Fighting Cancer with Faith: 7 Truths to Hold On To In Your Cancer Journey

In this solo episode of Faith Through Cancer, I’m sharing seven biblical truths that became lifelines for my mother-in-law, Bev, during her journey with terminal cancer. These truths—woven throughout her journals—are rooted in Scripture, anchored in God’s promises, and full of practical ways to draw near to Him no matter what you’re walking through.

Purpose

📖 Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord... 📖 Psalm 32:8 – “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life...”

Peace

📖 John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you…” 📖 Isaiah 58:11 – “The Lord will guide you continually, giving you water when you are dry…”

Faithfulness

📖 Lamentations 3:22–23 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends… Great is His faithfulness.” 📖 Deuteronomy 7:9 – “The Lord your God is indeed God… the faithful God who keeps His covenant…”

Strength

📖 2 Chronicles 20:15 – “Do not be afraid… For the battle is not yours, but God’s.” 📖 2 Chronicles 20:17 – “You will not have to fight this battle… Watch the Lord’s victory.” 📖 Ephesians 6:10 – “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.”

Comfort

📖 Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted…” 📖 1 Peter 5:7 – “Give all your worries and cares to God…”

Thankfulness

📖 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances…” 📖 Psalm 100:4–5 – “Enter His gates with thanksgiving… His love endures forever.”

Hope (Eternity)

📖 John 10:28 – “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish…” 📖 2 Corinthians 4:16–18 – “Outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed…” 📖 Psalm 23:6 – “Surely your goodness… I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”

 

Mentioned in the Episode:

• The Devotional Quilts Project – A creative fundraiser to bring Bev’s legacy to life through seven handmade quilts (one for each truth). Follow along at @terminal.joy and terminaljoy.com.

• 🎵 "Surrounded (Fight My Battles)" – Michael W. Smith 🎵 "Firm Foundation (He Won’t)" – by Maverick City Music / Cody Carnes / Chandler Moore (not specified, but common version) 🎵 "I Speak Jesus" – Charity Gayle

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