When I had decided to join the very first campaign that was being held in Vestal in 2010, never in my wildest dream did I think that Sydney would be standing next to me.
Why would she? It was at this clinic where I had my abortion before she was born that made my heart turn to stone.
It was over 20 years ago when I made the "decision" to trust my ways and not God's ways. At the time, I wasn't concern with the outcome. To be honest, I never thought that having an abortion would change anything except give ME the freedom to go on living MY LIFE. But I soon learned that taking one life didn't give me freedom, but caused my life to stand still, to be frozen at that very moment, when I walked out the door of the abortion clinic.
It took many tears and a humble heart to bring me to a place of allowing God to restore what Satan had set out to destroy.
So there we were, standing in a small area off to the side of the very clinic that claimed her brother's life. With our heads bowed, and our fingers locked together we prayed to Almighty God to change hearts and save not one life...but two.
Within moments, Sydney softly whispered in my ear... "Mom, this is awesome and sad all at the same time. Awesome because I can feel God's presence and sad because I know the outcome of the decision that is about to take place. I just want to run up to each of those girls and tell them that there's another way." As I lifted my head to respond, I saw my baby girl's eyes filled with tears. Silently, I thanked God for her tender heart and for restoring our relationship.
Starting September 28, 2011, a prayer vigil will be held in Vestal at the abortion clinic. This will be our second year joining 40 Days for Life (locally) to pray for the end of abortion, this is a nationwide campaign. So, won't you consider praying at your local abortion clinic during these 40 days?
God will move the mountain, even if it's one stone at a time.
9 comments:
I can't tell you how glad I am to see you back! I've hopped over here many times, and just waited patiently (for me :) ) till it was right for you to return. Can't wait to read all about it!
xo
What a powerful story of redemption. I am so glad that you shared here with Soli Deo Gloria. Your story and your words will touch many...
Powerful testimony there my friend! Only GOD!!!!!
Thank you for the stand you have taken.
Thank you for coming by my blog.. What a beautiful story you have to tell....... The Father God takes us from the rubble of our lives and sets us on a hill so that light might shine for others that still lives in the darkness of regret..... Powerful stuff......
Thank you for sharing this and for the hope I received from it regarding my relationship w/ my oldest. Love you.
This touched my heart so. How incredible to share this with your daughter. How incredible that she gets it!
Standing with you precious friend on this end...in prayer. Thank you for sharing this touching story with us.
Love you!
I just love you and I love the way God is using you my friend. You are an inspiration.
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