Sitting in foster/adoption support group. Seeing Foster Parents loving on kiddos that are not biologically theirs...ranging from 3 weeks to teens...kiddos they've just met or have been advocating for weeks, months, or years.
God in action. Loving and shepherding.
I saw kiddo (age 11) walking with her brand new foster sister (age 5) to show her the layout of the church. Walking quietly side by side the younger girl's body seemed to tense almost imperceptibly and instinctively the older girl placed her hand reassuringly on the littles shoulder, just for a moment, as they continued to walk thorough the foyer. It was beautiful!
God in action. Calming and reassuring.
Foster mom counting the time between feedings and preparing a bottle. Foster dad picking up 4lb baby, with great care. Bottle, kisses, cuddles.
God in action. Feeding and protecting.
Foster mom helping bio-mom through the process of getting her life back together. Non-judgmentally talking through choices and actions, advising, caring.
God in action. Forgiveness and discipleship.
Celebrating with a family who just had their final court hearing!!
God in action. Adoption!
Humbled by these folks and so many others there who allow the Lord to work through them; to love as Christ loved us and to be GOD in ACTION!
Yes. God in action. Amazing.
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