Inspired by “The Screwtape Letters” by C. S. Lewis My dear Gloomsprout, Your last report delighted me immensely. Your “patient” is progressing beautifully toward our goals. Twenty-eight months of trying to conceive, twenty-four negative pregnancy tests, one miscarriage and one chemical pregnancy have prepared the soil magnificently. But do not grow complacent, nephew. The real harvest is just beginning.  You’ve attacked her identity brilliantly. She no longer sees herself as

Through prayer, we find ourselves relying on saints and angels that hold specific missions or roles to help us heal and navigate our struggle. Through tears, prayer became my solace and comfort. I found saints I may never have encountered had it not been for infertility. I also realized angels and archangels could be powerful allies and friends. As we celebrate the feast of the archangel this week, I have chosen to take each archangel and show how they can be a great friend t

One particularly painful manifestation of toxic positivity and prosperity Gospel in Christian infertility circles is the emphasis that every couple in scripture who experienced infertility eventually had a child. We should remember that for every barren woman turned mother in scripture, many others were never blessed with children. When we present only the “success stories,” we inadvertently suggest that those still waiting simply haven’t waited long enough or prayed hard eno

Understanding these weapons and why they're targeted helps us recognize the enemy's tactics and stand firm in our faith. Each time we choose

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The nine days of prayer is considered to be the first novena, which took place in the time period between the Ascension and Pentecost.

“Be sure of this: if the master of the house had known the hour of night when the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and not let..

So, fear not sister. In those places of littleness and longing and emptiness, press into TRUST. And please know that in the remaining days..

Why use affirmations? Affirmations are positive statements, phrases or sentences which can be repeated often to counteract negative thoughts

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Spiritual warfare is quite literally a glimpse into hell. It’s painful, nasty and exhausting. When you’re in the midst of the spiritual...

Throughout Holy Week, let us be vigilant and keep watch. As we hear of Christ’s suffering and sacrifice for our souls, may we yearn to...

The devil is so cunning, isn’t he? Satan takes elements of truth and twists them in such a way that we suspend our free will because we...

If you are reading this blog post, the chances are you’re struggling with this very issue. Most people, like Olivia and William, find...

...what about “marriage and conflict”? I haven’t heard a song that does the topic justice. We don’t see the fights between Prince Charming..