You’re not going to live to see the impossible without having to experience a few miracles. And that’s where I am–in the land of the impossible made possible and miracle following miracle.
The day has come that I can share some big news–no, it’s bigger than big. It’s gigantic, ginormous, and astronomically massive all rolled into one.
We have officially been matched with a child from Japan and we could go get him in the matter of a month! Our family is just beside ourselves with excitement. We found out this past Monday and now several emails back and forth, we’re ready to get this done.
This dream was planted in me when I was a senior in high school. I was in Japan on a missions trip and learned about the sad lives of so many orphans there. The culture was stacked against them and adoption by Japanese people was and mostly still is, considered taboo. I won’t get into all the reasons here, but my heart broke. When a couple that had a little boy who had been an orphan (he was right around two when I was there) became my best, inseparable bud for that week, the Father planted a deep seed in me.
Even before we got married, I informed Andrea one day that we would some day adopt from Japan–if she would have said “no” it would have been a deal breaker for me. Fast forward about 13 years of marriage with this impossible dream dying and resurrecting so many times I can’t even count, and now we’re on the cusp of an amazing breakthrough miracle.
A picture of our little guy
This is the fun part. Because Japan is one of the most expensive countries to adopt from, we need to raise about $18,000 almost immediately (for fees and travel expenses). In as little as a month, we could be ready to fly over and bring him home which doesn’t leave us a lot of time to raise funds. We have applied for grants, but nothing is certain yet but they won’t equal all that we need anyway. Our strategy is to engage heaven and trust that He will touch people with His heart not only for us, but for this orphan who has been waiting for a family.
Here’s how you can help:
- Go over to Facebook and like our adoption page. This will keep you informed on news, photos, updates, videos, and more that we’re planning to keep up with.
- Second, go and buy the ebook I finished called, What’s the Best that Could Happen? I took some things previously written as well as writing some completely new stuff. I’m so pleased with how it turned out and I know it’ll be a blessing to you. There are stories, devotions, and reflections all geared toward encouraging you to let your life make the impact God is after. It’s been a lot of work and a labor of love so I hope you’ll check it out. Every dollar goes to our adoption. If a hundred of you would buy it, we’d almost have one plane ticket. If a thousand buy it, we’ll be close to wrapping this up.
- If you don’t want to read the ebook, no problem. There is a donation button in the sidebar where you can give any amount you like. Don’t underestimate the power of what you give–big or small, it will make a difference and we are incredibly grateful.
- Lastly, if you have a blog or a Facebook page or any other way of communicating what we’re doing that you could spread the word, we would be so appreciative. If you have a blog and want to review my ebook, send me an email and we can talk about it.
This is such a huge undertaking and to all the family and friends who are supporting us in prayer and giving, we thank you so much. Our coming son thanks you too… in Japanese–Arigato.
If I didn’t know the God of the impossible, I would be fairly overwhelmed right now. He is the Father of the Fatherless and sets the lonely in families (Psalm 68:5-6). He is more than able to meet all these needs. If you are moved to be part of this, we are humbled and honored that you would partner with us.
If you can’t give (and even if you can and do), we need your prayer. God’s set an amazing opportunity in front of us, and we need the faith and strength to run on through it.
What do you think? Are you ready for a miracle?
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Hello Jason! I think this little boy have a good heart like you, look what his trying to say “Give Peace A Chance”.
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Yeah, thanks Rachel.
Congrats Jason! Your a person with a big heart.
I believe in the power of prayer. I think that it is good to believe in there being a God (in whatever form or religion) that is there to look over us and help us in our time of need. Also I appreciate all that He has given us -- the beautiful skies on a daily basis, the sun and the moon, the ocean and nature all around us.
how’s the processing so far Jason? i know God will bless you, because you have a good heart.
Thanks Olivia. And for all the updates, you can subscribe to this blog or like our page on Facebook. We are moving forward though--very exciting!
I’ve seen a lot of miracle things that happen to some of my friend..You are such an amazing person with a big heart..
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I am also happy for you Jason!!Good luck!!
Wow, God is totally amazing. I stopped by today to find out how the adoption process is going for you and WOW what a post!!!! I am SO thrilled. Truly God is able to do MORE than we can hope for or imagine! (Ephesians 3:20) I am headed over to buy your ebook for my kindle. I will also do a post on my blog for your book! ; ) Also, I’ll post a review on Amazon for you. ; )
Haven’t been around because I’ve been finishing up my latest book, (THE WAYS OF GOD: Finding Purpose Through Your Pain), wondered if I could send it to your for free in exchange for a short review on Amazon.??? If so, email me your Amazon address so I can send it directly to you, or I can send it as a free gift to any email address you want to give me. : ) Maybe you’ll need something to read on the plane on the way over to Japan! ; ) Anyway, let me know!
My email: cheriehillemail(at)yahoo.com
MANY MANY blessings to you! (Although looks like God is already pouring down a heap!)
Cherie
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Awesome! Thanks so much, Cherie. I would love to read your book and post a review. Blessings to you too.
Hi Jason! Just wanted to let you know I posted a review of your book on Amazon and also on my blog today! As always, I was GREATLY impacted by your words!
Blessings,
Cherie
Blog title: “Get Impacted!”
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WOW! Thanks so much, Cherie.
I really liked this post! I’ll be pinning it on my pinterest account!
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If I didn’t know the God of the impossible, I would be fairly overwhelmed right now. He is the Father of the Fatherless and sets the lonely in families (Psalm 68:5-6). I truly believe in this word of God.
I truly believe in God. And we put God in the center of our life.
This post is so wonderful and very inspiring. Congratulations to you.
When I am reading this post I didn’t realized that my tears is already falling. Your post is really inspiring thanks for sharing it to us.
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God will help people who is need. Just believe to him and he will guide you.
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