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| My Daddy |
“For this reason I
kneel before the Father, from whom his whole family in heaven
and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he
may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that
Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being
rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the
saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to
know this love that surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of
God. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more
than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to
him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for
ever and ever! Amen.”
Ephesians 3:14-21
If you’re a regular
reader of my blog, you probably know by now what family has gone through the
past couple weeks. Well, yesterday (Saturday) was no different. We received
more news about the cancer invading my daddy’s body. There is a tumor on his
bladder (likely where it all began) which has metastasized and spread to his
lymph nodes, lungs, around his arteries and they are checking his kidney for blockage.
I’m sorry to say my initial
reaction was human. I cried. HARD. I am not ready for my daddy to be gone. I
admit I am selfish. I want my daddy here with me, but also for my kids. I was
so blessed to grow up with all 4 of my grandparents alive and well. It was just
9 years ago that I lost my grandpa. The other three are still alive and well! I
truly want the same for my own kids. I want them to know their Papa D and how
generous, funny, loving, caring, kind, sweet, gentle he is. I want them to grow
up listening to him sing praises to our Lord. I want them to have sweet
memories of sitting in his lap for hours on end watching tv, reading a book or just
sitting because they can.
Doctors have told us the
tumor is inoperable. But, there are treatment plans available. My parents are
talking through the options and praying for God’s guidance. However, we know
that God is MUCH, MUCH BIGGER than this!!! Last night was a sweet, sweet time
of prayer in my Daddy’s room. The elders and ministers gathered in his room to
pray, followed by my oldest brother and 6 of his closest friends!! The Hubster
and I were there with my brother and were so blessed and honored. Such sweet
words were lifted up before our Heavenly Father. I am so thankful for these
young men and faithful followers of Jesus Christ.
While visiting with my
mother at the hospital, we found out a little more in detail about how the
oncologist told them. She is the on-call doctor this weekend and the one
assigned to my daddy. As she told them the extent of the cancer, she kept
apologizing for having to be the one to tell them. My mother simply looked at
her and said, “it’s okay. God is in control and knew before you did and He
knows the outcome. It’s okay.” She looked at my mother and said, “You’re
exactly right.” After she left the room, my mother went out to the family who
was there and relayed the news. As she approached my grandmother and aunt, the
oncologist walked up to them and asked if she could pray with them!! WOW!!!
And, my mom said “…boy did she pray!”
The doctor was very emotional and told my mother that she was honored to pray
with them. She was honored? How many times has a doctor said that?!
We serve a MIGHTY and
POWERFUL God!!!! He can and will do
miracles!! The verse for today was posted on a facebook prayer page for my
daddy. What a fitting verse for this time. We only ask with our finite minds,
but we really have no idea the awesome power our God has!!
Thank you for taking this
journey with me and my family. This blog (especially my Sunday posts) have been
so therapeutic for me. I process best when I write. So, thank you for letting
me share my heart.
Blessings,
Annette
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9 comments:
Just want you to know that we are praying for your daddy here in Overland Park, KS. It is a privilege and an honor to join with your family and so many others in lifting him up to the care of our Father! Tears flowed as I read about your oncologist praying with your family ... isn't God just so good!
Peggy Beddall (Marcia's MIL)
Peggy, Thank you so much for your prayers!!! They have been felt in abundance! I am humbled by what God has done for us thus far. I can't imagine what else is in store for us. He is ABSOLUTELY GREAT!!!
Blessings to you!
Annette
It sounds like God is providing some miracles in the midst of your trial - may He continue to do so!!
Tracey, Yes He is. He is indeed!
To God be the Glory!!!
Blessings,
Annette
Found your through the link-up.
First of all I want to say sorry for your dad, what a hard journey your family is on!
Second, don't be sorry that your first response was to be human and to cry hard. it is not selfish. it is not selfish to love so deeply that the idea of loosing someone does not hurt just as deeply. it is part of being human, of loving, of doing life together. It is okay to cry, it is okay to grieve. What is wonderful is that it sounds like you have a great family, and you do not have to do this alone, and neither does your dad! Sending you a big hug. I will say a prayer for your family!
Dear Annette,
I just had to write to you before I go to the shower. My eyes are teary, but my heart is rejoicing in our Great Physician! May you all rest well in His faithful care and comfort. I will be praying, new friend. Please keep me updated...may be by linking-up in the weeks ahead. I think many of my readers will follow. Proverbs 18: 10
Ellen - I am so blessed! My family is strong and our God is BIG!! Thank you for your sweet words.
Jacqueline - I absolutely LOVE your blog! I will be sure to keep you posted. We rejoice also in the Great Physician!! I am so blessed to have a Christ following family! My cup runneth over! Blessings to you new friend!!
Annette, I'm human...and this post about broke my heart! I can only imagine the pain associated with such a diagnosis. Your mother's stoic faith and trust is an inspiration. May our merciful Father be very near to your Daddy and family during this time.
Kasey, thank you so much for reading. Our God has indeed been merciful. We are still praying and watching. Praise be to God!!!
Blessings,
Annette
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