(DOUBLE) VISION BY PHYLLIS YORK
I wonder how often God intervenes in our lives, and we don’t even realize it. Maybe traffic was delayed, which kept us from being involved in a wreck, or a sudden change in plans prevented a tragedy. We tend to growl and complain, never realizing that the hand of God just intervened and life was redefined. This year Treasure Bible studies focus on women in Scripture whose lives changed because God intervened. Some of those women went from being fans to followers of Jesus, from victim to victor, scorned to celebrated, or terminal to triumphant. Each had different circumstances, but they all had one thing in common. Jesus intervened. I recently experienced episodes of double vision, which led to the discovery of thyroid cancer. When the neurologist discovered the tumor, she immediately sent me to Dr. Hazely, a surgeon. When I explained I was not having any thyroid problems, and the tumor was discovered because of tests, he commented, “Our God works in mysterious ways, doesn’t He?” From that point on, I knew God had intervened, and whatever the outcome, He was in control. Throughout the journey, initial conversations with every doctor revealed, in some way, that he or she was a believer. My husband Tim always went with me to these appointments, and he and a doctor would end our visit with a biblical discussion of some sort. I opted for a radioactive iodine treatment to destroy any remaining thyroid tissue. On the day of the treatment, I was escorted to a room by two doctors covered head to toe in protective clothing. Here I was, getting ready to swallow a radioactive pill! The doctor counted to three, popped the pill in my mouth, and I washed it down with a bottle of water. They left the room, leaving me with nothing but my thoughts. Again, God intervened; this time with Proverbs 30:5. I had not seen the verse on the wall when I entered the room, but there it was, bringing peace to my heart. I am on the other side of this cancer journey and doing well. What little discomfort and pain I experienced pales compare to many others. I am grateful God intervened when He did and provided me with care from medical professionals who know Him personally. Can you recall times in your life when God intervened? Have you thanked Him? If you don’t have a personal relationship with Jesus, find someone who can tell you how to get to know Him and let Him intervene in your life.
Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. Proverbs 30:5
About the Colunnist: Phyllis York is the interim director of WNAC and lives in Smyrna, Tennessee, with her husband Tim. She has been a leader in Free Will Baptist Women’s Ministries since 1992. In 2010, Phyllis began working for WNAC as administrative assistant to Director Elizabeth Hodges. Spending time with her three grandboys is her favorite thing to do.
Oh, by the way, my double vision is gone! J U LY- S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 2 2 7
