For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given. Isaiah 9:6

This word, like so many others, is so precious to me. It was given to me by the Lord on October 21 1986 while I was listening to John Wimber of Vineyard Church. I knew this was a word for me immediately but was a little hesitant. I could not have children and so we had adopted two beautiful children, just days old. Now, after all these years, 15 to be exact, I would have a child?? I was excited but hesitant at the same time. Two months later, I was pregnant and on September 22,1987 we had a little girl, Samantha Sue.

My three children are now grown. Josh is married and a campus pastor in Flower Mound, Texas and they have three boys. Melissa is married and they have two boys and a girl and Samantha is married and they have a little girl and a new born baby boy.

I write this brief history to just give glory to God! You see this girl, who could have no children now has 8 grandchildren. This miracle only can come from one source and that is God Almighty Himself!

Even back when we wanted to adopt, there were no babies to be had due to the abortion craze! In fact, we were told to try and possibly find someone ourselves who wanted to give their baby up for adoption. But God was so loving and gave us the desires of our hearts – a girl, then a year later, a little baby boy. All three of my children are miracles and we rejoice and give Him glory for our family!

So today, I sing for joy at the birth of baby number 8 in this family! And my other two children and their families were here to rejoice with us!

We all have a story – and God has in so many ways, has added something special to each of our stories! Please share yours with us, will you? And give Him even more praise for His love and merciful hand!