First Fruits.

I want to take a moment to praise the outpouring of prayer, love, and support that has been so graciously offered to our family in the early stages of our adoption process. So many of you are asking to do more, this is how you can help.

Prayer is the greatest weapon we are equipped with. Continue to ask God for provision in the coming months for our family. Pray too that God will wrap Malachi in his loving arms and offer him protection and care.

Financial Gifts are of great need. The adoption process fluctuates between $25,000 to $30,000 dollars from start to finish. If you are interested in providing monetary donations to help bring Malachi home please mail checks to: 12212 Monteith Grove Drive, Huntersville, NC 28078.

Fundraisers are going to serve as a major avenue to reach our monetary goal and we can use your help. More information to come in the following weeks.

Finally, I'd like to take a moment to thank a very special lady who has found it in her heart to donate to Malachi's journey. This donation came within the first day of our announcement and I thank God for her and her giving spirit. I'd like to share with you the card that accompanied the donation.

"Justin & Julie - You are brave souls to take on the challenge of this calling. I am very proud of you both. I'm also very proud of you for listening to that still, small voice. We spend a lot of time talking to God, but not enough listening. You listened and answered the call. One of my favorite quotes is 'Your life may be the only Bible some people read'. Your witness of love and faith will touch the lives of so many people you don't even know - but one day it will be revealed to you. Our prayers are with you. May our faith and hope strengthen you as God walks beside you and keeps you safe through out your journey. Peace and love to your soon to be family of 3!"

This is so encouraging and I hope she knows how much we appreciate her love and support.

The journey continues.

Hebrews 13: 15-16 "Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise - the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased."