Surrendering to the Great Physician
I do not pretend to understand God. In a season of healing and uncertainty, I often feel incomplete while waiting on God’s timing. Even so, I am seeing glimpses of God’s character more clearly. This year, I’ve had more medical appointments, tests, and treatments than possibly any other year...
Level Ground
For the past several days, my Bible reading has included the phrase “level path” more than once. That phrase has taken on new meaning lately, especially when sight is compromised. It has surfaced in reading and even in conversation. As humans, our vision is limited. We can only see...
A Divine Appointment
For a long time, I did not like the verse of the day or the guided meditation idea. Sometimes that is because the verse of the day is often used out of context, effectively changing its meaning. I have the same hesitation with devotionals and meditations for that reason....
My Dwelling Place
The past few weeks have included sudden vision loss and the slow work of recovering sight. My life narrowed quickly as my independence became limited. I am used to going when and where I want, but now I am grounded in many ways. Unable to drive, limited sight interfering...
From Scared to Sacred
In the darkness, alone, terrified that my vision would never return, while also praying, desperately clinging to hope in the Great Physician. I asked for miracles, but I also bargained, “Show me what to let go of and where to focus.” Each time I opened my eyes and saw...
More than a Headache
Sometimes a headache is just a headache. Other times, it is a warning signal. Heeding the warning does not always bring quick answers or immediate relief. Headaches, sinus issues, and migraines are not new to me. In the week before Christmas and into the new year, I experienced something...