I have a friend who needs a kidney
transplant, one who needs a heart transplant, one who recently found out her
nervous system is out of whack, and one going through radiation treatments.
These health issues are far more serious than the recent diagnosis of my severe
nasal infection requiring surgery. My health issue doesn’t compare to waiting
on an organ or another chance at life. Regardless of my many symptoms and
discomfort, someone would love to swap health concerns with me. I try to
remember things could always be worse – regardless of my circumstances. In every
aspect of my life, I attempt to see not only the good in it, but I pray to see
God in it. Self-centered may be my nature, but Christ-centered is my calling.
Having a pity party may be my desire, yet prayer and praise is His will. Of
course, I could ask for immediate healing, but going through this health storm
will increase my faith, trust, and intimacy with my Heavenly Father, not to
mention the wisdom and knowledge I’ll gain.
Getting to know God on a higher
level calls for a storm on a higher level. My storm is here. Have your way,
Lord! My peace comes from knowing God is with me and knows what is best for
me. I’m also reminded this situation is not all about me. My sons’ prayer life
will strengthen as they watch mama go through this health storm. Hubby will also
be touched as well as others walking through this storm with me. Who knows, you
may be touched! Have your way, Lord! Hey, one good thing about this is I
have a lot more writing material coming my way! Talk about finding the good!
What are you going through today? What’s your financial, family, health,
marriage, or career issue? Things could be worse! Ask God to help you see the
good and the God in it, then watch your perspective change.
