The road less traveled
These words are for the Saints of God Most High who belong to Jesus Christ. Beloved, your faith is seen by all who are around you. You are the righteous ones just as it is written, "the righteous ones shall live by faith."
We have traveled many miles together dear ones in our journey through this dark valley. And we see Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. He is our traveling companion. He is the reason for every mile. He is well pleased with us.
What do we see today? The opinions of competent medical experts all agree. Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare and potentially deadly disease. The treatment options are best guesses absent the statistics of many patients. A total cure is unlikely. Management of the disease is the goal.
What shall we say to this? The answer is simple beloved. "Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations." A medical impossibility occurred. Abraham was 100 and Sarah was 90 when Isaac was born.
The Apostle Paul struggled with chronic illness. He was beaten, imprisoned, shipwrecked, bit by a poison snake, stoned, and the target of assassins. What was his view of life's struggles? "I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."
When I look at Valerie, I am in awe of her strength and courage. She is a true American hero in every sense of the word. The presence of God's Holy Spirit is evident as she daily faces this enemy at the gate. The forces arrayed against her would overwhelm any person absent the mighty hand of God Most High. Her armor is not of this world.
Our good friend Kerry Randall is an attorney. She understands the concept of presenting an argument. It does not involve anger but is simply a statement of reason and facts to convince the court. God invites us to present an argument to Him. Isaiah was speaking on behalf of God he said, "come, let us reason together."
As you pray for God's healing power and wisdom in making decisions regarding medical treatment, remember this concept of presenting a legal argument to God. He is the one who has invited us to do so and has given us the intellect to do it.
Finally, dear ones, always remember, "God is not slow about His promises, as some count slowness." Leave your prayers with Him and He will answer them at just the right time.
We have traveled many miles together dear ones in our journey through this dark valley. And we see Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. He is our traveling companion. He is the reason for every mile. He is well pleased with us.
What do we see today? The opinions of competent medical experts all agree. Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare and potentially deadly disease. The treatment options are best guesses absent the statistics of many patients. A total cure is unlikely. Management of the disease is the goal.
What shall we say to this? The answer is simple beloved. "Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations." A medical impossibility occurred. Abraham was 100 and Sarah was 90 when Isaac was born.
The Apostle Paul struggled with chronic illness. He was beaten, imprisoned, shipwrecked, bit by a poison snake, stoned, and the target of assassins. What was his view of life's struggles? "I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."
When I look at Valerie, I am in awe of her strength and courage. She is a true American hero in every sense of the word. The presence of God's Holy Spirit is evident as she daily faces this enemy at the gate. The forces arrayed against her would overwhelm any person absent the mighty hand of God Most High. Her armor is not of this world.
Our good friend Kerry Randall is an attorney. She understands the concept of presenting an argument. It does not involve anger but is simply a statement of reason and facts to convince the court. God invites us to present an argument to Him. Isaiah was speaking on behalf of God he said, "come, let us reason together."
As you pray for God's healing power and wisdom in making decisions regarding medical treatment, remember this concept of presenting a legal argument to God. He is the one who has invited us to do so and has given us the intellect to do it.
Finally, dear ones, always remember, "God is not slow about His promises, as some count slowness." Leave your prayers with Him and He will answer them at just the right time.
posted by McCrea Family at 7:51 AM
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Hello McCrea Family. My name is Beth Wood. I am a friend of Dawn Mary. She has informed me of your challenge and asked that i keep you in my prayers. I have also put in a prayer request for you all at my church in San Marcos. I pray for you all. I pray for comfort and peace for the whole family. And i'm secretly jealous of Dawn for being invited to the Caman Islands this June. :o) May God bless you all and keep you under his wing during this difficult time.
Val- AS I was doing my devotion this morning and praying for you I prayed that you stay strong and that God's armor protects you. I went to Ephesians 6:12 about taking on the whole armor of God:
Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit.
Val I love the way you say THE BATTLE IS ON- and you have all it takes to win this battle!
You have God on our side and many who continue to hold you up in prayer. You're so loved by many!!! Stay strong and keep looking up to Jesus.
Your friend,
Deanna
Dear Val, Chris, Nancy and Richard,
I, too, am in complete awe of your strength and courage Valerie. It absolutely radiates from every single part of you! And when I am in the presence of you...of your mom and dad...of your whole family...it is so evident that you all possess the strength, courage, and faith that it takes to move mountains!
Nancy and Richard...your daughter is who she is because of you both. The foundation that Val has...the foundation that will carry her through this...came from you! Our dear Lord guided you as parents to teach His word...and you listened well. The faith that each of you carry within is strong and beautiful. I look at each and every one of you as true American heroes...
Richard, I have come before our Lord's courtroom innumerable times over the last few months. And to you all...I will come before Him and "argue" like I have never "argued" before in my life for Val!
Matthew chapter 7, verses 7 and 8 says, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened." We are asking...we are seeking...we are knocking Lord...for You to continue to surround Valerie and her family. Lord, please provide comfort, peace and strength for Valerie and her family, so that they may continue to battle this enemy with all that they need. We ask that You provide Val's medical team with wisdom and perserverance in this fight. Please hold them in Your strong arms and let them rest in Your Promise that You are with them always. We come before You and ask this in Your Name...Amen.
All my love,
Kerry Randall
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Val and Chris,
Happy Valentines Day!
I am hoping to see you soon. Let me know about the dates for your Kauai trip when you get a chance.
Hopefully, I can come before you leave..................
I think about you everyday and pray that you have peace in your heart. Send your worries to God for him to handle. He is shining his light down on you and through you.
I miss you both,
Love,
Marianne
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