Last evening, I was privileged to be part of the "Women's Choice Network" annual banquet which was held at one of the nicest restaurants on Mt. Washington.
The program for the evening included a number of videos and a talented guest speaker, but the real power for action came when three young women, whose first names all started with "J", shared their stories of how they discovered the Women's Choice Network and chose to keep their babies rather than have them aborted.
In the very brief 15 minute period (in total) that these women shared their stories the evening pivoted from being very informative and somewhat inspirational to being very convicting and motivating. The stories of these women, told in their own words, were rivoting and courageous. They spoke of how they faced incredibly difficult decisions, sometimes without family support, but did so because of the partnership of the Women's Choice Network and the people who believe so sacrificially in their cause.
By the end of the evening, (which closely followed their 3 brief testimonies) I know many people wanted to be part of what's happening in this ministry in our city and indeed were now prepared to do so.
The entire experience reminds me that "telling our story" can be the most convincing way to share with others about the difference that God can make in their lives. Somehow, by simply sharing what He's done for us, it helps others to believe that He will do it for them as well.
Last night was more than a banquet, it was a reminder to me that I must never stop telling my story and I would encourage you to consider that same reminder for your life as well. It may take courage and certainly faith, but in the end it's the most powerful thing that we can do for the sake of God and His Kingdom.
Gratefully,
Dr. Jay
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