During 2020, I continued to draw close to the Lord. Sometimes it became difficult to hear His gentle voice amidst constant bombardment of shocking news and exposing of evil coming to the surface. Maybe it’s just me, but even through all of the political and civil stress of 2020, I have taken notice of the most beautiful sunrises, sunsets, and clouds in the sky. During 2020, I have seen skies in southwest GA painted with bold pinks, purples, and oranges. Breathtakingly beautiful!
One day in particular this 2020 summer, I was admiring the clouds and I saw a cloud in the shape of a fetus. It was exactly the appearance of what you would see for about an 8 or 9 week old pregnancy’s ultrasound. It even appeared to have an opening in the clouds around it as if it could be a uterus surrounding the baby.
Is that a baby? I thought. “Yes, this will be the year of the babies.” the Holy Spirit said.
We will see what 2021 holds for our nation and world. This is a topic dear to my heart, coming from someone that contemplated this decision myself.
I also believe that mothers and fathers who have chosen abortion in the past but now pursue relationship with God will be extended compassion, forgiveness, and restoration in their hearts, and that in 2021 God will overcome their shame or hardened hearts and use their story to share His love, ushering more people into freedom.
Volunteering at a local pregnancy center, I gained awareness of the difficult realities that exist. And I pray for God to bring clarity to mothers and families who feel hopeless, whether it be that their baby is severely ill and there may be a terrible outcome whether they choose abortion or birth; or whether they just feel hopeless in resources to care for a new life.
I challenge all of my pro life friends to take up time and effort to encourage, speak hope, and provide tangible support to families who are in the trenches of decision making. Volunteer at a local pregnancy center; pray and act on becoming a foster parent; not just rant on social media, but actually hold the hand of someone in the depths of pain or despair.
That’s all for now.
Payton