Life is a delicate balance for a Christian. We are called to passionate zeal for God and a lost world. We are challenged to be women of the Word and intercession. We're also sisters, wives, mothers,and friends. We are to embrace all of life, guided by God's Word and Spirit.
So what does this have to do with Baby Showers? A Baby Shower may not seem spiritual to you, but it has tremendous spiritual significance. This is when the older women gather around the young expectant mother to calm her fears, teach her the process, and support her in the birthing process. It is what Elizabeth offered Mary...a sanctuary of relationship and prophetic insight.
A Baby Shower is when we all share one another's burdens - supplying what the new mother may lack for her child. We give with joy so that not one baby among us lacks.
A Baby Shower is when the young women gather around their young friend to celebrate and offer their support. These are the future spiritual "aunts" to the new babe, there to help with meals, babysitting, and a shoulder to lean on. They know the others will do the same for them.
A Baby Shower is when hands are laid on the exectant Mom to bless the delivery and to impart a new anointing for motherhood.
This is not a casual experience. Whether you know the new Mom personally, you are of the same family...daughters of the same wonderful Father. Can I encourage you to make it a priority to attend these special gatherings throughout the year? There's nothing worse than a Baby Shower with no "Elizabeth" and no young friends. It can be so lonely for the new Mom. Let's be FAMILY!
You can begin this Sunday at 3 p.m. for Amanda Higbee's Baby Shower at The Potter's House! Smile. If you can't be there,please pray it will be a true blessing to Amanda.
If you were blessed in some way by a Baby Shower thrown for you in the past, share it in the comment portion below! Your sisters will enjoy your story...
With Love,
Pastor Carla
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