Gratitude

For Such a Time as This

Hannah

Throughout the debilitating process of this disease I admit I have wondered from time to time what good this trial could possibly teach me. It seems unfair. I have been wrestling with this question more so as I see the effect it has on my littles and my husband lately. What good is in it for them? God promised to use our circumstances for good (Romans 8:28). As the resulting wounds have grown deeper I have been asking more often; what are you doing God??

In typical fashion, He is faithful to point out His hand in my life and quiet my unbelief. Esther 4:14 runs through my brain on a constant loop; “perhaps you were created for such a time as this.” Then I was brought to John 9. Jesus and friends are with a blind man, and His friends asked why this man was born blind; was it because of something he or his parents did? The answer Jesus gave is everything. He replied, “No, this happened so the power of God can be seen in him.”

Wow. Talk about humbling. To think that God thinks enough of me to use me to reflect His power. This does not make the journey easier, but it makes it worth it. When I’m tempted to complain and long for the healing of Heaven I want to remember that His power is at work through me. It really is obvious, but sometimes I’m a slow learner. Look at how long I have been fighting! The average life expectancy with this is 6-10 years… I am in year 12! Why would God keep me here and allow the suffering to continue if not to bring glory? If you need proof of miracles well, you’re looking at one!

To God be all glory for allowing me the gift of being His and giving me a purpose beyond all I could imagine.

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12 thoughts on “For Such a Time as This”

  1. Boy, you got that right! And you are a living inspirational beacon of faithfulness and courage and hope and faith.. ❤️ in the middle of suffering that most of us will never know. Thank you for you being you.. and saying yes to Him being Him in your life.

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  2. Boy, you got that right! And you are a living inspirational beacon of faithfulness and courage and hope and faith.. ❤️ in the middle of suffering that most of us will never know. Thank you for you being you.. and saying yes to Him being Him in your life.

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  3. You are such an inspiration. His power is very evident. Although I can imagine, from the inside, it doesn’t feel that way.

    Just keep doing today.

    Love ya,

    jon

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    2. Thank you for your kind words, Jon. You have been a source of inspiration for me as well. In fact, just a day ago I was sharing with one of my kids some good words you once shared with me. ♥️

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  6. Sweet Hannah…both of those verses truly describe what God is doing in your life. The work of God is being displayed in your life mightily for such a time as this and many are watching. We are learning that even though God allows great suffering which we don’t understand…that He is enough, He never leaves, He has a purpose in it for His good, and we do not need to fear. These truths comfort me and many others greatly. Thanks for sharing your story and your journey which so beautifully reflects the love, the goodness, and the faithfulness of God. Continually praying for you and your family…sending hugs and much love. 💕

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  7. so glad you have a shining hope in this season. Life is brief yet love is eternal. I know that because God is love and He has said he would never leave or forsake those He loves, your love will eternally encompass those He loves through you.

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