Forbearance: A Lesson from an Adoption Journey

Dear friends, today I want to share a story with you. A story that taught me the true meaning of forbearance. It’s a tale that unfolded over many years, and it’s about the time my daughter and son-in-law were trying to adopt a child.

The Long Wait

Adoption, as many of you may know, is not a swift process. It’s a journey filled with paperwork, interviews, home studies, and a lot of waiting. My daughter and her husband started their adoption journey with hope and excitement, but as the months turned into years, their initial enthusiasm began to wane.

The Test of Forbearance

It was during this time that I saw the true test of forbearance. Forbearance, my friends, is more than just patience. It’s the ability to maintain self-control in the face of adversity or provocation. It’s not just about waiting, but waiting with grace and dignity.

My daughter and her husband were tested to their limits. There were times when they wanted to give up, to abandon the process altogether. But they didn’t. They held on. They persevered. They showed true forbearance.

The Finalization

And then, after years of waiting, the day finally came. The adoption was finalized. They were now officially a family. The joy and relief they felt was indescribable. All the waiting, all the trials and tribulations, had finally paid off.

The Lesson

So, what’s the lesson here, you might ask? It’s simple. Forbearance is not just about enduring hardship. It’s about maintaining your dignity and grace in the face of adversity. It’s about holding on, even when everything seems to be against you.

Life will test you, my friends. It will push you to your limits. But remember, it’s not about how long you have to wait, but how you wait. Show forbearance. Show grace. Show dignity. And in the end, you will come out stronger.

Until next time, remember to be patient, be strong, and always hold on to hope.

Kev