For the sake of their privacy, I will not be using any names in this blog post. If you know them, I respectively ask that you would NOT TAG OR COMMENT with any of their names, but send them a personal message if you would like to send congratulations. I have been given permission by the family to share this special day with you on my blog, but please respect their privacy. Thank you, friends.
I was so honored that they contacted me and asked me to be a part of this day. I have never experienced an official adoption day before this one. It was definitely a sweet, exciting, emotional day to say the least. There were moments when I had to wipe tears of joy away just so I could see through my camera lens!
It is reasons like this that I do what I do. I am thankful God has given me an ability, talent, and the resources to capture lifetime memories like these, and to use photography as a ministry to love on people and share the love of Jesus.
Adoption is so much more than a legal action - it is the foundation of our faith in Christ. He gave His life to make a trade with us. He took our sin and gave us His righteousness. Through salvation, we have been adopted by the Most High God, and we called His sons and daughters!
"For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive
the Spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of
adoption as sons, by whom we cry, "Abba! Father!" The Spirit himself bears
witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs -
heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with Him in order
that we may also be glorified with Him." --- Romans 8:14-17
Friends, if the Lord is leading you to adopt or foster a child, don't refuse His will for your life. There are so many children in this world in need of a mommy and daddy to who will love them and, most importantly, give them the love of Jesus. I believe this family followed God in obedience and are now enjoying the rewards of their obedience as they love on this precious child! Don't miss the opportunity if He is leading you in this way!
Thank you dear friends for allowing me and trusting me to take these photos for you. Even amidst the chaos that took place before the court hour, I believe the presence of God was with you all in every aspect of the day. It was such a gift to be a part of such a special moment in the lives of your family. I don't think I will ever be able to forget this day. It will always be etched on my heart and mind, and a constant reminder to pray for your family as you begin this new journey as a family of six. Thank you for being such solid, godly mentors & role models to my family. We love you all and look forward to serving alongside of you in the days ahead! I pray you enjoy these photos as much as I do!
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