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Why I Chose Adoption: A Birth Mother’s Story of Faith and Open Adoption

A Young Mom's Desperate Prayer 24 years ago, Sierra chose to make an adoption plan for her baby. At a service at her church for mothers, she shared with the congregation why she chose adoption for her unborn baby. Her testimony is powerful! You can watch it here....

How to Have Faith in God During Hard Times

Adoption is a step of faith. In our journey from childhood to adolescence to adulthood, we encounter difficulties that reshape us every day. As we face each obstacle, we begin to truly understand God's love for us. Most people considering becoming adoptive parents...

Is it True That “God Won’t Give You More Than You Can Handle”?

Question: "I'm pregnant, but we're not married, and I'm so ashamed. I'm having a crisis of faith. I always thought it was true that God won't give you more than you can handle... well, this is definitely something I don't think I can handle! I've been praying over...

A Christmas Prayer for Adoption

"...the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord.'" -Luke 2: 10-11   We wish you the love, happiness, and peace...

The Blessing of Adoption: Embracing November as Adoption Month

November is National Adoption Month; a time when we celebrate children being given a forever family through the blessing of adoption. It is a great time to pause and think about the redeeming value of adoption. Ephesians 1:5 says, “God decided in advance to adopt us...

Birth Mother Adoption Testimony—Hannah’s Story

We recently had the honor of providing a platform for Hannah to share her adoption story. She was facing a nerve-wracking situation last year when she found out she was pregnant unexpectedly. Hannah contacted Lifetime Adoption and made a beautiful open adoption plan...

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A Lesson from the Garden

by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. (Certified Open Adoption Practitioner) Adoption Expert, Author, and Adoptive Mother Founder of Lifetime Adoption   Good gardeners are aware that they must clear away dead flowers, buds, and weeds to make way for new growth. In this...

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4 Things You Need for a Successful Christian Adoption Journey

The journey to adopt a baby is full of detours, unforgettable experiences, challenges, and magnificent examples of God's grace all along the way.   Without the right preparation and education, this journey can become more than challenging. But with awareness and...

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I Didn’t Do Adoption for Me. I Did It For My Baby

Jessica's Adoption Story   I was already six months along when I found out I was pregnant. I was scared...terrified. I was a high school senior with just one semester left. I didn't have a job or a car, and I hadn't even thought about college yet. My boyfriend...

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5 Proven Ways to Prepare for Your Adoption

The adoption journey is often filled with expectation and hope, but there are also times of uncertainty. We encourage you to let God remain in control of the situation and pay attention to His voice during your adoption process. Trust that the Lord will use this time...

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An Adoption Poem: Thank You, Lord, for Adoption

Adoption can be complicated: it's full of love and joy but also loss and sadness. Adoption changes lives, creates families, and provides opportunities. It is many things to many people. Fortunately, many have picked up a pen to express their journey through words....

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