Today my wife received a kidney transplant. A young lady in our congregation came forward to donate, and after a series of tests she was a better donor than even my wife's sister. I also tested positive as a possible donor, but after discussing it over we had decided that God would provide someone so both of us wouldn't be down at the same time. This young lady reminds me of the ram caught in the bush at the very moment that Abraham needed God to come through otherwise he was going to offer his son up as a sacrifice. Of course we know that God knew all along that the ram would be there, but it was a test for Abraham to go through. Sometimes, if not always, God presents something to us, then steps back and watches what we will do. My wife and I knew years ago that this day would eventually come upon us. And during this time we kept believing that God, who is our healer, would provide a ram. Would we of preferred that a genuine miracle take place such as God healing her kidneys? Of course, but I believe this young lady stepping forward and offering herself as a sacrifice is a miracle in itself. From the very beginning, before she even tested to see if she was a suitable match, she said God had spoken to her and she felt she was supposed to donate, and that she would be a match. And you know what? She was, a nearly perfect match, so much so that you couldn't get any closer of a match! As I sit here on my living room couch pondering the days events, I'm thankful for amazing lives, those I've been priviledged to have in my life, and those who I've met over the course of my life. God truly has been good, nothing escapes His hand of providence. My wife came out of the surgery with flying colors, the new kidney began working immediately. It'll be awhile before she comes home, but thankfully we have a great church congregation to stand with us. Our pastors, Mike and Tena, Pastor Neil and Julie, our associate pastors, and the countless number of members and friends who strengthened our hearts and spirits through their many prayers and words of encouragement, Thank you! My heart is full tonight, so much to be thankful for, especially for the ram caught in the bush, but this ram, this young lady offered herself willingly, an amazing life indeed! That my friends is the reality of it!
2 comments:
Jesse, Once again God has answered our prayers! He is truly a good God as I know you can testify to. What strikes me about the whole situation is when you knew Charity was going to need a kidney transplant you just prayed and went about your business. Never once did I hear you complain or voice any fears about not getting a kidney or once getting one, things wouldn't work. Your faith in God is truly amazing! As is your wifes'. And I know if you did have doubts and fears, you took them to God, and I know He gave you peace on it.
God Bless the young lady in your church that listened to Gods voice and come forward!!! May God continue to bless her.
Jesse, you have learned so much just by being obedient to the Word, I often think WOW! Now I can go to my son, and with you being a pastor, I am able to get biblical counsel and advice! And I know it's straight from scripture when you give me advice! I am so blessed!
I thank God Charity is doing good and will continue to pray for her and you and the kids of course!
Please forgive me if I don't do this blogging right, I don't do this stuff much. I didn't even know what blogging was until you told me!!! (now you might be sorry!)
God Bless you hon always,,,,
Love ya's bunches,,,,
Mom
What an awesome thing this is! Julie and I have just returned from the hospital and both ladies are doing great! What an awesome God we serve!
Post a Comment