He is Faithful...

I had my PET scan yesterday and we are somewhat anxiously waiting for the results. I am very grateful for the peace that I have. That is not to say that I am without fear, a little, but I am not paralyzed either. Last night Mason and I went back through the blog from the beginning, remembering where we have come from and the blessings along the way. We cried and laughed and treasured the scriptures that we found and that you all sent to us. All of it reminded us of how good God has been to us, and we are clinging to that as we await yet another test. I have highlighted a few of the scriptures that were a comfort to me along the way, and today. We are amazed at how our Savior has pursued us, blessed us, encouraged us, strengtened us, and loved us through this journey in so many beautiful and creative ways. Thank you for your prayers and encouragement.
Psalm 18:1 - 3 "'I love You, O LORD, my strength.' The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I call upon the LORD who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies."
Isaiah 42:16 "I will lead the blind by a way they do not know, in paths they do not know I will guide them. I will make darkness into light before them and rugged places into plains. These are the things I will do, and I will not leave them undone."
Hebrews 4:15, 16 "For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin. Therefore, let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need."
Today, as fear tries to creep in, I will seek my Lord and find comfort and strength in Him. I am thankful for Mason, who has been so strong and yet gentle. He has encouraged me and loved me and his faith has kept my faith strong. I am thankful for Jillian, Mason Thomas, Alex, and Madi. I love them so very much, and am blessed to watch them trust the Lord as they walk this journey with their parents. I am touched by how God has blessed them with His grace and mercy, and at how they are learning so much about the Body of Christ and community at such a young age. I am thankful for so many people who have surrounded us and have loved us through prayers! I remember where I was at the beginning of all of this, terrified, frozen, in utter darkness. The day we 'went public' with our diagnosis, the prayers of so many were immediately felt. I watched a peace come over our home and our hearts, and witnessed personally the power of prayer. Thank you for your prayers and your perseverence with us. I am thankful that we have a God who is relational and who is so detailed and sovereign that He directs the prayers of His people. I have heard people pray things that I never even thought of, but was so thankful that they did! I am thankful for so many answered prayers: a strong heart, Alex adjusting at Ohio State, Jillian blossoming in Tallahassee, Mason Thomas being so strong and encouraging to me, Madi still shining bright, no rain delays!, the season being over, strength in chemotherapy, cancer that is being defeated, Dr. Limintani, family and friends, peace that passes all understanding, and kisses from God!
Please continue to pray for good news from the PET scan and for peace as we wait. I continue to cling to God and love this passage from Genisis 15:1 " After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision, saying, 'Do not be afraid, Abram, I am your shield, your exceedingly great reward.'"