Day 80 - September 3 - Praise the Lord
I've just written and thrown away two different blogs, both of which summed up my total despair at the latest news. As I wrote the second one (which was only slightly less offensive than the first one), I finally was able to pray about it and about what I was supposed to post. The only answer is that I'm supposed to praise God for what He is doing.
I suspect you'll be able to read sarcasm into these words if you want - I do not mean them that way; I just have to type this like this -
Praise the Lord for getting us to Valley safely.
Praise the Lord for keeping Connor healthy while he traveled.
Praise the Lord for giving him the right staff in the ambulance.
Praise the Lord for getting all the vehicles and RV back to the house without any problems.
Praise the Lord for having qualified medical people here to help keep Connor healthy.
Praise the Lord that Connor's injury has been assessed as C1 instead of C4/C5.
Praise the Lord that this means Connor has no feeling except on his face.
Praise the Lord that the doctors believe Connor cannot be weaned from the ventilator.
Praise the Lord that we may now have only a few weeks before we have to have a way to provide for Connor at home.
Praise the Lord that our house has no provision for handicapped or ventilator-dependent people.
Praise the Lord that you can't even get a wheeled chair or bed into our house.
Praise the Lord that the housing market has fallen such that I have little or no equity in my home to pay for renovations.
Praise the Lord that there is not enough time to design, finance, and build/modify the house before our time will run out.
Praise the Lord that there isn't even enough time to hack through the bureaucratic red tape before our time will run out.
Praise the Lord that He has placed so many insurmountable obstacles in our path that there is no human way to provide for my family.
Praise the Lord that He has brought me to a place in my faith where He must be faithful or we are destroyed.
Honestly, I find no sarcasm in me when I write this. I'm not jumping up and down waving my arms, but I'm not sarcastic either. Everything rides on Him, and we try to cling to our faith that He will intervene.
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Eric, your desire to cling to God in the midst of insurmountable odds brings glory to God. Keep clinging and praying. Even those of us who have never met you continue to hold you all up in prayer. God knows and hears your desperate cries for His help. He will provide, miraculously, if necessary.
Eric,
I have been following your family's blog and praying for you since Connor's accident. My daughter Jessica has responded to your blogs (she is the young lady who did her SCI rehab at Valley).
I loved reading today's blog especially the last line that if God does not respond your family will be ruined. Sounds crazy, huh? Eric, you have just opened the door for God to amaze you! From this moment forward you will see every concern you listed resolved and you will know beyond a shadow of a doubt that every provision has come directly from God.
Don't forget you are not on this journey alone. Keep praising God just as you did in your blog and He will strengthen you and as you travel this journey you will see one miracle after another.
I have no doubt that God has your family in exactly the place of healing you should be. Don't be concerned about those initial talks with the doctor regarding Connor's prognosis. They are very conservative with what they say. Remember they are part scientist and are reading medical data in Connor's charts and scientifically evaluating him during his exams.
Believe and hold on to what Gabriel told Mary in Luke 1:37 -"For with God nothing will be impossible." When it is difficult to believe rest assured an army of supporters is believing for you.
Now try to rest and don't worry because the ball is in God's court.
Literally your servant in Christ,
Martha Runnels
Yet you are going to be bringing the boy HOME - alive, breathing and eating and talking - instead of what it may have looked like back in June - that you might nit have your boy for long at all. Yes, the obstacles are large, but Connor has life, and therefore hope, and so do you. All the other details can be humanly figured out. AU
I have no words except that I'm praying.
I just read the following quote from Charles Spurgeon:
“Though he knows your trials will work for your good, yet he pities you. Though he knows that there is sin in you, which, perhaps, may require this rough discipline ere you be sanctified, yet he pities you. Though he can hear the music of heaven, the songs of glee that will ultimately come of your present sighs and griefs, yet still he pities those groans and wails of yours; for ‘He doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.’ In all our distresses and present griefs he takes his share; he pities us as a father pities his children.”
Lean into those amazing Father arms!
In Him,
Violet (Portland, OR)
I'm crying and praying...wishing we were closer, feeling a tiny bit of your pain and despair. Caring for a quadriplegic brother-in-law day in and day out gives us more understanding than most, I assume, but nothing like what you're experiencing. We love you all and will keep upholding you for strength and peace. I know it's a small thing, but give Joelle and Connor big hugs from us and please hug each other for us, too.
Dear Eric,
We are praising God with you, we are on our knees praying for you and we are weeping with you as you confront new obstacles. Having lost everything once in our life, I know God restores (small comfort, I know at this time), but nevertheless His mercies are new every morning. We ache for you! Bill and Jann
I will love thee, O Lord,
my strength,
my rock,
my fortress,
and my deliverer.
Psalm 18:1-2
Like Martha's comments said, the ball is in God's court! I am praying for you and your entire family now. I know this has been such a long road for you, but this road leads Home, not matter what the outcome. The body of Christ is about you and you will see His work through His people to come along side you and provide everything Connor needs to come home. I hope you can get some rest in that. We will continue to pray for you.
God does his best work when we exhaust all our efforts. We do our best to figure everything out for Him but until we realize we that we can't do anything apart from Him it is then that He is free to work.
I know you all are exhausted and weary from the battle. Hang in there. Yes, there are adjustments that seem insurmountable, but with God all things are possible.
You are home now and I am certain that you have family, friends, a church family, an amazing network of support that will be there ready, willing, and able to be used by God to see that the necessities are handled and that Connor's transition home will be a smooth one.
This tragic accident has changed your lives forever, whether Connor is up and walking or paralyzed, your lives will be forever different. It is impossible to go back to life as you knew it before the accident. God is a God of promises and He is faithful. He will not take you where He has not gone before you all.
I'm unable to offer the words and encouragement to you because they would not do justice, I can only empathize with you and tell you how much I love you and that I am continuing to plead for Connor's case. I know you are tired, scared, mad, confused, and more...but know that you are loved beyond measure by a God who IS the God of HOPE!
I love you all.
Martha in Fl.
"If You Want Me To" by Ginny Owens
The pathway is broken
and the signs are unclear.
And I don't know the reason, why you brought me here.
But just because You love me, the way that You do.
I'm gonna walk through the valley
if you want me to.
Cause I'm not who I was, when I took my first step.
And I'm clinging to the promise, You're not through with me yet.
So if all of these trials, bring me closer to you.
Then I will walk through the fire, if you want me to.
It may not be the way, I would have chosen.
When you lead me through a world, that's not my home.
But you never said, it would be easy.
You only said I'd never go alone.
So when the whole world turns against me, and I'm all by myself.
And I can't hear You answer, my cries for help.
I'll remember the suffering, that Your love put You through.
And I will walk through the darkness, if you want me to.
Cause when I cross over Jordan, gonna sing, gonna shout.
Gonna look into Your eyes and see You never let me down,
So take me on the pathway, that leads me home to You,
and I will walk through the valley,
if you want me to.
Yes, I will walk through the valley, if you want me to.
"And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell." Matthew 10:28
His redeemed can take comfort in knowing, though the effects of sin on creation cause sickness and trouble from the day of our birth, nothing on this earth can destroy His redeemed, who He has plucked from the fires of Hell.
You are already embraced eternally by God and saved from the type of destruction that God says we really should fear.
God even uses Extreme Makeover: Home Edition!!
I'm praying and I rest in the knowledge that your needs are already met. Hakuna Matata - No Worries!
jessrun
I've tried to think of lots of "inspiring" words to type here... but I'm at a loss. Thanks for sharing your struggles with us and know that I am still praying and God is still faithful.
Trina
AMEN to Martha Runnel's blog. I totally agree and believe that through your praises to God, He has heard each and every word and you will begin seeing the miracles and answers one by one. You continue to be on the hearts and in the prayers of many many brothers and sisters in Christ. You certainly do not walk this journey alone. May God continue to sustain you and give you strength to put one foot in front of the other.
Eric, you are Praising Him in the storm. You are being obedient.
May God lift you all up.
Bonnie/Fresno
I'm crying harder than I have in a long time as I read this and write my comment. I've been following this blog almost since the accident. I went to camp at Hume Lake and I was born at the hospital Connor was just released from. I hold my breath as I check the site every day for a progress report. I pray as often as this busy mom of three can remember to. But something inside me tells me there's something more I need to be doing. I have three young kids, I'm pregnant with number 4, my oldest starts kinder tomorrow, I just found out yesterday that there might be a minor complication with this pregnancy that would prevent me from traveling, I'm over 350 miles from Morgan Hill, everything on paper says it's unrealistic for me to think that there's anything more I can do than pray for Connor and the family.
I emailed the support team a month or so ago with an offer to help through my small business and never heard back, though if they hadn't gotten to my email I wouldn't be surprised.
For now I will continue to pray and hope that God leads me in the right direction to help Connor and the Williamsons.
Elizabeth
Irvine, CA
Eric, my friend - my heart is heavy for you, yet I rejoice that you are able to praise God in your situation! Keep on that path.
I've been pondering a couple of things for the last day or so - I hope I can communicate them well, and that they help in some way...
I cannot know the depths of despair that your mind hovers over - I've never even been remotely close to being in the situation you are in. I have tasted somewhat of discouragement over circumstances, for sure - but not to the degree that you and your family are enduring at the present time. But I do know that we worship a God Who sympathizes with us in our weaknesses, even while He allows us to go through terrible trials. He also has given us another Comforter Who dwells in us, strengthens us, prays for us, and guides us through these times. The question to focus on is not "how?", but "Who?" Notice that "Who" is an anagram for "how"... I beg you to rearrange those letters in your head, and in your heart when you feel Giant Despair closing in on you. Yes, you have been challenged in an unimaginable way - and the path out of the deep valley you are in seems treacherous beyond your worst nightmare. But God's word tells us that He Who hung the stars in the heavens, Who knows their number and names, Who crafted and knew not only you but Connor as well before each of you were born, Who knows the number of hairs on Connor's head, Who knows when a sparrow falls - He has promised to never leave nor forsake you, or Connor, or Cherie, or Joelle. And He does not lie. So rest in the "Who" and let the "how" unfold.
Also, please don't be discouraged when you temporarily let despair rule in your heart and mind. Right after Elijah trusted God for a spectacular miracle on Mount Carmel, he ran away from Queen Jezebel when he heard that she was out for his blood. He even asked God to take his life! Can you imagine that change of mindset? I can! Talk about crashing after a very literal "mountain top" experience! Yet... God sought Elijah out gently, and ministered to him. He will do the same with you if you falter. And if you do, remember, His grace is sufficient. I know you are trying with all of your being to let God be God and to let Him take care of the details - keep on that path as well.
Finally, as you look to your Captain Who is right now interceding for you and through Whom you are more than a conqueror (as you pointed out the other day), see this image:
Revelation 1:12 Then I turned to see the voice that spoke with me. And having turned I saw seven golden lampstands, 13 and in the midst of the seven lampstands One like the Son of Man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. 14 His head and hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes like a flame of fire; 15 His feet were like fine brass, as if refined in a furnace, and His voice as the sound of many waters; 16 He had in His right hand seven stars, out of His mouth went a sharp two-edged sword, and His countenance was like the sun shining in its strength. 17 And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead. But He laid His right hand on me, saying to me, “Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last. 18 I am He who lives, and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore. Amen. And I have the keys of Hades and of Death. (NKJV)
With love and many prayers,
A Desperate Sinner saved by Grace
God's ways are not our ways.
I do not believe that God is going to allow the bleak picture you have painted for Connor and your family. I like you will Praise Him and wait on Him.
I still believe and have faith that Connor will be restored and God will be glorified.
Sally
Dear Williamson's...
There are no words..These are mountains'.. Yet i know that God does move "the mountains.." Our hearts ache so big for you..This really is so much too handle.. We are praying and we are believing..
we love you so much and we will continue to trust with you and for you..
With trust in Him..
love,
The MacPhail's
Dear sweet Williamson family,
I wish I was so filled with the wisdom that Solomon had but I'm not. I weep for you and my heart breaks but I will push that aside and continue to pray and hold tight to God's promises. Once we surrender to the fact that we really do not have any control over our lives and circumstances that take place, yes, we can make choices that alter our lives per se, but, God is really in control. Once we surrender to that truely, there is peace. Rest in that peace dear family of God. Not easy? No it's not. Praying always.
Love,
Ginny
I'd like to add to your difficult and obedient writing: Praise God that you know Him! Despair without the King is hopeless.
EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER....what a story we could share....what a blessing they could receive....what a crew of helpers they could have....what...in a week??? They do it on TV...this CAN BE DONE!
God can and will provide all that we need!
Wow, it seems like with this change in location and doctors, comes uncertainty as to how things will progress. This must be so frustrating to hear different things from what you were told in Fresno. Praying for clarity and strength for you all. Praying that the Lord will provide for every need for every situation. There are many people that I'm sure will be mobilizing to help your family however possible. Thank you for letting us know all the new obstacles and letting us know how much you are struggling.
In the midst of all of this- I was just wondering how Connor is doing with the news?
Praying for you all.
I actually emailed Extreme Home Makeover prior to the above post and asked them to consider the Williamson family.
dear brother in Christ, i have wanted to share this for so long, never wanting to seem insensitive or inappropriate, i chose not to. i feel move to now. few people know this story... 1971- i was 8. veronica was 6. the 2 youngest of 5 girls in my family. she was 1 in 10 million (or so they say) 'irreversible brain damage', from the measles vaccination. 10 yrs she suffered at home. 10 yrs our parents marriage fell apart. 10 yrs the other children in the family were neglected, witnessed horrific acts, heard destructive words, wished and prayed for miracles, divorce, death. lives were forever changed, never to be forgotten of what was lost- childhood, family memories, what could have- dare i say- should have been. from the illness? no. lack of faith. lack of support. lack of family bonding. we had a house. we had things. none of those things mattered. what you have is something so far beyond material things. he is alive PRAISE THE LORD! he has not suffered from brain damage PRAISE THE LORD! he has a strong family PRAISE THE LORD! he has strong faith in God, as does his ENTIRE family!! PRAISE THE LORD!! he has been surrounded (by coincidence? no!) by countless loving believers that will come and help in all areas of service, by their gifts and by the grace of God, lovingly, willfully, joyfully! PRAISE THE LORD! Yes brother, today I praise the Lord as I read this posting... looking in at your life, your 'grim' situation, I see so many things to be praising the Lord for. Today, my family is still in a state of despair- dysfunctional, broken, alone. It's a sad story, yes, but the way I see it now is this: the situation with my sisters illness was not the issue, but rather how it was handled; God was not praised nor sought after, but rather He was cursed and hated and the destruction continues on in some of us today even though Veronica went to be with Jesus in 1981. I praise the Lord that you all have such an amazingly strong family, from all of Connors Grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins... his sister, and you and Cherie'. I'm blown away by it and am so happy that in the midst of this trial, though the house, job, insurance and other obstacles come in the way, you all stand on such a firm foundation!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!!
praying without ceasing, and proud to belong to your family in Christ,
Christine Barr
xoxoxoxo
Amen and Amen to barrs by the bay comment!!!!!
Dear Tex & Cherie: I'm soooo very sad to see all of these obstacles before you again. I keep hoping things will settle down somewhat, but I guess just not yet. Think back and remember all that of the mountains you have climbed up and over that you felt were insurmountable since this nightmare started. You will climb up and over these ones too, one step at a time. Thinking about you always.
Lisa S.
I thought I posted earlier but it did not show up.
Just know this, Williamson Family, there are many things to praise the Lord for. Thank you for praising and being open to letting the Lord mold you. Keep pliable in His hands. Faithful in prayer! As brother's and sister's in Christ, we are called to love you as Christ loves us. Eric, Cherie, Jollie and Connor, you are in our prayers. I am sure there are MANY people behind the scenes, most of which you may be unaware of, that are seeking to help you in your struggles, as prayer warriors and looking for avenues to assist with more basic, earthly needs. Keep your eyes up and hearts open to what God, in all his wisdom, can accomplish!
Derendinger Family
Matt Redman sings a song....
You Never Let Go
Through the calm and through the storm
Oh no, You never let go
In every high and every low
Oh no, You never let go
Lord, You never let go of me.
And I will fear no evil
For my God is with me
And if my God is with me
Whom(what)then shall I fear?
Thinking of you at the end of the day too!
Bonnie/Fresno
Prais God for Martha & Jessica R. and all the others on here...your posts are so uplifting and encouraging. Thanks for being here for my friends, the Williamsons...and thank you all for loving them as much as I do! And as much as we love the Williamsons, can you believe that God loves them more? I know it seems impossible, but it is true...I am so excited about what God is going to do!
Praise the Lord, that Joe (the plumber) will be there with others, to work diligently to modify that house in an "Extreme Homemakeover" style.
Praise the Lord that those who know will search their backyards, clean out the garage and donate all the materials that will be needed for such a project.
Praise the Lord, that those who can't help bang nails, saw wood and cut pipe will be there to feed the troops, water the weary and bake sweets for all!!!
Praise the Lord, that Connor is HERE!
He IS Good!
As always,
Michawn
MHBC
Yes, praise God that He has brought the Williamson's home. I can't build houses, although I have done a little framing and hammered siding and painted, so anything I can do that doesn't involve lifting, I will do.
I can also do laundry, dishes, cooking, cleaning(not as amazingly as Cherie, but it will be done in love), pick up dog poop, feed cats, go to the grocery store, etc. Where do we sign up?
We love you,
Michele for the Harveys
God has paved the way for Connor to return close to home in Morgan Hill.
God will direct Connor's "church" of servants in California and throughout the world to help with the earthly needs and modifications and donations...God will continue to direct Connor's medical staff to seek and search for improvements in Connor's status....we are hopeful, we are praying, we are here for you, Connor! Look at how far you have come already! God isn't finished with you yet!
Tex and Ree, I am convinced God will provide everything you need to see you through this...
when Job's wife asked him "Why don't you just curse God and die?". he responded (paraphrasing) "Am I to take only the good from God and not the bad?, Even if he slays me, I will praise him!"....
Amen to the Barrs by the bay! It puts everything into perspective.
Praise the Lord! The God on the mountain is still the God in the valley, praise the Lord!
Thank you Connor, Eric, Cherie, Joelee, Grandmas, Grandpas, and Uncles, you will never know this side of Heaven how you've touched so many around the world with your love for each other and for our God.
Loving you, believing with you, and praying for you
Have you noticed that you have gotten more "comments" than practically any other post? I didn't go back and check but take my word for it, okay? anyway--that alone shows how many people are caring for you and praying for you. I still have to remember a song of 11-12 yrs ago by David & Goliath that says God "turns stumbling blocks to stepping stones"...I know He is ready to do that for you all. Our continued love and prayers for you--Cheryl, Ripon, CA
When there is nothing left,
let GOD.
I have been thinking about you and your family all day. I have no great words of wisdom or comfort today. All I can say is that I am praying and will continue doing so.
I do wonder how one, who does not know Christ, handle situations like this. I read about your questions, worries, and hurts, which I can only imagine how tough. Yet, your strength in Him is so apparent, even on the worst of days.
I so wish you did not have to take this journey that God lead you through, but your faith in Him is an inspiration to me. I wonder how many people will be in Heaven because they heard about Connor, and followed his journey, and through it realized the only hope they have is through "Connor's God?"
May God bless you tonight. May He give you a good night's rest, and give you the answers you need for tomorrow.
Good night, my friends.
HI Eric and Cherie,
Now that you have "praised the Lord for" He is going to step in and pave the way believe me I know what you are going thru. I took Jared home to NO equipment his queen matress pulled out into the front room on the floor where i layed with him night after night. Wondering what the H--- was going on! But you know what we made it God carried us thru with what we had and no help from the medical supply company ( its been 4 weeks since he was sent home and I still dont have the right equioment medically) but GOD HAS PROVIDED people to help move Jared when I need to because i dont have is lift yet. Food because i dont have time to cook, house cleaners because i dont have time for that and people to come help me care for jared because its a full time job and insurance isnt covering shift nursing. Now I know that sounds like oh great we arent going to have what we need for Connor what I am telling you is the same I am sure as every one else is saying GOD will PROVIDE what you NEED not what you think you need. AND you WILL find your routine and life WILL become a little easier day by day not at first the first 2 weeks at home will wear you out mentally physically and emotionally just trying to get organized! but it WILL get better. Leave it in Gods hands use the strength he has and is giving you to care for your boy let God tend to renovating what needs to be renovated and the finances. I have not been back to work since Jared has been home and Gods people are faithful and the bills are being paid and Jareds needs ae being met. Hang on to the foot of the throne He is there He knows what you need He will supply take a deep breath and use your faith!!
Praying for you daily.
Tracy, Nick and Jared
Wow!! It gave me goose bumps reading what Chelle Y said. She said, "I wonder how many people will be in Heaven because they heard about Connor, and followed his journey, and through it realized the only hope they have is through "Connor's God?"
God is surely using your family. And you just don't know what God is going to do! He's an AWSOME, AMAZING, God!! He will take care of you for sure!! I know He will!! Great things are to come!!!!
In Him!
Kim
Throughout the Old Testament, God is referred to again and again as "the God who brought you out of Egypt." The children of Israel had seen miracles--real miracles of mind-boggling magnitude--performed before their eyes, and yet when new difficulties presented themselves, they despaired. Over and over again--"the God who brought them out of Egypt" proved his faithfulness and his power.
The same God who has saved Conner's life (for a reason) and sustained you thus far is still working. Look back at this blog from the beginning--material provision, spiritual encouragement, hope and love and blessings--He has provided it all. We are joining you in praise for what he has done, and earnest prayer for the immediate needs of your family. May you feel his very presence.
Karen in Poland
Vulnerability and honesty are trademarks of your testimony to God's goodness and grace in your life. The wounded, broken, hurting heart that you so freely project to those that love you, as well as those that don't even know you, is a magnificent display of God's interest and intimate work in you and your family. I thank you so very much for the words you've spoken over the past several weeks. It's an example we should all seek to follow as we pursue to truly know God's heart! Thank you, Williamson family.
Our God is an Awesome God!
As we all know, it is when we realize that there is nothing else we can do...and we feel vunerable and hopeless that God can really start working in our behalf. We may say we have turned it over to God, but then we still try to make things work out, so when they don't, we feel it as a failure. It is like we say..OK God...it is in your hands, and I want it to be this way. Well I have learned from experience, that until I broke down and turned it all over to Him and asked His will be done, not mine, that I was granted His peace. I have never felt peace like I did at that time. My prayer for you, Eric and Cherie, is that you have totally turned it over to God and His will. It sounds like that has happened by your last post, and if so, I pray that you find that inner peace that I was so blessed with in Feb. 2006. It is an undescribable peace, you just have to live it. Remember, it is God's way...not our way....and He will take care of you. Like someone else said, you know how much all of us here love you...but it isn't nearly as much as God loves you. Keep that faith shining...and praising God. Your family has touched so many people, and God is using you to do so. Our prayers will continue to go up for all of you. We love you here in Texas!
When I read these verses, I was reminded of you.
"Do not be afraid of sudden terror, Nor of trouble from the wicked when it comes; For the Lord will be your confidence, And will keep your foot from being caught"
Proverbs 3:25-26
Williamsons:
Through all of the news you received yesterday please think about how God has given Connor feeling in his face. Connor can feel your soft caress, his mothers kiss. Connor can see God's glory through His creation. Connor can see his mama, dad, and his beautiful sister. Connor can hear. He can hear your beautiful voice Cherie. He can hear the word of God. He can hear. Connor can speak. Yes, with assistance but he can speak. Connor can continue to praise God with his lips!! Those are blessings. Connor's beautiful, handsome face is still beautiful and handsome and those eyes still will shine! Keep looking at the face of your child, a child of God.
Amen.
An awesome post, anonymous, right before this one.
God is showing us that all Connor needs is his faith, his heart, his eyes, mouth, ears. His soul is beautiful! His very essence is shining for all of us to learn.
Not to be discouraging, we are still praying for that miracle - in God's timing. I found some information on the internet about C1 SCI patients regaining mobility even after 6 months, even after 2 years! Miracles are still possible.
But God will show us how Connor uses what is functional RIGHT NOW (as listed above - heart, eyes, ears, mouth, soul) as a testimony to God's beauty and power. He will use those parts of Connor right now to bring more people into His family. Thank you Williamson family, for being true servants of God. You all have been incredibly chosen by God. I can't imagine how hard it is. We are praying for you. Hold fast.
Williamsons - you are doing all you can, and that's what is asked of you - nothing more!! The rest is God's job, and HE is exceedingly able!!!! He works best under tight deadlines and against impossible odds.
I read the other day about Faith being based upon Hope, and sometimes if our 'hope' wanes, or we forget just what it is we're 'hopeful' for, faith can suffer....I don't pretend to know what might apply or not to you, collectively or individually, but it's been on my heart the last few days. I was reading about Paul's prayers, specifically to the Ephesians, and the writer took a back-to-basics approach, starting with hope.
I would echo his prayer for you - I pray for a spirit of wisdom and revelation - That God would tell you what's going on in His world, so you can have more peace about it in our world....
(tried responding while signed on and using the blogger ID, but it must be beyond my meager abilities, since nothing posts....I'll be 'anonymous for now')
Petezzr
Williamson family, still praying. San wears his ConnorWatch bracelet all the time,never taking it off,further reminders to keep praying. We are blessed to do so.
Know that you are not alone. We are walking our journey of faith too,so many unknowns before us and the Lord is testing our faith as well. Our current struggles are not to be compared with yours but the Lord is faithful to keep our eyes on Him. We'd all be so lost without His sustaining grace and promises.
Blessings to you as always.
The Kenyons, Morgan Hill
p.s. Christine Barr, thank you for your comment. God used it to remind me to bless Him and thank Him, always purposing to look at how He has already blessed us!
Thank you!
Eric,
Just so you know, I still agree with your "Atrophied Faith-Part 2" post, 100%. I am in total agreement with it.
Again, you have not been selfish in coming to the Lord with your heart felt requests. That's exactly what He asks us to do. I just really wanted to encourage you with that.
Of course we need to accept what God brings our way, not knowing why He answers some of the ways He does, but knowing He's in control, loves us, and you never know with our pleading, how He may answer down the road. He just wants us to get our hearts right with Him, trust Him, cling to Him and remember that's He's taking care of us and loves us so much!
I just wanted to encourage you and let you know we agree with your post you had written.
In Him,
Kim & Ken
Im praying for you guys so much right now. I dont know what else tos ay but just know im praying and just crying out to God for you guys!!!
If anyone would like to do a prayer meeting for this situation God says where 2 or more are gathered He is there please let me know if your intrested my e-mail is jesus_saves_777@yahoo.com im
going to hold one on Monday September 8 at 730pm in Morgan hill
Connor you truly have inspired me and so many other people. I love ya cus your my bro in Christ =)
You should apply to Extreme Makeover: Home Edition!! Who knows...maybe God is waiting to work through Hollywood! They are accepting applications now!
Here's the link
http://abc.go.com/primetime/xtremehome/index?pn=index
May sound crazy, but God works in Crazy ways sometimes!
Eric and Cherie,
I really think that you belong to a church that always has come through when people were in trouble. I am willing to bet they would "LaCasa" your home and love doing it. Praise God for WHCC and all who go there. I wish we were closer. Bill and Jann
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