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My daughter had been suffering for quite some time with discomfort and pain, and finally, she made an appointment with the doctor to have it checked out. The day arrived when I drove my daughter to the hospital for surgery. An exploratory camera would be inserted into a couple of cuts made in the abdominal area, to search for anything abnormal.
I wondered, What if there is something wrong and the news is not good? I thought about her husband and two children as I sat and waited. It is in a moment, in the blink of an eye, that something can happen on the operating table that could forever change the life of the individual and everyone who is connected.
As I waited, the following verse came to mind:
Philippians 4:6 – Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. (NASB)
It is at times such as these that we can ask God to be with the doctors, to direct their hands and minds, and to grant peace to all concerned. All we have to do is ask and trust. God, in His mercy, did hear my prayer and granted me peace.
The surgery went well, and my daughter received some good news. She also went for a second opinion and received better news.
If you are going through a rough time right now, wondering what the future will bring, or if you have just received some bad news about a loved one and you feel as if you've been hit by a truck and can't go on, remember our Lord's promise:
Isaiah 43:2 – When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, nor will the flame burn you. (NASB)
Most of us, at one time or another, have gone through or are at this very moment facing sickness, a loss, or some other hardship. Remember, we have doctors or nurses, our immediate and church families, and friends whom we can lean upon. But above all, we have a Friend who promises to be with us in all things. His name is Jesus.
Isaiah 41:10 – Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. (NASB)
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Thank you!!
Amen Rosemary.
Thank you Rosemary.
Praise God for His faithfulness shown towards us.
Blessings.
Dear Rosy,
A great devotional with all of my favorite verses. Thanks for sharing.
What a great message, Rosy.
You definitely have a God-given gift for writing, and sharing the love of God.
Dear Rosy,
This devotional is just what I needed today. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Blessings.
Dear Rosemary;
I just want to tell you that I Absolutely Loved your devotional from today.
Thank you for the beautiful Scriptures, they are inspiring.
Hi Rosy, A great devotional.
The answer is in a vital, personal and trusting relationship with the Lord. Her life proved this and so can ours.
Hello again. Rosy, This is such an important and wonderful message. Like so many of the precious things The Lord has told us in His Word, we need frequent reminders, and when they are couched in personal experiences the Word comes alive. Bless you for sharing in such a sensitive way.
Dear Rosemary,
Thank you so much for the words of wisdom, compassion, and reminding me of God’s love and inner peace that can only be found when I reach out to our Heavenly Father in times of stress…instead of turning inward and not allowing God to handle the situation. God’s blessings.
Good Morning Rosemary:
What a beautiful message assuring us our best friend is there with outstreatched arms ready to comfort and support us when we pass through the troubled waters of life.
He is indeed a loyal and attentive friend, never leaving or foresaking us regardless of what the situation may be. A message of hope for the entire world, if only they would grasp His hand and choose to serve Him.
I am pleased your daughter received good news following her surgery. Once again, your prayers were answered by the great physician.
Blessings always. I must not forget to thank you for all your beautiful devotionals. They bring light to my life and joy to my soul.
God bless you for sharing.
I found myself singing the hymn “What a friend we have in JESUS”.
Have we trials & temptations? Is there trouble any where? We should never be discouraged, Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Stay Blessed.