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My commentary indicates that Jesus’ warnings to His disciples
before their “tour” commenced may actually be for a future time, since no
record indicates that they ever encountered the difficulties He mentioned
during their trips.
Verse 19 and 20, though, always remind me of the past – my first trip to Ukraine to get
my appointment back so I could go get my oldest son.
As I waited to speak with the head of the National Adoption Center,
these verse came to mind. I knew I was
obeying God in being there, and it seemed that they were doing everything they could to prevent me from adopting. I
made it clear that I was there because God had told me to be there to get my son.
There was no doubt in my mind whatsoever. It was amazing seeing the transformation on
the director’s face and to see her willingness to grant me an appointment. God had opened that door. When my son and I returned In July 2005 to get
him a brother, it was even more
evident. God had been busy opening doors
and hearts ahead of our arrival, and although the expected wait time was four
weeks minimum, our trip was 18 days
door-to-door!
When we do not deny Him, He is quick to help us.
Father, I will never forget those days. Watching You
work on my behalf to give my boys a home and a father was incredible!
You taught me so much about trusting and obeying You, regardless of what
the work might think. Thank You for
those memories!
Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford
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