Links to "Sermons On Racial Harmony"

Recently, in an adoption discussion, the subject arose of a family pursuing adoption and facing confrontation with their extended family.  It's sad really, but it is the reality for many.  This was a resource shared with them to reference that I haven't looked at in awhile but have enjoyed in the past.  I haven't read all of these sermons, but I have read through a few different ones. I encourage you to utilize this resource if you are in a similar situation or if you are one who doesn't want racial boundaries crossed.  Great information provided here.  

SERMONS ON RACIAL HARMONY

This is a great scripturally based resource for those in the adoption world crossing "racial barriers" to adopt.  Inter-racial families are a very debated subject even today (which is sad).  When being obedient in God's call for adoption, it's quickly learned by many that it is accepted by some extended family members and despised by others.  One must keep their focus on the fact that God calls us to obey HIM. Often our obedience to the Lord isn't comfortable or easy.  

We knew when we said yes, that we needed to discuss racism as being  a possibility we would face.  We discussed together, before we shared the news with anyone else, that we were following the Lord in this even if we had negative responses, hateful behaviors, or discouragement from others, our choice was right and it was made.  We were following the Lord in this.  It was great, as we came into confrontational conversations (only the beginning I'm sure), that we were both firm in this decision.  I knew John was with me and he knew I was with him.  I encourage every family to have such a conversation with their spouse and children before they announce such a decision to anyone else.  The confirmation of knowing you are walking in obedience to the Lord TOGETHER is a great comfort.

I've been encouraged to see the many families who walk this road and choose God first .  It's a tough decision, but when God calls, we MUST obey.  We have faced questions as to why another race, what is your future going to look like for this child and your other children, aren't you afraid of "insert random concerns (aka-fears) here", etc.  It's just the beginning of the road.  We will learn as we continue to follow.  We trust that God will provide.

Encouragement to those of you traveling down this road!!

GOD is good all the time!