Thursday, April 7, 2016

Emergency Prayer

Ian's doctor just called me with heavy news. There is a fungal infection that has invaded Ian's body and blood and the doctor says it is very likely to be fatal. His body is covered in sores and he has had to amp up his pain management. They started their strongest anti-fungal a few days ago but the infection continues to grow very, very quickly every day. He could have as little as 24 hours. 

The girls and I have been in Southern California this week, taking a little time away since we've been quarantined from Ian. I'm feverishly packing up to drive back home today and be with Ian ASAP. 

Please, please pray this infection is banished quickly and Ian is restored. We are still waiting for that big miracle. Ian said today with such deep assurance, "to live is Christ, to die is gain." We are at peace no matter what, but it just doesn't feel like the end, it really doesn't. 

Thank you for your prayers. 


29 comments:

  1. Oh no! praying fiercely!! God hear us!

    claire from oregon

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  3. Praying sincerely for Ian to fully recover from this. Please stay strong.
    Uma Krishnan

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  4. We're praying for your family!

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  5. Praying for God's strength, peace in the turmoil, wisdom for medical teams, that you all will know the comfort and everlasting arms of our Lord holding you up at this time.

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  6. I am so, so sorry and am praying fervently for you here in Virginia. Of course it doesn't feel like the end. This is not how it is supposed to be. My heart is aching for you as I feel the intensity of you having to feverishly pack up to get back for another round of heartache. Praying that you feel perfect peace in the midst of this raging storm. Praying for you to feel held.

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  7. Lord Jesus, your healing touch in this hour please!!! Praying.

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  8. May the peace of our God rest upon you and your family. We are here for you and we love you! Good job being coragious!

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  9. I trust God to answer my prayers not as they are prayed, but as they are re-prayed by the Spirit. Then they are perfect for the glory of God and the good of his children. My precious Jesus never ever gives a wrong answer to his children's prayers.

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  10. You all are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for Ian to have peace and no pain.

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  11. You got my heart in prayer. Anything is possible for the one that believes. No fungi can stand the Precious Blood of Jesus, the Lion of Judah. May our heavenly Father be glorified in Ian's recovery from any illness. In Jesus mighty name. Amen !

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  12. Fight on Ian and Christy. Will be praying for you guys.

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  13. Praying multiple times a day, and the tears come for a family I only know through this blog, but his smile and your words and this awful illness break my heart. Sweet girl, I am so very sorry that such a young family should face such days.

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