Love bears all thing, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; and the greatest of these is love.
1 Cor.13:7-8,13
Last evening this scripture was one of many that was shared as my church invited those who love me to join in prayer for my healing. I was overwhelmed by the presence of more than 45 friends. I felt enveloped in their love and prayers for me. The service included communion, laying on of hands, and anointing with oil. I assisted Pastor Julia in distributing communion to those that I also love. What a gift that was for me. We were all blessed when Mike Will shared a song he has written about the presence of God. It is beautiful and fills my heart with strength and peace. Mike sang this song to my immediate family as we gathered for prayer just before Chuck's memorial service. Praise be to God for His continual provision in all our lives.
As we closed the evening, I shared briefly what it meant to me to have all of them there. I also told of my struggle with depression, sadness and fear of what is to come. I then told them about asking God for a sign of His presence in my life. God who is faithful answered! My family had a dogwood tree planted in the city park (right out my back gate) in memory of Chuck. Monday morning as I sat at the dining room table I thought about going to the park to see the tree closely. As I gazed out the door I could see that it is the ONLY tree in the park that is in full blossom. I believe that is God's message to me that He is with me always. Glory be to God!
At 11AM this morning I have an appointment with my oncologist in Columbia. Tomorrow afternoon I have an appointment with my surgeon. Pray for God's wisdom for both times.
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You are a gift to us all, Colette!
ReplyDeleteI was filled with hope last night, at church.
You are supported by so much love -- the best that we can give!
Love,
Anne
The service was a blessing to all of us. I felt a strong sense of peace by the end - and I hope you feel the same. -d
ReplyDeleteBonita and I were so glad to get to come to your healing service. I loved that Scripture was included to explain why every part of the service was there: laying on of hands, anointing, etc.
ReplyDeleteWe also remember some comments about tatoos when you get to the bald stage of treatment. You know we don't forget these things. Bonita has the tatoos and I have a "starter wig" for you. Not red and curly, but red with tiny braids...
Lots of love, Lynda