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N0 matter the prognosis, when the word cancer fell out of my doctor's mouth he had my attention. But, after 20 radiation treatments, he's confident the cancer is gone. Therefore, I'm able to reflect on the experience in the past tense rather than an ongoing conquest.
When I do, I'm able to perceive how the hand of God is active in the treatment center.
I believe God uses cancer as a way for His glory to shine on a fallen world. How? One of the ways is the front line of those involved in radiation treatments.
The front line includes the doctors, nurses, radiology technicians, and receptionists.
These specialists have daily contact with cancer patients and, whether they realize it or not, are a special class of God's servants.
Fear of the unknown boosted my anxiety level the first day of my scheduled treatments. Nevertheless, the anxiety fled when I walked into the waiting room of the radiation treatment center. The soft and soothing glow of fluorescent lights illumined the spotless and organized atmosphere. Nothing was out of place.
With a sparkling smile, the receptionist greeted me and suggested I have a seat. In order not to wake up this fairyland, I tiptoed to a chair.
On the way, I passed a tripod that balanced an oversized tablet of paper. Written in green magic marker was the phrase, "Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind."
The Brighter Side of Cancer
by Hugh Houchin