Comfort in Christ - Vision and Focus

Tucson, home of University of Arizona is known for superb cancer research, from which I have greatly benefited. Tucson also has a wide assortment of ‘spiritual beliefs.’ After 2 years walking through and waiting in cancer treatment facilities, I found none that offered a distinctly Christian option which is sad. Since this world is but temporary it can only at best offer band-aid solutions to problems associated with cancer, band-aids such as Reiki massage, Yoga, Tai Chi, Accupressure, and Accupuncture. These are eastern religious practices holding nothing in common with the character of and teachings found in the Bible. It should seem obvious that the Christian should run far from such things. Should there be any doubt however, consider the answer to this question: Can the Lord God of the Bible who said He is the Way, the Truth and the Life share His glory with another? (John14:6) I think not. It is with the purpose to glorify Christ alone that we approach the Comfort in Christ cancer support group.

Anyone with cancer will agree that a sharper reality about death comes into view with this diagnosis. I will meet Jesus face to face (likely sooner than later) so what shall be my relationship with Him now, as long as “it is called Today?” (Hebrews 3:13)  He is a jealous God and wants wholehearted loyalty; an impossible feat except His Word assures us that if we believe He died for our sins, Heaven is our ultimate home and we can do all things through Him who strengthens us. (Philippians 4:13)  Being given the responsibility of overseeing a ministry is a hefty responsibility – not to be taken lightly. We exist and we meet together to take our hope from Jesus Christ; to point each other to Him as our source for everything we need.

We ask that anyone attending the group to respect this simple request. Since our group is sponsored by Calvary Tucson, meetings aren’t the time the time to promote treatment methods, which would also include endorsing use of special nutritional programs. Any method for treatment should be decided between the individual and their doctors. We relish time to share our trials with each other, time to pray and time to talk about how Jesus is showing Himself strong in spite of cancer. In summary let’s consider this passage from Titus 2:11-14: “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous for good works.” 

Let us keep our gaze firmly fixed on Jesus Christ and comfort one another in the hope only He can bring!

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