HOLY

Huddle

Halfway through a busy morning, I clicked my computer to check my schedule. My next client for an ultrasound appointment was listed as “abortion-minded.”

Heading down the hall, I noticed a group of women gathered outside our boutique. These dedicated volunteers come each week to organize baby clothes, clean, and make the space welcoming for our clients.

“Good morning.” They greeted me in unison.

“Yes, good morning to you too.” I quickly moved past them. But then something made me stop and turn back. “Hey, I’m on my way to do an ultrasound for an abortion-minded client. Please pray.”

They agreed, and I realized I’d left something in my office. After retrieving it, I passed by the women again. This time, they were huddled together like a football team right there in the hallway, murmuring prayers. I paused for a moment, listening to their soft, reverent voices. They were interceding for the mother I was about to meet, pleading that God would change her heart.

I smiled as I continued to the ultrasound room. After I introduced myself, I sat with the young woman, “How are you doing today?”

“I’m not in a good place.” She held her breath. “I need to have an abortion.”

I listened to her story and was filled with compassion for her pain and uncertainty. When she was ready, we began the ultrasound. As I moved the probe, the baby’s image appeared on the screen. I pointed out the little arms and legs, and the heartbeat pulsed strong and clear.

“At 26 weeks, your baby is very well-developed,” I said softly.

Her mouth dropped open. Silent tears streamed down her cheeks.

“I can’t,” she whispered.

After I finished the scan, I let her sit silently for a few moments and then asked, “How are you feeling?”

Then she looked at me in desperation. “There’s no way I can go through with an abortion.”

I printed off the black-and-white images of her beautiful baby. She cradled them in her hands. We talked a bit longer, and I listened to her many concerns. Then I said, “We have an adoption consultant in the office today. Would you like to speak with her?”

She nodded, hope replacing the fear in her eyes.

I’m so thankful for those four prayer warriors in the hallway. God answered their faithful intercession and saved a precious life that day.

At Clarity Clinic, we constantly lift our requests to our Father. This holiday season, join us in praying that God will meet every person who walks through our doors right where they are and help them take steps toward LIFE.

“Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”

– Matthew 18:20