9But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me. 10That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.
2 Corinthians 12 9-10
I read this scripture this morning and found comfort…but it also reminded me how weak we all are when left on our own. It is so easy to slip in a moment of panic or anxiety. It is so easy to run in times of trials. God tells us there is no need to panic or to run. His power has made us perfect…complete. He does not promise our lives to be without trials, but He does promise compassion and strength. I am going to cling to this scripture as we go through this journey with our mom. I am sure there will be days that we are forced to remind ourselves of this a hundred times and if we need to, we do it again the next day. We have started this blog so that we can keep all of our family and friends updated on the healing of Sandi. It is also a great tool to let her know you are supporting her. Please feel free to leave messages here so Sandi knows you stopped by!
Early in July, Sandi was experiencing some abdominal pain. All indications pointed towards kidney stones…until the doctors reviewed the CT scan. Sandi has a mass on her kidney that has now been diagnosed as cancer. Although there is cancer in her kidney, it did not originate there. We are currently waiting on further test results to come back from the lab to see if we can determine where the cancer started. Sandi has definitely had an increase in pain and we are hoping to be able to have a starting point to a resolution soon. In the mean time, we will be heading up to Renton on Monday to visit the Seattle Cancer Treatment and Wellness center for a second opinion.
At this point, we would LOVE your prayers for healing, comfort, strength for Ron and Sandi, a reduction of pain, rest, wisdom, guidance, and that His grace will be revealed to all those touched by this situation.
-Dawn
Sandi and family,
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When I thought, "My foot slips," your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up. When the cares of my heart are many your consolations cheer my soul.
No one can touch your inner most parts with peace and comfort like the Lord. You know this on some level and I am praying the Lord will give you a deeper revelation of Himself to you as you walk this journey with Him.
I'm praying with you and for you all.
Cindy K.
Hi Auntie, My heart,thoughts and prayers are with you and Uncle Ron, and the doctor's treating you may God grant them wisdom in your treatment for a speeding recovery. Psalm 91:1-3 he who dwells in the shelter of the Most high will rest in the shadows of the almighty. I will say, of the Lord, "he is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
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Lamentations 3:22-24 " Because of the Lord's great love we are not comnsumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, "The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.
We all love you very much may you stay strong through him how strengthen's you. May God continue to hold your hand and give you peace through the tough times, In his precious name amen!
Love your niece Vickie
interceding on your behalf from 3200 miles away and looking forward to being back so we can help out in any way you guys need it. sandi; you are surrounded by an amazing and supportive family. cancer is ugly, but God is so much bigger....may you find rest and peace in Him as your Daddy and run to Him for the strength you will need on this journey! love the tiger tribe
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