My mother prays for me. I have always known this. It was a nice thought, but it wasn't something that I've ever took time to seriously consider and appreciate. A little over a month ago, I had a difficult decision arise. It was not difficult because I didn't know the right thing to do. It was difficult because I desired to do the wrong thing.
As I often do, I called my mother to talk it over. As she always does, she gave me her honest opinion and said "I love you. I'll support you no matter what you decide, but I'm going to pray God intervenes in this situation." I could hear the concern in her voice during that conversation. I imagine that she prayed earnest prayers. A few hours later I sent her the texts on the screenshot you see.
"Were you praying, Sister? God gave me the confirmation I need that that is a horrible decision."
I posed it as a question, but I knew she was praying. Her prayers on that day helped me more than I can express at this time. It helped my faith to know that God loves me enough to intervene in my situation. It helped my heart to know that He hears and loves my mother. It gave me the understanding that intercessory prayer is a love thing. It is love that causes my mother lift me up in prayer and call on her Heavenly Father when her child is in need.
I will always believe that on April 13, 2017 God rescued me, and I'm humbled and grateful. I want to encourage parents to keep praying for your children even when you do not see results. Prayer works. Prayer is powerful. God is listening. Do not grow weary in doing good, and pray without ceasing. Know that God can save your babies and do for them what only He can do.
