"If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it, and he will rescue us from your hand, O king. But even if He does not, we want you to know, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up."
Daniel 3:17-18
I read this scripture the other day and immediately thought, "Yes! That is exactly it!" You see, I've been struggling lately with the fact that I know my God can heal Cade. He has the power. No denying it! The human side of me wants to stay 'realistic' and know that at least medically speaking, what we are facing. Our doctors are smart men who know what they are doing and cannot deny the 'facts' they are seeing. So how do I maintain the balance? How can I believe with all my heart that God can and will heal Cade and make everything alright? But still believe what these wonderful men of medicine are telling us about the grim prognosis for our little guy? Well, I think this scripture says it all. I do know and have full faith that God has the power and will use it. But even if He does not I will not turn my back on God and deny His goodness and power. Great is His faithfullness! Even if He does not choose to heal my child so that we can live life the way we pictured it, does not mean God has turned his back on me. God will heal Cade. It may be on this earth for us all to see the wonder of our awesome God. Or it may be when Cade gets to heaven. I just can't wait to see my perfect angel. Some day.
7 comments:
Still praying for your sweet family.
You know I am right there with you. Feeling, and believing the same exact thing. Oh, how your words are just what has been on my heart, too. Lots of love sent to you. You are a wonderful wife, momma, and daughter of the King. Keep it up. Your faith is inspiring. Can't wait to get together again.
I pray for you and for Craig and for Cade. You are right - God can and WILL heal Cade...but He is in control of the timing. JoDee, you will never know how much your example is influencing others - in our lives, church and circle of friends for His Kingdom. I also know that this is not what you would have chosen but God chose YOU and has a bigger plan. I could never asked for a sweeter and more beautiful (inside and out) mate for Craig. Love you lots! ML
sweet rideout family,
you have been on my heart and mind so much lately. prayers lifted up for both of you, precious cade, and your sweet girls!
michelle percival
Just thinking of you all the time lately!! The way our paths crossed, so random, and yet I feel so close to you. I pray for that sweet boy often and for your whole family. Your strength and words are so wise! Think of them in your weakest times. You are amazing. Lori Dow
Dear JoDee, I continue to pray for you and wanted to thank you for blessing me with that great scripture! It reminds me that I can trust God at all times.
Much love,
Jan Ward
JoDee, I had a similar struggle when my Dad was sick with aggressive brain cancer. How do I pray for the best and prepare for the worst at the same time? Is that faith? What is faith in this situation? A dear friend of mine pointed me to this exact scripture. "Even if he does not" is a reality we had to face. I love your honesty and pray for your sweet family. May God strengthen you beyond what you ever thought possible.
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