God Is Able
- Kristina Smith
- May 16
- 2 min read
I want to share something deeply personal that has touched my heart. It all began on a remarkable Monday morning. At 3:30 am, I received the call every grandparent dreams of: my daughter was heading into labor! The excitement was overwhelming as I packed my “Oma’s bag” and made my way to the hospital. Arriving at 4:30 am, I knew we were in for a tough journey. My daughter Amanda faced a long and challenging labor, ultimately needing a C-Section after two hours of pushing. As a mother and a grandmother, the emotions were intense.
Watching Amanda transition into motherhood with Blake by her side has been one of the greatest gifts I could ever witness. Amanda and Blake faced significant challenges even before Annalynn was born. After a difficult conception journey, Amanda experienced a tough pregnancy that required a cervical cerclage and bedrest. But through it all, I held on to faith. The miracle happened on May 12, 2025, when Annalynn Pearl made her grand entrance at 9:01 pm, weighing 9.8 lbs and measuring 20.5 inches long. God truly made a way.
Fast forward, and here we are, navigating the hurdles that came with Annalynn's birth. It hasn’t been easy, but I believe in the power of prayer and the support we’ve received. It’s been heartwarming to see how many people have rallied around us. In this journey, I have found great comfort in the notion of being refined by fire. Just as silver is refined under intense heat, I see how God is holding Annalynn and our family close, watching over us in this process. As the verse from Malachi 3:3 states, “He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver.” The silver smith's careful eye on the process reminds me that God is watching us closely, ensuring no harm comes. He knows exactly when we are fully refined, and in that moment, His image is reflected in us. Through every challenge, I claim that Annalynn is an OVERCOMER and that “God is Able.” A song that resonates deeply with my spirit during this time is "Even If" by MercyMe. It has been a constant source of comfort, reminding me of the hope we have in Christ. I wanted to share this testimony to express the faith and love that surrounds us, even when facing the toughest trials. Each day, I see God's grace and mercy at work, shaping us into the family He desires us to be. If you too have gone through a hot spot or still are. Remember that God is with you. If you don't know Jesus as your personnel Lord and Savior nows the time to call on him and ask Him to come into your life. Ask the Lord to come into your situation and to refine you. He loves you so much and God has great plans for you too.
Again, Thank you for everyones love, prayers and support for our sweet Annalynn Pearl and her family. God is seeing her through. Our sweet Annaynn Pearl. Our Overcomer.
God Is Able.
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