Last week I visited my friend, Miss Georgia. God brought this sweet lady into my life four years ago, and I’m thankful He did. The Lord has taught me much through her.
Georgia lives in a nearby assisted living facility in the Alzheimer’s unit. She moved there shortly after we met. I used to visit Georgia at least once a week. Sometimes twice. I’d take her out shopping, and we’d spend the afternoon together.
Over the past year, Georgia’s physical condition has worsened dramatically, and she can’t move around easily. Mentally, she has declined as well. Georgia’s words come out like nonsense, so it’s difficult to communicate with her.
Wednesday night I received a call that Georgia had suffered from a seizure, fell on her arm, and fractured it. Today, when I went to see her, she was heavily sedated for the pain and could barely talk.
It made me so sad to see Georgia in that condition. The doctor is recommending surgery on her arm. But, I’m not sure that’s the best option. Georgia is in her 80s, and she’s also very weak. Putting her under anesthetic could be deadly.
Because I’m Georgia’s guardian, the final decision is mine. I’ll consult with my husband, of course, but we need wisdom to know what is best.
Before I left Georgia’s room this morning, I sat beside her bed, laid my hand on her, and prayed. Faith rose up within me, and I asked God to miraculously heal her body, so she wouldn’t need surgery. I believe our great God can touch her bones and make her well.
“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us” (2 Cor. 1:3-4 NLT).
Will you pray with me for Georgia’s healing, physically and mentally? My friend, Miss Georgia, needs the Lord. And, unless God does a miracle, she is going to die without Him.
For more on Georgia’s story, read my blog series, “Her Name is Georgia.”