In November 2009, Matt Chandler, husband, father and pastor had a siezure which was the first indicator of a malignant tumor in his skull.
Over the last year he has shared a public journey through surgery, and continuing radiation and chemotherapy.
Justin Taylor’s blog features some YouTube clips from among many that Chandler had recorded to update the thousands concerned for him, along with a new interview.
If you are personally dealing with cancer, or supporting someone who is, you will find it helpful.
Here’s a couple of questions:
If you could go back and have a conversation with yourself on the evening of November 24, 2009, what would you have said to prepare Matt Chandler for the year ahead?
I think I would hug myself and just say, “He’s prepared you.”What do you wish people understood more about how to relate to those who suffer?
I wish people understood the power of presence. Just people being there to pray with us, encourage us, and support us was extremely life-giving (once I recovered from surgery).
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