“Fighting Cancer: Claiming God’s Promises”
But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him.
Scott writes:
I just found out my wife has breast cancer. I’m honestly not sure where this road will lead us but I thank God that He does.
It’s difficult for me to describe the flood of thoughts/emotions I’ve experienced over the last couple of days other than to say they range from fully trusting in God’s sovereignty to fear that I might lose my wife.
The day we learned about the cancer, I was doing my morning devotional and by chance (wanna bet) stumbled onto 2 Cor 2:14 and 2 Cor 10:3-5. When verses like these pop out of the page, I usually write them down on a 3×5 card and carry it around. Later that day when we found out the diagnosis, I pulled out the card and claimed each verse on behalf of my wife and 4 year old daughter.
As I continue to think about this verse, it is clear that God has a very personal promise and a call for me to pray.
The Promise:
Victory in Christ–regardless of current circumstances or outcome of the various battles we fight. After all, we all know who wins the war!
The Prayer:
To intercede for my wife with the supernatural weapon of prayer. Prayer can demolish strongholds. And when my mind wonders and the “what ifs” come (and they do), I remember Paul’s challenge to take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.
Praise God for His Word and supernatural timing.
Please note that the views expressed in this story are not necessarily the views of the American Bible Society. Story posted on June 7th, 2007 and filed under Cancer, Your Stories, Prayer, God's Sovereignty.
June 8th, 2007 at 12:19 pm
As I read the story of Scott and his wife, the end of Psalm 30 came to mind:
You have changed my sadness into a joyful dance;
you have taken away my sorrow
and surrounded me with joy.
So I will not be silent;
I will sing praise to you.
Lord, you are my God;
I will give you thanks forever.
Having spent the last few weeks recovering from surgery myself, I found myself awake in the hours before dawn waiting for the light of the sun and for the campanionship of a sleeping family. While I understood that God did not have a joyful dance in my mind for me (I had my hip replaced) He had given these quiet hours to spend with Him reading about the ministry of Paul. What were at first were dreaded hours for me became a time of joy. He was my light and companion during the dark hours and it was exactly what I needed.
My prayers are with Scott and his wife for a speedy and full recovery and my thanks for the beautiful living testimony of their trust in the Creator.
June 9th, 2007 at 10:42 am
As I read Scott’s story I feel his and Vickie’s anguish. But I know their relation with the Lord wll get them through this. Their story reminds me of my thoughts when I faced this battle with cancer. You must remember to stand on God’s report no other. When I made choices I trusted God. I had a biopsy and was beliving God for a good report. When the report came it was not good, Now from the onset of being told I had breat cancer to a positive for bone cancer I’ll call the testing. Testing to me for my faith against all odds. I have found many times our trials end up with a two fold blessing. Now I believed God and know that his word will not return to him void- untill it does what he sent it to do. Now this was the battle, So I had to make a hard choice. Do I give up here and believe what the doctor told me or do I research and find out what God said to do. I did the traditional although I chose a lumpectomy, then chemo & radiation. Don’t misunderstand that I did these things because I did not trust God but we must use wisdom in these situations. Some times people get a miracle, by that I mean instant on the spot. That was not in the plan for me ovious by the second biopsy. Then there are those who recieve healings, Jesus sends the boat if you will. Remember the two fold out come I spoke of. I researched the healing verses and prayed them out loud every day for most of that first year. I took a honost look into my life style to correct anthing not pleasing to God. I know there is power when you speak God’s word to your situation. I prayed and many others prayed for me and there were times I was prostrate in the presence of God. The releationship I have with my God is the 2nd (twofold) outcome and the most presious. I know that had I recieved that on the spot healing I might not know what a wonderful God we serve. You see I knew of God before but I did not really know Him. And I whenever possible share my miracle with others. My wish for is for you to know that what you are doing is working. Prayer is a mighty thing and your speaking biblical truths are the battle armor. Don’t think that if there is doubt or fear rising up that it will stop God’s plan for you. Just meet it with a word from God. Every vist now to the Doctor is a good report and he is amazed and always tells me I am amazing–but I tell him no God is.
Please know many people care deeply for you and are standing in the gap in prayer and faith for the good outcome.
Isa 53:5 54:17 55:10-13
1John 5:14 James 5:14-16
Jesus loves you and so do I
September 3rd, 2007 at 6:15 pm
Thanks for your comments. A great sermon “30 days to live” can be found at: http://www.lifechurch.tv/Default.aspx/p/39?SermonID=115
Check it out and let me know what you think.
September 20th, 2007 at 3:49 pm
I know what you are going through.I had breast cancer almost 5 years ago.When I was told I had cancer,it was like someone punched me in the gut!!!But God took me to Is.41:10.I banked on this scripture and I was healed.I only had to do radiation.I Thank God for this!!! Faith is the key!!!My prayers are with your family!!!!
September 20th, 2007 at 10:10 pm
Scott,
Jesus is the same Yesterday, Today, and Forever! If he was “willing” with the leper, then He is still “willing” to heal your wife today.
Prayerfully buy and carefully read Christ The Healer by F. F. Bosworth.
I Peter 2:24 (If this isn’t true for us today, then neither is I Peter 1:2-5)
Matt 8:17 (Quotes Is 53, which prophesied Jesus death. That means healing was included in the work of Calvary)
III John 2 “…my desire for you to be in health…”
Jehovah Rapha is still on the Throne.
We are saved by Grace through Faith.
We are healed by Grace through Faith.
Saved (Greek) = to save, that is, deliver or protect (literally or figuratively): - HEAL, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole
Sincerely,
In Christ
May 16th, 2008 at 11:25 pm
I have not heard an update on Vickie’s condition for some time and find myself praying more and more on her behalf. I hope there is no basis or crisis that she is going through to require it, but my extra strong thoughts, prayers and good wishes are being sent her way.
August 5th, 2008 at 9:05 am
Thank you so much for partnering with us in prayer. My apologies for not updating sooner. A lot has taken place including answers to your and so many others prayers. We are now keeping people updated through our site http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/wennermarks
God continues to show us more of himself daily. We also find ourselves gaining a deeper appreciation and understanding of 2 Cor 1:8-11. More specifically that we might not rely on ourselves but on God…
Scott
August 5th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
My beloved Vickie, Scott and Rachael–incredibly beautiful and precious family on earth–in Christ:
I have just read your latest Comment, and thus ShareYourStoryNow in 2007, Scott, as I did not discover your American Bible Society website until earlier this year.
You have powerfully stated it: “On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us.”
I sponstaneously prayed, and will continue to pray for your gracious Wife and Family “with the supernatural weapon of prayer.”
Thank you,
May GOD ALL MIGHTY Bless you and your Vicki and Princess with miracles that “surpasses all understanding…;”
GODSPEED with recovery and healing, always and forevermore!
Mary Sun.