April 11th
There is no title today because I have no energy to muster
up anything. FuBing had another rough
day. She got to skype with a friend in
the states that was adopted in December.
She was happy to see her, sad to say goodbye. The saving grace was this evening when she
got to spend some more time with the younger girl from her orphanage. They actually spoke to each other and smiled
a bit. God put them here at this time
and place for her! They are truly a
blessing. We got a few pics today, but B
has not had time to download them. I
will post them tomorrow along with zoo pictures.
Now a request: We are
here in China with no Bible. The Bible
app (which we thought downloaded the Bible actually on our phones) is
blocked. Can you send me some of your
favorite verses? Maybe a verse a day?????
So glad FuBing has her little friend to help her get through these hard days. We are still praying and will continue to pray. Here is a verse that we love!
ReplyDeleteIsaiah 40:31
but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart lean not into your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and he shall direct your paths. Prov.3:5-6
ReplyDeletePraying daily for you, I'm sorry this has been so hard on FuBing Phoebe. She seems so little, I'm thankful Paityn and Makenna are there
So sorry that this is so hard for sweet FuBing. So glad that she has the younger girl as well as her friend in the States that was adopted in Dec. Maybe her words will help calm her heart about what to expect in the US. Do you have someone to translate for you? Could you ask if there is anything she was told about moving to the US that she has concerns or questions about? Maybe this would help to ease her mind.
ReplyDeletePhilippians 4:6-7 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. ~ Isaiah 41:10
ReplyDeletePrayers and thoughts go out to you all.
Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.
ReplyDeleteThe Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
ReplyDelete~ Deuteronomy 31:8
Praying for you!
"May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands." Psalm 90:17 (NIV)
ReplyDeleteWhen you get to Guangzhou, go to Jordan's store on Shamian Island. He has Bibles in Chinese and English (parallel). You can get one for your daughter there and you can read it too!
There are so many changes going on at once for FuBing. It will take time, but I'm sure everything will work out for you. I hope her knowing that there are friends from Huainan that she can communicate with when she is home will in time make her feel better. The language barrier doesn't make it any easier. I don't know if you speak Mandarin at all, or if you've bought flash cards with you but I would suggest Sign Language DVD's once home to help you along. Hoping that FuBing takes a big turn quickly and understands how much you want and care for her.
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DeleteBeen thinking about you daily...hope this strengthens you!
ReplyDeleteEphesians 3:14-21
For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Isaiah 41:10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
ReplyDeleteAmanda, I wish I could just give you a big old hug. You are not alone. You have so many praying for your family.
I read a couple of weeks ago that Jordan's store was closing. So you may not be able to find him. Still try to look, though.
ReplyDelete1 Corinthians 13:1-13 - Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
ReplyDeleteIsaiah 55:8-9 - For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways, says the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways , And My thoughts than your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteThis was my devotion for the day...Try though we might, we simply cannot understand God. We see His handiwork, we can feel His presence, we can worship His son, but we lack the capacity to comprehend a being of infinite power and love. Someday we will understand Him completely, but until then, we must completely trust Him. When our courage is tested to the limit, we must lean upon God's promises. God reigns over the mountain tops and the valleys with limitless wisdom and unchanging love-now and forever.
We love you all and are praying that every day will get easier for you, Bran, Eden and Fu!!!
Keith, Teresa and AG
Just over 4 years ago I was in your shoes. My daughter, just 1 month shy of 13, wanted nothing to do with us. She was not prepared to be adopted. Slept on the floor, wouldn't shower or change clothes for 3 days. She was overwhelmed.
ReplyDeleteWe called her by her Chinese name for months, until she asked to be called by her new name. Show affection, be kind, talk to her, have fun...even is she doesn't join in. Once we headed for the states things got better because she had only us to rely on. It took her many months to begin to open up, and it was not always fun, but she has come a long way.
God has chosen your daughter for you...hang in there, be encouraged by the scripture that people are sharing with you. Let me know if I can be of any help. kullstarla@gmail.com
A friend received an email from Jordon on the island in Guangzhou. He has indeed closed his store.
ReplyDelete"rejoice in the Lord, again I say rejoice! let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lors is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.". Colossians 1:4-7
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