Updates:
- This past week I had an “open lung biopsy” to remove tissue from a mass that is growing on my lung. The surgery was very successful.
- The surgeon was able to get enough tissue for a good biopsy. My doctor will review results with me next week.
Prayer Requests and Praises:
- I am recovering better than expected! I have a lot of breathing exercises to do, but they were able to dismiss me earlier than originally anticipated! Praise the Lord!
- I am thankful to God that this surgery was successful and the tissue collected was adequate.
- Please pray for me as I recover that I will not get an infection, that my strength will return, and that I will get the necessary treatment following this biopsy.
What I am Learning:
- The love of God for me doesn’t change based upon circumstances. His faithfulness remains consistent no matter what the day brings. A church member sent me some verses from Psalm 139, and they been incredibly encouraging. I have thought about it a great deal.
- God hems me in all the days of my life. He goes before me into surgery. He loves me regardless of what the biopsy results reveal. He has laid his hand upon me regardless of any outcome.
Even before a word is on my tongue, behold, O LORD, you know it altogether. You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high; I cannot attain it. (Psalm 139:4–6)
- These thoughts are comforting for the Christian. But only the Christian can find peace in them. The peace of God can only be obtained by faith. Do you know peace that isn’t based on circumstances? Or do you fear death? If you fear death, I encourage you to listen to this wonderful podcast by Jay Adams. It is about nine minutes long. It is powerful and can bring you peace through Christ. You can listen to it here or here.
What Has Been Encouraging:
- It is hard to sleep in a hospital! Nearly every hour it seems they come to poke or examine you. It is better to recover at home. This is especially true if you have little ones who play teatime.
- Our kids don’t fully understand what is happening to me. They just know I go to the doctor a lot. This is as it should be. They can play and bring me plastic cakes without having to be concerned about things too great for them.
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