April and I just received an incredible email; it said that our donation goal had been reached. I logged into the donation website and read a name that I did not recognize. Someone we don't know personally, just donated the balance of our adoption. I'm in a little shock right now. This feels a little like one of those angel encounters where they have to tell you "don't be afraid."
It has been humbling to write in the blog about how much the adoption costs and it's been humbling setting up the donation and t-shirt fundraiser. It's extremely humbling knowing someone has sacrificed financially so we can share God's love. It gives me so much joy knowing April and I did not do this on our own. Previously, I had greedily asked God to help me with "my" adoption, like I was in control. My new way of thinking is asking God how can I be used in this adoption. He let us pay for some of it and endure the paperwork but through it all, God has been in control.
I need to tell others about this. If only I can get through it without crying. Thank you, Lord.
This is touching my soul in a brand new way. I can feel why pastors preach and missionaries go on missions (local and abroad), that's where they were called and that's where they experience God. I'm experiencing God. And all I can do at this moment is be quiet and still, I'm currently caught up in the Awe phase.
I love this story, not just the money part, but the entire adoption journey.
That's beautiful Joe. You have such a big soft heart, not sure I ever realized just how big and how soft until just now reading your post. I love you brother! You are my hero in many ways. I love April, Caedmon, and Annabelle too.
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