by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Feb 27, 2022 | Adoption Prayer, adoption wait
No one likes to wait. Whether you’re waiting for your bus or waiting in line at the grocery store, waiting feels like you’re wasting time. When you’re in the process of waiting to be chosen as a parent by a birth mother, the delay can be even...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Feb 13, 2022 | Adoption Prayer
The Oxford dictionary defines desperation as “a state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behavior.” We have examples in the Bible of desperation, but we also have examples of anticipation. While desperation is related to...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jan 30, 2022 | Adoption, Adoption journey
When you’re in the process of adopting a child, you’ll probably experience a wide range of emotions. One minute you’ll feel excited about bringing home your child, and in the next minute, you’ll feel overwhelmed by the administrative work....
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jan 16, 2022 | Adoption journey, Adoption Prayer
Praying for our friends is one of the most important things we can do as Christians. It’s easy to get caught up in our own needs, but praying and interceding for others is just as important. The Bible speaks of the importance of friendship and being a good friend. We...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Jan 2, 2022 | Domestic Adoption
In domestic infant adoption, you’ll likely meet your baby for the first time at the hospital, right after he or she is born. Many adoptive couples feel like they’ve been anxiously waiting for this day for an eternity. Finally, your prayers for the family...