Marriage Monday is Coming!

Our Topic: Infertility

The last time we met, we joyfully reflected on the topic of our children. And it’s been all smiles, gurgles, and warm cuddly skin in our family since the birth of our first grandson two weeks ago. Babies have definitely been on the brain around here.

However, I don't want to forget the pain of so many lovely Christian wives who—for whatever reason—have been unable to conceive a child. No doubt, there’s someone in your circle who has made the choice to seek medical help, adopt internationally, or remain childless.

Perhaps you’re the one still waiting to enlarge your family, and you’ve surrendered yourself to God’s perfect timing.

Moving Past the Pain

Whatever the case, on Monday Oct. 17 2011, let’s share what we’ve learned about moving past the pain of infertility. My hope is that other Marriage Monday participants struggling through a season of childlessness can benefit from your wisdom and experience. Please join us.

7 Writing Prompts

Should you need a few writing prompts, here are a few questions to help you formulate your blog post.

1. Were you adopted by a childless couple?
2. Were you an older bride, waiting “forever” to start a family?
3. Did you suffer any miscarriages or have difficulty conceiving?
4. Did you seek medical or alternative treatments for infertility?
5. Did you seek special counseling or prayer support?
6. Have you chosen to adopt?
7. Have decided to remain childless, free to “mother” the wider world?

As always, you’re encouraged to be creative. Prose, verse, photos, a video—you name it—all are welcome.

“Elkanah made love to his wife Hannah, and the LORD remembered her. So in the course of time Hannah became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, ‘Because I asked the LORD for him.’”
(I Sam 1:19-20)

See you on Monday!






Up Next—Marriage Monday: Infertility

Will you have time to join us on Monday?