All Glory to Him
This is probably my last post before the final outcome of my battle with cancer. In one sense this is the close of one chapter of my journey and what a remarkable chapter it has been. My faith in the Lord is total and God is still deeply at work in my life bringing His purpose to fulfilment.
The Lord is good beyond measure and I am discovering that again day by day. His grace overflows beyond expectation. For those who have been following this journey - particularly for those who have been walking the journey with me in their own trial of faith - I want to testify that God is faithful and worthy of our trust.
All along in this journey Philippians 1:18-26 has had significant meaning for me.
"....yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labour for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. Convinced of this I know that I will remain, and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, so that through my being with you again your joy in Christ Jesus will overflow on account of me."This passage encapsulates for me both my faith and the reality of where things are. Ultimately everything is in God's hands but there is a sure expectation that all glory, victory and praise will go to Him. Amen.
posted by David A.Collins @ 8:41 AM
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17 Comments:
Take care David!!! We will pray for you and your family~
Ps David...one day we'll all walk the walk you are walking now. Irrespective of what is going to take place from here, you have walked it in a way I will use as a bench mark and leverage to please God when my day comes. Thank you and thank God who uses you to help us to bless His name for His glory. I am with you today and to eternity.
Dear David
Our family will continue to uphold you in our prayers.
Glory be to God .
Dear Ps David,
As always, we are with you all the way, and, will continue to uphold you in prayer.
May God's mercy & grace be upon you.
E,A & S Yap
David,
We love you. You are an encouragement to us. Thank you for sharing your life with us. We continue to stand with you in prayer.
Skip, Terri and Taylor
I praise God for your life. Over the past few years with the OBC I have been blessed more than I could ever believe. Thank you for everything you have done.
My prayer for you comes from Revelation 21
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
I know that you will be in his presence exalting and worshipping in the presence of Him who has reigned in your heart.
God bless you David.
David
We continue to pray with you and for you. You are such an inspiration to so many.
May Our Lord be merciful and gracious. To God be the Glory.
"In His Love"
Karin and Wayne Fraser
was blog surfing and came across your beautiful blog. take good care and trust in him for he has a plan for each and everyone of us. will keep you in my prayers. do keep us informed on your earthly battle.
god bless
Dear Pastor David,
Greetings from Singapore. I do not know you personally, but I came across your blog some months ago. I have been encouraged and inspired by your faith, and that of your family.
The Lord has put it in my heart to uphold you in prayer. I stand in faith with you and your family (as well as many around the world who are praying for you) during this period. Our Lord's strength will surely be sufficient for you as you continue to look to the finished work of our Saviour Jesus Christ for complete healing and restoration.
"And the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, ascended before God from the angel's hand." (Rev 8:4)
Shalom.
Lakshika Hettiarachchi
David, I am standing with you in prayer and intercession. You and I know that nothing is impossible with God. I am expecting a miracle on your behalf. You are in a a win-win situation. I appreciate you and your faithfulness. You are truly a light to me. Your faith is like that of the fathers of our faith. Thank you for you obedience to God and for your love for His body.
Danny B. Daniels II
Lindsay, Oklahoma, USA
David,
I am praying with you and for you. You are in His care and He is in charge. God knows your heart and your faithfulness. You are an inspirator and a motivator in my life. Thank you for your obedience to God and your love for His people. God is a miraculously loving Father. He has great and amazing plans for you.
Danny B. Daniels II
Lindsay, Oklahoma, USA
David,
Please know that you are loved and treasured not only by all who know you, but by all who have been touched by your ministry.
I know, that I would not be who I am today without your ministry into my life and your example through the good and difficult times of life.
My friend - I continue to pray, to believe and expect the miracle we have all asked for and which He promised.
"Ask anything in my name and it will be given to you"; "if you have seed as a mustard seed and say to this mountain be moved, it will be moved"; well I ask and keep on asking, I speak to the mountain of cancer and tell it to move - it must move, God must answer - He is true to his promises and his word never returns to him void.
I wait expectantly for the news of your miracle healing and returning strength.
Love Leeanne
David
There is not a day that goes by since your mum spoke at our ladies meeting that I have not had you and your family on my heart. The Lord bless you for your faithfulness. Praying for you.
Bless you
Lamberta
Hola David, me alegra saber de tí. Hace mucho tiempo llegué a tu blog buscando palabras sobre la fé. Al parecer no actualizaste mas tu blog en español, hoy por fin logre saber de ti, al dar con este blog.
Que el Señor te bendiga, y el milagro ya está hecho, solo falta que sea el tiempo en que lo veamos y glorifiquemos a Dios.
Elizabeth, desde Chile
Hi David, your blog is amazing and your faith even more so, bless you on your journey with the Lord, truly amazing, thank you for sharing it with us. Trissa
Hey David! Continuing to pray for you and family. Looking to Him to keep sustaining you - He will never let the righteous fall.
Gav & Karen
Dear David, I first read your blog and wrote January 28-29th, the day before beginning my chemotherapy. I had "googled" 'beginning chemotherapy prayer', or something like that, and began to read your story. I have continued to read throughout my treatment, and yours. Yes, I guess to distill it down, for me, it comes to "to live is Christ, to die is gain", and "my grace is sufficient". I wish you peace in your journey, and thank you for your words during this time.
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