Times of Testing

Last year around this time I had a MRI to get a closer look at my pituitary gland that seemed to be enlarged.  The first MRI was a failure because I found out before the test that I was extremely claustrophobic.  The next one went better and they discovered a spot on my pituitary gland.

They ran blood test and everything turned out normal.  I was referred to a specialist in Bangor that recommended that we keep an eye on it.  This coming Monday I scheduled for my follow up MRI to see if there has been any changes.

We don't like test, do we?  Whether it is a medical test or a test of faith they just aren't fun, but both are necessary.  Our thoughts want to run wild with worry and fear.  We may even play the "What if game?"  We wonder, "What if this turns out bad?"  Those games never lead us anywhere except into full blown worry and panic.

We need to turn our thoughts to the Lord Jesus and all that is good.  Philippians 4:8 says,

"And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise."                          

Sometimes it is so very easy for us to dwell on negative thoughts and get all gloomy.  We must remember of all the times that God has been with us through hard times.  God has not failed us yet and He won't fail us now or in the future.  Our God is faithful and He is always there to help us.

The Lord Jesus loves us and He will see us through the darkest valley.  We needn't be afraid for the Lord will go with us wherever we go.  We must place our faith and trust in the Lord Jesus not just for salvation, but for everyday living as well.

I like that song that says, "The God on the mountain is still God in the valley."  The Lord is still God when we have those wonderful mountain top Spiritual experiences, but He is also God in those dark lonesome valleys that we all must go through at times.

There is great hope for us in the Lord Jesus for we have a great and wonderful promise that one day we will be where Jesus is and see Him with our very eyes.  What a wonderful day that will be indeed.

I don't know what the results will be with my MRI, but I know the Lord will be with me and I don't have to be afraid.  I am a little nervous of course.  I will ask for your prayers for my MRI and for the weather that is supposed to be bad on Monday.

Lord,
I praise Your Name.
I pray for all those who are undergoing medical testing.
Touch each one with Your loving touch and let them know that they aren't alone.
Thank You, Jesus, for Your love and grace.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.