Two years ago today....
 

I was reading another thread and I couldn't help but remember this date two years ago. I can remember what I was doing and where I was on this date in 2008.

I was sitting in the Comprehensive Cancer Center in Huntsville with my wife listening to her doctor telling us that we had less than two weeks together. The next day (the 25th) was to be our 13th, and last, wedding anniversary together. In fact, we had 10 days together before she left for her appointment with the Lord.

Hard times? Sure. Difficult times? The worst. But, through it all, there was, and continues to be, an abiding Presence. An assurance that all was well, and, all would be well. And a knowledge that, no matter how dark the days get, God hasn't failed nor does He ever fail.

Two years ago tonight, we prayed together and we both asked for specific things. She prayed that, as she slipped into her new life, the last thing she would see was her husband, her son and daughter all together. I prayed that she would not see me cry. A couple of days before she left, she slipped into a coma. The night she left us (Feb. 6th- some here would remember, they were there with us- in spirit.), at, the exact moment she was to cross over, she opened her eyes to see just what she asked to see, the three of us together. And I was not crying. God answered our prayers. Then she was gone.

So, no, God doesn't always answer the way we want or ask. But...He is always there. And never fails. He never failed us- we had people all over the country and in many parts of the world praying for us- standing with us when it seemed we could not stand by ourselves. Many of you were praying, encouraging, and giving us your strength. And I owe this forum- the members of this forum- a debt of gratitude. You that were here then helped me to know God hadn't failed us. And, during those dark and sad weeks, you taught me more about the love of God than I had ever learned in my life. So God doesn't fail us... I know.... because He didn't fail me... two years ago.

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Beautiful post, OA! It doesn't seem possible that it's been two years already. I hope God is healing your heart and giving you wisdom for your future.

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God is the same today, tomorrow and forever. He is Faithful!

I'm so thankful God has been your strength during this time and has given you a testimony you can stand on.

To God be the Glory!

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One,

What a sweet work the Lord has done and is doing in your life. Brother, this life is not all that much in the scope of God's much bigger picture, may He continue you give you the strength and courage to run the course that He has set before you!! May you walk the paths He has set before you, may you serve your generation, that God is glorified in His workmanship!! In the saving and healing name of our Lord Jesus.

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Beautiful testimony!

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Brother One Accord, I honestly and completely believe that this is exactly why this forum exists. I believe God has a purpose for us being together and a big part of that purpose is just what you were talking about. I KNOW I could not have made it thru Walt's aneurysm almost 4 years ago without all of the love and prayers and support from my wonderful friends here. I am convinced that GOD brought us all together. And I am ever so glad that He included YOU in the mix. You are such a blessing to so many of us. I am still sorry for your loss. And I will pray that God surrounds you today and all this week with his comforting presence. Because you never stop missing those you love. But let me say this - it has been an honor to have been a part of something like this that has helped to minister to you when you needed us. A real honor. God has been good to us here.

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Margie has said everything that I need to. It's a blessing to "know" you, OA.

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So thankful we have each other!

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This brought tears to my eyes, OA. Tears of gratitude and thankfulness for God's faithfulness. I am glad I can be a part of this forum, and know I can rely on the prayers of my friends here.

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Thanks for sharing, OA.