It is with great joy, and a refreshed spirit, that I would like to share this incredible story of a life saved.
One of my personal favorite outreach activities with Act of Life is being able to go and talk to young ladies at LifeHouse Maternity Home about adoption as one of their parenting choices. These precious girls are all experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and have chosen life for their babies. They may be choosing to parent, or they may choose to make an adoption plan; either way, they are in a safe, Christ centered home for the duration of their pregnancy, and have time to think about their parenting choice and the future for their baby.
Recently, a beautiful young lady shared with me how this was her second time in LifeHouse. With her first pregnancy, she had considered her options, and with the help of Act of Life's adoption resources - the green and yellow cards - she had decided to make an adoption plan for her baby.
When she told her parents about her decision they were not in agreement as they thought she should have an abortion, and that they would be taking her to the clinic. The parents did not believe what the young lady had to say about adoption - the truths that she had learned from the Act of Life resources. The parents continued to be adamant that abortion was the best solution.
It was only when the young lady gave the green and yellow cards to her parents to read for themselves, that they were able to absorb those adoption truths and have a change of heart. They finally agreed that they would support their daughter with her adoption plan!
Not only was I blessed to hear this incredible story of a life saved, but also delighted in pouring over photographs of this precious child, that were taken prior to him being placed in the arms of his new family.
Just as sometimes we wonder if we are being effective in our sharing the gospel with others, we also wonder if we are effective in our life-affirming missions. God knows exactly when we need encouragement, and is faithful to show us the fruits of our labor - just when we need to hear it!
Praising Him,
Lynda
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