Trusting God Through Every Trial
(Day 12 – 3 Mar, Tue)
“But we do see Jesus, who was made lower than the angels for a little while, now crowned with glory and honour because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone.” Hebrews 2:9
On 23 October 2025, I underwent hip replacement surgery at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. That evening, Pastor Edward called my mobile phone and prayed with me. God encouraged me through Isaiah 41:10:
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
The operation was expected to last four hours, but by God’s grace, it was completed in just one and a half hours. I went into surgery without fear. Instead, I felt calm and contented. Psalm 32:7 became real to me:
“You are my hiding place; You will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.”
While recuperating in the observation ward, I began physiotherapy to help me walk again. I was thankful that my pain was manageable with just two Panadol tablets—and I was able to walk!
As I also required dialysis, I was transferred and later discharged from Tan Tock Seng Hospital on 28 October 2025 to Ren Ci Rehabilitation Hospital. During that time, I held on to 2 Thessalonians 3:3:
“But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.”
In my heart, I wondered whether all these events were happening for a purpose. As I sought God for direction, He spoke to me in a dream, reminding me to trust Him, relax, and continue with the necessary health checks. It became a season of reflection—a physical and spiritual overhaul.
During my hospital stay, I also had opportunities to share with fellow patients about my dialysis journey. I had been on renal medication for ten years before my kidneys eventually failed, functioning at only 10 percent capacity, leaving dialysis as the final option. I prayed with one neighbour and encouraged him to seek God’s guidance and discuss his options carefully with his family. I urged him to place his trust in the Lord, just as I have learned to do.
The challenges I experienced in the hospital wards became unexpected opportunities to witness to people of different races and backgrounds. God used even those difficult days for His purposes.
I thank Him for these eye-opening experiences. Through every trial, I continue to put my faith in Him, trusting that He is mindful of me and cares for me.
William Tan🙏✝️
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