Tuesday, September 13, 2005
A look back
"Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer." Romans 12:12
Two months ago (July 12) Malcom underwent a 5 hour operation to remove the malignant tumor from his colon. One month ago (August 11) we were told the cancer had spread to the point that if something wasn't done soon, major organ failure was inevitable within a month. So here we find ourselves on September 12 marveling at what God has accomplished. Malcom is far from being healed, but we are rejoicing in hope. One benefit of journaling is being able to look back at previous entries and recognize just how much God has done, thus receiving encouragement to face the days yet unknown.
We were so blessed today. The visit with our Taiwanese friends ended on such a sweet note, with plans to see each other again later this year Lord willing. And then the day brought forth a wonderful surprise with my Uncle Ed and Aunt Donna coming to see us all the way from South Dakota! God's love for us is very evident as He continually demonstrates it to us through the loving care and concern of so many wonderful people, both family and friends.
A look back--thank you, Jesus, for what You have done.
A review of this day--thank you, Lord, for unexpected joy.
A tentative peek at tomorrow? I cannot predict what challenges the next month will hold. So while we rejoice in hope, we are also prepared to be patient in tribulation, ever lifting our hearts in prayer to God. For He is the source and sustainer of life.
Two months ago (July 12) Malcom underwent a 5 hour operation to remove the malignant tumor from his colon. One month ago (August 11) we were told the cancer had spread to the point that if something wasn't done soon, major organ failure was inevitable within a month. So here we find ourselves on September 12 marveling at what God has accomplished. Malcom is far from being healed, but we are rejoicing in hope. One benefit of journaling is being able to look back at previous entries and recognize just how much God has done, thus receiving encouragement to face the days yet unknown.
We were so blessed today. The visit with our Taiwanese friends ended on such a sweet note, with plans to see each other again later this year Lord willing. And then the day brought forth a wonderful surprise with my Uncle Ed and Aunt Donna coming to see us all the way from South Dakota! God's love for us is very evident as He continually demonstrates it to us through the loving care and concern of so many wonderful people, both family and friends.
A look back--thank you, Jesus, for what You have done.
A review of this day--thank you, Lord, for unexpected joy.
A tentative peek at tomorrow? I cannot predict what challenges the next month will hold. So while we rejoice in hope, we are also prepared to be patient in tribulation, ever lifting our hearts in prayer to God. For He is the source and sustainer of life.
4 Comments:
AMEN! We praise God with you!
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from, Dave and Terri
Praising God that He is all sufficient for every hour, day, minute. I am glad you are resting in His care and praying for complete healing.
Sue M
You are right, Carol, about journaling being a good way to rememember what has 'really' happened. As humans, we tend to only remember the bad things. Thanks for your post!! They are an encouragement to us all.
JOY in Thailand
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