Devote
yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. at the
same time, pray for us as well that God will open a door.
Col.
4:2-3 NRSV
Max1
was right. Last year my mantra was “God will get you through this.”
It won’t be painless (it wasn’t). It won’t be quick (it
wasn’t). But God will use this mess for good (He did). Max was
right. He used this mess (chronic lymphocytic leukemia) for good.
First, one of the physicians assistants asked to use my case to help
other doctors use what they learned to help other patients like me,
with a cancer stage unknown at the time of admission.
Second, I have learned to find joy in small ways: a new day, life,
our crazy dog’s antics, friends, remission (I never thought I’d
hear that word), seeing my short play on stage at Village Players.
Mostly, though, I feel a sense of well being. Although the road may
not always be smooth, I am more open to new ideas, new challenges. I
pray more. I trust in God more than I did. I ask for God’s help to
make me more patient, help me accept things as they are and with
God’s help change what I can. And with His help I will continue
along this path and He will open new doors.
Dear Lord,
help me find my way with your help. Lead me in new directions and
open my heart and mind to follow your way always. In Jesus name,
Amen.
Maggie Garza
God
will open a door
1Lucado, Max, You’ll Get Through This (nelson, 2013) A3
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