Top ten things have come to realize while my dossier has been in Rwanda now for almost 13 months…
1) I am a control freak. Never thought this before. Something I am in process of trying to overcome.
2) God wants me transformed into who he made me to be. This doesn’t necessarily happen overnight. I need a lot of repetition.
3) I am so much more aware of the needs of others outside the US….in particular, the vulnerable.
4) I realize how much I have and how little I actually give.
5) It is not about how will I do God’s will…..it is about will I do God’s will for my life?
6) I need God. Period.
7) It is sooooo not about me. This adoption isn’t about me. It is ALL about God using me and my family to bring him Glory.
8) I have to give me heart to God, not just my prayers request and good deeds.
9) The wait is so much harder than I thought it would be.
10) God has placed a passion in my heart for orphans. This desire will continue long after we bring our boy home…not sure how it will manifest itself yet, but this is only the beginning.
This post brings tears to my eyes, Sherry. I am so sad that you’ve had to wait this long and just so proud and impressed at the way you have handled it. I can’t wait for your gotcha day video, friend. It is going to happen. xoxo
God bless you, Sherry!
We are praying for your wait and our hearts are aching for news. May you continue to rest in his plan – it is a beautiful thing! I’m sure that you would never have chosen to be in the lead role as “waiting adoptive parent”, but you have consistently pointed to the Lord and his strength.
Sherry,
I want to echo what Sarah said. You have been such a great example to those of us right behind you. You have repeatedly and consistently given praise to our God during such a long, hard wait. I know that He is teaching me many of the same lessons that you have listed. I think number one on my list would be that He must be the goal…not our third child. I know that you are eagerly anticipating your approval and referral. We are praying daily, hourly, minute to minute for news! What a day of rejoicing that will be!! Much Love, Laura
I agree with Sarah and Laura – you are a good example for us. We’re so thankful for you and your family and cannot WAIT to see his sweet little face. Praying also, all the time.