"God NEVER stops building our faith. The day is coming when the things that scare you today will seem like no big deal." - Christine Caine
October 16th will mark one year since my doctor told me, "I wouldn't be surprised if this is cancer."
I never felt fearful about having cancer - I knew from day one that God had our days planned and He was with us. I WAS fearful about what the journey would look like, who would get all the things done that I needed to do - and I couldn't comprehend dealing with chemo. Now - after four surgeries, chemo, hair loss, too many prescriptions and doctors appointments to count, with more surgeries on the calendar - I have such a different perspective.
What stands out to me the most about this past year is how much my faith has grown. The things that I worried about and feared a year ago do not worry or frighten me now. I understand with such clarity how little control I have over my days - and how much God can be trusted to provide. I have seen God meet every need. Our family and friends have been His hands extended - sending a card, flowers, a meal, a word of encouragement; just what we needed, and just when we needed it.
One year later - God has been with us and God is good!!
"But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still and watch the LORD’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you!” 2 Chronicles 20:17 (NLT)
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