For several reasons...
I do not have kids.
Losing my mom at an early age and then several bad decisions I made later after she died made me not want to have kids.
I am older now, almost 40 and with the way the world is, my decision is pretty much set in stone.

Isn't it ok.... if some folks don't have kids?
I know that I am missing out on something profoundly wonderful.
I can only imagine. I imagine it is as wonderful as people say...and there are probably no words to describe.
But this is not the path my life has taken.

Isn't there room for people like me in this world?
We're all different, aren't we?

Why do I feel sometimes that God is dissapointed in me because I wasn't fruitful and multiplied?



I'm trying to be fruitful in other ways...

Sparrow I have read many of your articles and you gave me great comfort as I am sure you gave God's other children the same comfort.
God has a special purpose for each of us. Some have children and care and protect them. And some like you serve the children of God and help give them comfort.

God's Wings -
A little something to put things in perspective...


After a forest fire in Yellowstone National Park, forest rangers
began their trek up a mountain to assess the inferno's damage.
One ranger found a bird literally petrified in ashes, perched
statuesquely on the ground at the base of a tree. Somewhat
sickened by the eerie sight, he knocked over the bird with a stick.
When he gently struck it, three tiny chicks scurried from under
their dead mother's wings. The loving mother, keenly aware of
impending disaster, had carried her offspring to the base of the
tree and had gathered them under her wings,
instinctively knowing that the toxic smoke would rise.
She could have flown to safety but had refused to abandon her
babies. Then the blaze had arrived and the heat had scorched her
small body, the mother had remained steadfast...because she had
been willing to die, so those under the cover of her wings would live.


'He will cover you with His feathers,
And under His wings you will find refuge.'
(Psalm 91:4)


Being loved this much should make a difference in your life.
Remember the One who loves you, and the one you serve.

God is not disappointed in you. He loves you. You have been fruitful in many ways. You just dont see the other people behind the computer screens and see what you have done for them. Have faith in yourself. You do wonderful work for God's children and you serve God well. I dont think you realize how many people you put under God's wing for comfort and refuge. Some have children and are busy protecting them. You have time to do you what do best, and that is very important to many.

Love
Faith

Faith...



I cannot thank you enough for your words. You have given me something that I will cherish for the rest of my life.
God has truly hugged me through your words.

With much love and very much gratitude...

your sister,
sparrow

Faith,

That was one of the most thoughtful things that I have ever heard. So nice too read such caring words. Sparrow do not be upset that you do not have children. I am 60 and my wife 56 and we did not have children either. There is no right or wrong to this issue - it is in God's hands. IMHO - these times, which I have written about quite a bit in the "World Events" topics, does give one cause for concern about the near future.

John

Thank you for sharing that Johnny, I appreciate it.
It truly helps to know that I am not alone.
Thank you, friend.

Birdie,

I have not had so much as a spouse, let alone children. In fact, I'm romantically unattatched. It was painful going through life without a woman in my life, but I eventually learned to live with it. Perhaps God has other plans for me.

I just turned 53 a week ago Tuesday (Jan. 6th). My younger brother has 2 children, but passed away 5 years ago at the age of 43. I guess he will never know the joy of watching his children grow up, not to mention the fact that the children will grow up without a father.

I guess in all of this we have to trust that God has a plan for each and every one of us. It may not include children or even a wife/husband.

So don't feel bad about not having any children. Incidently, my sister and her husband have no children either, so you're in good company. And I'm sure I'm in good company with other heterosexual men who have been unattached from a woman, for whatever reason.

Chuck

Chuck...
Thank you for sharing that with me.
I appreciate you.
love,
your sis,
sparrow

Sparrow,
You are perfect and entire - lacking nothing. You give birth to new ideas and concepts everyday. You are filling the face of the earth with fruit. Your words have blessed me like few others.

Thanks Byron...

Sparrow, God's blessings to you. Just as everyone has shared, you are special and have your gifts which are a blessing. God loves you and each of us and knows what is best for us. I don't have children and I am not married, never have been married, and don't believe that this is God's plan for me. I love children, but I don't believe that this is necessary to be fruitful. You are fruitful in so many ways and God multiplies this time and time again. I do have 3 little girls that I am sponsoring and others in the past. This has been and is a blessing if you ever feel the desire to do this. You can see them on my website (hint hint: a shameless plug here for sponsorship ) You can be fruitful in so many ways .sparrow. God bless you, sis.

Love,
ShanaB

Precious Sparrow:

I’ve been away for many months and just saw your post. All I can say is that I completely agree with Faith, Johnny, Byron and Shana. You are, in no wise, a freak and I’m sure that you are exactly where our Father wants you! The only freaky thing about you is the loving way you minister to others and THAT is freakin’ amazing!

You are a Gift to me, Sis, and also to everyone here!

In His Love, John

That's awesome, Shana! Thank you so much for sharing that and for sharing about your sponsorship.
God has been putting something on my heart lately about children (not HAVING THEM, lol) but your post helped me.
Thank you!
sparrow

Thank you, John!
Y'know, brother...
You are so encouraging to others.
Your kind spirit is something I can always rely on.
Thank you for being you, bro.
I always smile after I read your posts.

love,
your sis,
sparrow