There are certain words in the English language that have the opportunity to strike fear into the heart of those who hear them. Words such as “You’re fired,” “I want a divorce,” or “There is nothing more we can do,” have the ability to make even the strongest person, weak in their knees.
Oftentimes, these life-altering phrases come without warning and catch us by surprise. We are unable to prepare, unable to ready ourselves, and unable to catch our breath. Most of us have experienced a moment like this, maybe not one of these extremes, but something that pulls the rug out from underneath us.
I recently dealt with a similar situation, and God had to take me on a journey in dealing with "The Big "C" Word."