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 Heather Featherston | Dec 12, 2021 | Adoption Prayer
As we’re in the midst of the holiday season, I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve birth mothers considering adoption and guide them to the amazing families that have chosen to work with Lifetime. I’m grateful for families who are engaged in the...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Apr 25, 2021 | adoption wait
Even though you know that God has the perfect child for you, it can be difficult to patiently wait when you’re eager to adopt. Perhaps you’ve watched other couples adopt, but you still haven’t been chosen by a birth mother. If this sounds like...
by Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P. | Nov 15, 2020 | adoption wait
Waiting is tough. It’s especially hard when you’re ready to adopt and waiting for a birth mother to choose you, only to find out that other adoptive couples who started the process after you are being matched and adopting. It can feel unfair. You may...
by Creatives | May 31, 2020 | Adoption, adoption wait, Christian adoption journey
An expectant couple gets nine months to ready their home, to have a baby shower, to pick out baby names, and to wrap their minds around becoming parents. This preparation is a joyous rite of passage for Christian adoptive couples too. The timeline may differ, but the...