My wife's health had been getting better and better. Life seemed normal. Last colonoscopy (4 years ago), the doctor said there was no evidence for IBD (ulcerative colitis or Crohns). Unfortunately, new symptoms have developed. Symptoms very compatible with IBD. She got initiated on Asacol, hasn't made much progress. She has a colonoscopy planned soon. Did this shake our faith? Yes and no. It definitely put it to the test. The last time the IBD symptoms were there, they were profound and she was hospitalized for 2 weeks. Unable to eat. On TPN. Getting weaker every day. So, this return of symptoms has definitely the potential to provoke fear. Fear of the unknown. We are in a better place spiritually. Stronger faith. God wasn't surprised by her symptoms, he saw them coming. He already had a plan in place to take care of my wife. Just as he took care of her and helped us get through the health difficulties last time. He accomplished much good out of that painful ordeal. I p