Daily InsPirational MOments with Rev. Dr. Precious Prothro

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Scars, Not Pain

I have a scar on my thumb from an injury about a month ago. Every time I see it, I remember what happened — but the intensity of the pain has lessened.

I have other scars like that too. The memory is still there, but the pain is gone.

Then there’s my ankle. I had surgery almost two years ago. It’s still tender, and I don’t have all the feeling back. However, it is so much better than it was right after surgery.

Healing looks different depending on the wound.

Some things fade quickly. Some take time. Some improve slowly and remind us daily that we’re still in recovery. But they do improve.

I Corinthians 4:8–9 reminds us that we may be troubled, perplexed, persecuted, and cast down — but we are not forsaken or destroyed.

The wounds of the past may still be visible, but they don’t always carry the same pain.

Psalm 147:3 assures us: “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”

Whatever you’re healing from — keep going. The pain you feel today won’t always feel this sharp.

Healing is happening — even when you don’t see it.

Lord, thank You for being the Healer of our hearts and our bodies. Thank You that pain does not last forever and that You stay with us in every stage of recovery. Help us to trust Your timing and give us patience while we heal. In Jesus’ name, amen.