Many of you know I have been dealing with excruciating pain in my left ankle for over a month and a half. Some doctors say it is gout, but others say no, it is not gout. While they “discussed” the matter, I was still in extreme pain and my steps were very limited. Although rising in the morning had become a time I dreaded, I still found a way to spend time with God each morning. I must admit, though, that my devotional time had become more routine than refreshing. One day I woke up and caught two words that kept appearing on the page; endures forever. What endures forever…the pain? NO!  His Faithful Love! I cried out to the LORD… I need evidence of Your faithful love, Lord!  This really hurts! 

I wish I could tell you that the pain left instantly, but no, the pain was still with me.   But what also stayed was HIS FAITHFUL LOVE! I was reminded that His love endures forever…even when I am crotchety and lose patience with everyone around me; even when I lose patience with God Himself; even when the pain seems more than I can bear; even when the doctors can’t agree on the diagnosis OR the treatment…HIS FAITHFUL LOVE ENDURES FOREVER.

On Christmas eve, I was completely unaware that one of my doctors whom I had not seen for over a year was present at the second service and saw me attempt to walk. He sought me out after the service and told me I was coming in to see him on Thursday. So I went…not expecting much. But he listened to my story and my concerns and gave me an injection. HIS FAITHFUL LOVE ENDURES FOREVER! God cared enough to arrange that I needed to stay for the second service, something I don’t usually do.

Needless to say, the pain is gone and I am walking fairly well. HIS FAITHFUL LOVE ENDURES FOREVER.

Marilyn Willett HeavilinIs a wife and mother; author & International conference speaker Author of Roses In December,
December’s Song
Becoming A Woman of Honor,
Profound Common Sense
When Your Dreams Die,
Grief Is A Family Affair,
I’m Listening, Lord