So yesterday my Father had a heart attack while visiting the Grand Canyon. He had always wanted to see it so he decided to pack up the truck and go camping there. Unfortunately, I am stuck at school because of finals. Anyway, my dad is one tough guy. This was his fourth heart attack I believe, but I am so thankful for the medical care he has received over the last ten years. His father died of a heart attack when he was younger than my dad so I am very grateful to have him still around.
At times like this, I naturally lean on God more. It has taught me to pray more because I don't like the feeling of coming to God when I need something. I know He doesn't judge me, but I don't want to be like that. Since I believe in the power of prayer, I need to use it more often. I particularly love the verse that says, "for the prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." This just reminds me that although Gods will is going to happen, He still wants us to pray and rely on Him.
I can't stop thinking about how horrible it would be if I didn't trust God at a time like this. I would be mad at the world and confused about the future. The scary thing is that I know that my father is likely to have more heart attacks, and along with his diabetes and heart disease, I am very scared of loosing him. My dad means the world to me and he is such a blessing. Yesterday he just kept telling me don't worry just trust God, we only want His will. Having someone with that kind of faith for a parent is something I thank God for daily. Along with his mothers influence, he is the reason I know Christ today and of course that means everything to me.
Although this could be a horrible time in my life, it's not. I trust God and His plan. I want what He wants no matter the outcome.
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