The God Who Made You Will Never Fail You
On August 18, 1999, Mary J. Nelson's life changed forever. That day the Lord reached out His hand and gave her two choices. She could face breast cancer on her own. Or, she could trust God. "I took His hand and held on for dear life.... And then He sent me to tell you--you are not alone."
Wherever you are in your breast cancer journey, these meditations will speak to your heart. The short readings will encourage, support, and strengthen you as they point you toward God, His Word, and the healing He offers you. Come, experience God's grace and let His peace bring comfort to your soul.
Grace for Each Hour by Mary J. Nelson is more than the story of a struggle of one woman with cancer. In many ways it parallels our struggle as Christians, as a society, and as children of God.
With each page and chapter we grow wiser and more fluent in understanding the devastating experience of cancer. It is the melanoma menace that threatens all walks of life, from the very young to the very old. There seem to be no bounds for this master of mayhem, yet, as serious and frightening as this disease is, the author plotted a path of strength, exuberance, and spiritual pragmatism.
We are taken far beyond the heart wrenching story of a life threatened by an emissary of death. We are privy to another facet of spiritual struggle that masks itself in medical jargon, medications, and head spinning developments. Throughout this amazing journey of the soul for this child of God, we are forever reinforced by a biblical fountain overflowing with love, faith, honesty, and pure passion for the kingdom of God and the salvation that is ours through Christ.
This spoke to me on so many levels, in a manner that helped me assess where I stood as a person, a Christian, and as a child of God. You, too, will re-examine many parts of your life. The mundane will suddenly take on new life, every aspect of the experience we call life will seem amazingly different. It's not a literary work, it's an experience--one that teaches the potential within us to seek God and listen when He speaks, one that moves us to be still and allow the creator of all things to work in our lives. It is an unforgettable work, one forever etched in my heart and inner being that helped me with some long overdue healing." --Christian Book Previews
"Is there anything worthwhile to be gained by hard times, pain, or cancer? Yes, according to Nelson, who's battling breast cancer with its resultant hard times and pain. She writes "It may seem odd to you, but I wouldn't trade my cancer experience for anything in the world. Why? Because here in the valley of weeping, in this secret place of refreshing springs where pools of blessings collect, we meet Almighty God face to face." She adds if we resent God rather than seek Him, we miss the things He wants to teach us.
While these lessons are equally teachable with any kind of suffering, the particular slant for these 120 devotions is breast cancer. Obviously, women in this situation are the most likely to benefit from this well-written and comforting book, but the truths presented are applicable to other kinds of suffering as well." --CBA Marketplace Feb. 2005 © CBA MARKETPLACE Official Publication of CBA. Reprinted by permission.
"Grace for Each Hour is a wonderful resource for any woman going through the physical, emotional and spiritual struggle while dealing with this life threatening disease." --Rachel Lower, christian-mommies.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Before You Begin
Through the Valley
He Goes First
Enjoy the Ride
Hope for Your Broken Heart
Even Your Hairs Are Numbered
New Beginnings
A Great Calm
Beyond Your Wildest Dreams
Because I Said So
A Solid Foundation
He Loves You!
Let Your Comfort Overflow
Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
Just One Day in His Courts
Hurry Up and Wait!
No Pain, No Gain
Minnesota Spring
Get Out of the Boat
Hallelujah Anyway!
Claim Your Victory
Your Secret Weapon
More Than Enough
I Want My Life Back
His Grace Is All You Need
Who Is This Jesus?
A Thousand May Fall
Valley of Blessing
Just for You
Drugstore Jesus
He Hears You Knocking
Unleash the Power
May I Have Your Attention Please?
Only God
The Inner Circle
Daughter of the King
Love Letter From Heaven
Set in Stone
Biker Chick
Nothing to Fear
Coats of Pride
Totally Unconditional
New Tires
A Million Miles Away
No Escape
Hazardous to Your Health
Throw Away the Key
God Breathed
Let the Party Begin!
The God of Your Parking Place
Done Deal
He Conquered Every One
Blessings From Heaven
Your Power Source
Holy Ground
A Child's Faith
Thank You, Lord!
Dare to Believe
Woman, Why Are You Crying?
He Never Sleeps
Holy Hot Flash
Not Mine
Rescue Me!
Beauty Queen
When You Can't Pray
Show Me Your Power
Rest for Your Soul
Come and Drink
Bible Thumper
Bumper Crop
Planting in Tears
What . . . Me Worry?
This Is Your Captain Speaking
Fruitful in the Land of Your Suffering
Make Your Peace
Hang On to Your Seat
You Can't Hide
River of Healing
Be Like Jesus
Beauty for Ashes
Healing Come Quickly
Pity Party
His Plan, Not Mine
A Son's Faith
A Daughter's Tears
A Husband's Strength
Hunger Pains
Do Over
Put On Your Armor
Expect a Miracle
Produce Much Fruit
The Best Is Yet To Come
Let Nothing Stop You
And Then Some
A Far Greater Power
Just Do It!
Totally Sold Out
Through His Eyes
From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Great Trials, Great Praise
Blessed Beyond Belief
Delays Are Not Denials
Joy That Lasts Forever
Why, Lord?
A Sister's Heart
A Brother's Encouragement
A Mother's Grief
A Father's Prayers
The Place of Surrender
Need Wisdom?
Warrior Princess
Let There Be Tears
Surrender All
Now Is the Time
The Winds and Waves Obey Him
God Pleaser
The Furnace of Suffering
Be Still
Where Were You?
A Different Kind of Medicine
Grace for Each Hour
Scripture Index
