The book "Health, Healing, and Wholeness" by Tracy Crump is a powerful collection of devotionals for all who need hope in the midst of illness, whether a patient, caregiver, or medical professional. Because it was written by a friend of mine, I was eager to read what she had experienced in her years as an ICU nurse but also as a fellow Believer of Christ. The result touched me deeply and I highly recommend it to others.
These chapters are all short, to the point, and show an extraordinary depth of insight into the suffering that went on around Tracy for many years which of course is due to the rock solid faith she has in the truths found in God’s Word. Turning those tragic events into a spiritual insight is not easy, yet she does so on every page. The book is well worth the time to read it, though if you are like I was, you won’t be able to put it down once you start.
One great quote came from the chapter entitled “One Tiny Seed” where she says, “The longer it [sin] remains, unaddressed, the more entrenched the ‘infection’ becomes. Fortunately, God put a treatment plan in place long ago.” It is a great tribute to Tracy’s faith that she has tried to not only share from her experiences but also to zero in on the truest need of each life, for salvation and freedom from sin’s control, the ultimate healing we all crave.
The prayer at the end of the last chapter, “A Sure Foundation” is simple yet hit me hard when I consider how my body is aging and the ravages of time are taking their toll on my health and that of loved ones around me. It says, “Jesus, I trust you with my life. No matter what illness comes my way, I can weather it with You as my foundation. Amen.” Together with the closing Scripture, the book’s purpose is clear and unmistakable and I am grateful for Tracy’s efforts to bring comfort to all who struggle in the area of health and wellness.
Matthew 7:24-25 (NIV) – “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.”
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Quick reads but packed with hope and encouragement
Tracy Crump’s devotions, written through personal experiences as an intensive care nurse, offer hope to anyone dealing with a health crisis. This book is perfect for caregivers, family members dealing with a loved one’s health challenges, patients, professionals in the medical field, first responders – anyone dealing with a medical illness or diagnosis! Tracy’s personal experiences make each one of these devotions come alive! Tracy offers hope amidst those serious, and often, miraculous circumstances, but my particular favorite devotion revolved around laughter: the best medicine! I could just see the author’s mother careening in her wheelchair through the parking garage, heading straight towards a parked SUV! (She was unharmed, by the way and retained her sense of humor through the event!) Grab more than one copy of her book and plan to share when someone you know faces a health challenge! You’ll be glad you did.- Julie Lavender, author of 365 Ways to Love Your Child: Turning Little Moments into Lasting Memories (Revell)
