This is my story of personal and spiritual renewal, of God's sovereign hand on my life; bringing me through a bad adoption, abuse, and separation. It includes being reunited with both biological and adoptive family after more than fifty years separation. It is a vivid and precise illustration that it is God who is in control and not man; a fascinating example of how the Lord has orchestrated the events in my life for His own purpose and Glory. This book is written for: The adopted--particularly the abused, who may think God has forgotten them; and the assurance that He has not. The discouraged--Christian and non-Christian alike, who may wonder if God cares about their individual struggles, the "Where is He when I need Him?" type feelings; and revealing the certainty that He is very much involved in our lives, whether we can see it or not. The lost--I share my salvation experience; the incredible patience of "The Hound of Heaven," and the working of the Holy Spirit in bringing an angryrebellious individual (me) to Christ. Indeed, this book is for anyone interested in the popular current topics of adoption, child abuse, personal identity issues, and anyone seeking an answer to the question, "Does God care?""His Purpose for Me is a raw, detailed look at Gene's journey from pain, neglect and loneliness to finding meaning, love, and his true family. His life story is both heartbreaking and encouraging as he discovers a God who loves him, and a family who has deeply missed him."--Pastor Matt ManciniHeritage Presbyterian Church"As a Certified Christian Counselor, I highly recommend reading His Purpose for Me; a very therapeutic story for anyone who has suffered any form of abuse, and a perfect example of great hopewhen God is allowed to work in our lives."--Ronald J. WordenAACC Certified CounselorRed Lion Evangelical Free Church