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Hello, I'm Mara

My life is a testament to the dangers of seeking love in all the wrong places. I made the devastating decision to have an abortion when I was twenty-one and committed the shameful act of adultery in my first marriage.

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But God chose to forgive and redeem me and gave me an abundant life of joy and peace beyond anything I ever imagined.

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Scroll down to read more of my story, and visit my YouTube and social media pages to learn more about my ministry...

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Let the redeemed of the LORD tell their story –
those He redeemed from the hand of the enemy. Psalm 107:2

My Story

In the depths of my brokenness and wearisome pursuit of validation, I fell victim to the deceptive allure of temporary pleasures and false promises. My choices ruined my life and hurt others.

 

Throughout my life, even in my darkest moments, God's unfailing love and faithfulness pursued me. He reached down and pulled me up from the depths of despair, embracing me with His divine mercy and grace. Through Christ's redemption, I discovered a love that surpasses all understanding and forgiveness that knows no bounds.

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Today, I stand as a living testament to God's transformative power. I’m a wife to Mark, mom to Zach, and grandma to Ezra and Olivia. I write and speak, advocating for pre-born children, women in unexpected pregnancies, and women suffering the trauma of abortion. The love of Christ compels me to share my testimony of God’s redeeming love and the transforming power of believing Jesus is enough to help others live an abundant life in Christ.

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I’m passionate about the Bible. It is the source of truth, healing, and hope that has transformed my life. I have learned the gospel that saves us also heals us.

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I'm here to mentor women who are desperately seeking hope and healing as I once was. I understand the pain, struggles, and yearning for a new life. With the Holy Spirit as your guide through God’s Word, you can uncover your true identity in Christ, and He will guide you toward a life filled with purpose, joy, and peace.

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Together with my ministry partner, Melissa Dykman, I have the honor of speaking at the Abundant Life Gatherings where we lift our voices in worship to God, share our stories of triumph over adversity, and delve into the life-transforming teachings of the Bible. It is a place of sweet fellowship and discipleship, where women and families are strengthened and equipped to embrace their true calling in Christ.

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My life is not defined by the mistakes I have made or the pain I have endured. It is defined by the immeasurable grace and redemption I have experienced through the unrelenting love of God. I am a living testimony to His faithfulness, and my purpose is to inspire the church to be a house of refuge for women and couples facing unplanned pregnancies and a place of healing and forgiveness for those who have experienced the trauma of abortion.

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No matter what you have done or how far you have strayed, there is hope for you. Believe that Jesus is enough, and let His love and Word guide you toward a life filled with purpose, peace, and the unending joy that can only be found in Him.

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Love in Christ,

Mara

Questions? Prayer request? Send me a note. I'd love to encourage you.

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