Letters from the Chosens

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that there is an average of 400,000 children in the foster care system at any given time? When people talk about the need, they are not exaggerating! Today, we share some questions and misconceptions that people may have about foster care. Please feel free to share your experiences, comments, and questions you may have.  Reflection questions: What is something you cou...

Send us Fan Mail Now what? If you have ever reunited or reconnected with someone from your past, that’s the next question. What do we do with this new relationship? In reconnecting with my family back home, I have had to grapple with my response. My parents, other family members, and those in my circle have encouraged me to live my life while still challenging me to go beyond myself.  In hearing h...

Send us Fan Mail My desire to reconnect with my biological family began in high school, but it wouldn’t be until I was in college that I spoke to my parents about it. I wanted to share about how that conversation started and my mindset for reconnecting with my family back home.  I hope that hearing about my journey encourages those on a similar path to reunite with their families or those who desi...

Send us Fan Mail In the summer of 2013, I embarked on my first trip back home to Ghana. My parents and I got to see some of the beautiful country, friends, and, most importantly, our family! I hope that hearing my story encourages you to take steps to learn more about your own story.   Reflection questions  What is something new or adventurous that you have done  What is one of your most memorable...

Send us Fan Mail There’s always more, more we can be and more we do. This is how husband and wife Dan and Tynetta move throughout life. The two had been married for about years and felt a tugging to foster to adopt. Recently, they have been in the process of becoming licensed foster parents. Throughout the process, they have faced unexpected questions and grappled more with themselves over the dee...

Send us Fan Mail I’ve learned that boundaries protect us and set us up for purpose. So we can set boundaries with everyone, our family, friends, and ourselves. It’s not about the person, but about the condition being produced. Boundaries help us to create healthy relationships.  Reflection questions  -What do healthy boundaries look like to you? -What has been the most challenging part of establis...

Send us Fan Mail When it comes to family and friends dynamics, I had to realize that boundaries begin with me. I had to recognize the things in me that needed to be addressed before I pointed out the negative actions or responses of others. I first set boundaries for myself, then for healthy interactions with others. It’s a work in progress!  I hope that by hearing about my journey of healing, fre...

Send us Fan Mail My own rejection wound when I was young made me see any separation negatively. I now understand that what I perceive as rejection is really purpose. God has used the rejection and abandonment that I’ve experienced in the past to get me to where I needed to be.  Reflection questions: When was a time you felt unwanted or rejected? How did you respond? What are some things you do to...

Send us Fan Mail It wasn’t until I was in High school that I started to doubt God. I questioned His goodness amid my challenges and the hardships of those in my community. It’s been a journey of learning about God’s goodness amid challenges. Here are some lessons I have been learning that have given me peace amid my challenges and everyday inconveniences. I hope that by hearing about my journey of...

Send us Fan Mail I’ve been asked some interesting questions. Some that make you pause and wonder at the person’s boldness, and others that make me pause and reconsider my perspective. So here are a few questions that I’ve gotten, and in learning a little more about my journey, I hope it helps you along the way on yours!  Reflection questions  What is the most interesting question someone asked you...

Send us Fan Mail Tom and Laurel thought that they were done growing their family. They had two children and a dog. What more could they want or need? Except for one surprising day, they clearly felt led to adopt a little girl from the rural areas of Ghana's Ashanti Region. The journey to adoption and raising their new daughter in suburban America turned out to be more complex and challenging...

Send us Fan Mail  Tre went from a happy childhood full of opportunities, loving parents, and a close community to a rehab center by his senior year in high school. He mentally spiraled downward and became an addict by the age of 21. He shares the tumultuous introduction to adulthood that he never pictured for himself. In sharing his testimony, he sheds light on how our circle of influences can alt...

Send us Fan Mail Tatiana unexpectedly found herself plopped in the suburbs of New Jersey, far from her home in Russia. In this episode, she shares her adoption journey, navigating her past and having challenging conversations that led to her penning her first book. Her testimony demonstrates that the more we know about our past, the greater our understanding of ourselves. Throughout her testimony,...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes surrender is the only way to victory. Darlene found this truth out during her journey of healing. For almost all of her childhood, Darlene had bounced around from foster home to foster home. Each time she thought she had found solace, she was greeted with poor conditions and abuse after abuse. Her heart became hardened and calloused to the treatment, and she became close...

Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine losing a part of you, your family, all that you’re familiar with, yet having a positive attitude? Isaac is a living testimony of this. Isaac went from being a healthy child surrounded by family to suddenly becoming ill and spending years in a hospital. At every medical challenge, Isaac maintained a grateful attitude for all the people who helped him along the way....

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my educational journey. I tell about how I went from being illiterate to teaching others to read and write in English.  I hope my story will encourage you to overcome your challenges.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: Have you ever been told that you couldn't do something? Did anyone ever count you out because of t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my early years of navigating my hair. My Mom and I did our best using hot combs and pink lotion to achieve the image of beauty. In sharing my story, I encourage you to consider how individuals in your life and society's propaganda influenced your identity and self-worth.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: How do you...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share about how my Mom received an unexpected diagnosis about my health and how she responded in faith.  In sharing my story, I hope you will look for God's miracle-working hand in every obstacle you face.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: When was a time when you needed God's help the most? When was a time God show...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share how I finally found a permanent place I could call home. It was a bittersweet moment because I had to close the chapter of my life in Ghana and step into a new life in the U.S. In sharing my story, I hope you'll reflect on your childhood home experiences and consider how they shaped your mindset on what home life should be like.  Here are some questio...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share how my parents first learned about me and the call that led to my adoption into their family.  In sharing my story, I hope you will take the time to reflect on the moments when you saw God's hand at work on your behalf.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: Do you believe God is still intricately involved in the detail...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I recount the first time I attended school. I thought it would be a piece of cake, but it wasn't as easy as I had thought.  By sharing my story, I hope you will take a moment to reflect on how your educational experiences shaped you.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: What was your relationship with your teachers, and how d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my experience of living with the missionaries from one of our neighboring towns. They introduced me to American culture, food, and language.  By sharing my story, I hope you'll take the time to reflect on your own childhood experiences and how they have influenced your identity and purpose.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share about the different homes I lived in after my mother passed away. When I was getting comfortable with one family, I was given to another.  In sharing my experience, I hope you consider your experiences within your childhood home(s).  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: What was your childhood home(s) like? What first comes...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my experiences of living in various places before finding a place I could call home.  I hope sharing my experiences will help you reflect upon your upbringing, particularly on the key individuals who helped shape your identity and forge your path.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: Who are the people who lent a helping h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share how I came to terms with having an absent father and overcame the "father gap" in my heart.  In telling of my experiences, I hope it helps you to be reconciled within yourself and with those who stepped out when you needed them to step up.  Here are some questions to consider as you reflect upon your journey: What was your relationship like with...