During the Adoption Process, Pray These 6 Psalms
Adoption isn’t always a smooth ride, and there are often setbacks. However, when we welcome the Lord’s children into our homes, we give him praise. So doing, we show that we have been adopted by God. From 1 John 3:3, “Look at the incredible grace the Father has shown us by making us His children! That’s exactly who we are!”
All of us have been accepted into the family of God. That’s a big part of who we are as followers of Christ. You should prepare your kid for the fact that being adopted will be a part of who they are. We should feel proud, not humiliated. Adoption is a wonderful way to rescue children from harmful environments and provide them a permanent, loving family.
Accept and Enjoy the Adoption Procedure
Keep your kid in the loop about their adoption if and when it is suitable to do so. Give them the chance to inquire about their biological parents and the selection process. This will help students feel more comfortable discussing their identities in the future. Nevertheless, it may be a time-consuming ordeal at times. It’s important to maintain a healthy perspective and allow the Lord complete access to your emotions. Here are six prayers to say as you prepare to adopt a child:
The First Prayer: Dear Lord, Please Watch Over My Child
Adopting a child is a lengthy procedure, and sometimes the family has go on a trip to finish the paperwork. If that’s the case, then you should beg God to protect you and them while they’re on the road. You should insist that the adoption agency track your child’s movements and keep you updated on their whereabouts as they move around. Having this knowledge will put your mind at rest, since you will always know where they are.
Parents naturally wish to keep their kids safe from harm. You feel the need to protect them from any potential harm, even any scars or wounds. Keep in mind that God will never do us any harm, but that we will still suffer pain in this world. Our capacity to feel pain is a survival mechanism that allows us to reflect on and gain insight from our mistakes and ultimately guide us toward more desirable future actions. If your kid is wounded while in your care, you shouldn’t beat yourself up about it. There will be mental and emotional distress as well as physical suffering for the kids. As complicated as it might be, this is what it means to be human. If we can learn to accept it, suffering may be a blessing from God.
Take Good Care of My Baby’s Mom, Lord
Parental involvement in the process might range from little to extensive. In any event, the loss of a child may have a profound effect on a mother’s mental and emotional health. I ask that you pray that God would provide for them as they go through this trial. Always keep her in your prayers, trusting that God will eventually heal her hurts. Even if your adoption isn’t completely open, you should still encourage your kid to maintain a healthy relationship with the birth mother. With any luck, this will assist her through the adjustment and soothe the void in her heart. Also, this may be a great opportunity to share the gospel with her.
If your kid was put through a traumatic experience by the original mother, you may be unable to forgive her. It’s natural to be concerned about your child’s safety after learning they were exposed to potential danger. Please beg God to help you forgive your mother for the way she has treated you. If she has done or said anything else that has hurt your kid, please forgive her. Scars from emotional trauma are not permanent. You may have to deal with it in the future.
Heavenly Father, Enable Me to Praise You
There is no one right way to show God your respect. Taking care of his kid for him might be as simple as maintaining the Bible or letting him lead your parenting. Parents should instill in their children a respect for God by modeling such behavior themselves. Today’s athletes may find it difficult to prioritize God among their hectic schedules. Continually check in with one another to see whether God remains at the center of your priorities. This is a wonderful demonstration to the Lord of your respect for his teachings. Young people internalize what they are taught. But they make selections—perhaps most notably in their religious beliefs—with which we may not agree. It’s important to show that God is the authority in your family, so do everything you can to make that clear. When they’re older, your kids will probably do the same thing.
To the Lord, Please Make This a Simple Procedure
You may have been dissatisfied if the adoption process did not go as planned, even if this is not your first rodeo. Bonding with your kid might be challenging if you are afraid to start the process again. Put your faith in God and ask for guidance in accepting whatever comes your way.
You may also be holding resentment against God for the past results. You should pray for God’s pardon, but also ask for his assistance in forgiving him for the disappointment you’ve felt during this. It’s not easy to wait on God’s timetable, but if adopting a kid is really his desire, it will happen. There’s nothing you can do to avoid disappointment, yet the journey may strengthen your faith in God.
God, Please Make Me a Good Mom or Dad
Before becoming a parent, each person feels apprehensive. Concerns about being a good role model, teaching the correct skills, and preparing children for adulthood are common among parents. There are no models of ideal households in the Bible, but having God as the focal point of your family life will make all the difference. Our religion is the single most significant trait we can impart to our offspring.
A family that prays together, reads the Bible together, and worships together is a strong family. The likelihood that your religion will be the central tenet of your child’s life improves if it is the foundation of your own. Your kid will naturally develop greater sense of self-sufficiency as they become older. Their decisions may not always align with your own. Pray that God would give you the wisdom and strength to bring up children who are happy, secure, and capable of taking care of themselves.
We also need to be healthy people if we are going to be effective parents. Regularly engaging in the inner effort required to demonstrate spiritual fruit and conduct ourselves in conformity with Scripture is essential. It is expected of us that we will not be flawless, but that we will show what it is to be a faithful follower of Christ. Have faith in the Lord. Remember that there are no ideal parents and that you will make errors as you go. But if you trust in the Lord and rely on him rather than your own understanding, the Spirit will direct your movements and you’ll walk in step with it.
Lord, make me love them as my own.
Perhaps having a kid is something you’ve dreamed of for a very long time. You may receive the adoption of a child from the Lord, which would fulfill a deep longing of your heart. It may be difficult to love that kid as if he were your biological child when things are bad, but it is important to do so. It’s up to parents to ensure their kids are safe and making smart decisions by setting limits on their activities.
However, unconditional love may be challenging if he engages in risky actions. But that’s the kind of love our heavenly Father has for us. Some things in life are just going to be a letdown. But it doesn’t make you any less devoted to your kid. It’s crucial to show your kid that you love them no matter what, even if you have to reprimand them. As kids become older, this will help keep them safe and protect their identity.
While adopting a child may be a challenging procedure, the rewards are worth it. Let God take charge of the situation, and he will provide you with a kid that is in need of your love and care when the time is right. Realize that you, like everyone else, will make errors as you go along. When you do, you’ll be able to forgive one another and strengthen your relationship with one another. Then, through your love for your adopted kid, you may demonstrate Christ’s love to the world.
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