Biblical Answer

When faced with a terminal diagnosis, it's natural for one's faith to be shaken. However, it's essential to remember that faith is not about feeling or emotions, but about turning to the Lord. As the Bible says, "Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). It's not about having a certain level of faith, but about having faith in God's sovereignty and goodness, even when we don't understand what's happening. When we pray like the father of the boy who wasn't healed by the disciples, "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!" (Mark 9:24), we acknowledge our weakness and ask for God's help to strengthen our faith.

In this time of crisis, it's crucial to take a closer look at our faith and assess where we stand. Ask yourself questions like "What am I holding onto?" and "What is my foundation of faith?" Is it based on experiences, emotions, or the Word of God? If it's based on experiences, it's likely to be shaken by the diagnosis. However, if our faith is rooted in the eternal truth that God is holy love, we can establish ourselves on that truth and find mental composure. As the Bible says, "We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God" (Acts 14:22). This doesn't mean we have to be joyful about suffering, but we can find peace and comfort in knowing that God is sovereign and in control.

To grow our faith, we need to "feed on the promise and mix it with our faith" (Psalm 119:130). This means meditating on God's Word, praying specifically about our obstacles, and asking for Christ to enlighten us and give us strength to overcome them. We also need to take a leap of faith into God's provision, trusting that He will meet our needs and provide for us. As the Bible says, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). By doing these things, we can develop our faith and find peace, joy, and comfort, even in the midst of turmoil. Ultimately, our faith is not about us, but about God's goodness and sovereignty, and we can trust Him to work everything out for our good.