by Cera Pesole, Midwestern Program Coordinator, Sidewalk Advocates for Life
Verse(s): “And we know that all things work together for good to those who are called according to His purpose.” — Romans 8:28
“Let us not grow weary when doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9
Reflection: How many of you were affected by the #snowmageddon2016 at this year’s National March for Life? I know some of you were stranded in D.C. for several days — and others couldn’t make it. As I watched thousands of pro-lifers stay and march in our nation’s capitol amidst a city-wide shut down, I couldn’t help but admire the perseverance and determination of every person seeking to make a difference for LIFE.
As the snow continues to fall across the country and it becomes harder to make a trip to the abortion facility, I want to share a story with you. On one of the days many pro-lifers were stranded in D.C., those of us in the same hotel gathered for some encouragement and a time of sharing. I had the privilege of hearing the story of a woman who had an abortion when she was 15. She shared how traumatic it was and how it took her a very long time to recover. In her story, she emphasized, “There was no one outside, so I didn’t know…” She didn’t know what she was getting herself into. While on the operating table, she screamed and cried and pled with the nurses to let her go, but no one heard. With tears in her eyes she told us that no one was there to help.
Her story reminded me of the importance of our mission and our calling. We are the last sign of hope before a woman enters the facility — and the first sign of grace when she leaves. By simply being there, we make a difference. We may never know what difference we make, but God promises us that all things work together for His good.
So dear friends, fellow advocates, abortion abolitionists, let us “not grow weary while doing good,” for we WILL see results, and the Lord will use our work for His glory.
Faith Challenge: Go! Continue! Persevere! Do not lose hope, but rather, be strengthened.
Find a scripture verse (or two) and a story that motivates you. Write them on an index card, and when you are feeling weary or discouraged, bring it out and remind yourself that God works things for His good. He is the author, and we are His instruments. We are doing a good work that He will bless in time. Don’t grow weary!
