Continuing Ups and Downs

Yesterday I received word that another couple had shown up at the orphanage to consider adopting the two boys. Today it was confirmed that this in fact had happened and that the couple had an official letter of referral from the Ukrainian government. So, this means that the boys had become available for adoption earlier than the orphanage director had expected and were offered to the other couple. We don't know how this could have happened and don't wish to speculate. There is a possibility that the couple would not go through with the adoption and the boys would become available again but this is most unlikely.

Obviously, this news has been very disappointing for us. However, we know that God is still in control and that we did not come to Ukraine for nothing. Our meeting has been set for 4 PM on Monday. The director of the orphange where the two boys are has told an Operation Blessing co-worker that there is another boy available for international adoption. His name is Sergey. We have met him and really like him so would be excited if he is the one the Lord has for us.

Maggie and I have been very touched by the messages from all over the world of friends (and even some people we don't know!) praying for us. Thank you! Please continue to pray for Maggie's safe return. She leaves tomorrow PM from the US and is to arrive here Sunday PM. And, of course, for the Lord to move in the hearts of the SDA officials that they would make available to us the child or children the Lord has for us.