JEFF TURNER
Dell Hyssong, a member of the beloved Southern Gospel trio The Hyssongs, recently experienced a health scare that tested his faith. The Hyssongs, consisting of Dell, his wife Susan, and their son Richard, have been traveling and performing together for more than 27 years, touching hearts with their music at over 225 events annually across Canada and the United States. Their latest release, There Is, continues to inspire audiences with its message of hope and trust in God.
However, just a few months ago, Dell faced a personal challenge that made the words of Proverbs 3:5-6 particularly poignant. “About three months ago, the doctor said, I think maybe you need to have some tests. Maybe you’ve got cancer, we’re not sure, but the percentages are high that you might,” Dell shared. For a man whose life and ministry are centered around his faith, this news was a moment to lean on that very faith.
Dell chose to trust in God, even when the future seemed uncertain. “I could worry, I could fret, or I could lean on God, I could trust him,” he reflected. During this period of waiting and uncertainty, Dell found strength in his faith, choosing to believe that God would guide him through whatever lay ahead.
Last Tuesday, Dell underwent an MRI, a moment that could have been filled with anxiety. But, true to his commitment to trust in the Lord, Dell faced the test with a calm spirit. The following day, he received the news he had been praying for: “Everything is benign. You don’t have cancer. You’re perfectly fine,” the doctor told him. Dell’s relief was palpable, and his gratitude was immeasurable.
Reflecting on the experience, Dell shared a moment of humor and hope: “In fact, [the doctor] said, since your mom and dad are 98 and 99, he said, I believe you’re going to live a long, long life. So you’re stuck with me for a long time. I tell that to Richard all the time. I might as well tell you.”
Dell’s story is a powerful reminder of the importance of faith in the face of life’s challenges. As he continues to travel and perform with The Hyssongs, his testimony of trust in God will undoubtedly resonate with audiences everywhere. His experience serves as an encouragement to all who face uncertainties to remember the words of Proverbs and lean not on their own understanding but to trust in the Lord with all their heart.
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