Give Thanks

 



We read in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. As we move through the month of October I would be remiss if I did not mention how grateful I am to be a breast cancer survivor.

In February 2004 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I am celebrating 11 years of life this year. As I thank God for my health I also remember those that fought but did not survive. I pray for Gods healing hand on those that are currently in battle fighting to concur this attack which no man nor woman should have to endure.

I can’t say for sure why I was attacked by breast cancer. The doctors attribute it to genetics as my mother, now deceased but not from breast cancer and my sister both survived this monster. My sister was tested and was told she did not have the genetic marker for breast cancer.

What I can tell you is that I was forewarned as I prayed in November 2013. I heard The Spirit of the Lord say to me “you are going to get breast cancer but you are not going to die”.

When told of my diagnosis was I shocked? Of course I was even though I’d already been told what was going to happen.  I cried, but what I didn’t do was allow this enemy of life to steal my peace. I underwent chemotherapy, a bilateral mastectomy as I was told the cancer in my left breast could reoccur in my right breast. I had a tram flap and received implants.

Today I still feel the side effects of the chemotherapy. I have small fiber peripheral neuropathy. I recall as I was interviewing for jobs when I prepared to return to the work place I was wearing new shoes that were too small but I couldn’t tell initially because my toes were numb due to the neuropathy. I laugh at this now and am thankful I kept my joy even during the times I was nauseous, tired, bald, and could barely open my mouth.

I have many things for which to be thankful including life itself but life on earth cannot compare to eternal life with my Lord and Savior.

Whether your battle is with cancer, or some other sickness or disease. If your struggle is an addiction, affliction or vice. Whether you are seeking emotional, physical, financial or spiritual healing God is always there. He will never leave you nor forsake you. He is waiting for you. If you have not already done so make a decision today to give your life to Christ. Accept Him as your Lord and Savior and allow Him to fight your battles, heal your heart and deliver out of the clutches of the enemy.

Be Blessed,

A thankful survivor