Our family received some sad news this week. FIL's tumor is back already and the doctor says there's nothing they can do. They say that time is short for him.
It's at times like this that I am especially thankful for my faith in God. I was reminded of that again this week as I read the Death is Not a Threat post at the Desiring God blog. Philippians 1:21 says that "to live is Christ, and to die is gain". When a life is dedicated to God dying is not a threat, it is a promotion. Sure it still hurts when you get news such as we did this week, but you have an ultimate hope and peace that lessens the sting inspite of the sorrow.
We are still praying for healing for FIL, that he would get to live whatever days he has left in praise and honor to God, but, because he has let us know that he has made his peace with God, we have a peace that when his days are finally over we will see him again in eternity.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
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(((Hugs))) Jacqueline. Receiving that kind of news is certainly not easy. I'll be thinking and praying for your family.
Praying for you guys as you deal with everything the next few months has for you! I don't know HOW you would get through without HOPE and FAITH!
I'm so sorry.. :-( ...even if you're assured that he's made his peace with God, it can't be easy knowing that his time is limited.
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