Formal Application Sent!

Ken and I had a wonderful time filling out the Formal Application, dreaming, and discussing the future. There is so much to think about. Bethany's application process is wonderful as each step makes the couple think deeper and harder about the responsibilities, decisions, and impact that adopting a child requires. For instance, they ask about your financial status, insurance policies, outstanding debts and loans. They also ask questions regarding what physical, emotional, and mental challenges you are willing to adopt with your child. Tough questions, but it brings up good conversation and honest answers. One of the first things Becky told us was to not feel "guilty" if we put down "no." It is not a bad reflection on us as a couple, but it will help them know what situations will be best to bring our child into our lives.

This process started me thinking about parenting and major life changes in general. So often in our instant society, we rush into decisions without really looking at what the ramifications might be. Who will your decision affect outside of yourself? How will your life change (as far as you can tell)? Have you gotten good, Godly advice? Are you ready for the financial impact of your decision? Most importantly, have you spent time in prayer over your decision? What do you hear God saying to you through scripture, His still, small voice, trusted Christians? Are you listening or are you plowing ahead on your own?

Ken and I don't know how our journey will unfold. We don't know God's timeline, but we are trying to seek His will. It's one step at a time. Sending in the formal application today is a good step forward. On we go!!!