Tonight was hard. Both Emily and I were tired, our two week adrenaline rush had subsided and we were feeling it. On the way to the hospital we were feeling a bit down and out too. I think we both said in our heads, "Okay God, can we be done with this now."
But God surprised us with a visit from Pastor Dale. God knew what we needed and provided it at the right moment.
It is sometimes hard to see God's glory at times like this. But God is being glorified in Ellie's situation even when we don't see it or feel it, that we know. And at this moment I really don't see it or feel it. But what I do feel and see is God holding us up, providing exactly what we need each day, each moment.
Adam and Emily
PS -- no update on Ellie's condition, still waiting on test results.
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Dear, dear Adam and Emily,
ReplyDeleteGod has promised to always be with you and never leave you! His Word will sustain you, give you hope and comfort; it will revive and renew your hearts. Ps 120:1 'I call on the Lord in my distress, and He answers me'. Ps 121:1,2 "I lift my eyes to the hills-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth'.Ps 25:1 'To You, O Lord, I lift up my soul; in You I trust, O my God'.
You are all in our constant prayers. We love you.
Adam and Emily - she looks so sweet in pink - thank you for your updates - we pray for God to give you renewed strength each day. Gord & Mary Walcott
ReplyDeleteWe continue to pray for your family. I can only imagine your exhaustion, and your feeling torn between being two places at one time. I will continue to pray for rest and strength and endurance with each new day He brings you. Keep the faith, love each other, let others love you with ways of helping. In Christs love, Melody Timmerman
ReplyDeleteFor the past two weeks I have found your strength amazing. It is inspirational to your children and friends and family. It is okay to be tired and waiver at times, but I know Ellie is more than "lucky: to have you two.
ReplyDeleteStay strong! Rest and refresh. Just remember to leave it in Gods hands and He will take care of Ellie for you.
ReplyDeleteAdam and Emily -
ReplyDeleteWhen I been thinking of you, a number of "P" words come to mind - now even another when I read your update - Pastor, Progress, Patience, Prayers, Parents, Pink, Perserverance. I am trusting and praying that you are holding on to God's Promises and resting in His Providence and care.
Still interceding on behalf of your entire family and Precious Ellie.
Emily & Adam -
ReplyDeleteI haven't spoken to either of you in ages, but my sister mentioned what you guys were going through and I wanted to let you know that you are in our prayers. It sounds like you are getting a lot of support, but if there is anything we can do please let me know. We're expecting our first anytime, so I don't know when I will and won't be around, but if you send me an email I can bring you a meal or if you need someone to talk to let me know.
It is great to hear sincerity from a saint, thank you for your openness and vulnerability. Your burden is shared with many.
ReplyDeleteI have found myself not knowing how to pray for you and for Ellie and I find myself simply bringing her name before the Lord with an ache. I haven't really known exactly how to formulate the prayer. "Groaning" is the word that often comes to mind in these situations.
Let me share Rom. 8:26-27
Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
Hoping this speaks to you now as it does to me.
I'm praying that in the valley the Lord will soon shed his light.
Ellie looks comfortable in her new bed...but she looks especially beautiful when she is in your arms. Thank you for sharing the pictures and keeping us updated. You all are in our prayers and may God continue to give you strength as you move through each day.
ReplyDeleteI love you guys and have kept your family and little Eleanor in my prayers since Day 1. Your faith is a great inspiration to all of those who read this journal and hear by word-of-mouth the events that have unfolded in your lives.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad I got to spend time with you guys last night and meet our little lady. Praying for you all the time.
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