We don’t talk much about the father of the baby because that special relationship is so fractured for many that they never engage in the battle for life or, for many reasons, are a negative influence. The breakdown of the family takes a toll on manhood and even negates it altogether. The influence of a father is immense, and when absent, sorely missed. Children know their story is not complete until they know who their dad is. The family is under such strain financially that most have no mom either as she is taking several jobs to provide a livable income.
Read MorePreparing the statistics for the monthly reports brings back all the memories of major battles on the strongholds of unbelief, fear, death and hatred. That one little and unassuming statistical number at the end of a column on a spreadsheet is a mountain that has moved because God has willed it. We get to witness each of those miracles in all their greatness at Seneca. It is beautiful, but sometimes not visible, as we look with untrained eyes. These things are happening in the deep inward parts of men/women.
Read MoreWe live in a culture where we seldom take time to process trauma or the inevitable and difficult disruptions and changes in our lives - mentally and emotionally. We don’t understand the importance of obtaining the skills of “mental and emotional intelligence.” All of us need some time to slow down and reflect.
Read MoreLast week we were blessed to present Seneca’s Annual Gala celebrating our 10-year anniversary of our commitment to love and service by walking with women and standing in the gap for women and their unborn babies. We believe that women need hope, help, and healing before, during, and after pregnancy. The support from the community of believers has been incredibly uplifting for our team at Seneca. The presence of the prayer partners during this campaign for 40 Days for Life has been an inspiration as well! We are eternally grateful to those of you who attended our Gala and are joining us for prayer on the frontlines.
Read MoreLast week alone we see the mighty mountains of the ideology of this culture of death being thrown into the sea as 4 women are choosing life for their babies! Our prayers are being answered and we see it! We specifically pray that the blinders would be removed and that the hearts of the powerful God-given instincts to be a protective mom return to our sisters. Many Christians came with powerful spiritual gifts in praying, some in speaking their specific language, and understanding their unique struggle. Others providing resources and administration all contributed to support this transformation.
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