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Beyond Acceptance

3/22/2012

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Have you ever felt this way?

Unlovable. Unacceptable. Unwanted. Not enough. Too much.

Many children in the foster care system grow up this way, with this unvoiced feeling of being "beyond acceptance." Some go to extremes to try to earn affection; others stop trying altogether and retreat into a shell of the person they could be. Still others act out in anger and hurt, certain that that is the only sure way to get the attention they so desperately crave.

As believers, we are called to look after the orphan and the widow. God cares deeply about these family-less kids, and he "sets them in families." (Ps. 68:5-6)

There is a powerful family film that was recently released onto DVD, called "Beyond Acceptance." It tells the story of Evans, a foster care child, and the Border family, who choose him as their first placement. The Borders quickly discover that Evans has deep-rooted issues that will try their patience and love past what they can take. It is only when they reach past themselves that they can find the strength to keep caring. But despite their efforts, Evans seems incapable of trusting them. (And I think I'll kinda stop there....because I don't want to spoil the ending!)

While I didn't work on this film myself, several very good friends of mine did. In fact, my brother and I had the privilege of attending the movie premiere in Kalamazoo, MI last August. It really impacted me.

Adoption is something I think God may call me to in the future. It is a beautiful picture of the way God chose us for his family, and loves us in spite of ourselves. Maybe God is calling your family to this magnificent path. If he does, he will also give you the grace to walk in it. But no matter where you are right now in your life, don't miss out on opportunities to help those around who may already be on that journey.

The struggles foster and/or adoptive parents and families face are real. They are tough. There is also real hope. Real joy! If you or anyone you know of is contemplating adoption, please see this film! It will touch your heart; it might even change your life.

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  • HOME
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    • 2022-2023 >
      • ABSOLUTE COVERAGE
      • THE FORGE
      • THE SHIFT
      • DIVINE INFLUENCER
      • UNSUNG HERO
      • BIRTHRIGHT OUTLAW
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      • THEN WHO?
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      • THE FARMER AND THE BELLE
      • POST IT ON MY HEART
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      • COUNTER COLUMN
      • IT'S A LIFE WORTH LIVING
      • THERE
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      • CHANGING MAJORS
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      • THE AMISH & THE REFORMATION
      • BREAKING THE SILENCE
      • CATCHING FAITH
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      • PRINCESS CUT
      • LOVE COVERS ALL
      • POLYCARP
      • IN HIS STEPS
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