Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Home at last
"For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy." Psalm 61:3
Praise the Lord, Malcom was released from the hospital today! We had a busy morning talking with the doctor, receiving instructions from the nurses, and packing up our things (which seemed to grow daily the longer we were there!) I was taught how to care for and flush the PICC line in his arm, then we were off! The first thing Malcom said after being home a few minutes was "It's so quiet here!" I'm sure he is going to rest better without all the beeps of IV pumps and intercom announcements etc.
And yet it's just a bit "fearful" to be away from the security of the hosptial setting. The enemy (cancer in this case) often causes us to fear. In those moments, we must remember that the Lord God himself has been and will continue to be a shelter and strong tower. He is our best defense.
Malcom's next round of chemo will be on August 29. During this interval, we hope that the drugs he has already received will begin to halt the attack of the enemy. Pray that the build up of fluid in his abdomen will decrease. I want to use this time to supply his body with good nutrition so he can gain strength and hopefully he will gain a little bit of weight. Thank you for praying for these things. All praise goes to God for His unfailing faithfulness.
Praise the Lord, Malcom was released from the hospital today! We had a busy morning talking with the doctor, receiving instructions from the nurses, and packing up our things (which seemed to grow daily the longer we were there!) I was taught how to care for and flush the PICC line in his arm, then we were off! The first thing Malcom said after being home a few minutes was "It's so quiet here!" I'm sure he is going to rest better without all the beeps of IV pumps and intercom announcements etc.
And yet it's just a bit "fearful" to be away from the security of the hosptial setting. The enemy (cancer in this case) often causes us to fear. In those moments, we must remember that the Lord God himself has been and will continue to be a shelter and strong tower. He is our best defense.
Malcom's next round of chemo will be on August 29. During this interval, we hope that the drugs he has already received will begin to halt the attack of the enemy. Pray that the build up of fluid in his abdomen will decrease. I want to use this time to supply his body with good nutrition so he can gain strength and hopefully he will gain a little bit of weight. Thank you for praying for these things. All praise goes to God for His unfailing faithfulness.
12 Comments:
Praise the Lord : for Malcom's being home; for your being as close to the hospital as you are in case you should need it; for the blessed quietness of home; for the extra strength God has given to you Carol through this. For the Son shining upon you both.
Lovingly,
Mary N
Thank You Jesus. I'm so glad that your home. i printed off today's note to take to church tonight. Love You Lots, Bev
Our church here in Hong Kong prayed for Malcolm and for you Carol as you care for him. So thankful that Malcolm got to go home. Thankful that God continues to be your "strong tower".
Love you, Caroline
Hi Carol,
I just realized I can reply to your messages here. (Yes, I'm still somewhat technologically challenged.)
We are so happy Malcom is home! Not only will it be more comfortable for him, but for the entire family. There is just something about "home" that lifts our spirits and warms our heart.
You both are continually in our thoughts and prayers, even as we praise God for your faithfulness.
Love & hugs,
Mary Sue & Ronnie
上帝能照著運行在我們興心裏的大力，充充足足地成就一切，超過我们所求所想的.
但願 祂在教會中，並在 基督耶穌裏，得著榮耀.直到世世代代.永永遠遠.阿们.
I am rejoicing in the victory of today in Malcom's return home. Our prayers for renewed health and strength continue daily.
Sue M
Praise the Lord! I'm so glad Malcom is home and able to rest in a more comfortable setting. Just wanted you to know that we prayed for you tonight at New Testament Baptist Church on the Big Cypress Rez.
Love ya,
Missy S.
We are glad to know that you're home! Praying for you all.
Bro. Joel & Family
Taoyuan
So glad to hear that Malcom is at home and am praying for continued strength in every area where you need it.
Love,
your neighbors in Japan
Bob and Sandy Piatt
Thanks Lord that our pastor can go home after the therapy. We all care for the news about you. Wish
you well and come back to Taiwan soon!
Yours,
Suzanne,Angie & Analis
Hi,方牧師夫婦：
相信上帝的恩典夠您們用，
衷心祝福方牧師早日恢復健康，
peter pan
來自台灣大元國小
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在患難中也是歡歡喜喜的;
因為知道患難生忍耐, 忍耐生老練, 老練生盼望;盼望不至於羞恥, 因為所賜給我們的聖靈將神的愛澆灌在我們心. (羅 5:3-5)
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Malcom & Carol,
LuJean and I pray for you both daily. We know that God is with you. We will never forget your wedding in our little church in NanGang. We love you both.
Don and LuJean Stone
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