May 22
A Family
Found in Faith
"God is a father to those who have no father. He takes care of women whose husbands have died. God gives lonely people a family. He sets prisoners free, and they go out singing. But those who refuse to obey him live in a land that is baked by the sun."
Psalm 68:5-6 (NIrV)
Preston glanced at Sadie as they sat in the small office of the adoption agency, the walls lined with photos of smiling children and their forever families. Sadie was nervously fidgeting with her bracelet, a sign he knew all too well. They had been here before, filling out paperwork, attending meetings, and waiting—always waiting.
“Do you think we’ll ever get there?” Sadie whispered, her voice thick with emotion. “Maybe we’re not meant to be parents.”
Preston reached for her hand, his grip firm and reassuring. “We are meant to be parents, Sadie. God has a plan, even if we can’t see it yet.”
The waiting had been hard. They had prayed for years to have a child of their own, only to face heartache after heartache. When they finally decided to adopt, they had felt a renewed sense of hope. But the process was long and filled with uncertainty, and doubts often crept in.
One evening, Sadie sat alone in their living room, tears streaming down her face. She opened her Bible to the Psalms, searching for comfort. Her eyes fell on Psalm 68:5-6. The words seemed to leap off the page: “God gives lonely people a family.”
A family. That’s what they were creating—a family where love, not biology, was the foundation. She prayed aloud, her voice trembling but sincere. “Lord, help us trust in Your timing. You are a father to the fatherless. Help us be that too.”
Months later, they received the call. A little boy named Micah, just three years old, was waiting for a home. When they met him for the first time, Sadie felt a peace she couldn’t explain. Micah’s shy smile and curious eyes melted every fear and doubt she had carried.
As they tucked Micah into bed for the first time in their home, Sadie whispered to Preston, “This is what God meant. This is the family He promised.” Preston nodded, tears glistening in his eyes. They had found their calling in God’s plan.
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for being a father to the fatherless and placing lonely people into families.
We praise You for Your faithfulness and for guiding us even when the path seems unclear.
Lord, we lift up those who are waiting—waiting for children, waiting for family, waiting for answers.
Help us to trust Your timing and Your plan, knowing You always work for our good.
Strengthen our hearts when doubts arise and remind us of Your promises.
Bless the families that are being formed and the children waiting for love and care.
May we reflect Your love and be faithful stewards of the blessings You provide.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
