Mary is losing her eyesight. She is up in age now and slowly but surely, her sight is fading. The other day, while visiting, when I asked her if she wanted me and my Pastor to pray with her, she said yes. She wanted us to ask God to allow her to keep just a very small part of her sight. She said she didn't need a whole lot, just a little bit....just enough to be able to see how to get around in her little trailer. And suddenly, there it was again.....Grace. It keeps popping up, doesn't it?
I think in reality, Mary may also be afraid. She lives alone and doesn't have a 24/7 caregiver. Her daughter and son-in-law are busy working and only can attend to her in the evenings with spare time.
We were heart stricken deeply by Mary's humbleness. I mean, if I'm gonna ask God for something, would I not ask for 20-20 vision? It made me realize once again how selfish I can be in my petitions to our Father.
That night when I prayed my daily visit with the Lord, I prayed to God to allow Mary to continue seeing for the rest of her days. I prayed for Him to comfort her and always let her know He is by her side. Before too much longer, Mary will see like a hawk.
I think in reality, Mary may also be afraid. She lives alone and doesn't have a 24/7 caregiver. Her daughter and son-in-law are busy working and only can attend to her in the evenings with spare time.
We were heart stricken deeply by Mary's humbleness. I mean, if I'm gonna ask God for something, would I not ask for 20-20 vision? It made me realize once again how selfish I can be in my petitions to our Father.
That night when I prayed my daily visit with the Lord, I prayed to God to allow Mary to continue seeing for the rest of her days. I prayed for Him to comfort her and always let her know He is by her side. Before too much longer, Mary will see like a hawk.
