As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with their faith when faced with difficult circumstances, and I've experienced it myself. When you're diagnosed with a terminal illness, it can be tempting to question God's goodness and love. But I want to encourage you to hold on to your faith, even when it's hard. Prayer is a powerful tool in times of crisis, and I encourage you to list your big requests and ask God to show you His will for your life. When you feel like you can't make a faith statement, pray like the father of the boy who wasn't healed by the disciples, "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!" (Mk 9:24).
Faith is not just about receiving what we want from God, but about trusting Him in all circumstances. When we're facing a terminal diagnosis, it's easy to focus on what we don't have, but I want to remind you that God is holy love. He is good, and He is sovereign. He can do all things, and He wants us to venture our all with total abandon and confidence in Him. Remember that faith is the work of the Spirit of God in our hearts, and if you can speak psalms, God is near. Persevere in speaking the truth of God's Word, even when it's hard.
As you face this difficult time, I want to remind you that faith always triumphs, whether or not circumstances change. If God wants to deliver you, He can do it. If He doesn't, He will go with you through the valley of death. Faith is not just about receiving what we want, but about glorifying God in all circumstances. So, I encourage you to review your prayer list, remember God's past answers to prayer, and pray specifically about any obstacles in your life. Ask for Christ to enlighten you, give you strength to overcome, and continue drawing you to Himself.