"I can't believe my baby is in heaven without also believing I am going to hell for the choice I made." --client who experienced an abortion"The last thing I remember is setting my drink down and going to the bathroom. Then, I woke up the next morning and couldn't remember what happened." --client who was sexually assaulted at a party
"The family had an intervention. She agreed to go to rehab. She goes to the program, talks to the staff and decides that it's not a good fit for her."-- friend who's family member is battling addiction
This week, I have listened to stories about abuse, addiction, and brokenness. It's in these times that it is easy to become weighed down by the pain around you. Yet, in the midst of this I was reminded of a verse of Scripture: "They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated; they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations." (Isaiah 61:4)
I'm so glad, in the midst of these moments, that I never have to lose hope. I serve a God who is in the business of rebuilding, restoring, and renewing. Regardless of the level of "ruin" that exists or the amount of time it has existed in our lives, God is able to turn it into something worthwhile. He is able to take even the toughest, darkest parts of our lives and bring about something beautiful. This is my prayer not only for these women, but for you and me as well. May we never lose sight of HOPE.
