The choir number during our
worship service this morning featured a gifted soloist who probably knows the
meaning of “trust” as well as does anyone. Barbara Eaton heard the diagnosis,
”brain tumor” more than one time. She is a survivor!
The words of this song were
particularly meaningful to me today because this month our family celebrates
our younger daughter’s ten-year cancer-free anniversary. We walked with Joanne
during her journey and sometimes wondered if God was there in darkness.
A portion of the song, “I Will
Trust In Thee:
“When my path is dark before
me
I will trust in Thee
When thy face is hidden from
me
I will trust in Thee
Though my burden's weigh upon
my heart
And hope seems far away
I will lift my hand to Thine O God
I will trust in Thee
Before the earth and heaven
formed
Before you made the sea
You knew my name
And claimed my life
I will trust in Thee”
~ by Steve Erickson; © 2001
Lorilu Music.
We could not see God in what
was happening, but we saw Joanne grow in her faith and we all learned to trust.
Joanne Powers Mrusek
Row 1 (l-r): Leaving the church following her marriage to
Michael Mruzek two years ago; during a Colorado vacation; at age three. Row 2 (l-r) as a college student; with husband, Michael, on a cruise.
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ReplyDeleteBlessings. Truly.
Thank you, Vanilla!
DeleteI am learning, God isn't really interested in providing a comfortable life for us, He provides what we need to grow into the people He meant for us to be. That usually involves stretching us in uncomfortable ways. There is a saying on FB, "I asked the Lord why did you bring into these deep waters? He answered, because your enemies can't swim." Faith and trust are learned in the trials. I praise God for Joanne's health!!!
ReplyDeleteCaptain Nancy, I have seen so many miracles and answered prayers in your life. Your faith and trust encourages my faith. God is good.
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