Yesterday, David (my brother in law) and Courtney (my sister) met with the Oncologist regarding David's recent diagnosis (Chronic Lymphatic Leukemia). David is in the early stages of the disease. His red blood cell count remains high. His blood loss was due to Esophagealitis. He will have his red blood cell count checked bi-weekly. The doctor recommended a holistic approach at this time. CLL progresses slowly. As the doctor said, "we will save chemo treatments for later; we do not want to compromise your immune system while it is still working properly."
Our family is overwhelmed. We know our prayers are being answered. We see GOD's hand at every turn and we praise HIM for it. We thank you for your continued prayers as David and Courtney continue on this journey. May GOD bless each of you for taking the time out of your day to storm the heavens on our behalf.
"Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, and HIS praise in the congregation of the godly ones. Let Israel be glad in his Maker; Let the sons of Zion rejoice in their king. Let them praise HIS name with dancing; Let them sing praises to HIM with timbrel and lyre. For the Lord takes pleasure in HIS people; He will beautify the afflicted ones with salvation." Psalm 149:1-4
Dancing before the Lord with praise,
Andrea
Praise the Lord
ReplyDeleteAmen! Great news!
ReplyDeletePraising Him with you today sister!!! I just had tears in my eyes feeling His unfathomable love this morning as I talk to Him...He is good...ALL THE TIME!!! Love you sister and take care of yourself. Thank you for updating us as we lift up the specifics for your BIL and sister...But I'm also lifting you and your family up...God bless.
ReplyDeleteThis is very encouraging news, Andrea. Thanks for the update. I will continue praying!
ReplyDeleteA very good report, Andrea! Praise God! I will continue to pray for David. Have a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sandi
Great news, Andrea! Thanks for sharing. God is good!
ReplyDeleteAndrea,
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful news and I am praising the Lord you have a doctor who thinks holistically! How awesome is this!! Thanks for the update and for the prayers!
Rejoicing with you....
ReplyDeleteThis is truly wonderful news. Blessings to David and all members of the family. Take care.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to hear this bit of good news, Andrea.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update Andrea!
I just had to lift my hands and praise Him for this amazing news! He is so good, Andrea!
ReplyDeleteBlessings to your dear family!
Bless God for his answer to prayer.
ReplyDeleteGod we join our voices in praise for your continued blessing on David's life. Thank you that his health will continue to get better and thank you for giving him doctors full of wisdom.
Amen.
Yes, this is a praise report. I have a friend who's husband did holistic treatment for his cancer. He is cancer free. Without chemo. It's definitely a good option. Thank you, Jesus.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad that you're seeing God's hand in all of the Andrea. Praising Him with you and keeping David in prayer.
ReplyDeleteMuch love!
Glad to hear that his cancer is in its early stages! Praying for him and your family as you walk this journey together. Praying for future good news, too!
ReplyDeleteANdrea..
ReplyDeletePrayers for you and your family.. and especially for dear David..
~~~~~ OH life is so awful sometimes~!!
hugs, Patty
Andrea,
ReplyDeleteSo happy for your comment on my blog. I'm not sure we have met before. I love meeting people who read me when they comment, become followers.
I had a conversation with a patient in the hospital recently while volunteering and one with a friend about a mutual friend with the kinds of cancer Farrah Fawcett had. The conversations were about macrobiotic diet to prevent the growth of cancer. I would guess that's a holistic approach.
Love and prayers,
PG
Will continue to pray, that is wonderful news.
ReplyDeletePrayer works! God hears and answers. This is such great news!
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Larie
Andrea,
ReplyDeleteMuch love and hugs for you sending us this update on David and his illness. Praise God that He still answers prayers and that there are those of us praying for answers everyday and seeing His love in those answers.
Love and Hugs ~ Kat
Hallelujah!! Our God is an awesome God!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this wonderful news. We won't quit praying.
Chester's Mom
Praising Him right along with you, Andrea! That is encouraging news! I will continue to keep David and Courtney, as well as the rest of you in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteBlessings~
Laura
Nuh ah.....are you serious? You will be at Sky Lodge? That's up on the Mountain at Skyland which only takes me about 30 minutes to get there. How would you feel about meeting in REAL LIFE? WOW! That would be awesome!
ReplyDeleteJust let me know!
Have a great evening!
Halleluliah!! Continuing to pray for healing and comfort...
ReplyDeleteMy prayers are with you and your family as you go through this.
ReplyDeleteAdd me to the list of them who are praying for David and Courtney. And also, you dear friend. Nothing is impossible with God; let's go for the ultimate healing.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord, Andrea. I will continue to pray for your family.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome. I am glad that his cancer is in the early stages, that is just so great. That diagnosis is so scary and I imagine you all are in a bit of shock right now. But God is so faithful and we'll get you through.
ReplyDeleteoops, that was Nan, sorry!
ReplyDeleteAwesome news! Though, honestly, having something handging over your head is often just as umm, unsettling. He may need some prayers to cope with this.
ReplyDeleteI love your song by the way!
That's good news. I will continue to pray for David and that God provides strength and healing and that his doctors do all the right things to help his body to heal itself. Trust in the Lord for he is GREAT!
ReplyDeletePraise God! Still praying with you, Andrea.
ReplyDeletei am so very happy for you all!!! prayers still coming your way...
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for you and will pray for David and Courtney.
ReplyDeleteYour praises to God in your difficulty are encouraging!
♥Hope
Praising God with your family sweetie. My prayers continue.
ReplyDeleteI will continue to pray for David and Courtney.
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