Weariness does not equate to a lack of faith...just in case you were wondering. Am I particularly discouraged at this point in the journey? Yes. Have I hopes unfulfilled of finding a cure and returning to my "semi normal" life? Yes. None of my struggles with the disease though have caused me to question my relationship with God. As a Pastor I think people expect me to be cheerful and happy in all things and normally I am, but this doesn't mean that I don't struggle with the events of life.
The book of James which has developed a reputation for providing practical advice for Christians says in Chapter 1 Verse 12, "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him."
I realize that this is a trial and that once I have passed through it I will be able to understand it's significance in my life more clearly. I have just to look at all those I know who have battled Cancer gracefully to know that the future, whatever that may mean for me will be well worth the fight to get there.
The mountaintop is hard to see from its base, but I have just to look at my beautiful children to know that the view from there will be glorious. What I need now is a plan that lets me look past my current struggles and helps me focus on the mountaintop.
The book of James which has developed a reputation for providing practical advice for Christians says in Chapter 1 Verse 12, "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him."
I realize that this is a trial and that once I have passed through it I will be able to understand it's significance in my life more clearly. I have just to look at all those I know who have battled Cancer gracefully to know that the future, whatever that may mean for me will be well worth the fight to get there.
The mountaintop is hard to see from its base, but I have just to look at my beautiful children to know that the view from there will be glorious. What I need now is a plan that lets me look past my current struggles and helps me focus on the mountaintop.
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