Dancing Upon Barren Land: Prayer, Scripture Reflections, and Hope for Infertility

by Lesli A. Westfall

When experiencing infertility, the unexpected happens. Your feelings about yourself and your relationship with others and your belief in God are confused and complicated. Dancing Upon Barren Land - Prayer, Scripture Reflections, and Hope for Infertility is a helpful companion for those dark, lonely days. *Specific Prayers Topics and Supporting Scripture *Helpful Truths to Living Life While You Wait *Supporting Ideas for Family Members or Friends *Resource Aid for Ministry Leader *Discussion Topics for Support Groups

126 pages, Paperback

First published January 18, 2013

Reviews

[Katherine Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don’t normally review devotionals, but this was one I couldn’t refuse because the subject is such a big part of my story: infertility. My husband and I traveled this painful road for seven long years. Dancing Upon Barren Land is the book I wish I'd had on that journey.

Westfall writes of her own experience, from the heart in a highly relational way. Perhaps her most valuable gift to readers is that, as of publication, her prayers for fertility have not been answered–at least, not in the form of a child. And yet, though her longing remains as wide and deep as ever, she writes from an amazing position of peace and joy. She is a still-barren woman who is settled and happy. Her story provides a powerful testimony as to what can happen when we truly release our desires to God.

Dancing Upon Barren Land is a tome small enough to tuck into your purse as a resource to have with you at all times. To refer to for strength and encouragement and comfort when you’re suddenly hit by the unexpected. The prayers are alphabetized by subject for easy reference, and Westfall covers it all, from Anger to Abortion to feeling Forgotten and Waiting.

A jewel of a resource. Highly recommended.

[Lenore Webb · Rating 4 out of 5]

I recommend Lesli A. Westfall's book "Dancing Upon Barren Land" for hope to bring them to the next step in life. From her Pearland Texas office, inspiration and information has been given with the help of their website. There is now a book to help for who need ministry through prayer, scripture and reflections of hope. I have read through this book and even without having the pain, I have gained strength to maybe help others. My own JD is looking at a life where she may never have children of her own. I hope that if that decision continues throughout her life she will know that there is support for her. She will not be alone, forsaken and never without those who love and need her.