I can't even remember what I wrote in the last post and am too tired to bother to look. Let me tell you what is going on at this very minute. it is 9:06. The lights are low in Joanne's room. There are hums and beeps and hissing noises coming from the dozen or so machines that Joanne is attached to. The other noise: David Crowder playing quietly on her iMac next to her bed. It is a weird juxtaposition hearing his melodies and heartfelt lyrics mixed with such mechanical utterances from all the machines.
The gory details: Joanne has in a nasal gastric tube that runs to her stomach through her nose. She is on a ventilator that goes into her throat to her lungs through her mouth. She has a drain from the incision in her skull that is syphoning off the excess fluids and she has a pressure monitor imbedded in the incision stick out of the top of her head that monitors the swelling in her brain. She has IVs in both arms and a Picc line in that extends directly into her heart. Not to mention the 50 or so staples closing the incision from her "skull-ectomy". In short, the girl has hoses and lines and wires running everywhere! But you know what? She still looks beautiful to me. And she is at rest.
Michelle is her night nurse. I think night nurses are heros. Michelle does everything she can to make Joanne comfortable including repositioning her on the bed so that she doesn't get "bored" of being in the same position all the time. She check vitals, monitors her response capability: "Squeeze my hand Joanne!" Each nurse on the ward only has two patients. She said she's not supposed to play favorites, but she like Joanne the best.
I love having so many visitors and so much support during the day, but having Joanne all to myself at night is nice. Being near her calms me a great deal. Hopefully she is aware enough to be calmed by my presence too. I guess that comes with the territory for a couple married just over 19 years.
Here's my thought: not that much has changed in our relationship. She is still here, she is still the love of my life, she is still the one I want to grow old with. Her inability to talk or respond yet doesn't really change any of that.
Enough of this writing. Time to hold hands with my girl.
Toben
Toben that was beautiful... love your girl, be with her and hold her hand. Peace, love and prayers for your family.
Posted by: angela | January 12, 2011 at 10:26 PM
in tears, toben.
go be with your bride.
Rachel
Posted by: No.17 CherryTreeLane | January 12, 2011 at 10:29 PM
My prayers have been and will continue to be with you and your family, especially Joanne. She is blessed to have you there with her.
Posted by: JanMarie | January 12, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Tears....
You and your sweet wife are in my thoughts and prayers for pretty much most of the day.
Melana (in Wyoming)
Posted by: moosemama | January 12, 2011 at 10:32 PM
Praying from the West coast for all of you.
Much love,
Chuck & Carolyn Leslie
Posted by: [email protected] | January 12, 2011 at 10:32 PM
I love you both
Posted by: Kathy Hutchinson | January 12, 2011 at 10:33 PM
Health and healing and peace and blessings be with you all.
Posted by: Maine Character | January 12, 2011 at 10:34 PM
Praying for you both and your girls. I only know Joanne from her blog and a brief email exchange about her book a couple years ago.
Posted by: Teri | January 12, 2011 at 10:35 PM
I continue to pray for you guys and literally check your fb, twitter and this page non-stop. Thank you for the updates! Praying for wisdom for the doctors, strength for Joanne and peace for you all.
Posted by: Brookeshepherd | January 12, 2011 at 10:38 PM
Much love to you both. In spite of it all, I, too, was struck by her beauty anew.
Posted by: Kimberly | January 12, 2011 at 10:38 PM
Amen! We will continue to pray. May God continue to bring peace...
Posted by: Tyler Amidon | January 12, 2011 at 10:38 PM
sweet sweet!
continuing prayers for your darling wife and family!
xo
Posted by: hannah | January 12, 2011 at 10:39 PM
Praying without ceasing with a broken heart.
Posted by: Bill Jensen | January 12, 2011 at 10:40 PM
Toben, Chris and I hang on every update, knowing that there's SO much more going on between the lines. So much grace, hope, healing, redemption...love. Jesus brings beauty from ashes, and this post reminds us that Joanne's beauty cannot be stopped by hoses, tubes and staples. She's radiant in the hands of her Father. Be at rest, friend. We're standing in the gap.
(And keep the updates coming!)
Posted by: adele | January 12, 2011 at 10:41 PM
beautiful and heartfelt. I know she loves having you near even if she can't tell you!!
praying and loving you all!
rachel winn
Posted by: rachwinn | January 12, 2011 at 10:45 PM
Against all hope, in hope I believe...Romans 4:18
My prayers are with you, my deepest prayers and thoughst to your two beautiful little grils who had to grow up far to fast in teh past 48 hours. God bless you, God bless them, God be with Joanne.
Posted by: Melinda | January 12, 2011 at 10:47 PM
Be strong..she needs u..
Will be praying..
Posted by: Graywolfie | January 12, 2011 at 10:49 PM
Toben,
I join my voice with so many others in claiming heaing for Joanne, and strength for you and the girls. Reading your post just now, I was flooded with the beautiful imagery of you cherishing some alone time to hold hands with "your girl." Without a doubt, there is Another, holding her other hand. And yours. Tell her I am singing Music Machine songs to her from many miles away...Enormous love to her parents and Kristen, as well.
Posted by: Nichole (Nordeman) Ingram | January 12, 2011 at 10:57 PM
I found your blog after reading a few words about your wife's situation. I'm so sorry about what happened to your wife. I will pray for her recovery and for your family to have the strength to get through this. She's very lucky to have a loving husband standing by her side.
Posted by: martha-caknitter | January 12, 2011 at 10:58 PM
We're praying too. A lot.
Posted by: Megan | January 12, 2011 at 10:59 PM
Continuing to pray. Thank you so much for keeping everyone posted, Toben. I'm know I'm not alone in checking this blog and your twitter posts again and again... hoping for more news.
God's blessings upon you!
Posted by: Dawn W | January 12, 2011 at 11:12 PM
Praying for you friend...you all have been in my thoughts every moment of the day! Toben, your words are beautiful and heartbreaking all at the same time. Thank you for your honest and true love for her, she is AMAZING! Praying for healing and comfort for Joanne!! Come back to us, dear friend!! Much love ~ Amy
Posted by: Amy Ensign | January 12, 2011 at 11:12 PM
Your heart and your words are beautiful amidst the awfulness of all that is happening. As always, you two are so willing to share the deep places of your heart with those around you. Thank you. Interceding constantly for your family....
Posted by: Cheryl Veenstra | January 12, 2011 at 11:16 PM
That was amazing to read. I'm praying for you all!
Posted by: Brandy perks | January 12, 2011 at 11:22 PM
Thanks for helping us be there with you and Joanne, Toben. I hope this is a peaceful night for both of you.
love, lisa craddock
Posted by: blessed | January 12, 2011 at 11:37 PM
I just found out about Joanne. I cannot imagine what you must be going through. I am praying for Joanne, for complete healing. For strength for you. God is able!
Posted by: Barbie | January 12, 2011 at 11:55 PM
God Bless you! I'm praying!
Julie M.
Posted by: Julie M ~ The Little Red Shop | January 13, 2011 at 12:09 AM
Toben,
You, Joanne, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Nancy Queen | January 13, 2011 at 12:30 AM
I've never followed Joanne's blog. Never knew who she was until today. Someone who follows her blog mentioned her need for prayer right now and for a miracle of God on our homeschool email loop here in SC. I'm praying. Stay encouraged and continue to hold her hand and God's.
~Angela P.
Spartanburg, SC
Posted by: Angela Perry | January 13, 2011 at 12:35 AM
Praying for Joanne and your whole family!
Posted by: Amy | January 13, 2011 at 01:34 AM
And the two shall become one....
You love her well my friend... at the end of the day it will always boil down to the two of you...and the One who guards you both. That's some powerful stuff.
Posted by: Lisa @ The Preachers Wife | January 13, 2011 at 01:38 AM
Woke up in the middle of the night praying for your girl. . . will keep praying. She's always so full of enthusiasm and encouragement in her words. . . praying that comes back a hundredfold. Praying for comfort, miracles, peace, and continued faith. Blessings.
Posted by: Amy | January 13, 2011 at 02:27 AM
Everything will take place well. Joanne will be healthy and back to her usual wonderful self soon :)
Posted by: Puva | January 13, 2011 at 03:38 AM
Praying for you both and your sweet girls. I feel like I know Joanne from her books and blog. My heart aches for you all, and I pray the peace of Jesus for your family and His comfort. In HIM do we trust.
Posted by: Shannon | January 13, 2011 at 03:42 AM
I had no idea who your wife was till Heidi St. John mentioned her on facebook, and Beth Moore's daughter mentioned her on the LPM Blog. So, although I don't know you personally, my husband and I are praying for her, you and your family. Our mutual Saviour is enough of a reason to consider you brother and sister in Christ.
Grace and Peace to you from England,
Susan
Posted by: Susan | January 13, 2011 at 03:50 AM
.."she still looks beautiful to me" says it all. Praying in NC.
Posted by: angela | January 13, 2011 at 04:15 AM
Please know that there is a community, all over the world, who are lifting Joanne, you, and your family and friends up in prayer. I hope you can feel our embrace.
Posted by: Amy B. | January 13, 2011 at 04:18 AM
still praying. will be all day.
Posted by: danielle | January 13, 2011 at 04:24 AM
Praying for a Healing. I serve a BIG God and there is nothing that HE can not do.
Allison in Tennessee
Posted by: Allison | January 13, 2011 at 04:35 AM
I don't know you but I am praying...
Posted by: PastorMarian | January 13, 2011 at 04:37 AM
Praying without ceasing for y'all. Heart broken, hands lifted up, eyes fixed on the Savior. Hoping expectantly and waiting to see how the Lord is going to work mightily in all of this. Much love from NH.
Posted by: Heather C | January 13, 2011 at 04:46 AM
I can't go anywhere or do anything without her in my thoughts. God will not allow a moment to go by that He doesn't lead me to pray for her. I know God woke me up at 1:55 to pray for her. I never get up at that time. I will be praying all day for you all and believing God can wake her up, restore her and heal her!
Love from Tennessee
Patty
Posted by: Patty | January 13, 2011 at 04:49 AM
I heard about Joanne through the LPM blog and a siesta post on Facebook. I am praying right now for you, your girl, and your precious young girls. His mercies are new every day and I am thankful you have Him to cling to.
Faran - Arkansas
Posted by: Faran Hearyman | January 13, 2011 at 04:55 AM
Continuing to pray for you all as you wait on the Lord!
Psalm 27:13-14
I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait on the Lord, Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart, Wait, I say, on the Lord!
Posted by: sue | January 13, 2011 at 04:55 AM
Praying in Australia for you all.
Posted by: Julie in Australia | January 13, 2011 at 04:57 AM
Standing in the gap and praying on our knees. Love your bride and be comforted by the One who brought you together.
Peace,
Kim Feth
Apex, NC
Posted by: Kim Feth | January 13, 2011 at 05:07 AM
Praying!
Posted by: Megan | January 13, 2011 at 05:12 AM
I had no idea what was going on until I read your post on FB this morning. I am so very sorry, and join so many others in holding Joanne and your family up to God in prayer. This cyberworld is unique...even if you have not met someone, you can feel as if you know them so well, that is how so many of us feel about Joanne. Praying for all of you.
Barb from CNY
Posted by: Barb | January 13, 2011 at 05:12 AM
Toben,
I heard about Joanne from Melissa on the Living Proof blog. I have been praying for her so often these last two days! I've also had the opportunity to read many of her posts on her blog. You know what? I really really like her!
I will be 38 this year, I am a Mommy, I am in love with my husband and I love Jesus! I'm not sure if its those similarities that hit close to home or if its Jesus leading me to get to know her. I suspect it is both. In any case, I have been deeply touched by your situation and I will continue to lift your family in prayer from Ohio!
Posted by: Rachael D | January 13, 2011 at 05:22 AM
Praying for you, Joanne and your family. Praying for the hands of God to reach down and heal Joanne.
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Scott Williams | January 13, 2011 at 05:29 AM
What a beautiful love you have for Joanne...it is from God. Continuing to pray for a full recovery and you God's strength to carry you and your girls through.
Kimberly
Posted by: Kimberly | January 13, 2011 at 05:34 AM
Continuing to pray in Alabama.
Posted by: Dianne Walters | January 13, 2011 at 05:38 AM
Continuing to pray for you Joanne, Toben, and girls. Praying for God's peace and healing touch. Two little girls had to face a very adult situation in the past 48 hours and it breaks my heart. I look at my 9 and 7 year olds and can only imagine them in the same situation. I will continue to pray for you and yours without ceasing.
Posted by: Lisa R-P | January 13, 2011 at 05:40 AM
Praying for your sweet Bride!! I just came across her blog through Kelly's Korner blog and will be praying for a full recovery for your wife and family.
Annette Taylor, Woodbury, Tennessee
Posted by: Annette Taylor | January 13, 2011 at 05:42 AM
toben, cannot thank you enough for keeping us in the loop. i am literally hanging on any and every word. PRAYING.
Posted by: katie | January 13, 2011 at 05:49 AM
Praying for complete healing...peace...comfort...His amazing grace & love over you all!
Prayers are going before the throne here in Texas.
"Summon your power, O God, show us Your strength, O God, as You have done before."
Psalm 68:28
Posted by: Sandy in Texas | January 13, 2011 at 05:54 AM
Beautiful words that are bringing tears...
And I could not imagine Joanne NOT being anyone's favorite!
Looking forward to another day in prayer!
Posted by: Tara | January 13, 2011 at 05:58 AM
What a beautiful testimony of true love. Praying for you Tobin. Praying for your precious wife and praying for God's intervention!!!!
Posted by: Lee Ann Lee | January 13, 2011 at 06:07 AM
Thank you for the update. We are PRAYING!!! the Holy Spirit knows exactly what is going on and he is calling people to cover your wife in prayer. I woke up several times during the night with your wife's name automatically flowing from my heart up to our Father! In JESUS' Name!!!! Your love for each other and for our Savior will be used for GOD's glory!!!!!!!
Posted by: Heather | January 13, 2011 at 06:07 AM
Fervent prayer here in Illinois - standing in the gap - petitioning heaven K owing Joanne has added so much to my life. I thank God for a friend Like her.
Posted by: Janine | January 13, 2011 at 06:09 AM
a total stranger here but one who is praying for your girl and for your entire family. This post is touching and has me in tears. Our family is praying for all of you.
Posted by: Melody | January 13, 2011 at 06:11 AM
I am praying for your sweet family....I pray for peace and comfort but more importantly, for ya'll to sense His Presence through this.
Posted by: Leann F. | January 13, 2011 at 06:16 AM
Continuing to pray....
Adrienne
Posted by: fuzzytop | January 13, 2011 at 06:17 AM
O what a beautiful picture of marriage you painted with your words...keep holding her hands. I'm praying that she sense the Father's nearness and yours.
Susie Tiemeyer
Posted by: Susie Tiemeyer | January 13, 2011 at 06:20 AM
Praying for peace, for a distinct and unmistakable knowledge of His presence, for wisdom for everyone working with her. Standing in the gap for your family and so very aware as I read your posts of the fragility of life and of steadfast and enduring love.
Posted by: Jamie Beran | January 13, 2011 at 06:20 AM
Toben, God is in the waiting. You write of a love that transcends circumstance. We love Joanne and are praying for her and for you and the girls. And I promise to continue to pray in your vigil by her side as long as is needed. Praying she awakens soon to see your face. Hugs and more prayers, Annette
Posted by: Ageffert.wordpress.com | January 13, 2011 at 06:22 AM
I miss Joanne and reading her blog each day. It is always something I look forward to as a little treat to myself. I couldn't even sleep last night out of concern so I prayed, nearly all night long and will continue to pray without ceasing. I have been glued to my computer awaiting updates and I appreciate the time you take Toeben to do that. Praying for you and the girls. Praying Joanne is resting and healing and that God will open her eyes soon.
Posted by: Tiffany | January 13, 2011 at 06:24 AM
You and your family continue in our prayers. May the Lord's presence, peace, strength, and love be real to you all. Know that many in the Body of Christ are praying for you.....
Posted by: Becky | January 13, 2011 at 06:24 AM
Even though I know this comment is just a plunk in the bucket amid the SO many...I still wanted you to know that I'm praying. Joanne has been my bloggy friend for years now...and my heart aches in prayer for her...and for Toben and the girls. I memorized Ps. 46 on a Memory Monday with her a while ago...how appropriate! My love and coveted prayers for her are going up on my blog today!
Posted by: Bobbi | January 13, 2011 at 06:28 AM
Sending lots of prayers for Joanne and family. My sister in law went through the same thing two years ago, we are very lucky to have her back to her old self. The first few days were the hardest, just sitting and waiting. My thoughts are with you, I hope she is regaining strength and her family is getting rest.
Posted by: Courtney | January 13, 2011 at 06:28 AM
Toben and Family,
I just read about this yesterday on Beth Moore's blog and my heart just goes out to you all. Having walked this path with my sister in love three years ago, I know very well what you are going through.
I have been praying since hearing of this, and woke up several times with Joanne in my thoughts and praying each time.
I will continue to check in here and pray.
Posted by: Karen | January 13, 2011 at 06:31 AM
Praying in Madison AL
Posted by: Hope | January 13, 2011 at 06:32 AM
praying for you and your family...asking others to do the same...asking God to hold both or your hands today!
those who are righteous will be long remembered. they do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. - psalm 112:6b-7
Posted by: Jonmarkmusic | January 13, 2011 at 06:34 AM
still praying from Glendale Arizona
Posted by: Kathryn Carpenter | January 13, 2011 at 06:43 AM
That was so beautiful...I've been praying since the request was posted at the LPM blog...I will continue to pray.
God Bless you both.
Posted by: Mary Beth | January 13, 2011 at 06:44 AM
May today be the day that God chooses to do miraculous things- seen or unseen. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Posted by: Thy Hand | January 13, 2011 at 06:46 AM
We serve a Mighty God!! He is there...our Counselor and Comforter, watching over Joanne and holding her close. We are praying here in SC and lifting you up and He hears each one. May His peace surround you and pass all understanding!
Posted by: Kristi Walker | January 13, 2011 at 06:49 AM
Praying for your family in Waco, Texas
Thank you for the updates.
Posted by: karla | January 13, 2011 at 06:49 AM
Toben,
We're praying for your precious family and a full recovery for Joanne. Thank you for the updates.
God bless you.
The Riegelmann Family
Posted by: Lori Riegelmann | January 13, 2011 at 06:54 AM
I will continue to pray....as I have been through the night as I would wake up and immediately think of Joanne. I, too feel like I know you all through her blog and books. What a dear husband you are and I know she feels your loving presence. May you all feel God's arms wrapped around you.
"But you are a shield around me, O LORD; you bestow glory on me and lift up my head."
Psalms 3:3
Posted by: Jennifer | January 13, 2011 at 06:54 AM
Toben, Thanks for the update. I don't know you and Joanne personally, but my sister Kimberly does. I've been lifting your family up to the Lord, the mighty Physician, and will continue.
Carey in CA
Posted by: Carey | January 13, 2011 at 06:54 AM
We are praying for you and your lovely wife here in Maryland. May God hold you both in his everlasting arms.
Posted by: Xtremeparnthood | January 13, 2011 at 06:56 AM
Oh Toben, this is so beautiful. I love you guys so much. It's an honor to know you. Praying, praying, praying.
Posted by: Marla Taviano | January 13, 2011 at 06:59 AM
When I had heard about Joanne I was in tears. I am a stroke survivor, 35, mother, and wife. It's been 14 months since I had a bleed and was in this "rested" state. God! was/is with me every step of the way. He gives us comfort and surrounds us with His amazing love. My fiance' at the time was by my side. He married me within a week of getting out of the hospital. I couldn't be here without the love and care of him. Keeping you and Joanne in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs!
Oklahoma City, OK
Posted by: Sara G | January 13, 2011 at 07:04 AM
I found a link to this blog yesterday. I have never read it before and yet I was so incredibly heartbroken over what has happened to your wife. I have been praying for her. That could be me lying there. Or any of us. I've been trying to take more time during the chaos of my day to appreciate good health and enjoy the time with my kids and husband. I will continue to pray and keep checking back. I have cried and cried over your wife who I don't even know. I've read through some of her posts and she seems to be such a fun, witty and beautiful person. I will keep praying.
Posted by: Daisy Girl | January 13, 2011 at 07:06 AM
I found out about your sweet wife through the Living Proof blog. I am praying for all of you right now that you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. (Philippians 4:7) Believing with you for complete healing.
Tammy N. from Texas
Posted by: Tammy N | January 13, 2011 at 07:10 AM
What a wonderful testimony you and your wife are to the beauty of love. True love. I pray for the healing hands of God to touch your sweet wife, and I pray for peace for you and all your family.
Kelly K. from Georgia
Posted by: Kelly | January 13, 2011 at 07:16 AM
You are a beautiful testament to true love. Praying for Joanne today and asking my friends to pray too. Thank you for the updates.
amy cornwell, Indiana
Posted by: amy | January 13, 2011 at 07:21 AM
Praying .... for ALL of you.
Posted by: Lizzilou | January 13, 2011 at 07:31 AM
tears in my eyes. . .am praying for her
Posted by: Emily | January 13, 2011 at 07:47 AM
Praying in Texas for your entire family.
Kaye
Isaiah 41:10
Posted by: Kaye | January 13, 2011 at 07:50 AM
My brother in Christ,I do not have words, even simple ones. All I have to offer is prayers..and many of them.
Posted by: Vickie | January 13, 2011 at 07:50 AM
Continuing to pray for you both!!
Posted by: Angela | January 13, 2011 at 07:56 AM
Wow Toben!!!! Thanks for giving us the visuals! I'm that person who needs it for things to really sink in!! I am truly blessed to get to know you guys even if it was or just a short time. I love that you are there with her lovin her like a true husband should be!! I hope I'm makin sense here cuz you just brought me to tears reading all this. I'm still just tryin to see and understand what God is doin here...... I and all of us love you and your wife and your precious kiddos!!!! I'm prayin for you so hard!!!
Posted by: Lily alexander | January 13, 2011 at 07:58 AM
Wow Toben!!!! Thanks for giving us the visuals! I'm that person who needs it for things to really sink in!! I am truly blessed to get to know you guys even if it was or just a short time. I love that you are there with her lovin her like a true husband should be!! I hope I'm makin sense here cuz you just brought me to tears reading all this. I'm still just tryin to see and understand what God is doin here...... I and all of us love you and your wife and your precious kiddos!!!! I'm prayin for you so hard!!!
Posted by: Lily alexander | January 13, 2011 at 07:58 AM
Wow Toben!!!! Thanks for giving us the visuals! I'm that person who needs it for things to really sink in!! I am truly blessed to get to know you guys even if it was or just a short time. I love that you are there with her lovin her like a true husband should be!! I hope I'm makin sense here cuz you just brought me to tears reading all this. I'm still just tryin to see and understand what God is doin here...... I and all of us love you and your wife and your precious kiddos!!!! I'm prayin for you so hard!!!
Posted by: Lily alexander | January 13, 2011 at 07:58 AM
Wow Toben!!!! Thanks for giving us the visuals! I'm that person who needs it for things to really sink in!! I am truly blessed to get to know you guys even if it was or just a short time. I love that you are there with her lovin her like a true husband should be!! I hope I'm makin sense here cuz you just brought me to tears reading all this. I'm still just tryin to see and understand what God is doin here...... I and all of us love you and your wife and your precious kiddos!!!! I'm prayin for you so hard!!!
Posted by: Lily alexander | January 13, 2011 at 07:58 AM
Wow Toben!!!! Thanks for giving us the visuals! I'm that person who needs it for things to really sink in!! I am truly blessed to get to know you guys even if it was or just a short time. I love that you are there with her lovin her like a true husband should be!! I hope I'm makin sense here cuz you just brought me to tears reading all this. I'm still just tryin to see and understand what God is doin here...... I and all of us love you and your wife and your precious kiddos!!!! I'm prayin for you so hard!!!
Posted by: Lily alexander | January 13, 2011 at 08:01 AM
The kind of love that you two share just shines Christ all over the place. Accepting Christ doesn't give you love like this right away, it's the work of the Spirit and humble servants being willing to be molded and changed. Just wanted to thank you for being an example for us all, and I pray others can see this as clear as I can! You two are special.
Posted by: Gabe Taviano | January 13, 2011 at 08:01 AM
what can I say that hasnt already been said??? I stand along the thousands with you, lifting you up in prayer, pleading for Joanne's healing and contemplating our lives, purpose and time on this Earth. God does indeed take every mess and turn it into a Message, He does indeed use ALL THINGS for His Glory. To sit and really think that Jesus Christ, the Son of God HIMSELF is hearing our prayers and interceding FOR us, for Joanne, is almost more than the human mind can fathom.
The Holy Spirit is keeping you all in the forefront of our thoughts so that we can all pray without ceasing. I am so thankful for that. He is using Joanne still, even in her current state for the glory of His Kingdom...wow. You are loved and lifted up. We are so so blessed by a Father who does not leave us or forsake us, especially in our most desperate hour.
Posted by: robyn | January 13, 2011 at 08:05 AM