Day 38 - July 23 - Back Flips!
Well Connor is going back on the Roto-Prone bed again... saddens me, (it actually tears my heart to know he has to go through the Iron Maiden again) but he seems to be doing ok with the news. God has really given Connor an amazing strength. His lungs are looking clearer but it is just going too slow. They say they need his lungs to function better, I understand what they are saying, it just doesn't make it any easier to accept. I know it seems as if we are back to a couple weeks ago, we are, but not in all areas. Connor does seem stronger physically, and his heart has been doing well in the last few days. He is really a "slow stepper", as the Docs. say... slow and gradual. When will he ever get to be out of this place? God please hear my cry... are you even there?
Joelle is here today, and she was able to see, visit and love on her brother before he was locked away in his prison. Praise God!! I really liken the bed to a prison, and maybe that is why I have been reading about Paul in 2 Cor. so much. I really feel like Connor has been locked in chains for Christ's name sake. This whole past month has been a time where Connor is in captivity. It doesn't make it any easier for any of us, but I have an assurance that God is still in control. We have been seeing the way God is using all of this to touch so many people, it has strengthen marriages, built stronger relationships with God, and has brought others to God. We are only seeing a small glimpse of what God is doing... kind of like the pebble thrown in the water and the ripples that follow. I am trying to hold on to that. Please God, revive me so I can have strength for my son, daughter, and husband.
2 Corinthians 4:8,9 But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.
Therefore, I will try not to lose heart.
Always thankful for your prayers and support... We love all of you!!
A huge Connor hug,
Cherie'
posted by Cherié Williamson @ 12:08 PM
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We are sending our hugs right back! Thinking of you all the time, and praying too!
(Ephesians 3:14-21)
I'm on my knees praying that our Father who is able to do immeasurably more then all we ask or imagine would strengthen and energize you today. And that you would experience Him and His love in a way you haven't yet.
My arms ache with the desire to wrap each of you in my arms for a big hug. But is seems as if God has been good at providing hugs when they are most needed. Maybe if I entrust mine to Him He will deliver them to you for me. ;-)
Much love and continued prayers,
~Your sister in Christ
Wow what a wild ride! It's hard to say, but thank God that there is this bed to help Connor. God is orchestrating his plan for Connor and he will succeed! Even though the measures he choses may not be easy! God is seeking to protect Connor by the means of this bed. He is our Great Physician! Let's all continue to trust the Lord for he is good, his love endures forever. God has a master plan for Connor!
Sending many prayers your way,
Krista
Lewis
Cherie - Then it's very fortunate that we serve a risen Savior, about whom Luke records this in chapter 4 of his gospel:
16 So He came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. And as His custom was, He went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day, and stood up to read. 17 And He was handed the book of the prophet Isaiah. And when He had opened the book, He found the place where it was written:
18 “ The Spirit of the LORD is upon Me,
Because He has anointed Me
To preach the gospel to the poor;
He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted,
To proclaim liberty to the captives
And recovery of sight to the blind,
To set at liberty those who are oppressed;
19 To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD.”
20 Then He closed the book, and gave it back to the attendant and sat down. And the eyes of all who were in the synagogue were fixed on Him. 21 And He began to say to them, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” (NKJV)
Praying for you every time we think of you,
Lee & Jenann
Praying unceasingly. How deep the mind of the Lord is; how unfathomable His ways. Lord, please give Cherie, Eric, Joelle, and especially Connor a glimpse of Your plan that they might be strengthened and encouraged. Amen.
iamjustone
Just want you to know I am reading your blog daily and we are praying for you all.
What a walk this has been for you all. I can't help thinking of C.S. Lewis in The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. When Susan asked Mr Badger if Aslan was safe, the reply was 'Safe? He isn't a tame lion you know. Of course he isn't safe. But he's good.' That has often given me strength in recent years. God isn't necessarily safe, but He is Good. And of course we are far safer putting our whole trust in Him than we are in anything else in the entire universe - because only He is good.
We love you all. Alison Smith and family. (alimomof3)
Connor is a "slow stepper"? That reminds me of an ancient fable, the Tortise and the Hare. "Slow and steady wins the race they say."
Donna Hamilton
Tumwater WA
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you…..And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.
1 Peter:6-7,10-11
Cherie,
You have such dignity and faith. It has to be tiring for you? Sometimes when I am praying for Connor and think too is God listening? is He even there? I remember what was told to me years ago, yes! He is there, He answers all prayers and unfolds healing in His time, not ours. Connor is in good hands.
I read Kents blog regarding the grieving woman over her son and how Eric was her "Angel" in need today!
I pray for your strength! Love you girl.
Carolyn
Cherie Im praying for my Connor,this not going to be easy I know. God is in control. I miss you and always praying. Love Nana
Cherie Im praying for my Connor,this not going to be easy I know. God is in control. I miss you and always praying. Love Nana
cherie,
my son was bed ridden with temporary paralysis when he was in high school. it seemed like such a long time. each day seemed to never end and the process was so slow.
i know it seems so long since this happened, but so much has occurred. so many blessings that you can't even remember now.
i pray daily for you all...God bless your sleep tonight. sweet dreams of connor and jesus.
kathleen
MH
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