An older friend from my youth once told me that there was a benefit to those diagnosed with cancer. It gave them an opportunity to come and submit to Christ once they realized that their days in this world might very well be limited. She said those who die suddenly from an accident or something else would not get that same opportunity.
I have always thought about that and do understand what she was getting at. Many people dealing with a terminal illness do decide that it is time to make up ones mind. My uncle followed that course and we honestly believe his desire to follow Christ was real. The Lord graciously extended his days to 5 years from the time we were told he was terminal and each of those days he continued to read his bible and seek God. In reality none of us know how many days we have. We may not receive the benefit as my friend said of having time through a terminal illness. Now is the time to decide, trust, submit, repent and follow. Think on these things.