In the Midst of it all...Believe

by Marquita
(Charleston, SC, USA)

Well, I'm a now 24 year old young woman that has been blessed with much and has gone through much to attain it all. I faced many trials growing up: molestation, verbal and emotional abuse, low self-esteem, depression, in addition to the typical growing pains. But none of that truly prepared me for what I would go through as an adult. Prayer has been a powerful tool to get me past these things, but learning the scriptures has been more medicine to my body, soul, and spirit than anything else. There are many verses that I rely on to get through, but namely the ones below that I can recite from memory:

Romans 8:28-And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those that love God and are called according to His purpose for them.

John 15:7-If you abide in me, and my Words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

Psalm 103:3-He forgives all my sins, and heals all my diseases.

Isaiah 58:11-He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities, the punishment was upon Him that gave us peace, and by His wounds we are healed.

I got sick my junior year in college (Spring 2006) with severe chronic kidney disease. Because I came to terms with it and acknowledged that this wasn't something done by God, I was able to overcome depression and see past it. I was able to go on and finish college and my masters in spite of the health obstacles I faced. I even got sicker last year around this time right as I began my new career. In late October I was told I needed to have a kidney transplant before the end of the year in order to avoid kidney dialysis and to have a normal chance at life. Yes I'm only 24 and I had been dealing with this since 2006! I had to raise money and leave in order to continue to receive my pay to pay for my medicines and bills. Fortunately, I have very few medical expenses now, I had my kidney transplant in January thanks to a donated kidney from one of my younger brothers, and I am working! I am blessed and I am a believer in the power of God's word. It took me having to go through that just to realize how valuable we are to God and to humble myself to His grooming. God is amazing and all we have to do to receive His blessings and love is to ASK for it! Confess His word repeatedly, pray without ceasing and allow yourself to be used by God! He will move the mountains and wheelbarrels in your life!