Crawling into bed in the wee hours last night, the only question I had was, “Lord, what should I think about all this, regarding Mary’s cancer?”
Though he didn’t answer right away, in the 6:00 AM hour he did. Before my eyes opened, he put a passage of Scripture into my mind that was resounding like the chimes in a Christmas concert. Over and over it came as God wanted to be sure I didn’t miss his answer to my question.
Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” ( John 11:25-26)
Jesus was doing what he did throughout the Gospels, answering my question by asking one of his own. It didn’t take two seconds to answer, “Absolutely!” And that brief conversation, which took place before my head left the pillow, set the tone for today.
Although the enemy of our souls, Satan, would like us to be despondent and despairing with the news of Mary’s cancer recurrence, yesterday she hung a banner over the upsetting news: “Rejoice in the Lord always.” And she plans to do that to the best of her ability.
The piece of God’s Word delivered to me this morning seemed to be God’s stamp of approval on Mary’s determination to handle her crisis his way. As she places her hand in his on each of the days he gives her, the rest of us will do just fine if we follow their lead.
“I know the one in whom I trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him.” (2 Timothy 1:12)
Praising and Praying with Mary
- I’m thankful for the incredible response of people willing to pray for me, for us, and I sincerely feel it.
- I’m thankful that so far I don’t have new symptoms and feel pretty good.
- Thank you for praying for our family as each one adjusts to the difficult news of the cancer.
I love how our God is a VERY present HELP in time of trouble☼ ..and He walks with me, and He talks with me. And He tells me I am His own. And the joy we share as we tarry there, none other hath ever known (But the body of Christ 😉 ) ♪ Prayers going up♪♪♪
I m reminded of the footprints in the sand picture where there is only one set of footprints when Christ carries us through the tough times in our lives. May we feel His strength to bring us through those times.
“Because He lives, I can face tomorrow, Because He lives all fear is gone; Because He lives I know He holds the future, and life is worth the living, Just because He lives!”
Your family is in my prayers. God Bless All of you.
As I just responded to yesterdays blog about Mary’s temporal news and read today’s focus from you, tears still well up as I type. Oh, I know Mary loves Jesus and her faith is going to be the strength her family needs as they watch her depart. Oh, I know that as humans we are but a (dash) between two dates here on earth. Oh, I know she is going the way of all men. Oh, I know, I know, I know. But with as many ‘I know’s’ as I pen, I reach up to Jesus asking Him to carry each of you on a plane that can only be described by giving Him glory. May each day be a time of holy joys. Praying over each of you.
I stand amazed in what God is already doing: leading us in the procession of not being afraid or angry. And giving us confidence in Himself, as He walks alongside us. Mary, I am praying for you and your family – and I will continue.
” Many things about tomorrow,I don’t seem to understand, but I know who holds tomorrow, and I know WHO HOLDS my hand ” ! Jimmy Glauser,here.
Journaling, along with photos, will be used of the Lord, today and tomorrow. Souls are and will be Saved, as a result of Mary’s Journey on Earth to Heaven. Folks will be returning to their Heavenly Father, with repentive hearts. It’s time for all of us to get our Earthly Affairs in order, and to make sure we are Spiritually prepared to meet God, face to FACE ! None of us are assured we will be here, in the next hour. So thankful to have Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine !!! I love Mary and You. Marge
I am reminded of the statement of a grandmother in one of Zena Henderson’s sci fi books – “I’ve been Called!” The journey may be difficult at times, but the destination is oh, so glorious! And Mary has been Called. May the joy of that Call permeate your souls and hearts. Sending my love to all of you.
Thinking of you all, praying for you, and loving you!!
Mary and Berv,I felt so badly when I heard the news of the recurrence. Not only for you,but for your loved ones as well. Please know that God has,and is , working through you to touch many of us . Please also know that the daily prayers will continue. May He grant you peace as you face this new battle. Mary Ann
Mary, your courage and grace has been an inspiration to many of us. We pray that God will bless you with more enjoyable days than you imagined possible. Fervently praying for all of you.
Thank you for your postings. Although I am very saddened, I find comfort in knowing our wonderful aunt Mary has so much faith in our God above. When that time indeed does come, He will be blessed with a wonderful person who even in the worst of time has unwavering faith. We love you Aunt Mary!
So many beautiful comments, I pray each one will give you the encouragement to embrace each moment, each breath, each day with a new joy, peace and excitement of knowing your eternal journey is giving you the privilege to be there to welcome those that come later…and pray all of this will be without the pain of body and heart! May laughter fill your life like a stream flowing over the rocks, making music to the glory of God….soothing to the soul, giving comfort to your mortal being….all of you. So many lives touched by your communication in HIS love. God bless !!
Rejoice that you have a person(s) in your life that the thought of losing them brings you to the edge of despair. What a GIFT you have received and enjoyed.