Friday, April 13, 2012
Today started out like the others recently, juicing, our
time together with God, breakfast, dishes, walk. I walked further than Leland felt like doing,
so was alone for awhile. Feeling fragile
myself today, very much needing strength only God can give. Leland is not feeling well, having pain and fatigue.
We expected the fatigue from one of the supplements he is taking, hopefully a sign it is
kicking in doing what it needs to do.
Our Urologist called just as I returned home with an additional
report from a well respected doctor who is
the chief of the Urology and Cancer departments at a major university in
the east. Dr. N. reviewed Leland’s records
at the request of a friend who is the friend of our son-in-law’s
brother-in-law's parents. It is amazing how many people cancer touches, and how
wonderfully helpful and gracious so many people are-even those who do not know
us! But I digress. The report was the same, metastatic Cancer to
the lymph, probably the bones; the only appropriate therapy is hormonal, which
would only slow the cancer down, but not cure it. When more bad news is received on top of bad news already delivered, it has curiously little effect.
Tomorrow will be an anointing service, following the
counsel of the Bible in James 5:
13 Is
anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing
psalms. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him
call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him
with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And
the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up.We have participated in an anointing service several times, they are profound expressions of faith. But we have never participated from the perspective of the one needing the healing. It is very apparent there is little that man can do here, but our extremity is God’s opportunity, and we await His answer. In addition, another dear friend has requested to join us and make this a double anointing for his cancer of a different type which is rearing its ugly head again. Tomorrow will be a double blessing.
We so appreciate the many dear friends and family who are lifting us up in prayer and sending notes of encouragement . What a blessing each of you are to us!
Dearest Leland and Eileen, will be there today with hope and faith and prayers. Mainly for strength for the two of you, who are such an untiringly gracious example of acceptance and hope. Finding this blog makes me appreciate the fact you are taking the time to communicate efficiently so that we are not afraid of tiring you more, but feel connected. Always Us Living Love---Pat and Chuck
ReplyDeleteYour faith in God has lifted my own faith. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Amy Davis
Thank you so much for creating this blog where we can all get answers without bugging you to much. Oh I was so happy to read your blog today especially this one :) I was talking with David about this promise in James and "The prayer of faith will save the sick, and raise him up"! What an amazing ray of hope for each of us and especially Leland! I am so glad to hear this was acted on with faith and quick timing! I was so worried this was no longer performed by our pastors/elders as I have never seen it happen personally.
ReplyDeleteJesus came to earth to show us ALL about Gods enduring love, as he worked tirelessly to heal "EVERY" one in the town... the bible says in several different places (so there was not one sickness turned away or forgotten). It was usually after Jesus asked.... "Do you believe in Me?" or "Do you have faith?"... that he gave his commanding words that made every life change! I am so happy to hear your faith! Thank you for sharing your "real" moments of struggles as well as your times of happiness as you continue in faith together.
You both have touched so many lives, I am a living testimony to that :) Its hard to see this happen to you who have been such a blessing and source of strength for many years. We love you both so much.
Please remember the other incredible promise in James 1:2-4 "Count is all joy, my brothers, when you meet trails of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing!"
We are praying for you both!
Love always, The Brandons :)
Oh please let us know if there is anything we can do anytime... Need a massage or a sink installed? We want to be here for you :)
Dear Susy, Ami, Pat and Chuck,
ReplyDeleteI cannot say how very special it is to have your friendship love and caring. God is very good, and He gives us strength to go through these hard times, and come out with stronger faith on the other side. Thank you for being there for us!