“Look at the nations and watch… and be utterly amazed. For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told.” – Habakkuk 1:5
The Lord drew me to this passage several months ago as I prayed for Sophie’s life and healing. As I look past over the past months, there are many amazing things that God has done that I would not have believed even if you told me. We believe that God still has much in store for our sweet Sophie and that He is about to do something through her birth that “you would not believe, even if you were told.” Kevin and I are amazed at all the people that have journeyed with us on this story that God has been unfolding and we pray that you would see His mighty work, His great glory and His awesome power through what unfolds in the days ahead. In the next day, we head to the hospital to start the induction process (we’re waiting to hear from the hospital on a time right now). Our doctor expects Sophie to be delivered sometime between Friday night and Sunday (but please, pray it’s Friday!!) We will post something tomorrow on where we’re at (well, probably my sister will be posting for me).
We know that many updates will be going out to our close family and friends throughout the coming days and would kindly ask that should you receive any of them you would refrain from posting those details on social media. Some of those details may be more specific and detailed than what we feel is appropriate to blast across the social media network. Obviously, if you see Kevin or I post anything via our blog or social media that is the information we want others to know and don’t mind being shared on social media!
As Sophie arrives, we know that word will get out fast (I think our little Sophie is trying to rival the royal birth with her own royal birth!). However, as God has entrusted Sophie to us and allowed us to be a voice for her we would like to be the first voice you hear of what God has done to proclaim His great works of her arrival. We are so excited to share her birth and so, if you hear of her arrival before we are able to let people know on a broader scale, please again refrain from posting anything on social media and allow us as her parents to be the first voice that people hear of her arrival!
Please be praying for Kevin and I as we are experiencing many emotions right now as we know Sophie’s birth will be so soon and pray for our precious Sophie that God would surround her (and us) with His love and protection as she makes her way into the world and into our arms!
- A Time to be Silent and a Time to Speak - October 29, 2020
- Teaching Them to Hope, Birthday After Birthday. - January 15, 2020
- A Taste of Hope Fulfilled – Briella Dawn’s Birth Story - August 3, 2018
Grace, peace and strength to you. You will be near to my heart and in my prayers. My heart is beating quickly even now.
Love you, sweet friend. Praying for you 3, and SO EXCITED that your sweet girl will be in your arms soon!! I cannot wait to hear of what God does.
I’ve been praying, praying, praying. I wish I could be your labor and delivery room nurse.
Continued prayers!
Holding all of you in my heart and prayers.
Keeping you all in our prayers and hearts…this time is very special and asking God to bless you as you meet your precious little lamb of God, Sophie. You have beautifully shared and Sophie has reached many of us from your heart to ours. This little Princess has touched so many that we already know what a gift and treasure she is…just precious. We love you all and your sweet compassion in Sophie’s beautiful story of love, parents love, grand parents love and most importantly Christ’s love…God planned Sophie just for you two and the love that you have for her…thank you for touching so many and know you are all in our every thought as you meet your precious little daughter.
Love,
Soo Mullen
We have never met, but I have followed your story for months from Cuyahoga Falls Ohio. I have been crying, laughing, and praying with you daily through your blogs. Every time I see an update by heart beats faster and I cannot wait to hear the story of you meeting Princess Sophie face to face! Today I sat playing the piano and singing and found myself crying because I was singing “God will make a way when there seems to be no way. He works in ways we cannot see. He will make a way for me. He will be my guide, draw me closely to his side. With love and strength for each new day, He will make a way!” and God led me to stop and pray again for your beautiful family.
From one momma to another….praying for a smooth, easy, QUICK labor for you tomorrow! 🙂
You and Kevin have been on my heart and mind every day, yet I don’t even know you. I think your request above was beautifully written and expressed. This weekend will be absolutely amazing and I cant wait to hear of the miracle that is Sophia.
I’m long time friends with your mom and Dad. God put you on my heart this morning before I even crawled out of bed….joining you in anticipating God’s miracle for you and your whole family. God bless…..Toni
Kevin and Lindsey,
Praying for your precious family right now. I cannot imagine all the emotions you must be feeling as you anticipate the arrival of your precious Sophie. My heart weeps as I cannot imagine what you must be going through. I have no real “words” that seem appropriate and so I will give you over to our mighty Lord who I know will whisper tender words of peace and comfort to you when you are so confused by all the thoughts and feelings you are having. Know this… He knows your hearts, Pour yourselves into Him. He is Love and will meet all your needs. Run to Him in your joy and your sadness… and all your emotions in between. As I prayed for you these last few days, the song, “Here I am Lord” kept coming to mind… as I would find myself humming it. I felt led to share it with you…. as my husband and I are coming upon our 10th anniversary in the next few days, and sang this precious song on our wedding day. I pray that it blesses you…..We never knew what we would face in our future, as I am sure you never expected to walk the journey you have walked, but the Lord is choosing to you use in ways you not know. You have Walked it so lovely and graciously, as you have trusted the Lord each step of the way. Keep shining for Him and Loving Him in all you do. Praying for his Love and Peace to be your Guiding Light these next few days.
All because of His Love, The Trostle family (palmyra, pa)
I, the Lord of sea and sky,
I have heard My people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin,
My hand will save.
I who made the stars of night,
I will make their darkness bright.
Who will bear My light to them?
Whom shall I send?
Here I am Lord, Is it I Lord?
I have heard You calling in the night.
I will go Lord, if You lead me.
I will hold Your people in my heart.
I, the Lord of snow and rain,
I have born my peoples pain.
I have wept for love of them, They turn away.
I will break their hearts of stone,
Give them hearts for love alone.
I will speak My word to them,
Whom shall I send?
Here I am Lord, Is it I Lord?
I have heard You calling in the night.
I will go Lord, if You lead me.
I will hold Your people in my heart.
I, the Lord of wind and flame,
I will tend the poor and lame.
I will set a feast for them,
My hand will save
Finest bread I will provide,
Till their hearts be satisfied.
I will give My life to them,
Whom shall I send?
Here I am Lord, Is it I Lord?
I have heard You calling in the night.
I will go Lord, if You lead me.
I will hold Your people in my heart.
– James Kilbane – Here I Am Lord Lyrics –
Praying for you all! Sending you love- wanted to share this song- He is With Us!
http://youtu.be/Z6mEQS2fsWE
Remember
when your hope is lost
and faith is shaken
Remember
when you wonder if you’re gonna make it
There’s a hand stretched out
through your deepest doubt
We can’t pretend
to see the ending
or what’s coming up ahead
Don’t know the story of tomorrow
But we can stay close
to the One who knows
We can trust our God
He knows what He’s doing
Though it might hurt now
we won’t be ruined
It might seem there’s an ocean in between
But He’s holding onto you and me
and He’s never gonna leave, no
He is with us, He is with us, always, always
He is with us, He is with us, always
We believe
there is purpose, there is meaning
in everything
We surrender to His leading
He wants nothing more
than to have us close
Our faith is sealed
Our hope is real
Come what may
We’re not afraid
We can trust our God, always, always
We can trust our God, always, always
He is with us, He is with us, always, always
He is with us, He is with us, always
Our God is with us.
Praying for you xxx can’t wait to see the family picture with your princess…
Grace, strength, peace and prayers
Joining you in the celebration of life and another miracle. I’ll be praying that things go smoothly for all of you.
I’m praying……
I just opened this (Friday evening) and so am especially praying for you all tonight and through the weekend. Know that the arms of so many are surrounding you as you usher sweet Sophie into this world. What a blessing it has been to read your updates and see Jesus so richly honored in them. (I was your mom’s roommate in Grand Rapids on CCC staff.)
I am a friend of Annie Wilkins, and I just wanted to let you know that I believe in miracles. I’m praying for the best for you!!!!!