A dear family friend wrote that he would miss getting my daily e-mails, and I understood because I would miss sending them. It felt like saying goodbye to dear friends who I might not meet until Heaven! But with Dad home, I didn't want to keep sending out notes. There was no need--God had answered in ways we never dared imagine. I remember hoping that Dad would be home by July 4th, and my brother hoped it would be by Mom and Dad's anniversary in August, or at least Mom's birthday in mid-fall. As it was, God brought Dad home the Friday before Father's Day!
My Last E-Mail
Saturday, June 20
Dear Prayer Warriors,
I just talked to Mom & Dad! It was so good to be able to talk to them both at home. Dad said he was tired today, so he didn't walk as much as he wanted. But he has plenty of time to work on that. I saw a picture of them in the car at the rehab facility getting ready to go home! It made me cry.
Mom wanted to thank all of you for (as she put it) storming the gates of Heaven for such a long time! She and Dad are so grateful to all of you for your many fervent prayers that God has graciously answered. They both wanted me to thank you for all of the cards you've sent as well; they figured that between the two of them they've received about 100 cards! We cannot tell you what a blessing it has been to feel your love and support.
Please keep praying for Dad's strength to return and for him to make a complete recovery. He still has a long way to go.
I want to close with Psalm 23, because this psalm was on my mind as we walked through the valley of the shadow of death with Dad, knowing that God could take him at any time. But what a comfort it was to know that even there, Jesus our Good Shepherd was with us. Now He has anointed Dad with healing oil and our cup of joy overflows. And we have this precious promise that we share with all of you: "Surely goodness and lovingkindness will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Amen.
May God bless you all for your love, prayers, and faithfulness.
With Love and Deep Gratitude
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