Our Boatload of Dreams.....

Welcome to Our Place Called Simplicity.

We invite you into our lives with one goal in mind: that you would be encouraged to live simply and truly love one another.

Married for 33 years, we are the parents of many. Eleven {so far} children. Eight of whom are adopted. We also have four sons and a daughter that we are parents of in Uganda as well. They were raised on the streets and had no parents until we "adopted" them 3+ years ago. So we really have sixteen children total {with more on the way}.

After 7+ weeks in Uganda, Emma {18} and I recently returned to the United States with our newest addition - a baby girl named Ruby Grace. Dw and Emma were leading a missions team in June 2011 where they had the privilege of meeting Ruby - a tiny 11 month old gem weighing only 6 lbs.

Our oldest daughter Abigail and her husband finally{!} allowed us the privilege of being Mimi and Jaja by bringing us our very first grand baby {from Uganda}...making us now, officially, a multi-generational adoptive family. Proof that adoption is a very, very good thing!

We've had the privilege of adopting our treasures from all over the world, some dubbed "special needs" we are convinced that the only TRUE special need a child has is to have a family.

Our peers are empty nesters, but we are certain that given this option to any orphan - "old mom and dad" or "no mom and dad", all would still vote for the old ones. So here we are - the old ones....doing it again....

If you are need of encouragement or wonder if God is able to move your mountain, please head over to the sidebar where Special Posts are listed. Start at Our Wild Adventure Part 1. You will be reminded of Almighty God's deep love for the orphan and how He will move mountains on their behalf....we call Him the Miracle-Working, Mountain-Moving, Awe-Inspiring, Gasp-Giving God!! Yippee Jesus!!

I am humbled beyond words and ever so grateful that the Lord is fulfilling a promise He gave me way back in 1982..."making the barren woman to be at home - the joyful mother of children" (Psalms 113:9). How I praise His name!!

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

MIGHTY TO SAVE

We will modify this post - simply to say the following...   

Yes indeed, He is mighty to Save!

And that's why we call Him our Miracle-working, Mountain-moving, Awe-inspiring, Gasp-giving God.  Please join us and be part of this miracle-in-the-making!

 

99 Simply Sweet Words:

Carol said...

I'm praying and fasting…

Mr C said...

Wow wow wow

Are God is Awesome

Was playing this on my guitar just before Mrs.C read this out to me

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-08YZF87OBQ

Praying

Kjernalds in Sweden said...

I can't believe I am the first to comment, that never has happened, but I am fasting for Sarah Jane and the mountains to be moved. What an amazing testimony her story will be! I will be sure to pray for your list, especially the intestines one! Know how that goes when you are traveling and needing to get things done!

I was thinking during praying and wanted to let you know that I have missionary friends in Arua, Uganda (they are in the States at the moment to birth twins), but if they are anywhere near the bio moms tribe maybe we can start looking at some form of ministering to her and her family. Just a thought, have no idea about logistics or anything and don't have a map right now.

Blessings as you continue the journey to bring these precious treasures home. We are praying from Sweden.

Laurie

Our Family said...

Praying, praying, praying. This is only the beginning of an amazing testimony!

Heidi said...
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Mrs C said...

yes yes yes God!!

Linny or Dw, let us know the times of the meeting and we will commit to praying and worshipping the Lord through those times to back you as you're meeting.

He is a mountain moving God...
Oh how I love the Fathers heart, tears!!!

xxx

Andy and Amy said...

Praying for you today! Can't wait to see what the Lord has in mind. He is truly Mighty to Save!

Kimberly said...

I prayed for you this morning, and then started my Bible reading. The 2nd verse I read was "Enlarge your house; build an addition. Spread out your home, and spare no expense! For soon you will be bursting at the seams!" (Isaiah 54:2-3). I had to smile. I will continue to pray and I look forward to reading how God works through this situation.

Michelle said...

Fasting and praying in faith alongside you today...
Luke 1:45. Linny. Luke 1:45.

Michelle Fowler

smileysk8 said...

Fasting and praying!

Chad Candace said...

I don't know why I am still dumbfounded every time I read your blog! WOW! God is so amazing! Never a dull moment with that man. I remember you always say He is the God of last minute miracles. Or however you put it! Sarah Jane has been fasting and praying for a family. God has given her one and He will not disappoint! Praise His Holy Name! I am fasting and praying with you all!

Small Town Joy: said...

It was Sarah Jane! I am so excited! I knew God was doing something big when he woke me up to pray! I have goose bumps! I will keep praying!

Carrie said...

All I have to say is WOW GOD you are the king!
I will be praying and fasting!

yellodaisy said...

Fasting and praying in Louisiana.

Debbie said...

In tears now......will be praying!

Heather said...

Will be joining you today. God is so BIG!!! I don't know why I am always amazed at these incredible things that happen....God, please grow my faith...
I love your family, your hearts, your honesty, your boldness for Christ. Thank you, God, for allowing this amazing family to share their testimony and their lives with all of us.

Shannon said...

Oh Linny and DW....
I am fasting & praying all day long. I have to share a picture that the Lord gave to me as soon as I started praying for Sarah. She was standing at the seashore and the seas began to part just like when teh Red sea parted. Sweet Sarah walked shyly yet confidently on dry land all the way to your arms. He IS protecting her and IS making a way!!!!!
Praying hard here,
Shannon

Heather said...

I am always in awe of God and his miracles when I read your blog. Praying for Sarah Jane and the mountains to move, as well as your tummy.

Martha said...

wow!

janet said...

OKAY WOW so yesterday (tuesday) DW had said it would probally be around 10-11 mountian time that Linny would post so I got on the blog (yes I definately have PCS)thinking there would be no update yet but wanted to check anyway.... UPDATE...... SO the cool part is that I woke up around 3:30 central time thinking about and praying for you all and if I did my math right that would have been around 11:30am Uganda time..... God is so GOOD!!! praying all is going smoothly cant wait for the next update :)

Janet in Missouri

Alicia Kristina said...

Praying and fasting. HE is might to save!

Nancy said...

As I started reading your post, I began to shake, and had goosebumps...and that was BEFORE I really got into the miracle part of it! :) Oh, Linny...I will be praying, KNOWING that our God LOVES the orphan, and Sarah in particular. Cannot wait to hear the next installment of Sarah's story!!!

Hugs and love...Nancy in CT

Anita said...

PRAISE BE TO THE LORD GOD WHO IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE FAITHFUL TO MOVE MOUNTAINS!!!!!!!!

PRAYING THAT THE FAVOR OF GOD CONTINUES AND HIS PRESENCE IS FELT BY ALL INVOLVED!!!

OH I CAN'T WAIT TILL YOU CAN POST PICTURES OF YOUR TREASURES ON THEIR WAY HOME!!

Liberty Ruffles said...

Our church in Blacksburg, Va will be praying tonight!

Rachel said...

PRAYING!!!

Chrystal said...

WOW! AMAZING GOD! Praying and fasting with you!

Renee said...

Praising God for the miracles ~ Praising God and asking for you to heal....all to go well and your girls to come home..

GrumpyJaxMomOf3 said...

What an amazing story!! I have been praying, and I am thankful to have some more specific things to pray about!

The Annessa Family said...

Praising God right now! And saying a prayer that He continues to move the mountains for these girls!

Brooke
www.TheAnnessaFamily.blogspot.com

RoseHavenChronicles said...

WOW! Awesome news, Linny!

Yes, I am praying and fasting today! I actually changed my weekly fasting day to Wednesdays, so was already going to be fasting today. I am also fasting for my housing situation (details in emails). Some movement on that also expected today.

I am definitely including you & your girls in my prayers today!

Love you!
~Sharon

shanna said...

WOW, WOW, WOW...that and "GO GOD" is all I can say!

I will be praying for you guys all day and night.

I could not sleep Mon. night. I would try and sleep for 1 hour then wake up again...I finally got up and the Lord laid your girls along with you and Emma on my heart. All I can say is WOW. I am truely humbled to be able to pray you guys through this mountian.

Anxiously awaiting your next post!
Shanna

Heckert's Highway said...

I'm blown away by God's faithfulness. He does what He says He will do, and because of that, all of my days I desire to bring Glory to Him. Praise Jesus, Praise Jesus, Praise Jesus' Mighty Name!!!!! I'll be praying for your Sarah and Linny, and Sarah's birth family. God is all over this, and He will make a way!! I can't wait to hear the story:O)

We are praying the same prayer in our family for our beloved newest treasure Mia. We just received word that her 1st courtdate is on Oct 20th. The very same day that our treasure Alea was born in Kaz in 2007. I love the encouragement the Lord brings. We still have no way to bring her home, but He dropped a little promise with that court date. He brought Alea home, he will bring Mia home:O)

Lots of prayers and can't wait for an update!!!
jenn H

Kendra said...

this gave me chills. i will fast and pray with you all.

Marie said...

Praying!

connie said...

Wow, wow, wow! Only our Almighty God! I'm blown away...and yet, nothing is impossible for Him!
Praying and fasting.
He will rescue!

Feona said...

OK, so I was late this morning to meet my friend to exercise because I had to pull over in my car to check to see if your blog post was up(on my phone)! So worth it! Linny, I am amazed reading this at how it's all unfolding. ONLY God! Praying as hard as I can for all these requests today. God is mighty to save! OOooh this is giving me all kinds of shivers! :)

Courtney said...

wow. amazing. i love that you are so open with your walk of faith in adoption (and several aspects of your life). you inspire, encourage, give strength to others through this. i was one of those people woken in the middle of the night! i am honored! ;)

praying for you, emma, dw, sarah, jaja, the bm and bf. (and the rest of all that is involved!) Lord have MERCY....wow. That is some story. I can't wait to see how it all plays out.

valerie in TX said...

oh. my. goodness. I'm with Dw - still shaking my head. So, so amazing. Praying with you and for you!!

Chisum Family said...

I was just reading in Luke this morning about asking, seeking, and knocking. So I am asking that Sarah be released by her mother and uncle and given into her forever family's loving care, I am seeking that Sarah will find the desires of her heart answered, and I am knocking on the doors of heaven so that every document will be ready, every human heart will be opened and aligned with the purposes of the Father. Much grace, strength and peace to your family as you wait upon the promises of our good, good, Father to be fulfilled!

Shauna said...

With you.

Anna said...

praying. What a beautiful God we serve! (praying about the intestines as well, husband lost 20lb the 5 weeks in Ecuador adopting our little one!)

Renae said...

WOW! That's all I can say! Praying sweet friend..praying for the power of God to rest on ALL those involved in Sarah's case, and for HIM to be glorified! WOW!!!!!!

Susan said...

"At that time I will gather you; at that time I will bring you home. I will give you honor and praise among all the peoples of the earth when I restore your fortunes before your very eyes", says the Lord.

Julie Hoagland said...

Yes! Trembling with excitement....praying.....BELIEVING!

Blessings!

Patientlywaiting said...

Wow, mountains are coming down. Praying...

Hugs,
Robin

Angi said...

Yes Linny we are praying! Our God will move in a mighty way and I can not wait to see how. I will be praying steadily today (especially this evening!)

Megan @ SimplyThrifty said...

Linny, Wow!! Tears came as I read. The other day when I read your post about the grandma and other family members not wanting Sarah to leave, I prayed right then and there that their minds would be changed and that they would willingly release Sarah to be adopted by your family!! So awesome to read that that is happening!! I will continue to pray for the bio-mom and the papers to get signed so Sarah can be adopted into your beauitful family. Praise the Lord for He is mighty to save!

Laura Forman said...

Amazing!!! Praying in Alabama! :)

Lori said...

Oh. My. GOD! Can you actually believe this? Wow. Gonna be praying and praying HARD. I cannot wait to see how this one turns out, absolutely can't wait!

Jolene said...

On it!

Nadia said...

I'm sitting here at work reading on my phone and bawling :) praying for miracles right now.

Lynne said...

Linny - praying and fasting in Missouri. xoxoxo

hartelijk said...

Praying that God will have His way in all this, for Salvation and for peace.

Love
Adriana

Catherine said...

Praying, praying, praying!!

Janet said...

I am Praying! Woke up this morning with the song Oh how He loves us in my heart! Janet

Michelle said...

Praying and fasting with you all today!!! God is so good, faithful, loving, and powerful! I am praising Him for the mountain He has moved and the future ones He will move.

Molly said...

Incredible. When you replied to my facebook message the other day and asked for prayers, the gravity of Sarah's situation hit me. And now, reading this post, I just started crying. God is moving those mountains for you and we will be praying that they just keep moving.

Janet said...

Thank You Jesus that the negative comments I just read have been removed! Janet

Liz said...

Why do you keep referring to this child as an orphan when she clearly has family? Family who want her to stay with them. She is not yours to take, and if you are successful in stealing her from her family, she will grow up someday and read this blog post. Then you can pray for a way to explain to her why you felt so entitled to someone else's child.

You can keep deleting the "negative" comments, but I'm pretty sure there will be more...

Vicky said...

I love reading how God has moved mountains for sweet Sarah. Only God could do this! I pray that he continues to move in ways that can only be explained as a "God thing"

Thanks for sharing your miracles with us! What an awesome God we serve. Thanks for having a heart for the orphan and those that need to be rescued!

Ashley said...

I have been fasting and praying for Sarah Jane today. I also offered up a few quick prayers for Ruby, but my heart was burdened with praying for Sarah again and again so most of today's prayers were for her mountains to be moved! Waiting anxiously to see how Almighty God moves tomorrow to make it happen.

Martha said...

Praying and waiting to see what God will do.

Scrappy quilter said...

God is working BIG TIME and I can't wait to see what comes next for you guys. Praying as always for you. Hugs

savannahcarson said...

Praying, praying, praying!!

Mom to 4 bugs said...

Praying for you! The LORD is able and HE WILL DO IT! Thanks for taking your precious time and electricity to post for all of us. We anxiously await news of what God's doing next! (:

Lori Smith said...

Praying daily for you and waiting for more good news!
Love,
Lorisa in Greeley

Jenn said...

Deleting posts you don't agree with is so incredibly cowardly. Seems to me that you KNOW you are doing the wrong thing. YOU ARE BEING SO UNETHICAL. what a hypocrite. This is not how you save children. Tearing them away from a family that wants them. Grow up and stop hiding behind God. I'm sure he would expect so much better from you.

Janet and Kevin said...

Praying here in Indiana for you Linny all the way to Africa.

Love,
janet and gang

Sandy said...

This is amazing...I struggle with not seeing anything in my life turnout and then I read this post of your's Linny and I cry thru the whole thing seeing how the God is SO Faithful....Gives me added hope in my struggles.
Thank you soooo much for the encouragement in what God is doing to get Sarah home...
Love from NC

one + one said...

Wait, I'm confused. The child's biological family is expressing a desire to parent and you are discouraging this? I understand that there are probably a lot of factors here that you are respectfully not blogging about, but it doesn't sit quite right with me. Maybe I misunderstood?

Jamey... said...

I think that you may be missing a great opportunity to be a blessing and a gift to this child and to this family.

I don't doubt that you love her or that you would be a good family to her, but the fact is that she has a family who wants her.

You could sponsor her/them, and be the hands of Jesus ministering to them in a time of need without causing the lifelong wounds that go along with adoption.

Anita said...

She does not sound like an orphan to me. What you and your husband are doing could be considered criminal, or verging on that. Or, what this family is doing could be considered criminal~ especially since you are a biased person, and are not revealing all details. The family could be put in legal danger for dealing and negotiating with you about this child, in this manner (perhaps negligence, though they may not know their rights). It sounds like they may be dealing with you~ under duress. This entire situation, or parts of it may very well border on child-trafficking even, extortion, blackmail? I hope you are indeed following the laws in the country, because paying for a lawyer doesn't mean that you are. It is great you both have adopted children, but this particular situation sounds unethical. Perhaps someone should report this situation to both Ugandan and American authorities. Yes, money talks- but you know, I wonder what international law says, in addition to UNICEF and other child protection groups. Rethink this for you own good. There is already a legal process in place, you should not tweak it, or pressure the situation. you may be well-meaning but when you do this, what prevents others from doing the same and then later trafficking the children. You may be doing more harm than good. Follow international law. Thank you.

Faye Verquer said...

I am so saddened by the RUDE postings that have had to be removed, I am so sorry DW and Linny that your family has come up against this....just remember its all because you are doing GREAT WONDERFUL EXCITING EXTRAORDINARY AMAZING MOUNTAIN MOVING THINGS IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS!

Anita said...

She does not sound like an orphan to me. What you and your husband are doing could be considered criminal, or verging on that. Or, what this family is doing could be considered criminal~ especially since you are a biased person, and are not revealing all details. The family could be put in legal danger for dealing and negotiating with you about this child, in this manner (perhaps negligence, though they may not know their rights). It sounds like they may be dealing with you~ under duress. This entire situation, or parts of it may very well border on child-trafficking even, extortion, blackmail? I hope you are indeed following the laws in the country, because paying for a lawyer doesn't mean that you are. It is great you both have adopted children, but this particular situation sounds unethical. Perhaps someone should report this situation to both Ugandan and American authorities. Yes, money talks- but you know, I wonder what international law says, in addition to UNICEF and other child protection groups. Rethink this for you own good. There is already a legal process in place, you should not tweak it, or pressure the situation. You may be well-meaning but when you do this, what prevents others from doing the same and then later trafficking the children? Thus, you may be doing more harm than good. Follow international law. Thank you.

Two Little Birds said...

Oh my, I am totally crying - but not for your story. For the idea that you are actually trying to talk a mother and extended family into giving up their child ... the one you are calling an "orphan". You are showing them fancy pictures of your home to what... talk a mother into giving up her daughter? It does not matter what "Sarah's" story is, the God I know would never allow this to happen. HE would allow a mother to be talked into giving up her child against her will. I am a teacher to s student that was adopted at 15. She also lived in the "slums" of Ethiopia, selling toilet paper on the streets starting at age 4. Even though her life was HARD, she would not have traded her life with her beloved mother (before she died of AIDES) for anything. Never! Shame on you for using God to promote your selfish desires of gaining a daughter.

Tara said...

So, I got chills reading this blog post. Because I really did wake up in the middle of the night with you, Linny, and your two newest additions on my mind. I truly felt that God wanted me to pray for you, and I remember thinking "This is so weird, I wonder why I'm thinking about this right now?" but I went with it! I don't know if this accords with the time that you were asking God for intercession, but I think it's amazing that the Lord put you and your family on my mind in the midst of a Minnesota night! I've never commented on your blog before, but I just had to share. I hope and pray that you and your girls will be home soon!

Debbie Lister said...

Wow, what an awesome God we serve. Will be fasting and praying for your requests. Love, Debbie

the three of us said...

I wonder why you don't think that God has anything to do with the birth family wanting to keep their daughter. With them showing up in the room. With them dropping from the sky.

This breaks my heart in ten million different ways because that sweet little girl is one day going to ask you WHY you didn't let her stay with her family. She will ache for them, she will cry for them, and chances are high she will end up hating you. Feeling lost and vulnerable and alone in this world. Because of your choices.

Please, please, please reconsider this. Her family wants her. Her family WANTS her. She is not an orphan. Her family wants her (and no, I'm not talking about your family right now... although it is clear you want her as well... but she isn't yours).

PLEASE RECONSIDER.

Tammy said...

My heart goes out to the birth family and all involved. I am a Christian and an adoptive parent. I know you have not shared all the details of this story that is unfolding. So, based on what you have shared, I can only suggest that you please approach this situation with complete selflessness.

Joanne Reddell said...

YES!! WIll be praying!!

Kyra said...

If a couple of strange, rich people showed up at your door - no, at your relative's door, rather - and tried to badger her into giving up your children, I suspect you would immediately have them arrested. I believe you deserve the same. If you are so concerned about this girl (you're not, by the way, you're only concerned about YOU), you would work with a local organization to get her family back on their feet. Stop and reflect on what you are doing for just one second.

eastiopians said...

You should pray more for God's will and stop praying for your own. This post makes me sick to my stomach. You are the reason why so many of us have to fight so hard for ethics in international adoption. You will hurt the true orphans, not help, when you yourself are acting in unethical ways. I hope you can stop thinking of your own desires and look at the big picture. God is much greater than what you are doing. Much greater. I know you won't post this. But it's for your eyes anyway.

ChristyCanuck said...

I am appalled at what I have read here. How this could possibly meet the orphan definition under US visa law beggars belief. This has little to do with God. I have no doubt you will remove this post and think no more about anything that challenges your "right" to this child.

Machell said...

Praying !!!! God is mighty to save!!!

A said...

This is a complete miracle and blessing! Have enjoyed reading a huge story on Gods faithfulness. Your faith (the whole family) is amazing!!! Thank you for obeying!!
Still praying!!!!

Tracy said...

Please consider the fact that PAPs should not be involved in this process at all. Praying that you are convicted to do the right thing in this situation...God cannot do anything that will contradict his nature. Bribery contradicts his nature. In essence you are trying to bribe the family to give you their daughter by showing them pics of what type of life she will have here. That makes me cringe! What if God has plans for Sarah to change Uganda from the slums of Uganda...please without bias pray about this. I am praying for you to be convicted right now! Why not offer to pay for her school or offer to help the family by buying them a goat etc.

BCMommy said...

Putting pressure on the biological family to give up their rights is highly unethical. With our Ethiopian adoption, we are not allowed to see the family until after they have signed legal papers and the decision is made. Showing them pictures of your 'rich' American life is just plain wrong. Maybe God led them back to Sarah and He is trying to show them that His wish is for them to right the issues in their family. Maybe that is how they managed to get in and onto that couch.

Em said...

As I was praying and fasting for you today I came across this verse and it really resonated. Thought I would share with you as we fast and pray and fight for the orphan together.
Isaiah 58
6 “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen:
to loose the chains of injustice
and untie the cords of the yoke,
to set the oppressed free
and break every yoke?
7 Is it not to share your food with the hungry
and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter—
when you see the naked, to clothe them,
and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood?
8 Then your light will break forth like the dawn,
and your healing will quickly appear;
then your righteousness[a] will go before you,
and the glory of the LORD will be your rear guard.
9 Then you will call, and the LORD will answer;
you will cry for help, and he will say: Here am I.

“If you do away with the yoke of oppression,
with the pointing finger and malicious talk,
10 and if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry
and satisfy the needs of the oppressed,
then your light will rise in the darkness,
and your night will become like the noonday.
11 The LORD will guide you always;
he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land
and will strengthen your frame.
You will be like a well-watered garden,
like a spring whose waters never fail.
12 Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins
and will raise up the age-old foundations;
you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls,
Restorer of Streets with Dwellings.

13 “If you keep your feet from breaking the Sabbath
and from doing as you please on my holy day,
if you call the Sabbath a delight
and the LORD’s holy day honorable,
and if you honor it by not going your own way
and not doing as you please or speaking idle words,
14 then you will find your joy in the LORD,
and I will cause you to ride in triumph on the heights of the land
and to feast on the inheritance of your father Jacob.”
For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.

Jennifer said...

I came over to read what I'd been told was a great story and am sad to see it is now gone. What's the good news?

House of Payne said...

Praying for your whole family and especially everything happening in Uganda. It saddens me to no end that people are so far out of line that you removed the post about the orchestrated visit.
I absolutely LOVED reading how all of that came about. I thought the photo album was amazing & the whole story touched my husband's heart - especially where Sarah's uncle also wished to share his child to you.
Cyber hugs & tons of prayers from our family yo yours.
Lisa

Kim said...

Read your blog post last night, and was in tears at God's AMAZING love for his children! I returned to your blog this morning to show my husband your beautiful story and it was removed. Please repost ... God's glory is magnified each time we read your blog! Please don't let "Ugliness" steal your joy and keep you from witnessing to others. We are always so encouraged and inspired by the work you do for the Lord, and by the amazing ways HE works in your lives!Praying for your family and for your sweet baby girls!

:)De said...

I am sad that you had to take this post down. I came back to read it again as I have been praying and praising the awesome works of GOD's hands, but alas... satan did not want this mighty work to be seen. I understand and appreciate your need to protect your family, but I encourage you to STAND!! Firmly planted in what you know to be good and right. I don't want the deceiver to get one iota of satisfaction in using naysayers to negate the witness of our Miracle-working, Mountain-moving, Awe-inspiring, Gasp-giving God.

Sorry...I just can't stand that you had to take this beautiful story down.

Charity said...

I have been sooo busy at work this week (end of fiscal year) that I have missed a few days of posts. And now I'm soooo bummed that I don't get to read about the miracle! :( I love following along on your family's journey, and I am always encouraged in my faith when I read how God is working in your lives. Keep on glorifying Him! Love you guys and don't even "know" you! :)

Suzette said...

DW and Linny,
Praying for your family and for those mountains to continue to be moved. I am sad I was not able to read your story of miracles. I hope and pray that Satan does not get even one bit of satisfaction! To God be the Glory!

KHM said...

DW and Linny -

So I missed all the excitement here. I do know your heart. I also know that adoption stands at the edge of the fields of spiritual warfare. I was talking with my friend this morning about what Satan and God are both doing in this generation - and what is at risk right now.

The forces are aligned - as always I suppose - around the lives and deaths of the weakest and most helpless.

I can nearly see the fields of battle plowed and churned by the feet of opposing angelic hosts doing mighty battle.

We do our part in prayer, and in action. We have no strength, and yet somehow remain standing - because he preserves us for his service.


We have seen some of this in our own adoption - Satanic harassment for sure. I know that we will prevail only as we rely totally on Him. I have been brought to my knees empty handed before the throne over and over again, and I know I can do nothing to prevail. HE can do nothing BUT prevail.

Now I'll go back to worrying myself silly over every step along my way. God be with you and God speed to Linny and your girls.

B said...

Oh Poo! I feel like a child whose candy has been taken away! I just came back to re-read and 're-marvel' at this post. So sorry that you had to take that lovely post down.
I am praying that your hearts will be healed from this hurt and that you will not allow it to in anyway obscure your view of the miracles God is doing on your family's behalf. His beautiful, bounteous, amazing, amazing grace covers it, and us, all.

-Beth in Atlanta

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I agree. It was beautiful--God is indeed working. But I guess you have to expect comments of people who don't understand you and your motives, and the state of many children. So glad I was able to read the post while it was up and share with my family. May God continue to lead and God and bring about HIS will.

Nicole said...

I am sorry this happened. When I first read it I thought, wow that's different and then immediately got to thinking about the people I have seen in my life and how adoption has worked and didn't think twice. Praying for your family as they walk through this difficult places where we don't and never will know all the facts. Blessings..

Wendy said...

I am so happy for Karl and for your family!!! Working in health care for so many years, I have seen the true spirit of God working in the sick and injured patients. Medical science without a doubt is a wonderful thing but it is through His work of helping these health care professionals to do their work. I will always be happy when a patient or family praises me for my efforts but I will never take the credit for what He has done.
One more comment I have to say...this has been on my mind since all the troubled people attempted to hurt you. Your title of your blog says it all....A place called simplicity...doesn't that say it all? Love reading your blog...you are doing good work in God's world.
God Bless,
Wendy