Fear not, for though the thought of losing your natural sight is a heavy burden, yet the Lord sees your trembling heart and bids you trust in Him. That which you dread most may never come to pass; but if it should, remember the far greater blindness which afflicts the soul that walks in unbelief. Many whose eyes are clear are yet in darkness concerning the things of God, and they see not the peril of their state. But if you have looked to Jesus by faith, you possess a sight that can never be taken from you, for the Spirit has opened your eyes to behold the King in His beauty.
The leaves of the tree of life are for the healing of the nations; the very least thing about Christ is charged with restoring power. He who healed the palsied man forgave his sins first, and healing followed. All manner of diseases fled before Him, for the power of the Lord was present to heal. Bring your fear to Him, and with it your sin, for pardon and healing are one gift from His gracious hand. The same voice that said, “Son, be of good cheer; your sins are forgiven you,” can speak peace to your troubled spirit and, if it pleases Him, preserve your sight.
Do not let fear torment you, for it weakens the hands and dishonors the God who promised, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.” The fear that is blessed is a holy dread of offending Him, a trembling reverence that keeps you near the cross. But the dread of coming evil, that anxiety which looks upon a future you cannot govern, is to be laid at the feet of Him who holds the stars in His hand. If He watches the sparrow, shall He not watch over you? Every stroke of the Physician’s hand is wise, and even should He permit sore trial, it shall work for your good and display His sufficiency.
We will join our prayers with yours, asking that the Sun of Righteousness rise upon you with healing in His wings. Yet rest in this: whether in light or in shadow, nothing shall separate you from His love. If all earthly lamps go out, the light of His countenance shall be your sight, and in the city above, there is no need for the sun, for the Lamb is its light. Look beyond the present terror, and say with the psalmist, “What time I am afraid, I will trust in Thee.” Almighty grace can change the gloomy night to morn, and should the trial be appointed, that same grace will enable you to bear it. Fear not; only believe.