princes and princesses...

Psalm 72 is quite possibly my favorite chapter of the Bible (although, it's a little hard to pick just one favorite chapter). 

In the psalm, David is instructing Solomon regarding what it means to be a Righteous King.  Of course, the psalm is ultimately about the King who is above all Kings!

Verses 12-14 give us an incredible picture of how the King of the Ages cares for those who are needy:

For he will deliver the needy when he cries for help, the afflicted also, and him who has no helper.  He will have compassion on the poor and needy, and the lives of the needy he will save.  He will rescue their life from oppression and violence; and their blood will be preciou in his sight.

Last year, at this time, the Lord began emphasizing to me that I am His daughter.  And, as His daughter, I can carry out works of mercy on His behalf.  Just think of it!  The King of the Universe invites me (and you) to be His hands and feet to this hurting world.  We are His princes and princesses.  We can love on His behalf.

There are so many who are responding to the call of our King to reach out to those who are suffering--to rescue precious lives from oppression and violence.  It is beautiful to me that our King invites us to help in all sorts of different ways.

There are three families on my heart at the moment.  Each of these families is stepping forward to adopt not one, but two children.  All of them have seen the Lord provide in His great goodness, and are eager to see how God will provide the rest.  Can you (as a daughter or son of the King of Kings) offer help on your Father's behalf?

Family #1

I've known about Isaiah and Ruth for almost a year now, and I am so very grateful to the Lord that this family has stepped forward to adopt these beautiful children.  ohhh...they are going to have so much fun!!

Check out the giveaway that they are holding on their blog right now.

Family #2

Oh my goodness!  Look at these two cuties!

They're joining a wonderful, big 'ol family!  What a blast they will have!

Check out the cool auction that they are having right now, as well.

Family #3

This family will be going to get these two darlin's very soon!  Don't you just want to squeeze them?!  God has provided for this family throughout the whole adoption process.  Just a little more to go...

Small amounts can really add up and any donation is encouraging to a family who is fundraising for their sweet children.  But, even if you aren't able to give financially to these beautiful families, you can definitely pray for them!  They would be so encouraged to know that many people are lifting up their children and families in prayer.  What an honor it is to serve our precious King in this way!