Birth 2

Usually birth goes in a beautiful pattern. Sometimes birth goes in a different pattern, not one that we expect, but one that God has definitely ordained. I am so thankful that my God is in control of every little step of pregnancy and birth. I am thankful that God "tells" us when things are awry. And yet even when things don't go as we plan, we can know that God has planned every step, and that He is to get the glory for all of it. Pray for the laboring mom who ends up with a c-section. Pray for the mom who is in preterm labor and delivers a 33wk baby. Pray for the mom on bedrest who is attempting to keep her baby inside as long as possible. Give thanks to God for His control over each of these scenarios. And as always, pray for God to bestow wisdom on the caregivers for each of the moms who experience pregnancy and birth in an abnormal pattern.

Friends

I am thankful for how the Lord brings friends into my life. My children have said "We don't need any more friends. We have SO many in our family!" Yet as they grow older, they see the value in true Christian friendship, and even their own circle of friends continues to grow. I have a new friend in my life. She is a true kindred spirit, and I value her input in my life, her ability to sharpen iron. As with all my Christian friends, I pray the Lord's protection and guidance in her life as she serves Him, her husband, and her children. I pray that for each of you that are my friends. God is so good to us, even though we don't deserve it. Praise be to God!

Trust

Trust is a big word. Betrayal is big too. I know the world is full of sinners, but it's still hard when one is confronted with betrayal. I suppose a lot of it boils down to communication. So my prayer is that I will not become bitter, that I will show graciousness, that I will show kindness and wisdom. I am thankful for the support of my family in dealing with hard times, for the immense faithfulness of my dear husband who knows me so well. And I am thankful that my God is Sovereign!