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The coolest.



I am finding it hard to be eloquent so I'll just say that to be able to write the following words is just the coolest thing ever:

Dad's latest oncology report is incredibly encouraging. He is completely off oxygen (although he still uses a small amount while sleeping). He is completely off pain medication. He is sleeping well. His next appointment isn't for an entire month, and the doctor gave him advise for international travel! Not that he had plans to go anywhere, but we all thought that it was a pretty good sign that the doctor thought it was possible. Beyond that, he has had no side effects from the targeted treatment. Our prayers for maximum results with minimum side effects are being answered! We are extremely grateful for any additional time the Lord is allowing. We continue to be diligent in prayer for Plan A: divine and complete healing. All of God's gifts, including healing, are available today.

We honour the Lord who is at work (John 5:17). All along this journey we have seen evidence of the Lord's gracious involvement. We are thankful for the wisdom and diligence of a great team of medical experts. We are filled with gratitude for all who have prayed and continue to pray with us. And through it all we continue to uphold others who are looking to the Lord also.

This picture says it all! Off oxygen with O2 sats at 100 - perfect score :)

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  1. Carol Ford25 May 2019 at 04:31

    This is such exciting news!!! God is definitely answering prayers. We continue to pray for complete healing, and strength for all the family. Thank you for the update. Big hugs and lots of love to you all!

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  2. Shazia Awan-Hughes25 May 2019 at 15:13

    Such Wonderful news! Our God is Gracious!

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  3. exhorter25 May 2019 at 20:52

    Great News. God is good.

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  4. Joshua Herbert26 May 2019 at 12:12

    This is exciting news and I am not surprised of what the Lord is doing. The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.

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  5. Unknown27 May 2019 at 10:35

    Great to hear.

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  6. Unknown27 May 2019 at 12:56

    Thanking God for this good news. We are with you all in prayer!

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  7. Michele29 May 2019 at 12:18

    THIS IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZZZZINGGG!!! Praise GODDDD!!!! Thanks for keeping us posted guysxxx

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