worker spent time with him and shared the story of the thousands of prayer warriors across the United States.  James 5:16, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."  I KNOW that your prayers called out for Davids and brought him to our family.  I wish that I could tell each of you how much I appreciate your prayers, offerings and unconditional love for "the least of these."
    Ines, his social worker gave him a photo of our family and told him how much we already love him.  I will share the pictures of his precious face when he found out that he will have a forever family.  GOD IS GOOD!  I cannot wait to talk with Peter and share with him the news of his brother.   My heart is so full and I love my precious Savior.  What a friend we have in Jesus.  Now we wait for all the final arrangements to be made for travel.  Psalm 130:5 " I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope."  Please pray as we wait for the day we can be together as a family.

 
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68 comments:

  1. KatJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Praise God! His mercy abounds...His blessings...wow! PRAISING GOD HERE!!!!!

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  2. AGoodKindOfCrazyJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Absolutely amazing!!!

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  3. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I love it! May I copy this as an update on Davids?

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  4. "Are These Kids All Yours?"January 17, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I have shared the news with all those that were praying from my blog. I can not tell you HOW JOYOUS WE ALL ARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HOW BIG OUR GOD IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HOW AWESOME THIS LIVING BREATHING TESTIMONY IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just praising God for your faithfulness and for HIS perfect timing!!!

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  5. Intentional Living HomesteadJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Praise God!!

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  6. halysJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Praise God indeed!
    Thank you for sharing with us!

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  7. To God Be the GloryJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Please pass this post along!!

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  8. mamaluv5January 17, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    What an incredible journey adoption is.....our adoption into God's loving family and the amazing children that He gifts us to join ours!! I pray God continues to move mountains, next one, travel! Praise you Abba, may He pour out His blessings over you & your family!!!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    We are overjoyed with the news. Thank you for sharing the precious photos of him as he received the news. God is such a sweet Father to all of us. His mercies are never ending!!!

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  10. ToniJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    I don't even know what to say. His joy.....well, it's the most VISUAL image I've EVER seen of sheer JOY! This boy simply wanted a family to love him. And he is clearly ECSTATIC that he will have one. Oh, how beautiful.
    Blessings,
    Toni, adoptive mom of four.

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  11. LoraJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    WONDERFUL NEWS!!!! He is such a precious child, my heart is so full knowing this little boy who I have been thinking of and praying for since I first read his story is going to come and be part of your family!

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  12. We Are FamilyJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    PRAISE THE LORD!
    PRAISE THE LORD!
    PRAISE THE LORD!

    NOTHING IS TO DIFFICULT FOR JESUS, NOTHING!

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  13. RenaeJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    So amazing to watch this all come together! Praying your boys home:)!

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  14. Amy...who wanted 4.January 17, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    To God be the glory!!!!!
    Just beautiful!!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Ohhhh, what wonderful joy! All praises to our Lord!!!!

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  16. Michelle, Mike, Michael & BrettJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    I am so happy that I am in tears!! You saved Davids!! and Peter!! God Bless your family!!

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  17. ACKJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    I am so happy to hear about how davids reacted about the great news. If you want to look at my page it is drpepperdrinker so its like ur address but you subsitute the word to mine.

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  18. SpudsnsalsaJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Oh that second picture says it all!!! I too say YES...FINALLY!!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us this moment we all prayed would come for Davids.
    Suz

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  19. Kristi JJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    OH, praise God..so happy for you all and for Davids..so awesome...kristi

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  20. The Adoption Journey of Baby KingJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    I love the last picture! Thank you so much for sharing.

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  21. beBOLDjenJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    So happy! Thanks very much for sharing the photos with us! We'll be following along on your journey to Peter and Davids.

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  22. David and LarisaJanuary 18, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Hallelujah! We are so thrilled about this! We have been praying for God to intervene in this situation, and we stand in awe of the way He works! May God be with your family in every single moment.

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  23. hartelijkJanuary 18, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    Too amazing for words!
    Thank you Father!!!!
    Many blessings as this story unfolds...

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  24. Tisha AlexanderJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    Those pictures are amazing! I am sure they did your heart so good to see a sweet smile on his face. Praying he gets home soon!

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  25. EricaJanuary 18, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    The pictures tell the story. What an awesome God we serve. Praying for Davids and your family as you complete the remainder of his journey home.

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  26. KatieJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    So awesome.

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    This brings tears to my eyes. Pure joy in him! He deserves it all...may the world be his to explore and love. Bless you all, Theresa

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  28. ChristyJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Hurray - so wonderful to see the family God used to answer that prayer! I was praying and following Davids' story. God is amazing! I praise His Holy name! :)

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  29. BKesslerJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    God is good!!!!!!!

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  30. JenJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    The smile on his face says it all! We have an AMAZING God!

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  31. RebekahJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    His smile is priceless. Once again I am in tears as I praise our magnificient Savior, who hears the prayers of His people and does not forget the brokenhearted. We (even our 5 year old sons) continue to pray for you all!

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  32. jenniferJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    This is just awesome!! Our God is an awesome God!! What an amazing testimony. I am so happy for all of you!!

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  33. Katie raynJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Praise be to God! Love the pictures! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  34. DianeJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    What a beautiful post!! I too, prayed that David(s) would find a family and he has. It just goes to show, that God hears our every prayer...whether it's said by a teen, a thirty year old, or an 8 yr. old. May he be a blessing to your life!! :-)

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  35. SusanJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I came here from Building the Blocks blog, and wanted to congratulate you on your upcoming adoptions. May the paperwork move swiftly, so that your two sweet boys can be with you soon. I'm so thankful you were able to answer the call for Davids. I prayed that a family just like yours would be able to step forward for him. Best wishes!

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  36. StaceyJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Praise God! All the Glory goes to Him for moving mountains! God is good and amazing! YEAH for everyone! Cannot wait to see when Peters & Davids meet! They will have a special bond! Blessings to you all!

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  37. AmandaJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Bawling my eyes out right now. Praise God!

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  38. "T"January 18, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Beautiful

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  39. GingerJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Oh please crop and enlarge that last photo. So excited for you all! And for Davids.
    To God be the glory!

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  40. AngJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Just a quick whisper to sing praises to our God for His mighty work. To Him alone...

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  41. Boy oh Boy oh Boy!January 18, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Those pictures are amazing! Brought tears of joy to my eyes! Praise God!

    Blessings,
    Amy

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  42. NatalieJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Awesome! I love that God hears are prayers and care for each one of us!

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  43. MandyJanuary 18, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Praise God, Praise God!!!! I can't think of any other words to say!

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  44. Mamato10January 18, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I was so hoping to see a picture like this! Oh what a grand day :D

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  45. KellyJanuary 18, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    That last picture has me sitting here in tears. I will continue to pray for your family that all goes well.

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  46. UnknownJanuary 18, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I have chills from head to toe!!! Praise GOD for that beautiful smile on his sweet face!!!!

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  47. MonicaJanuary 18, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    I read on Rainbow kids that you were still in need of funds for the travel, etc. Is that still the case? If so, to whom should we send checks?

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  48. AmyJanuary 18, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    What wonderful pictures! I am so glad that Davids has a family and that all the prayers for him have been answered. God is so good! I had prayed for Davids and I feel a real connection to your family because we just got pre-approval to adopt a second son from China who is aging out this year and has been wanting a family so very badly as well. I am hoping my son found out this weekend that he too has a family coming. I will definitely enjoy following your blog and I will keep your whole family in my prayers.

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  49. IP JourneyJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Wow! Amazing! Praise God! What a blessing to hear your family and Davids story!

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  50. TracyJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    SO happy and Thankful!!! So many prayers were sent for Davids family to find him. God is an awesome God. He is so faithful!!!

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  51. christinaJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    our whole family is overjoyed!!!!!!!!! what great pictures! so excited!!!! praise the Lord!

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  52. JAMBAJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Wow!! Brings tears to my eyes to see Davids so happy. Your family is doing an amazing thing for Peter and Davids and I hope someday to help others the way you have. Praying for your family during this transition and for Davids and Peter as they come to a new country.

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  53. JessicaJanuary 18, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    I am so happy that he knows you are coming for him!! I hope that this puts his mind at rest and his heart at peace. I can't wait to watch him become a part of your family! Praise the Lord!!

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  54. BlessedMom62January 18, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Congrats! I'm SOOOOOOOO happy for both you and Davids!!! He is so cute, reminds me of my youngest son! I can't wait to read of when you bring him home!

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  55. SylviaJanuary 19, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Congratulations. Prayer coming here from Australia too.

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  56. Linda GoodnessJanuary 19, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    So happy for you and blessed by your desire to follow the calling of Christ. We also had a story like Davids that brought us to our journey to our daughter Kristina. If you ever want to connect, our blog is goodnessadoption.blogspot.com
    Congratulations on your growing family.

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  57. The McGuire FamilyJanuary 19, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    My family has been praying for Davids. We are so happy and amazed at how God moves. We love the pictures! I can't wait to see him united with your family. Thanks for updating.

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  58. Michelle ZJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Congratulations! :) The pictures are AMAZING.

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  59. UnknownJanuary 19, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    God is so awesome!!!! I am so happy to hear that you are going to adopt Davids! His story brought me to tears when I read it and I have prayed so hard that God would give him the perfect home - and to hear that he will have a Latvian brother, Peter, is icing on the cake! I will be following your blog to keep up with their stories - thanks for posting pictures!

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  60. purple squirrelJanuary 19, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    This is so marvelous!
    Just a quick question... do you have a "Funds" status update? I have been making some bracelets to sell to donate to your adoption fund. Was wondering how close that miraculous amount was to being complete as well.

    Thanks, and many prayers and blessings upon you all! :)

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  61. KarinJanuary 19, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Oh my goodness...that is the most precious picture of him with his arms in the air in excitement about getting his family. LOVE IT!!!! And that smile in the first picture...wow. God is sooo good!!

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  62. ~Growing Up With Kazakhstan's Grisha~January 19, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    My son was sad that Davids couldn't be his brother, but will be so happy for him that his forever family found him before he aged out!! Thank God!!

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  63. SharonJanuary 20, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing Davids happiness with all of us! Praise God!!! :)

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  64. Blessed Mom of Four AND MoreJanuary 20, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    He hath done GREAT things!

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  65. RedeemedmamaJanuary 20, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    MAGNIFICENT!!!

    So inspiring. What a sense of relief for all concerned. God has comforted and answered prayers of thousands of people by answering the prayer of this boy! Thank you for following God's call on your life.

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  66. Mike and BarbJanuary 20, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Just found your blog after hearing about Davids last week. These pictures are priceless, and I'm so happy for him and you! Many blessings to you, and prayers for strength on this journey that will most likely be very hard at times. God's mercy WILL cover you!
    Barb

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  67. Jill from Killeny GlenJanuary 20, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    AN AMAZING answer to prayer!
    SO happy to see these photos!
    Thank you for sharing them!

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  68. Afamily4HimJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Hallelujah, what a Savior !!!

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