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No Doubt said:
Today's daily journal came from Matthew 14:22-33....Peter walking on water.

Kenneth Copeland discussed this verse from the point of being too afraid to get out of the boat. He said better to get out of the boat and sink and just ask the Lord for help, than to stay in the boat never trying due to fear. The Lord can handle any mistakes you may make, and you're going to make them, so when you do ask the Lord for help, but don't be too afraid to try.

In this journey of ttc there are so many options to try, so many times of waiting, so much to consider and sometimes we start to get afraid of what may be. Will this work, will that work...I don't want to be disappointed, can't be disappointed if I don't do it....maybe next cycle. Ladies I'd encourage you to not be afraid to get out of the boat. If there's something you've been wanting to try, even if it's just trying nothing at all, I'd encourage to step out of your boat without fear. Maybe it will work, maybe it won't but you won't know until you try and God is always there for to grab hold of you if ever you start to sink.
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Good word! Fear has been trying to creep in as I think about moving on to our second IVF cycle..."will this work a second time?...What if it doesn't work?...what if it works and I get the same outcome as last time?"

I'm going to step out of the boat and accept whatever the Lord has for me!
 
Proverbs 15:23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good it is!

A modern parable has been written about the tools of the enemy that I believe we can really learn from.

"Some time ago, an advertisement appeared in which the devil was putting all his tools up for sale. On the day of public inspection, each one of his tools was marked with its selling price: Hatred, Envy, Jealousy, Doubt, Lying, Pride, and so on, were each on the block. Set apart, however, from all the rest of the pile, was a harmless-looking tool, well-worn, but priced very high — it was discouragement!"

Someone asked the devil, 'why is that one priced so high?' He replied, 'Ah, that one is more useful to me than all the rest. With it I can pry open a man's heart and enter, when I cannot get near him with any other tools. Once inside, I can lead him any way I choose. The tool is very worn because I use it on almost everyone, since few people know it belongs to me.'"

The enemy loves to sow discouragement — but believers have a tool much more powerful — encouragement! We can speak a word into the lives of those who desperately need to hear it: to the college student adjusting to his new environment; to the missionary who may feel alone in the harvest field; to the disillusioned newlywed young couple; to the forgotten servants of God who labor in an obscure and difficult ministry; to the orphans and the widows; to all those who need to hear a word in due season!

We have the power in our lips to rekindle a discouraged soul. Let's inspire one another with words of encouragement! It costs nothing, and reaps an eternal reward…encourage one another daily, as you see the Day draw near. [Hebrews 10:25]

-George Whitten
 
Godsjewel said:
No Doubt said:
Today's daily journal came from Matthew 14:22-33....Peter walking on water.

Kenneth Copeland discussed this verse from the point of being too afraid to get out of the boat. He said better to get out of the boat and sink and just ask the Lord for help, than to stay in the boat never trying due to fear. The Lord can handle any mistakes you may make, and you're going to make them, so when you do ask the Lord for help, but don't be too afraid to try.

In this journey of ttc there are so many options to try, so many times of waiting, so much to consider and sometimes we start to get afraid of what may be. Will this work, will that work...I don't want to be disappointed, can't be disappointed if I don't do it....maybe next cycle. Ladies I'd encourage you to not be afraid to get out of the boat. If there's something you've been wanting to try, even if it's just trying nothing at all, I'd encourage to step out of your boat without fear. Maybe it will work, maybe it won't but you won't know until you try and God is always there for to grab hold of you if ever you start to sink.
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Good word! Fear has been trying to creep in as I think about moving on to our second IVF cycle..."will this work a second time?...What if it doesn't work?...what if it works and I get the same outcome as last time?"

I'm going to step out of the boat and accept whatever the Lord has for me!
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I thought about you when I was writing this and wondered if you were having fears about giving it another go. I think it's natural honestly after what you've gone through. I will say though speaking from my experience when I found out I was pregnant, it was like I couldn't say anything about it for fear it would be taken away from me. After trying for what felt like an eternity and trying so many different things and then out of the blue on its own...

But one night I went to church and Pastor was saying how one of the reasons we go to church is for reassurance. He said that out in the world people are so quick to try and knock you down, probably becuase they can't handle seeing someone else doing well when they're not. But he said you come to church and if you say you're "this", then you are...if you say you're "that", then you are. I was having a hard time believing I was pregnant cause a part of me didn't think it would last if I actually enjoyed it. But when I heard that I decided to get out of my boat and enjoy what the Lord had blessed me with and truly believe and claim that I was pregnant.

Sarah, you've waited a long time and the Lord finally opened a door for you to be able to receive IVF treatment. Enjoy what the Lord has blessed you with. Things don't happen for no reason at all, and I truly don't believe He would open this option for you if you were not to use it to fulfill your heart's desire. I know it's scary, but I have every faith that the Lord will come through. He always does...maybe not how we expect it, but He always does. Glad to hear you are stepping out of the boat!
 
“She does him good . . .” (Proverbs 31:12a )

Bless your husband by praying for him! The Apostle Paul instructed all Christians to pray for one another (Ephesians 6:18 ). This includes wives’ responsibility and privilege to pray for their husbands. Earnest prayer for your husband is good for him, for you and the spiritual health of your home (Proverbs 31:11-12 ).

Satan desires to destroy your husband, especially his character and his leadership in your relationship. Trust God through prayer as you daily surrender your husband and marriage to the Lord’s wise, loving care.

Day 1
Pray that your husband will grow spiritually and consider his accountability before the Lord. Pray that he will guard his heart by developing spiritual disciplines—Bible reading and study, prayer, meditation, scripture memorization, etc. (2 Peter 3:18 ; Prov. 4:23 )

Day 2
Pray that your husband’s relationship with God and His Word will bear fruit in his life. Pray that he will be a man of wisdom and understanding, fearing the Lord. (Prov. 3:7 , 9:10 ; Ps. 112:1 )

Day 3
Pray that your husband will be humble and quick to agree with God about his sin. Pray that his heart will be tender toward the voice of the Lord. (Ps. 51:2-4 ; Micah 6:8 )

Day 4
Pray that your husband will grow in leadership skills in your relationship—protecting and providing for you. Pray that he will lead you wisely and love you sacrificially, so that God will be glorified in your marriage. (Eph. 5:25-29 ; Col. 3:19 )

Day 5
Pray that your husband will be faithful to his wedding vows. Pray that he will have a desire to cultivate your relationship as a sign of his loyalty and commitment to you, and as a picture of Christ’s love for the Church. (Prov. 20:6 ; Gen. 2:24 )

Day 6
Pray that your husband will love righteousness and hate wickedness, especially the evils of the culture. Pray that he will recognize and avoid wickedness in his own life, and if necessary, take a clear, strong stand against evil. (Prov. 27:12 ; John 17:15 ; 1 Cor. 10:12-13 )

Day 7
Pray that your husband will safeguard his heart against inappropriate relationships with the opposite sex. Pray that his heart will be pure and undivided in his commitment to you. (Prov. 6:23-24 , 26 ; Rom. 13:14 )

Day 8
Pray that your husband will work hard to provide for your family, to the best of his ability. Pray that the character qualities necessary for a successful career and ministry will be a growing part of his character—persistence, decisiveness, strength, an analytical mind, organizational skills, positive relationships with people, determination, etc. (Rom. 12:11 ; 1 Cor. 15:58 )

Day 9
Pray that your husband handle finances wisely, will have discernment concerning budgeting and investments, and will be a good steward of his money in regard to giving to the Lord’s work. Pray that money will not become a source of discord in your family. (Prov. 23:4-5 ; Rom. 12:13 ; Heb. 13:5 )

Day 10
Pray that your husband will cultivate strong integrity, and not compromise his convictions. Pray that his testimony will be genuine, that he will be honest in his business dealings, and will never do anything that he needs to hide from others. (Prov. 20:7 ; 1 Tim. 1:5 , 3:7 ; Eph. 6:10-12 )

Day 11
Pray that your husband will have a humble, teachable spirit and a servant’s heart before the Lord. Pray that he will listen to God and desire to do His will. (Prov. 15:33 ; Eph. 6:6 )

Day 12
Pray that your husband will yield his sexual drive to the Lord and practice self control. Pray that your sexual intimacy together will be fresh, positive, and a reflection of selfless love. (Prov. 5:15 , 18 ; 1 Cor. 7:3 ; Song of Solomon 7:10 )

Day 13
Pray that your husband use practical skills to build your family and make wise decisions for your welfare. Pray that he will serve unselfishly. (Gal. 5:13 ; Phil. 2:3-4 )

Day 14
Pray that your husband will speak words that build you and your family, and reflect a heart of love. Pray that he will not use filthy language. (Prov. 18:21 ; Eph. 4:29 )

Day 15
Pray that your husband will choose his friends wisely. Pray that God will bring him men who will encourage his accountability before God, and will not lead him into sin. (Prov. 13:20 ; Prov. 27:17 )

Day 16
Pray that your husband will choose healthy, God-honoring activities. Pray that he will not live in bondage to any questionable habits or hobbies, but that he will experience freedom in holiness as he yields to the Spirit’s control. (1 Cor. 6:12 , 10:31 ; 2 Tim. 2:4 )

Day 17
Pray that your husband will enjoy his manliness as he patterns his life after Christ and strong men in the faith. Pray for his physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual strength. (Eph. 3:16 ; 1 Peter 2:21 ; 1 Cor. 10:11 )

Day 18
Pray that your husband will have an eternal perspective—living in light of eternity. Pray that he will reject materialism and temporal values and put God first in his life. (Matt. 6:33 ; Deut. 6:5 ; Eph. 5:16 ; Ps. 90:12 )

Day 19
Pray that your husband will be patient and a man of peace. Pray that he will not give in to anger, but will allow the Holy Spirit to control his responses. (Rom. 14:19 ; Ps. 34:14 )

Day 20
Pray that your husband will yield his mind and thoughts to the Lord. Pray that he will not entertain immoral or impure thoughts, and that he will resist the temptation to indulge in pornography. (Prov. 27:12 ; 2 Cor. 10:5 )

Day 21
Pray that your husband will learn how to relax in the Lord and, in his greatest times of stress, find joy and peace in his relationship with God. Pray that he will submit his schedule to the Lord. (Neh. 8:10 ; Prov. 17:22 ; Ps. 16:11 )

Day 22
Pray that your husband will practice forgiveness in your relationship and with others. Pray that he will recognize any roots of bitterness, and yield any resentment and unforgiving attitudes to the Lord. (Eph. 4:32 ; Heb. 12:15 )

Day 23
Pray that your husband will be a good father—disciplining his children wisely and loving them unconditionally. If he is not a father, pray that he will find a young man to mentor in the things of the Lord. (Eph. 6:4 ; Col. 3:21 ; 2 Tim. 2:1-2 )

Day 24
Pray that your husband will have a balanced life—that he will balance work and play. Pray that he will fear God, but also gain favor with people he knows at work and church. (Luke 2:52 ; Prov. 13:15 )

Day 25
Pray that your husband will be courageous in his stand against evil and injustice, and that he will stand for the truth. Pray that he will protect you and your family from Satan’s attacks. (Ps. 31:24 ; Eph. 6:13 ; Ps. 27:14 )

Day 26
Pray that your husband will discover and live his God-given purpose. Pray that he will offer all his dreams to the Lord, and pursue only those goals that will bring God glory and count for eternity. (Jer. 29:11 ; 1 Cor. 10:31 )

Day 27
Pray that your husband will understand the importance of taking care of his body—the temple of the Holy Spirit—for the glory of God. Pray that he will practice self-control by making wise food choices, and get sufficient exercise to stay healthy. (Rom. 12:1-2 ; 1 Cor. 6:19-20 , 9:27 )

Day 28
Pray that your husband will be a man of prayer. Pray that he will seek and pursue God in purposeful quiet times. (1 Thess. 5:17 ; Luke 22:46 ; James 5:16 )

Day 29
Pray that your husband will surrender his time and talents to the Lord. Pray that his spiritual gifts will be manifest in his career, at church, and in your home. (Eph. 5:15-16 ; 1 Cor. 12:4 , 7 )

Day 30
Pray that your husband will serve God and others with pure motives. Pray that he will obey the Lord from his heart, and glorify Him in everything. (1 Cor. 10:13 ; John 7:17-18 ; Col. 3:23-24 )

Day 31
Pray that your husband will recognize the lies of the Enemy in his life. Pray that his attitudes and actions will be guided by the truth as he brings his thoughts into captivity to the Word of God. (John 8:44 ; 2 Cor. 10:4-5 )
 
The emotion of despair can paralyze and debilitate even the strongest of souls. Pressures from every side can be perplexing; persecution can make us feel as though we've been struck down. When life is filled with despair, we must not give up. Instead we can turn to God, our loving Father, and His powerful Word to regain focus.

In 2 Corinthians 4:7 we read about a treasure, but the treasure is kept in a jar of clay. That seems like an odd place for a treasure. Usually we would keep our valuable treasures in a vault, in a safety deposit box, or in a strong, protected place. A jar of clay is fragile, and easily broken. Upon further inspection, this jar of clay reveals flaws, chips, and cracks. It's not a vessel of great worth or monetary value, but rather a common, ordinary vessel.

We are that earthen vessel, that fragile clay pot! Our bodies, our outward appearance, our essential humanity, our physical disabilities, our shattered dreams, these are all elements of our jar of clay. None of these things can bring meaning or a sense of value to our lives. If we focus on our human side, despair is bound to set in.

But the wonderful secret to overcoming despair is also revealed in these verses in 2 Corinthians, chapter 4. Kept inside that broken, fragile, ordinary jar of clay is a treasure, a priceless treasure of immeasurable worth!

2 Corinthians 4:7-12; 16-18 (NIV)

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are always being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that his life may be revealed in our mortal body. So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you.
Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

Let God's truth refocus your eyes today on the treasure that dwells within you. This treasure can fill the emptiest of vessels; after all, a jar is designed to hold something! That treasure is God himself, living within us, bringing his abundant life. In our own humanity we have no sense of wealth or worth, no value in this jar of clay. We are simply an empty jar. But when this humanity is filled with deity, we receive what we were created to hold, the very life of God. He is our treasure!

When we look only at the frail clay pot, despair is the natural result, but when we look at the glorious treasure we hold, we are inwardly renewed day by day. And those frailties and cracks in our clay pot? They are not to be despised, for they now serve a purpose! They allow the life of God, our cherished treasure, to seep out for all those around us to see.
 
Godsjewel said:
“She does him good . . .” (Proverbs 31:12a )

Bless your husband by praying for him! The Apostle Paul instructed all Christians to pray for one another (Ephesians 6:18 ). This includes wives’ responsibility and privilege to pray for their husbands. Earnest prayer for your husband is good for him, for you and the spiritual health of your home (Proverbs 31:11-12 ).

Satan desires to destroy your husband, especially his character and his leadership in your relationship. Trust God through prayer as you daily surrender your husband and marriage to the Lord’s wise, loving care.

Day 1
Pray that your husband will grow spiritually and consider his accountability before the Lord. Pray that he will guard his heart by developing spiritual disciplines—Bible reading and study, prayer, meditation, scripture memorization, etc. (2 Peter 3:18 ; Prov. 4:23 )

Day 2
Pray that your husband’s relationship with God and His Word will bear fruit in his life. Pray that he will be a man of wisdom and understanding, fearing the Lord. (Prov. 3:7 , 9:10 ; Ps. 112:1 )

Day 3
Pray that your husband will be humble and quick to agree with God about his sin. Pray that his heart will be tender toward the voice of the Lord. (Ps. 51:2-4 ; Micah 6:8 )

Day 4
Pray that your husband will grow in leadership skills in your relationship—protecting and providing for you. Pray that he will lead you wisely and love you sacrificially, so that God will be glorified in your marriage. (Eph. 5:25-29 ; Col. 3:19 )

Day 5
Pray that your husband will be faithful to his wedding vows. Pray that he will have a desire to cultivate your relationship as a sign of his loyalty and commitment to you, and as a picture of Christ’s love for the Church. (Prov. 20:6 ; Gen. 2:24 )

Day 6
Pray that your husband will love righteousness and hate wickedness, especially the evils of the culture. Pray that he will recognize and avoid wickedness in his own life, and if necessary, take a clear, strong stand against evil. (Prov. 27:12 ; John 17:15 ; 1 Cor. 10:12-13 )

Day 7
Pray that your husband will safeguard his heart against inappropriate relationships with the opposite sex. Pray that his heart will be pure and undivided in his commitment to you. (Prov. 6:23-24 , 26 ; Rom. 13:14 )

Day 8
Pray that your husband will work hard to provide for your family, to the best of his ability. Pray that the character qualities necessary for a successful career and ministry will be a growing part of his character—persistence, decisiveness, strength, an analytical mind, organizational skills, positive relationships with people, determination, etc. (Rom. 12:11 ; 1 Cor. 15:58 )

Day 9
Pray that your husband handle finances wisely, will have discernment concerning budgeting and investments, and will be a good steward of his money in regard to giving to the Lord’s work. Pray that money will not become a source of discord in your family. (Prov. 23:4-5 ; Rom. 12:13 ; Heb. 13:5 )

Day 10
Pray that your husband will cultivate strong integrity, and not compromise his convictions. Pray that his testimony will be genuine, that he will be honest in his business dealings, and will never do anything that he needs to hide from others. (Prov. 20:7 ; 1 Tim. 1:5 , 3:7 ; Eph. 6:10-12 )

Day 11
Pray that your husband will have a humble, teachable spirit and a servant’s heart before the Lord. Pray that he will listen to God and desire to do His will. (Prov. 15:33 ; Eph. 6:6 )

Day 12
Pray that your husband will yield his sexual drive to the Lord and practice self control. Pray that your sexual intimacy together will be fresh, positive, and a reflection of selfless love. (Prov. 5:15 , 18 ; 1 Cor. 7:3 ; Song of Solomon 7:10 )

Day 13
Pray that your husband use practical skills to build your family and make wise decisions for your welfare. Pray that he will serve unselfishly. (Gal. 5:13 ; Phil. 2:3-4 )

Day 14
Pray that your husband will speak words that build you and your family, and reflect a heart of love. Pray that he will not use filthy language. (Prov. 18:21 ; Eph. 4:29 )

Day 15
Pray that your husband will choose his friends wisely. Pray that God will bring him men who will encourage his accountability before God, and will not lead him into sin. (Prov. 13:20 ; Prov. 27:17 )

Day 16
Pray that your husband will choose healthy, God-honoring activities. Pray that he will not live in bondage to any questionable habits or hobbies, but that he will experience freedom in holiness as he yields to the Spirit’s control. (1 Cor. 6:12 , 10:31 ; 2 Tim. 2:4 )

Day 17
Pray that your husband will enjoy his manliness as he patterns his life after Christ and strong men in the faith. Pray for his physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual strength. (Eph. 3:16 ; 1 Peter 2:21 ; 1 Cor. 10:11 )

Day 18
Pray that your husband will have an eternal perspective—living in light of eternity. Pray that he will reject materialism and temporal values and put God first in his life. (Matt. 6:33 ; Deut. 6:5 ; Eph. 5:16 ; Ps. 90:12 )

Day 19
Pray that your husband will be patient and a man of peace. Pray that he will not give in to anger, but will allow the Holy Spirit to control his responses. (Rom. 14:19 ; Ps. 34:14 )

Day 20
Pray that your husband will yield his mind and thoughts to the Lord. Pray that he will not entertain immoral or impure thoughts, and that he will resist the temptation to indulge in pornography. (Prov. 27:12 ; 2 Cor. 10:5 )

Day 21
Pray that your husband will learn how to relax in the Lord and, in his greatest times of stress, find joy and peace in his relationship with God. Pray that he will submit his schedule to the Lord. (Neh. 8:10 ; Prov. 17:22 ; Ps. 16:11 )

Day 22
Pray that your husband will practice forgiveness in your relationship and with others. Pray that he will recognize any roots of bitterness, and yield any resentment and unforgiving attitudes to the Lord. (Eph. 4:32 ; Heb. 12:15 )

Day 23
Pray that your husband will be a good father—disciplining his children wisely and loving them unconditionally. If he is not a father, pray that he will find a young man to mentor in the things of the Lord. (Eph. 6:4 ; Col. 3:21 ; 2 Tim. 2:1-2 )

Day 24
Pray that your husband will have a balanced life—that he will balance work and play. Pray that he will fear God, but also gain favor with people he knows at work and church. (Luke 2:52 ; Prov. 13:15 )

Day 25
Pray that your husband will be courageous in his stand against evil and injustice, and that he will stand for the truth. Pray that he will protect you and your family from Satan’s attacks. (Ps. 31:24 ; Eph. 6:13 ; Ps. 27:14 )

Day 26
Pray that your husband will discover and live his God-given purpose. Pray that he will offer all his dreams to the Lord, and pursue only those goals that will bring God glory and count for eternity. (Jer. 29:11 ; 1 Cor. 10:31 )

Day 27
Pray that your husband will understand the importance of taking care of his body—the temple of the Holy Spirit—for the glory of God. Pray that he will practice self-control by making wise food choices, and get sufficient exercise to stay healthy. (Rom. 12:1-2 ; 1 Cor. 6:19-20 , 9:27 )

Day 28
Pray that your husband will be a man of prayer. Pray that he will seek and pursue God in purposeful quiet times. (1 Thess. 5:17 ; Luke 22:46 ; James 5:16 )

Day 29
Pray that your husband will surrender his time and talents to the Lord. Pray that his spiritual gifts will be manifest in his career, at church, and in your home. (Eph. 5:15-16 ; 1 Cor. 12:4 , 7 )

Day 30
Pray that your husband will serve God and others with pure motives. Pray that he will obey the Lord from his heart, and glorify Him in everything. (1 Cor. 10:13 ; John 7:17-18 ; Col. 3:23-24 )

Day 31
Pray that your husband will recognize the lies of the Enemy in his life. Pray that his attitudes and actions will be guided by the truth as he brings his thoughts into captivity to the Word of God. (John 8:44 ; 2 Cor. 10:4-5 )
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Stands on a chair waving her hanky!!! Woohoo Preach Sista!!:happydance:
 
Pity party moment...

Two announcements within 6 hours...one of which is estimated for what might have been a due date if that faint positive was truly a positive...

Okay...pity party over...I'm trying to be strong but the mood swings I've had today have been SO wide. Happy to angry to ecstatic to despondent....and I'm only about 6 dpo right now! No where near my normal time for AF mood swings. This is NOT a normal cycle for me in terms of my TWW. I even started temping again just to make sure I was showing the normal range for my post ov temps (which I am). But no breast tenderness or sensitivity at all and some daily mini cramps like before ovulation. Really weird.
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUl-fACDWh4&feature=youtu.be

I know Dana Personally.. She just lost her Mom to cancer at a very young age.. She has heartaches after heartaches yet she carries on and encourages others.. Be encouraged!
 
Oh, ProfWife. I know that feeling. It's the same feeling I had last month when a girl I grew up in church with announced her 3rd pregnancy and that the due date is Christmas Day - the same mine would've been. Took a huge break from everything for a few days to get my heart back in the right place. I'm glad it didn't take that for you!

Praying for you and your TWW!
 
ProfWife said:
Pity party moment...

Two announcements within 6 hours...one of which is estimated for what might have been a due date if that faint positive was truly a positive...

Okay...pity party over...I'm trying to be strong but the mood swings I've had today have been SO wide. Happy to angry to ecstatic to despondent....and I'm only about 6 dpo right now! No where near my normal time for AF mood swings. This is NOT a normal cycle for me in terms of my TWW. I even started temping again just to make sure I was showing the normal range for my post ov temps (which I am). But no breast tenderness or sensitivity at all and some daily mini cramps like before ovulation. Really weird.
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Sadly we aren't promised that we won't have days like this, but we do have hope in our Lord that He will bring comfort and peace during those times when we need Him if we just call on His name.

Praying that we will all continually have praise on our lips for the good things He has already done for us.

Whenever I hear of a pregnancy or see a pregnant woman walking down the street, I begin to pray for them and their journey...we don't always know what it took for them to get to that place and I pray that they have a good pregnancy and easy labor. I find that helps me and doesn't allow the enemy to attack my heart.

Believe me, after almost 6 yrs of ttc, it gets easier once you let go and give it all to God. I had to come to the place where I knew there was nothing I could do to change my circumstance, but I could be happy and full of peace and joy in the waiting.

love you and pray that you feel God's loving arms surround you :hugs:
 
We have learned the God’s peace is powerful. We’ve learned that His peace surpasses any other and that He extends it over you. But there is so much more!

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts...

Imagine peace standing guard over your heart! Remember that I told you how I love to learn the original meaning of words found in Scripture? You’re gonna love this one! The word “guard” in this verse literally means “sentinel, military guard, actively keeping guard...” The peace of God stands as a sentinel over your heart! You’ve all seen the pictures of brave men and women who fight for freedom all over this nation. You’ve seen the determination in their eyes. You’ve heard stories of soldiers who gave their lives to protect others and who never hesitate for a moment even when encountering the strongest of enemies. The peace of God does the same over your heart! His peace stands strong and firm guarding your heart from the anxiety that infertility brings!

Read Romans 8:31 with me:

What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?

What shall we say to these things--all your “everythings”! What do you say when anxiety over the next cycle rises? You say to the fear and the worry--“If God is for me, who can be against me!” The peace of God stands as a strong soldier guarding you, protecting you! Whatever situation you face that brings you anxiety--whether infertility or any other happening in your life--must stand toe to toe with the peace of God standing sentinel over you! Hallelujah!

Wait! It gets even better!

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds...

The peace of God will stand sentinel over every part of you. He promises to stand protecting your heart and your mind. When He promises His peace over your heart, He is recognizing the anxiety that plagues your emotions. Your desires, feelings, passions, affections. The emotional side of infertility is usually much harder than the physical. Our hearts are torn in to by our strong desire to be someone’s mother. Maternal instincts are strong, even when there is not yet a baby to pour into. God understands that. He knows that your heart needs protecting. When you trust Him enough to turn your anxiety over to Him, come to Him in thankful prayer, asking for His favor and letting your requests be made known to Him, He assures you He will let His peace reign and stand guard over your heart.

But all of us are not the same. Some of us face a more difficult battle in the mind than in the heart. Some are thinkers more so than feelers! She has eggs. He has sperm. They join together to make a baby. End of struggle. Right? Why did this treatment not work? My numbers were high. What else could be wrong? Let me do the research. I’ll participate in the study. This is just not working out like it’s supposed to!

God hasn’t left you thinkers out! His peace promises to stand guard over your heart and your mind! God addresses the cognitive, logical, thinking side of you! He can speak peace not only to your heart and emotions, but your mind and your thoughts as well!

One final thought...

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Remember who it is who is ushering in this marvelous peace: Jesus Christ! You know the struggle with infertility well. Never forget who it is who stands sentinel over your heart and mind!

Who is this Jesus?

Our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6)
A man of sorrow, acquainted with grief (Isaiah 53:3)
A friend who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24)
Our refuge, our strength, and a very present help in time of trouble (Psalm 46:1)

-Beth Forbus
 
Not sure how many other teachers are in here, but tonight I heard words that truly validated my entire career.

Our seniors graduated tonight. One of them passed me in the tunnel, hugged me and said, "Because of you, I want to be an English teacher." I tear up every time I think of it. Talk about a moment God gave me when I really needed something to hold to. Being able to pray with and for my students (I'm blessed to work at a private Christian school) is irreplaceable. God has blessed me so much.

Just had to share.
 
Another month of af showing :( a little upset when she first showed up but I've made up my mind to be happy & to keep trusting God. It'll all work out in His perfect timing even though it's hard to see it sometimes I know he's got it all under control. (:
 
PRAYER

If we allow our time alone with the Lord to stop being a priority, we open
ourselves up to discouragement, doubt, disillusionment, and disaster.

Prayer lifts up our burdens so that we don't have to bear their weight. Whether they are giving to us by the Lord in order to teach us or are self-imposed as a result of the decisions we make, GOD tells us to cast our burdens upon HIM. ( 1Peter 5:7 )

Remember, prayer isn't just a comfort in times of need;
it's essential for our survival.

Weary believers are prime targets for the enemy's attacks. 1st discouragement,then losing hope and then doubt.. Not only can we pray we have each other to pray.. The prayers of the righteous avail much!!!
 
GodzChica said:
PRAYER

If we allow our time alone with the Lord to stop being a priority, we open
ourselves up to discouragement, doubt, disillusionment, and disaster.

Prayer lifts up our burdens so that we don't have to bear their weight. Whether they are giving to us by the Lord in order to teach us or are self-imposed as a result of the decisions we make, GOD tells us to cast our burdens upon HIM. ( 1Peter 5:7 )

Remember, prayer isn't just a comfort in times of need;
it's essential for our survival.

Weary believers are prime targets for the enemy's attacks. 1st discouragement,then losing hope and then doubt.. Not only can we pray we have each other to pray.. The prayers of the righteous avail much!!!
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I love this! :)
 
uwa_amanda said:
GodzChica said:
PRAYER

If we allow our time alone with the Lord to stop being a priority, we open
ourselves up to discouragement, doubt, disillusionment, and disaster.

Prayer lifts up our burdens so that we don't have to bear their weight. Whether they are giving to us by the Lord in order to teach us or are self-imposed as a result of the decisions we make, GOD tells us to cast our burdens upon HIM. ( 1Peter 5:7 )

Remember, prayer isn't just a comfort in times of need;
it's essential for our survival.

Weary believers are prime targets for the enemy's attacks. 1st discouragement,then losing hope and then doubt.. Not only can we pray we have each other to pray.. The prayers of the righteous avail much!!!
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I love this! :)
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Praise GOD!! :hugs:
 
Pray with me:
Father God, in the name of Jesus, Your Word declares that Jesus went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil. The Word also declares that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. So Father God, in Jesus' name, I thank You that this Word is mine; healing is mine. I rebuke the devil and I refuse his strategies, by the blood of Jesus and in the name of Jesus. I plead the blood of Jesus over my life, my body, my mind. I am strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. I speak life over my body. I am free in Jesus' name. I am whole by the blood of Jesus' and in the authority of God's Word. I choose life. I choose strength. I choose a sound mind. I choose God's way all the way and right away in my life. My body and mind are God normal---in the name of Jesus. Amen
 
GodzChica said:
Pray with me:
Father God, in the name of Jesus, Your Word declares that Jesus went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil. The Word also declares that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. So Father God, in Jesus' name, I thank You that this Word is mine; healing is mine. I rebuke the devil and I refuse his strategies, by the blood of Jesus and in the name of Jesus. I plead the blood of Jesus over my life, my body, my mind. I am strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. I speak life over my body. I am free in Jesus' name. I am whole by the blood of Jesus' and in the authority of God's Word. I choose life. I choose strength. I choose a sound mind. I choose God's way all the way and right away in my life. My body and mind are God normal---in the name of Jesus. Amen
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Amen! thank you!
 
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