Ephesians Week 6

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 Ephesians 5   5  1  Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children   2  and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. 3  But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people.   4  Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving.   5  For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a person is an idolater—has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. [ a ]   6  Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath comes on those who are disobedient.   7  Therefore do not be partners with them. 8  For you were once darkness, but now you are light i...
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Happy Mother's Day!. The pain and the joy...

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Mother's Day can be quite a painful day for people.  We have had years of infertility and times of losing babies through miscarriages.  Through that time, Mother's Day brought tears...unfullfilled dreams...and longings.  ..Not understanding God's plan.   In 2001, I brought home my beautiful Madline from Russia.  I finally felt my arms were full and Mother's Day was no longer painful.  Even now, almost 10 years later, I hurt for those who long to be moms.  

In 2002, I gave a talk at an adoption seminar.  I was one of a few speakers trying to encourage others to adopt.  I wanted to let them know that adoption is NOT second best!  I did want them know that ..like natural childbirth..it isn't without pain.  Here is part of my talk from back in 2002. 

" I want to say a few words to those of you who choose adoption, because like me, you struggled with infertility and miscarriages and just wanted a baby of your own to love.  I found some wonderful words of wisdom that hold much truth and I would like to share them with you.

 Couples experiencing infertility often receive well meaning but insensitive "advice".
We can all list the most popular ones:
"Just relax and you'll get pregnant,” or "adopt and you'll get pregnant" or the most painful from those who think they have the goods on Gods plan: "Maybe God never meant for you to have children." 

What do I think God meant when he gave me infertility? I think he meant for my husband and I to grow closer, become stronger, love deeper. I think God meant for us to find the fortitude within ourselves to get up every time infertility knocks us down.  No, God never meant for me not to have children. That's not my destiny; that's just a fork in the road I am on.

I've been placed on the road less traveled, and like it or not, I'm a better person for it. Clearly, God meant for me to develop more compassion, deeper courage, and greater inner strength on this journey to resolution, and I haven't let Him down.

Frankly, I think God singled me out for special treatment. I think God meant for me to build a thirst for a child so strong………. and so deep ……………that when that baby is finally placed in my arms, it will be the longest…………. Coolest………….., most refreshing drink I have ever known.
While I would have never chosen infertility, I cannot deny that a fertile woman could never experience the joy that I know awaits me. Yes, one way or another, I will have a baby of my own. And the next time someone wants to offer me unsolicited advice, I'll say, "Don't tell me what God meant when He handed me infertility. I already know.”

Here is a photo of me…the moment I received my ‘refreshing drink”….


God didn’t let me down   .    I now want to invite you into the foyer to ask questions to the many agencies and start your quest for your baby.  I also want to invite you to talk to the different charities and discover how giving so little can help so much.  Thank you for coming."


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