Do you believe in God?

That's a literal question, seriously. Do you believe in God? I do. I've been thinking about my relationship with God in earnest ever since Olivia was born. Recently, His presence in my life has been hard to miss.

If you haven't read the books "Case for the Creator" by Lee Stroebel or "Heaven is For Real" by Todd Burpo, I'd highly recommend them. For those looking to find God or strengthen their faith, these are must reads. Okay,... back to Olivia.

When Olivia was born, I was scared, and mad. Before we knew Olivia's diagnosis I was really really scared. I prayed like I never had before. I'd giving myself to God, but this was the first time I was totally helpless. You see, I'm a fixer and if I can't "fix" something that's a problem. It was humbling, and freeing, to know that Olivia's fate was in God's hands. What a growing experience for me. And you know what? God came through for us!

I can hear you thinking it already...so what's this post all about? I get it, you love God, but what's the point? Well, that is the point, I love God! He's has blessed our family over and over. I'm tired of trying to placate other people's interest and hiding my faith. It's not something I'm ashamed of...just look around. Olivia is a miracle, it's that simple. How could she be anything else? I mean, if she has lost just a little bit more and I mean just a little bit more, things would be totally different. She's so awesome and we love her so much.

Look at all of the examples of this out there, it's awesome. How many near death experiences/miracles/etc. have you heard about???? This little girl sitting on my lap right now is the only evidence I need to know God is with me, but seriously, how many stories have you heard like that?

So, here's the end of this post. I'm going to put myself out there and welcome anyone's comments, good or bad. I welcome the input.

With Love,
Chad