Day 90 - September 13 - Peace and Frustration
Today marks 90 days since the accident at Hume Lake. 90 days of roller coaster ups and downs. 90 days of fear and terror, 90 days of despair, hope, depression, rage, and every emotion in between. 90 days of watching God work. 90 days of wondering if God exists. 90 days of growth, along with the requisite growing pains.
When I got to the hospital this afternoon, I walked in to the room to find Cherié holding Connor tightly as they wept inconsolably. Connor's anguish was palatable, filling the room with his grief. Please be praying for him, that he would have confidence in God's plan; that God would give him hope; and that the Lord would somehow assuage his grief.
They took cultures today to verify the status of all the superbugs. They will do it again tomorrow, and if both sets of cultures come back clean we're out of isolation. That would be a big blessing, albeit for us moreso than for the boy. Still, it would be good to be able to touch him with my skin instead of a glove again.
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posted by Eric Williamson @ 3:47 PM
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I'm reminded that "He knows my name. He knows my every thought. He sees each tear that falls, and hears me when I call." It is my confidence that God was weeping in the room today with Cherie and Connor. I weep along with you. Would that God use the tears for His glory. "He sees each tear that falls...."
This song has been posted before.
We must keep singing and praying...
I was sure by now
God You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say “Amen”, and it’s still raining
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
Chorus:
I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry
You raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can’t find You
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The maker of Heaven and Earth
Chorus:
I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
Dearest family,
I am praying with you, crying with you, struggling with you. God has a plan, and how amazing it is to know that, to believe that, and to live with such a faith. Praise God for you and your faith. Praise God for He is Immanu El "God With Us" (Isaiah 7:14).
I am crying, too. How wonderful He collects all our tears in a bottle!
im totally praying for you guys all the time. im so blessed to have met your family you all inspire me each and everyday!!!!!!!!!!! Just remember that God is AWESOME i truly beleive that God is just waiting for more people to come across this blog so they can see how AWESOME HE IS and this blog is going to save them God is using this situation to get people saved and turn to HIm. im so blessed to know all of you guys and believe me you truly inspire me and help me. I am able to trust in God more and more each day becasue of this blog this has truly enlarged my vision of how big God truly is i LOVE all of you guys =o)
Connor,
your soul is so beautiful and i can see the light of Jesus in you every time I go and see you and your smile is truly glowing. You are so awesome. I can truly say that Jesus lives inside of you because when I see you I can get a glimpse of Him and of all of His awesomness. you are so strong i know God is doing a work in you and He knows the awesome outcome that you are going to have. Please know that you are always in my prayers. this verse spoke to me and i want to share it with you
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Psalm 91:4He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.
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Psalm 39:7 And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you.
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love you buddy and see you super soon =o)
We're still here, we're still praying and we will always love you all. I miss seeing you and wish we weren't so far away. Know that the Eastside family continues to lift you up and does not forget this battle you are in.
We love you,
Kristie for the family in Fresno/Clovis
Our hearts feel sad when you do. Our prayers for you are lifted up and we hope you sense them.
Immortal, Invisible, God only wise....
We lift your family up--knowing that the tears of today will someday be JOY because God has so many good things planned for you, Connor, and your family. Our God, Jehovah, is faithful even when we feel like our faith is faltering and almost gone. I hope the tests come out negative so the isolation can be over ! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
God is . . .
Awesome
Benevolent
Caring
Dependable
Everlasting
Faithful
Great
Healing
In Control
Just
Amen and Amen...God I lift Connor up to YOU AND ONCE AGAIN....
Chorus:
I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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