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Monday, June 30, 2008
Just to reinforce Kacy's call for prayer. I just talked to Tessa and she and Jimmy spent the weekend with Tyler and Tonya. She says Tyler is still in a lot of pain so I am asking all to really press in with prayer tonight, tomorrow and all week that God's strength and grace be with them. PRAY for the mercy of God.
Just Talked to Tonya
She says that Tyler's surgery will happen tomorrow at 10:30 am and they will work on his arm and his back. After the surgery, he will not go back to rehab but into the step-down unit of the burn unit. If all goes well (drum roll,please), Tyler will COME HOME FRIDAY! What a great way to celebrate the 4th of July.
He had a great weekend, Tonya said. He was able to eat out twice. He ate seafood one night and Chinese...
This is the last obstacle before his long-awaited homecoming. Cindy is very concerned about therapy at home. She knows it will be a new kind of journey when he gets back.
Also, DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR THE SURGERY TOMORROW
He had a great weekend, Tonya said. He was able to eat out twice. He ate seafood one night and Chinese...
This is the last obstacle before his long-awaited homecoming. Cindy is very concerned about therapy at home. She knows it will be a new kind of journey when he gets back.
Also, DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR THE SURGERY TOMORROW
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Precious Lord
Words to an old song: Precious Lord seem rather fitting for you guys and TYLER AND TONYA WE CAN'T WAIT FOR GOD TO "LEAD YOU HOME TO MUNDAY".
Precious Lord, take my hand,
lead me on let me stand,
I am tired, I am weak, I am worn,
through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light,
take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home
THE REST OF THE STORY
Back in 1932, I was 32 years old and a fairly new husband. My wife,
Nettie and I were living in a little apartment on Chicago's south side.
One hot August afternoon I had to go to St. Louis, where I was to be the
featured soloist at a large revival meeting. I didn't want to go.
Nettie was in the last month of pregnancy with our first child. But a
lot of people were expecting me in St. Louis. I kissed Nettie good-bye,
clattered downstairs to our Model A and, in a fresh Lake Michigan
breeze, chugged out of Chicago on Route 66.
However, outside the city, I discovered that in my anxiety at leaving, I
had forgotten my music case. I wheeled around and headed back. I found
Nettie sleeping peace-fully. I hesitated by her bed; something was
strongly telling me to stay. But eager to get on my way, and not
wanting to disturb Nettie, I shrugged off the feeling and quietly
slipped out of the room with my music.
The next night, in the steaming St. Louis heat, the crowd called on me
to sing again and again. When I finally sat down, a messenger boy ran
up with a Western Union telegram. I ripped open the envelope. Pasted
on the yellow sheet were the words: YOUR WIFE JUST DIED.
People were happily singing and clapping around me, but I could hardly
keep from crying out. I rushed to a phone and called home. All I could
hear on the other end was 'Nettie is dead. Nettie is dead.'
When I got back, I learned that Nettie had given birth to a boy.
I swung between grief and joy. Yet that same night, the baby died. I
buried Nettie and our little boy together, in the same casket. Then I
fell apart.
For days I closeted myself. I felt that God had done me an injustice.
I didn't want to serve Him anymore or write gospel songs. I just wanted
to go back to that jazz world I once knew so well. But then, as I
hunched alone in that dark apartment those first sad days, I thought
back to the afternoon I went to St. Louis. Something kept telling me to
stay with Nettie. Was that something God? Oh, if I had paid more
attention to Him that day, I would have stayed and been with Nettie when
she died.
From that moment on I vowed to listen more closely to Him. But still I
was lost in grief. Everyone was kind to me , especially one friend. The following
Saturday evening he took me up to Malone's Poro College, a neighborhood
music school. It was quiet; the late evening sun crept through the curtained
windows. I sat down at the piano, and my hands began to browse over the keys.
Something happened to me then. I felt at peace. I felt as though I could reach out
and touch God. I found myself playing a melody, once into my head that just
seemed to fall into place:
'Precious Lord, take my hand,
lead me on let me stand,
I am tired, I am weak, I am worn,
through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light,
take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.'
The Lord gave me these words and melody, He also healed my spirit. I
learned that when we are in our deepest grief, when we feel farthest
from God, this is when He is closest, and when we are most open to His
restoring power.
And so I go on living for God willingly and joyfully, until that day
comes when He will take me and gently lead me home.
-Tommy Dorsey-
For those too young to know who he is , Tommy Dorsey was a band leader in the Thirties and Forties.
Precious Lord, take my hand,
lead me on let me stand,
I am tired, I am weak, I am worn,
through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light,
take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home
THE REST OF THE STORY
Back in 1932, I was 32 years old and a fairly new husband. My wife,
Nettie and I were living in a little apartment on Chicago's south side.
One hot August afternoon I had to go to St. Louis, where I was to be the
featured soloist at a large revival meeting. I didn't want to go.
Nettie was in the last month of pregnancy with our first child. But a
lot of people were expecting me in St. Louis. I kissed Nettie good-bye,
clattered downstairs to our Model A and, in a fresh Lake Michigan
breeze, chugged out of Chicago on Route 66.
However, outside the city, I discovered that in my anxiety at leaving, I
had forgotten my music case. I wheeled around and headed back. I found
Nettie sleeping peace-fully. I hesitated by her bed; something was
strongly telling me to stay. But eager to get on my way, and not
wanting to disturb Nettie, I shrugged off the feeling and quietly
slipped out of the room with my music.
The next night, in the steaming St. Louis heat, the crowd called on me
to sing again and again. When I finally sat down, a messenger boy ran
up with a Western Union telegram. I ripped open the envelope. Pasted
on the yellow sheet were the words: YOUR WIFE JUST DIED.
People were happily singing and clapping around me, but I could hardly
keep from crying out. I rushed to a phone and called home. All I could
hear on the other end was 'Nettie is dead. Nettie is dead.'
When I got back, I learned that Nettie had given birth to a boy.
I swung between grief and joy. Yet that same night, the baby died. I
buried Nettie and our little boy together, in the same casket. Then I
fell apart.
For days I closeted myself. I felt that God had done me an injustice.
I didn't want to serve Him anymore or write gospel songs. I just wanted
to go back to that jazz world I once knew so well. But then, as I
hunched alone in that dark apartment those first sad days, I thought
back to the afternoon I went to St. Louis. Something kept telling me to
stay with Nettie. Was that something God? Oh, if I had paid more
attention to Him that day, I would have stayed and been with Nettie when
she died.
From that moment on I vowed to listen more closely to Him. But still I
was lost in grief. Everyone was kind to me , especially one friend. The following
Saturday evening he took me up to Malone's Poro College, a neighborhood
music school. It was quiet; the late evening sun crept through the curtained
windows. I sat down at the piano, and my hands began to browse over the keys.
Something happened to me then. I felt at peace. I felt as though I could reach out
and touch God. I found myself playing a melody, once into my head that just
seemed to fall into place:
'Precious Lord, take my hand,
lead me on let me stand,
I am tired, I am weak, I am worn,
through the storm, through the night lead me on to the light,
take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.'
The Lord gave me these words and melody, He also healed my spirit. I
learned that when we are in our deepest grief, when we feel farthest
from God, this is when He is closest, and when we are most open to His
restoring power.
And so I go on living for God willingly and joyfully, until that day
comes when He will take me and gently lead me home.
-Tommy Dorsey-
For those too young to know who he is , Tommy Dorsey was a band leader in the Thirties and Forties.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Surgery Scheduled for Tuesday
Tonya called Cindy this morning and said that while they had Tyler undressed, the doctor walked in and saw his wounds. He checked his elbow and thought it looked really bad. They will do another skin graft on Tuesday. The doctors will fix his elbow and a few other spots on his arm. They will probably take the skin from his back this time. It will be another three days after that before they can check the graft. So, please pray that this is the last surgery...
When Cindy asked Tonya about how Tyler felt about another surgery she said he was OK with it. Cindy says that there is an ace bandage on the elbow and that underneath it is "raw meat." Can you imagine how painful it is do do physical therapy with an elbow like that? Ouch!
Cindy and Larry are back in Munday today with Trevor... Just remember how hard it is to watch your child/spouse go under the knife again... So, keep those prayers going!
When Cindy asked Tonya about how Tyler felt about another surgery she said he was OK with it. Cindy says that there is an ace bandage on the elbow and that underneath it is "raw meat." Can you imagine how painful it is do do physical therapy with an elbow like that? Ouch!
Cindy and Larry are back in Munday today with Trevor... Just remember how hard it is to watch your child/spouse go under the knife again... So, keep those prayers going!
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Thursday evening
Last night's "out on the town" was a good time and good food. Cindy said Tyler ate good and it was good to get him outside. Tyler also ate good today. He has to go to group therapy and that lasted about an hour and a half. When he got back to his room he was really tired and worn out. Tyler cannot put much weight on his leg (remember he had a compound fracture on his leg) and has been using a walker but has graduated to a cane. It really tires him to walk.
Trey got a good report at his Dr. His arm is healing nicely but they did find another small broken bone in that arm but they say it should heal by itself. Trey and Ronda came home today.
Trey got a good report at his Dr. His arm is healing nicely but they did find another small broken bone in that arm but they say it should heal by itself. Trey and Ronda came home today.
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We want you to know that the PEACE that we have been given for the recovery of Trey and Tyler is NOT from us. The God of Peace gives those who know him a supernatural reassurance that we depend on. There is an old song that says it well: On Christ the solid Rock I stand/ All other ground is sinking sand.
Once you surrender your whole life to Jesus, you will also be given the Peace that passes all understanding...
For more information, we have created a site that details more about God and His Amazing Grace.
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Also, let me urge you to seek out a local church, I say with confidence that every church in Munday is blessed with caring and sincere believers who can help you. If you aren't in Munday, I know there are tons of great churches out there...
Words from another song:
All I once held dear, built my life upon
all this World reveres and wars to own
all I once thought gain, I have counted loss
Spent and worthless now, compaired to this...
Knowing you, Jesus, Knowing you
There is no greater thing!
And personally, I can say that there is no greater thing. God saved me and it has made all the difference.
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Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Out on the Town with the Thompsons!
Great news! The doctors are allowing Tyler to go out tonight to dinner! The whole bunch is planning a trip to a local steak house owned by a couple of their friends.
In therapy, Tyler had to go down and show the therapist that he was able to get in and out of the car. He did well, so he gets a much needed outing! Tonya, Cindy, and Ronda are armed with cameras so we can post some pics later...
Cindy said that Tyler is eating much better and that there has been a huge improvement from just a few days ago.
Pray for Tyler's elbow, he hit it in the tank the other day and the skin graft is damaged.
Cindy also told me that the Moorehouse post(below) was gone and she wanted you all to read it and pray. I guess it was lost in cyber-space for a bit but now it is back.
In therapy, Tyler had to go down and show the therapist that he was able to get in and out of the car. He did well, so he gets a much needed outing! Tonya, Cindy, and Ronda are armed with cameras so we can post some pics later...
Cindy said that Tyler is eating much better and that there has been a huge improvement from just a few days ago.
Pray for Tyler's elbow, he hit it in the tank the other day and the skin graft is damaged.
Cindy also told me that the Moorehouse post(below) was gone and she wanted you all to read it and pray. I guess it was lost in cyber-space for a bit but now it is back.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Tuesday Evening
Talked to the Thompsons about 10:00. Tyler has had a good but hard day with theapry 3 times. He is eating good so we know that will help his strength. They ask that we continue to pray that Tyler's elbow be healed in the name of Jesus. Thank you Father that you are Tyler's Healer.
Trey is in Lubbock to see the Orthopedic surgeon for his arm. It is healing nicely so they feel really good about it. This is just a regular check up. Thanks again for all your prayers.
Trey is in Lubbock to see the Orthopedic surgeon for his arm. It is healing nicely so they feel really good about it. This is just a regular check up. Thanks again for all your prayers.
Ronda Thompson
Ronda Thompson submitted a powerful comment so I took the liberty to move it to the main blogsite:
God gives us the Keys to the Kingdom and prayer is one of the most powerful tools we have. Thank you Kacy for adding to this site the needs of others as praying for one another is an awesome privilege. Anyone can pray anytime, anywhere. I would like to add John Mark Wilde, 3 year old son of Ronda Cook. John Mark is recovering from open lung surgery due to accidentally falling into a dirty swimming pool. John Mark is doing O.K. but will be in Covenant Hospital in Lubbock for a few more days.
None of us know what the future holds but we do know WHO holds the future. Trusting God to answer our prayers is where faith comes in, I loved the quote "Prayer, of course, is not a means of getting what we want from God, but getting what God wants to be done here on earth." I do know that prayer changes things.
We are so thankful to all the prayer warriors who have been holding Trey, Tyler, Keith, and our families up over the past 5+ weeks. I was so blessed by Keaton's words, if you haven't read his link yet, do so as you will be blessed. We're standing in for you brother.
Glenna, we are lifting you, Chad, Autumn, and Jackson up and he will be healed in the name of Jesus. Dakota, you and your family are in our prayers, we pray for healing, strength, most of all HIS peace that passes ALL understanding and to your Grandma Laura, He will never leave you or forsake you. Arron's family, we know that with God, ALL things are possible. Glenna Shahan, you are in our prayers, God is in control. Gilbert and family, we're at the foot of the cross on your behalf, our hearts hurt with yours, I will always think of Trevor every morning "Good morning...". I also want to pray Lord for your hedge of protection around Mike, his family, and crew, I pray for a safer, productive, blessed harvest season.
We believe that the next time the Dr. checks Tyler's elbow and back that he will be in awe and know You did it God. We also pray for peaceful slumber for Ty-Ty. Thank you Lord for Trey's miraculous healing.
To you Keith, God equips us for His purpose, it was not by chance that you were there that day. We will never forget what you did to save our guys, you are our hero. You and your family always have been and always will be in our prayers...neighbors by chance, friends by choice--however, I do believe it was a part of God's plan that we are neighbors and not by chance, I just like that quote.
We are all blessed to be a blessing. Our love and prayers to all of you who check on us daily. Keep praying, it is working. There is no way we will ever be able to pay all this love forward, but the journey is an adventure, one we can all travel on together. May 18,2008 is a day we will never forget. My favorite song is playing, "Blessed be Your Name"...thank you Lord for giving them back to us...every blessing you pour out I turn back to praise. Thank you God, for being in all the details...how Great You Are. Thank you for our treasured family, friends and those we will never meet here but care enough to talk to You on our behalf.
God gives us the Keys to the Kingdom and prayer is one of the most powerful tools we have. Thank you Kacy for adding to this site the needs of others as praying for one another is an awesome privilege. Anyone can pray anytime, anywhere. I would like to add John Mark Wilde, 3 year old son of Ronda Cook. John Mark is recovering from open lung surgery due to accidentally falling into a dirty swimming pool. John Mark is doing O.K. but will be in Covenant Hospital in Lubbock for a few more days.
None of us know what the future holds but we do know WHO holds the future. Trusting God to answer our prayers is where faith comes in, I loved the quote "Prayer, of course, is not a means of getting what we want from God, but getting what God wants to be done here on earth." I do know that prayer changes things.
We are so thankful to all the prayer warriors who have been holding Trey, Tyler, Keith, and our families up over the past 5+ weeks. I was so blessed by Keaton's words, if you haven't read his link yet, do so as you will be blessed. We're standing in for you brother.
Glenna, we are lifting you, Chad, Autumn, and Jackson up and he will be healed in the name of Jesus. Dakota, you and your family are in our prayers, we pray for healing, strength, most of all HIS peace that passes ALL understanding and to your Grandma Laura, He will never leave you or forsake you. Arron's family, we know that with God, ALL things are possible. Glenna Shahan, you are in our prayers, God is in control. Gilbert and family, we're at the foot of the cross on your behalf, our hearts hurt with yours, I will always think of Trevor every morning "Good morning...". I also want to pray Lord for your hedge of protection around Mike, his family, and crew, I pray for a safer, productive, blessed harvest season.
We believe that the next time the Dr. checks Tyler's elbow and back that he will be in awe and know You did it God. We also pray for peaceful slumber for Ty-Ty. Thank you Lord for Trey's miraculous healing.
To you Keith, God equips us for His purpose, it was not by chance that you were there that day. We will never forget what you did to save our guys, you are our hero. You and your family always have been and always will be in our prayers...neighbors by chance, friends by choice--however, I do believe it was a part of God's plan that we are neighbors and not by chance, I just like that quote.
We are all blessed to be a blessing. Our love and prayers to all of you who check on us daily. Keep praying, it is working. There is no way we will ever be able to pay all this love forward, but the journey is an adventure, one we can all travel on together. May 18,2008 is a day we will never forget. My favorite song is playing, "Blessed be Your Name"...thank you Lord for giving them back to us...every blessing you pour out I turn back to praise. Thank you God, for being in all the details...how Great You Are. Thank you for our treasured family, friends and those we will never meet here but care enough to talk to You on our behalf.
Linda Moorehouse has ask us to add another family to this prayer site.
Lycretia Atkins and her daughter Katsy ..her husband Chris killed himself last Wednesday after a troubled 40 years...giving into alcoholism as well as other addictions...Lycretia is a strong person..but there is so much to face...Linda says "she is a friend of our daughter and her husband Chad". Please add this precious family to your prayers. She didn't say where they live but we know that our mighty God knows their address.
Father, in the name of Jesus, we ask you to comfort this family right now. Help them to know that you are the God of all comfort, that you love them and understand all they have suffered and are suffering.
Lycretia Atkins and her daughter Katsy ..her husband Chris killed himself last Wednesday after a troubled 40 years...giving into alcoholism as well as other addictions...Lycretia is a strong person..but there is so much to face...Linda says "she is a friend of our daughter and her husband Chad". Please add this precious family to your prayers. She didn't say where they live but we know that our mighty God knows their address.
Father, in the name of Jesus, we ask you to comfort this family right now. Help them to know that you are the God of all comfort, that you love them and understand all they have suffered and are suffering.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Hey Good Lookin'
Here are some pics of Trey's miraculous healing!
This is a picture of Trey's head that had 2nd &3rd degree burns... check out the smooth like butta' skin! No Scarring!The burns started from the front of the forhead and went back.
Check out this mug shot here! Looks AWESOME considering he has more metal in his head than R2d2...( just kiddin' Trey)
Broken arm? Nope
and the scar is almost gone!
Broken arm? Nope
and the scar is almost gone!
This is visable proof that God is in the DETAILS.
Father's Day and Cheney was his own little nurse!
Good Day
Cindy called and said Tyler had had a good day. They worked him really hard but as Coach Edwards and anyone who knows....NO PAIN, NO GAIN! Still keeping his food down. They are trying to feed him 6000 calories a day. I would like a couple of days of that!! Cindy said he was hungry for avocado today so that is what he had. Don't know if they have made him a watermelon shake yet.
They had a good visit with the kids and Madison stayed in Lubbock. Trevor has an appointment with the Dr. tomorrow in Abilene so say a prayer for him.
TREY is still trying to find soft foods to eat. Cindy made him bread pudding Sunday which had 9 eggs so he had an extra serving of that for the protein. He looks better each time I see him but he is still healing.
They had a good visit with the kids and Madison stayed in Lubbock. Trevor has an appointment with the Dr. tomorrow in Abilene so say a prayer for him.
TREY is still trying to find soft foods to eat. Cindy made him bread pudding Sunday which had 9 eggs so he had an extra serving of that for the protein. He looks better each time I see him but he is still healing.
Dakota's Grandmother
Mom called and Dakota's grandmother, Laura Franklin Powell, just had a stroke. She is in the hospital and disoriented. Leslie asks that we pray without ceasing. Dakota is supposed to start chemo this week!
SIDE: Many of you may have noticed that we list more than the needs of those primarily affected by the events of May 18, 2008...
Trey and Tyler have already "turned that corner" so to speak and we believe they are on the way out of this wilderness . However, these other names...Laura, Keaton, Dakota, Arron, Baby Jack...are now adopted by this site and it's readers.
Thanks to God, this blog is now about so much more! We know that "God works ALL things for the good of those who are called according to His purposes. Romans 8:28" I know the Thompson family who would agree that whatever Satan intended for evil that God will turn to good for His divine plan. And we believe part of that "good" is you, the reader, participating in the lives of others having difficult times. We participate in their destiny by Getting on our knees... 80,000 hits means that you are caring people who are interested in others--keep reading, and praying...
I hope you can make room in your heart for these names you don't recognize and these people you don't know... We believe that this time of struggle for the Thompsons will be redeemed by the MANY lives God will touch. So, like Larry said, "Pray like they were your own."
Quote: Prayer, of course, is not a means of getting what we want from God, but getting what God wants to be done here on earth.
The Doctor said...
... the Doctor came in and looked at Tyler today and said that if the wound was a small area that they would go ahead and do something. However because the wound is a larger area, they are going to wait one more week. Tyler will stay in rehab because he is making great progress until they know what they will do.
Let's agree that next week that when they take off the bandages that the healing has been taken care of miraculously! Can we all PRAY EXTRA HARD? Wouldn't it be cool if God got total credit for this one!
Tonya says that Tyler is OK with what the doctor said...
Let's agree that next week that when they take off the bandages that the healing has been taken care of miraculously! Can we all PRAY EXTRA HARD? Wouldn't it be cool if God got total credit for this one!
Tonya says that Tyler is OK with what the doctor said...
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Another need for prayer...
My good friend, Remelle Ferrar, the new Knox County Community Director, has a nephew named Keaton. We are already praying for a few guys having difficult times (Arron, The Boys, and Dakota) so I thought that while we are on our knees for these we can add another.
Here is what Remelle wrote to me:
Keaton is 14 and a student at Crowell. Please read his story and PRAY FOR GOD TO DO MIRACLES for him the way He has already done for the Thompsons.
Here is what Remelle wrote to me:
Hello everyone,
As I told some of you last week, Keaton had a very rough week with his blood counts being scary low and horrible sores in his mouth and throat etc. Katy, (his Mom) suggested he should write something about his cancer. She was hoping he could blow off some steam or maybe put down his thoughts in a way that would let those of us who care about him identify a little better as we who haven't been
there can't possibly understand how it feels to be diagnosed, have cancer or go through chemo. What we got instead is SO MUCH MORE. As you can imagine, being a 14 year old boy, he resisted the whole idea of voluntarily writing anything, at first. But, then he decided to write a book. With Keaton's permission I'm sending you the first chapter. Fair warning, it is not what you are expecting. You can learn a lot, but not necessarily about cancer. Grab a Kleenex first. Oh, and I have made no grammatical or spelling corrections and he hasn't edited it, this is just as it spilled out when he sat down to write.
Keaton is 14 and a student at Crowell. Please read his story and PRAY FOR GOD TO DO MIRACLES for him the way He has already done for the Thompsons.
PLEASE PRAY
I talked with cindy tonight and she said Tyler had another good day with friends and family. He has kept down all his food for 3 days. Yea Tyler.
They will meet with the Drs. in the morning about 9:00 to determine if further skin grafts are necessary. Tonya did say the wounds looked better when they dressed it today. Tyler is asking us to pray that another surgery will not be necessry. He has had about 7 surgeries now and he sure hopes it will not be necessary to do another one. Cindy and I agreed to pray for the Drs. for wisdom because they have made pretty good decisions up to now and we just want what is best in the long run for Tyler. Please say a prayer for God's will and ask Him to heal Tyler's burns supernaturally. God is able so that is our prayer.
They will meet with the Drs. in the morning about 9:00 to determine if further skin grafts are necessary. Tonya did say the wounds looked better when they dressed it today. Tyler is asking us to pray that another surgery will not be necessry. He has had about 7 surgeries now and he sure hopes it will not be necessary to do another one. Cindy and I agreed to pray for the Drs. for wisdom because they have made pretty good decisions up to now and we just want what is best in the long run for Tyler. Please say a prayer for God's will and ask Him to heal Tyler's burns supernaturally. God is able so that is our prayer.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
pizza party
Today was another good day for Tyler. He had a lot of company. Because it was the weekend they didn't work him out much. They exercised his arm and he walked a little.
Kelly, Todd and all their kids came which was a crowd. They ordered pizza and all went out into the court yard and had a party. Tonya said he was just very tired and ready to rest when they all left.
Our church had another tragedy this past week. Gilbert Flores who has been a part of our fellowship for over 10 years lost his little 5 year old son, Trevor. It has been a very sad and difficult week. The funeral was today and we had lunch for Gilbert's family out at our church. Last night when I was talking to Tyler he told me that he was praying for Gilbert. That reminded me of a scripture.
James 5:13-16 "Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and PRAY FOR EACH OTHER SO THAT YOU MAY BE HEALED. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective."
I gave Tyler that scripture and told him to continue praying for Gilbert and God would continue to heal him (Tyler). That is a promise of God. God's word is amazing and speaks to every situation in our lives.
Is any sick???? PRAY FOR OTHERS THAT YOU MAY BE HEALED.
Kelly, Todd and all their kids came which was a crowd. They ordered pizza and all went out into the court yard and had a party. Tonya said he was just very tired and ready to rest when they all left.
Our church had another tragedy this past week. Gilbert Flores who has been a part of our fellowship for over 10 years lost his little 5 year old son, Trevor. It has been a very sad and difficult week. The funeral was today and we had lunch for Gilbert's family out at our church. Last night when I was talking to Tyler he told me that he was praying for Gilbert. That reminded me of a scripture.
James 5:13-16 "Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and PRAY FOR EACH OTHER SO THAT YOU MAY BE HEALED. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective."
I gave Tyler that scripture and told him to continue praying for Gilbert and God would continue to heal him (Tyler). That is a promise of God. God's word is amazing and speaks to every situation in our lives.
Is any sick???? PRAY FOR OTHERS THAT YOU MAY BE HEALED.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Tyler's Best Day!!!
I just hung up the phone and I can't tell you how elated I feel. Tyler Thompson is on the way to total recovery. He sounded like a million $$$$$. His precious voice was music to my ears. He is the one who said, "This has been my best day!" He has kept all of his food down and was not light headed so was able to do his physical exercise. I understand now why everyone has been so excited when he called them. I have been to Lubbock several times but I never went in because there were always so many people to see him and I thought he needed to see his family so this was my first time to actually talk with him. I just can't thank God enough for answering our prayers.
Tyler told me that he is so blessed and he wanted to thank everyone for all their prayers because he has felt God's power and presence. He wants to thank everyone for all they have done.
Todd and Kelly are taking all of the kids to Lubbock tomorrow to see their Daddy and I know that will make Tyler feel even better to love on his kids.
Several of you have asked for the physical address of the hospital so you can send cards and notes. So here goes:
Tyler Thompson
University Medical Center (UMC)
602 Indiana Ave. Room 364A
Lubbock, Texas 79415
PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW
Tyler told me that he is so blessed and he wanted to thank everyone for all their prayers because he has felt God's power and presence. He wants to thank everyone for all they have done.
Todd and Kelly are taking all of the kids to Lubbock tomorrow to see their Daddy and I know that will make Tyler feel even better to love on his kids.
Several of you have asked for the physical address of the hospital so you can send cards and notes. So here goes:
Tyler Thompson
University Medical Center (UMC)
602 Indiana Ave. Room 364A
Lubbock, Texas 79415
PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Another day in rehab
This morning they woke him up early and gave him another high powered pain pill on an empty stomach. This caused him to get sick again. He was weak during therapy and really tired. Tomorrow they are going to fix a shake before they give him a pain pill and see if he is able to do better in the morning.
This afternoon he was feeling better, sitting up in a chair. He didn't walk today because he has been feeling a little lightheaded. Cindy and Larry are planning on coming home this weekend because Tyler is so much stronger.
Please, pray that the skin grafts stick! they will assess him on Mon.
BTW: He is really enjoying all your comments!
This afternoon he was feeling better, sitting up in a chair. He didn't walk today because he has been feeling a little lightheaded. Cindy and Larry are planning on coming home this weekend because Tyler is so much stronger.
Please, pray that the skin grafts stick! they will assess him on Mon.
BTW: He is really enjoying all your comments!
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
GOOD JOB Y'ALL!
It is working... Cindy called and says that today has been a really good day. The Prayers and Comments have really brightened his spirits. Thank you all and keep 'em coming!
NEWS: He walked twice today AND he was allowed to go outside for the first time. He was able to stay about 15 mins. He did keep his lunch down and Tonya has gone to get a blender for his shakes.
He had therapy today, they worked him hard and she said it was very painful. The occupational therapist worked with him today and he dressed himself-shirt, shorts, and socks! Good sign!
A speech therapist came and checked his throat to see what the problem is with swallowing...
On the 23rd, the doctor will assess him and determine what they need to do as far as the skin grafts go... Right now, he is staying on the 3rd floor for therapy.
Cindy has been sitting with him reading your comments. They are deeply touched by your sweet words and your prayers are working.
WAY TO GO TEAM!
NEWS: He walked twice today AND he was allowed to go outside for the first time. He was able to stay about 15 mins. He did keep his lunch down and Tonya has gone to get a blender for his shakes.
He had therapy today, they worked him hard and she said it was very painful. The occupational therapist worked with him today and he dressed himself-shirt, shorts, and socks! Good sign!
A speech therapist came and checked his throat to see what the problem is with swallowing...
On the 23rd, the doctor will assess him and determine what they need to do as far as the skin grafts go... Right now, he is staying on the 3rd floor for therapy.
Cindy has been sitting with him reading your comments. They are deeply touched by your sweet words and your prayers are working.
WAY TO GO TEAM!
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