Monday, December 31, 2012

Hardship

The year 2012 has been very difficult for my family and I. Earlier this year, my mother found a lump in one of her breasts. The doctor advised for double mastectomy however, she refused because of the lack of funds. She resorted to alternative treatment and prayers. God has been gracious because throughout the year she hasn't been feeling very ill.
On the last quarter of this year, my father has been diagnosed with liver cancer and prostate cancer. His first symptom was unbearable pain on his stomach that he wanted to be admitted to the hospital. The doctor did not advise any treatment but gave him pain relievers. Almost two months later, that is today, he again experienced stomach pains. A couple of days ago, he had fever and mother made him take paracetamol. I advised them not to let him take it because that drug is toxic to the liver. But seeing that my father is suffering from his fever, she decided it is the best thing to do.
Now, he was taken to the hospital because of the pain that was not relieved. The doctors there gave him analgesic intravenously. My younger brother revealed his laboratory results and they do not look good. Tomorrow, they will have the CT scan. I do not know what the next step is. I do not know how grave the condition of my father is. But one thing is for sure. I will trust that the Lord knows my situation. I can trust in Him. I can continue to pray for Him and my prayers will be answered if I ask in Jesus Christ’s name. I have to trust Romans 8:28, that He works out things for the good of those who love Him, for those who are called according to His purpose.
I am miles away from my family. It is very difficult for me knowing that my family is suffering. I want to go home but I can’t and maybe that is not God’s plan for me. I have to trust Him and His will. I have to give my everything to Him, whatever happens. But Father God, I am going to continue praying asking to claim your promise of healing for my father in Jesus Christ’s name. Whoever is reading this, please help me pray. Pray that my family and I will be able to surpass this trial and may God’s will be done. It will be very comforting to know that God is touching people’s hearts to comfort us and we are going through this.

by jiL at 3:20 AM |