There are so many things about this that we don't understand. We don't know how she got leukemia. We don't know why she had to suffer. We don't know how we can ever heal from this. Right now, it doesn't feel like it's possible to live and love and laugh again. We don't know why our family has to go through this.
But, because of what we do know, none of that matters.
We know that God is in control. We know that He loves us. We know that He will bring us peace and comfort. We know that God is sovereign. We know that He has promised us a home with Him if we love Him and seek His will. We know that He is our God and we are His people. We know that we are the sheep of His pasture. We know that He is still, just as He has always been, worthy of our praise. We know that He is our shelter in this time of storm. We know that, even in this time of such hurt and confusion, He is our Father and His mercy is everlasting.
When I think of Aunt Diana, there are so many things that come to mind. I could sit here and type out a string of adjectives such as sweet, caring, hugable, loving, incredible, hard-working, feisty, radiant, and thoughtful. Every single one of those things are true, but they are just so cliche'. They don't do her justice.
Around the end of January, in the midst of her battle for her life, Aunt Diana sent me this handmade card:
On the inside, she had written: Dear Chelle, I just want you to know that you are in my heart and prayers. I pray that the Lord will bless you and Chris with a precious baby. You will be such great parents. Love you bunches! Hugs, DianaAnd that's who she was. She was the type of person who gave encouragement even when she was fighting for her own life.
We love her so much, and will miss her more than words can say.
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Well said.
Therefore they are before the throne of God, and serve Him day and night in His temple. And He who sits on the throne will dwell among them. 16 They shall neither hunger anymore nor thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any heat; 17 for the Lamb who is in the midst of the throne will shepherd them and lead them to living fountains of waters. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."
Rev 7:15-17 (NKJV)
So sorry to hear about your aunt. She sounds like she was such a thoughtful and caring person. I will be praying for peace in this transition time for your family.
I'm very sorry to read about your aunt. I can tell that she loved you a lot and was a very special person. I pray that God will comfort your family and bring you peace at this time. Love you.
I am sorry. We're thinking of you and your family. Let us know what we can do to help.
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