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In good times & In the Dark Valleys
CD SWANSON
For with You is the fountain of Life; in Your light we see light. (Psalm 36:9)
The ability to work through situations, when life gets tough, is totally different when we believe, and
have God on our side. His light from within offers continuous companionship, and we’re able to face
adversity with ease. His ways, wisdom, and light provide all that we need in the direst of circumstances.
The issues aren’t quite so suffocating with Christ; we’re able to breathe with His help. He guides,
instructs, and makes us able to withstand the perilous fires unscathed.
A
treasured friend of mine, Dee, went through
several valleys over the past five years.
First, her mother died after a long illness
and battle with Kidney disease. Not too
long after her mother’s death, her soul mate, and
husband of almost 20 years passed away suddenly,
and unexpectedly. He was in the hospital for a
simple procedure, when they discovered that he
was in kidney failure, due to lymphoma, which
was a surprise to both of them. He passed away
from kidney failure within three days, and Dee was
devastated and could barely breathe from the grief.
She returned to her now lonely and empty house,
where a new journey was about to begin without
her hubby, Ronnie.
She hardly had time to wrap her mind around what
had happened, when she began feeling strange.
Then, shortly thereafter, Dee wasn’t able to walk
well, and she was in pain. After several arduous
tests, the diagnosis was brought forward. There
was “tumor in and outside of her spine.” She had
to have surgery immediately, or she’d more than
likely be paralyzed. Plus, not knowing if the tumor
was benign, or malignant, in and of itself, added
to the great degree of stress she was already under.
Before I continue about this wonderful lady, and
her unwavering faith, and trust in the LORD, let
me give you a little background about Dee. She is a
devout Christian, who puts all of her faith in God,
and goes by His will, and His purpose for her life.
She met the love of her life when she was in her
forties, and married late in life. She had a wonderful
marriage, and they complimented each other in
all that they did. They were the ideal couple to all
who met them, and he also was a devout Christian.
They were inseparable and loved spending time
together, laughing, entertaining, and visiting
others. Many times ministering to younger couples
encouraging them in the word.
Again, to reiterate, Dee didn’t have a chance to
absorb or grieve, after her mom passed, because
her husband’s illness came so soon after her mom’s
DOZ Magazine August 2018
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