Deuteronomy 30:19, English Standard Version

“I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death…”

I am sharing because I want to remember.

One week ago, I was admitted into the hospital without “all the little details” (this is in remembrance of my sister). Saturday night I found myself fighting for my life.

May I never forget that God never forces His love nor His Will for our life on us. Rather, He lets us choose our path.

As I lay in a hospital bed hooked up to medical equipment, I lay there completely at peace, an indescribable peace. Eyes closed in a room with the door closed and no other human around. I heard worship music and I heard the words, “I could sing of His love for ever.” Putting all the pieces together: peace-no fear, worship music, breathing becoming very shallow. I quickly opened my eyes. Taking a moment for my mind to comprehend the atmosphere, I quickly realized it was a pivotal moment, and the choice was all mine.

Do I continue to remain in the atmosphere, knowing this was my opportunity to go Home and be with Jesus and my sister…

Or

Do I call out fighting for my life?

I chose to fight, crying out to the Lord that I love Him, but it’s not time. I still have purpose here, and I don’t want to hurt my loved ones by leaving them. They still need me. Obviously, the Lord heard my cry and answered.

My friends, Jesus hears your every word and holds your every tear. It’s time to make changes and walk out the journey He has for you. Please know that just because I have come this far, my days are far from being in an easy season. But I must continue to press towards the prize, so that I may glorify my God through all the trials of this life.

May you take the step to live differently today.

Jesus loves you and so do I!