My life was forever changed when I was diagnosed with my first brain tumor. I was experiencing severe headaches, and I knew something was wrong. When the results of the MRI came back and the doctor told me, I wanted to scream. I was devastated and cried uncontrollably. “Why me, Lord?” I yelled.
But after a few days, I heard the Holy Spirit say “Why not you?” He told me He’d always be with me and not to be discouraged. Since then, I’ve had a peace that is hard to explain. The Bible says that it passes all understanding, and in my case, it really does.
I went through the surgery. I woke up temporarily blind, but my sight returned and the surgery was deemed a success. I had a second chance at life.
However, it is now eight years later, and the tumor has returned. With a vengeance. The tumor has disabled me, both physically and mentally. I am unable to work. There have been countless time when I didn’t know how I would survive with this pain. As I await the next surgery, I don’t know my future prognosis. I will either be cured here on earth or be totally restored in heaven. I know He has promised to be with me no matter the result. God’s grace and mercy have brought me through all my burdens and battles so far.
While my life has been dramatically altered and not in the way that I would have scripted, it is now my goal to be a living testimony for Jesus. To share what He has done in my life. I feel, as a Christian, it is my duty to encourage others going through something like this. So I’ve gotten very involved with a couple brain tumor support groups, including one on the Internet. I tell them about my faith, share that I’m not afraid, and let them see that if you have faith, you can stand strong in the face of great adversity.
13 Comments
Barbara Patterson
October 10, 2017 at 10:16 pmGod bless you Peggy, you are a true blessing ! Thank you for sharing the faithfulness of our God I will be praying for & with you ! Even in this God is so good!
Rebecca Elliott
October 11, 2017 at 12:33 pmThank you for sharing Peggy. I needed this encouragement today as I feel overwhelmed in my physical health. And as Barbara said before me GOD IS SOOO GOOD! God Bless you.
Stan earle
October 11, 2017 at 2:16 pmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GWDbAos8-E
Your in my prayers, take a look at the video above about a killing cancer. EB46. Its been on national tv.
in the mean while look up bitter apricot kernals, 30 a day or so spread out. God is with you sister.
stan and Julie
Berenice Healy
October 11, 2017 at 12:35 pmGod bless you Peggy. You are a wonderful woman of God. Thanks for God giving you strength and for sharing your testimony with others.
Brenda
October 11, 2017 at 1:14 pmWhat a powerful story!!! Your faith is the lead story…God Bless
Tawanda
October 11, 2017 at 1:33 pmWhat an awesome testimony! May God continue to strengthen your faith!
Eric
October 11, 2017 at 4:04 pmGod bless you!! This is absolutely a living testimony of Christ in humanity. And how faith can take you to another level. May God continue to be with you and strengthen you.
terri white
October 11, 2017 at 5:45 pmHello peggy u r a blessing & a good friend. What an amazing story. Thanx u so much 4 sharin this story with me. May the Lord bless u & keep u. My prayers r always with u. Luv terri.
Sherwin Dungog
October 12, 2017 at 12:30 amHello Peggy! I was so bless by your story and testimony, Just continue to have faith in our God because He has his own purposed, a blue print and a master piece for our life… More prayers is needed…
Annette
October 12, 2017 at 11:57 amYou are an Inspiration Peggy is it I needed To hear This I love the Assurance you Have in God Jesus and His Spirit Holy holy holy . Annette
Peggy
October 13, 2017 at 4:48 pmPeggy, your courage, your strength, your FAITH speak volumes. I am blessed to call you friend and to have your faith help enrich mine. What an inspiration you are; what a woman of God! Much love, my sister in Christ.
toni
February 20, 2019 at 12:01 pmYou are a wonderful person for you have Jesus’ in your heart. May He bring you peace, and comfort in times of pain. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vivian J
February 20, 2019 at 4:35 pmGod is still in the business of healing, may he do a new thing in your life. thanks you lord for the total healing of our sister in Jesus name Amen. you amazing !!!