“Why did they leave me?
This is the question Sofia (not her real name) longs to ask if she ever meets her biological parents.
At just three years old, she was found by a security guard, wandering alone near a mall entrance. Sadly, being abandoned at such a young age may have left her with trauma so deep that she has no memory of her past or her family.
She was referred to a children’s home and over the years, moved between government and non-governmental organization shelters. Throughout those years, Sofia deeply longed for a family of her own, just like her friends and classmates had.
“It means so much to me to have a family. This is my greatest wish,” Sofia shared.
Have you ever felt abandoned?
From this moment on, know that you are never truly alone. God is with you, and He will bring people into your life to show you that He sees you and hears you, just as He did for Sofia.
Sofia’s dream of having a family seemed unlikely to happen when the children’s home where she lived was unable to process adoption papers because they don’t have a license.
Yet, God being a good Father, made a way for her.
In 2019, Sofia was transferred to a children’s home supported by Operation Blessing through Orphan’s Promise. She received care and saw her dream starting to come true as her adoption application was processed.
“Through prayer and reading Bible verses like Jeremiah 29:11, which says that God has a purpose and a better plan for me, I held on to hope and did not give up,” Sofia said, her voice filled with hope.
After two years of waiting, Sofia was matched with an adoptive family from Michigan, USA. They are a Christian family who enjoys outdoor activities and spending quality time together—things that Sofia loves as well.
Now, Sofia’s greatest dream came true, all because she held onto hope and believed it would happen.
This is what a child-like faith looks like, a confident trust that God will provide not only what you need but also the deepest desires of your heart.
If you’ve been feeling alone and abandoned, remember Sofia’s story. Just as God was with Sofia and saw every detail of her journey, and fulfilled her dream, He can do the same for you.
Operation Blessing is working hand in hand with Orphan’s Promise to help children get out from dangerous situations and help them reach their full potential. You can join us in giving these children hope and a brighter future. Partner with us today!
