Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day can be so hard for so many. The loss of a Mom, strained relationships, infertility, and miscarriage can make this day so painful. Two years ago, I struggled with Mother’s Day. I had miscarried our first baby six months prior. It was so difficult thinking of the baby I had lost and the pain of not having them here. I dreaded the baby dedication during church and focus on motherhood during the sermon. I was so thankful to be scheduled to help in our children’s ministry so I didn’t have to be in the whole service.

During this time, it gave me hope to hear others dealing with miscarriage and infertility because it made me feel I was not alone. This is so often not talked about. I did not share our miscarriage with many people because it just felt too hard to bring it up all over again. Satan so often tries to keep us from sharing our story and from seeking help because he knows we are weaker when isolated. Even though I did not share with many people, God placed women in my life that also had stories of miscarriage and infertility. I had so many wonderful women come alongside me and share their stories as encouragement. It really helped to be able to talk to people who were going through the same thing.

It also helped to know that Jesus has died to free us from our sins, not just for eternal life, but that we could live in freedom here. We do not have to be slaves to fear, worry, jealousy, bitterness, sorrow, and grief. We have been given victory. Who the Son sets free is free indeed!

If you are struggling this Mother’s Day, especially with miscarriage and infertility, know you are not alone. Know God is for you. God is there with you in your pain and will see you through to the other side. You can have victory over the pain. Know we always have hope in Christ.

We have this hope as an anchor, firm and secure - Hebrews 6:19

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose - Romans 8:28