This morning I was led to the book of Mark for reading. Over and over again I read of people coming to Jesus asking for healing. No one came to Him asking for success with a business deal or asking Him to help with a romance or asking Him for help in getting a house or a car or for money. They came in droves asking for healing for themselves and healing for a family member and healing for a friend.
It seems that for most of us, only when our good health is threatened with something like cancer, do we truly consider what a gift that good health is. Only at that point, do we seriously consider eating the foods that God gave us instead of those dyed, chemically enhanced and artificially flavored foods. Only at the point of losing our good health do we seriously start to exercise our bodies and leave the sedentary life style behind. I read over and over that many cancers can be prevented by changes in lifestyle. We'll work so hard at a desk, or an easel, for the next paycheck but refuse to get up off the couch to strengthen our heart.
Then there are those who have no chance for healing. Precious Bella, that we have prayed for so many times, made her way yesterday into the arms of Jesus. What she and her family would have given for the good health that so many just take for granted and throw away like a piece of used tissue. But Bella has made a lasting impression on the world. In yesterday's game, LaBron James and Dwayne Wade both wrote "Live Like Bella" on their shoes. Thousands have followed the journey of her short life. Her slogan is written on cars and overpasses and on fences and on bracelets and on scarves. What I remember most is her mother posting that when Bella was in pain or uncomfortable, rather than complaining, she would just say "Pray". She was truly a child of God and is happily home with her Heavenly Father.
Precious Lord, Jehovah Rapha,
We are sad today on the earthly plain as we say goodbye to Bella and sad for the pain of loss that her family is feeling but we are so happy that she is in Your loving arms, free of pain and cares of any kind, Thank You. Father, for the shining example that she was of how to live life gloriously in a way that honors you.
Father, thank You for the healing and second chances that You have given so many of us who have dealt with cancer. Remind us daily of the gift of healing that You have given us and let us give You the praise, honor and glory for it. It is all from You, Lord. All from You.
In Jesus' glorious name,
Amen
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