I heard that awful word tonight. It's probably one of the most hated words known to man. Unfortunately, it seems at one time or another, we all hear it. So, tonight I did again. The unknown masses my uncle has are malignant- which means cancer. I've seen people deal with cancer and I know what treatment can do to someone. No matter how big or small, it's going to be an uphill battle.
It brought to mind the others I've known with health struggles. What have they had in common with my uncle? A deep faith and trust in God has always been a part of life. Knowing that God s walking right next to them, and being a part of everything was a blessing. Not only that, but what I experienced, as did some others, is the Christian love that was shown by others. People came out of the woodwork to help, to bring meals, to offer words of encouragement, or to pray. When my husband was sick, people I didn't even know were praying for us. People I didn't even know came up to me and prayed with me. There are few things as powerful as praying with a stranger asking for God's comfort!
It was during those times of struggle, that God appeared in many ways, through many people. I am confident that my uncle's journey will be no different. Being a very loved member of his community and of his faith community, I know that many prayers will be lifted up for his comfort and healing. As I told my dad tonight, one of the great things our family has is stubbornness. This gift God has given us will help him on the tough days.
So, even though it's a hard thing to hear, I know God is here. I know He has a plan and that He will put the people my uncle needs in His path. It's in these times that we need to search to see God the most. It's easy on the awesome days, on the days we have a "Mountain top" experience. But, it's the hard days when it's vital to find Him and cling to His words and to trust in Him.
Psalm 46:10
10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.”
Blessings,
Jennifer
It brought to mind the others I've known with health struggles. What have they had in common with my uncle? A deep faith and trust in God has always been a part of life. Knowing that God s walking right next to them, and being a part of everything was a blessing. Not only that, but what I experienced, as did some others, is the Christian love that was shown by others. People came out of the woodwork to help, to bring meals, to offer words of encouragement, or to pray. When my husband was sick, people I didn't even know were praying for us. People I didn't even know came up to me and prayed with me. There are few things as powerful as praying with a stranger asking for God's comfort!
It was during those times of struggle, that God appeared in many ways, through many people. I am confident that my uncle's journey will be no different. Being a very loved member of his community and of his faith community, I know that many prayers will be lifted up for his comfort and healing. As I told my dad tonight, one of the great things our family has is stubbornness. This gift God has given us will help him on the tough days.
So, even though it's a hard thing to hear, I know God is here. I know He has a plan and that He will put the people my uncle needs in His path. It's in these times that we need to search to see God the most. It's easy on the awesome days, on the days we have a "Mountain top" experience. But, it's the hard days when it's vital to find Him and cling to His words and to trust in Him.
Psalm 46:10
New International Version (NIV)
10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.”
Jennifer
Sorry to hear about your Uncle...what a wonderful person, and choir director. He is and will be well remembered for all of his community services..most of all the Messiah will welcome him open armed. I will pray for strength, healing and little pain for him...what a wonderful person. Love you Jen.
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