Ricks Thoughts

PRAISE GOD for a successful surgery. I pray that God's hands will be on Rick's recovery of both the surgery, and of course, the entire ordeal. HE IS GOOD AND WILL BE GLORIFIED! God Bless you all!

Billy, Elaine, Haley, Candi, Jonathon, and Suzanne,

I just want you to know that we have prayed without ceasing today not only for out sweet Rick but for you guys as a family, we pray that God's arm just continue to hold you all and that you will feel overwhelming comfort, strength and peace through the many roller coasters of today and through this evening. we love you all very dearly and want you to know that.

love and prayers,
kacie and casey

First of all, I want to say a big thanks to Shannon and Jeffrey for keeping us all up to date on what's happening. If it wasn't for you two I would have gone crazy by now with worry. Secondly, I'm continuing to read my Bible and pray. I can't help but to pray that our will be God's will, and that if it isn't then for peace, love, and understanding.

Thank God that the surgery went well. Hopefully it will go uphill from here. Pleez ever1 pray.

I received a prayer request for Rick & your family via email. Although I did not know anyone in your family until the request, I feel a connection to you all. I have and will continue to pray for Rick and your family!

YAY! Rick, Ever since i heard about this, I would put an away message up on AIM that said please pray for Rick Pearson. So i have my firends praying for you and me. I'm glad the surgery went good. I hope you get better really soon. I need you to sing at church again... luv ya man.

vinny- Mountain Lake Church

We wanted you to know that we have submitted Rick's situation to the Prayer Chain that we have on The GraceNet and there are people praying around the world for all of you.

What comfort there is in knowing that no matter what God chooses to do in this situation, we have the hope of Romans 8:18. "For I reckon that the sufferings of this present world are not worthy to be compared to the glory that will be revealed in us"

Thank you Lord for your loving kindness and your word.

We are praying for your family and trust in Gods almighty plan. May the spirt of comfort cover you all.

Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise him all creatures here below. Praise him above the heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. We love you all. We will pray without ceasing. It is amazing how the Lord can bring together and bond those that we've never met. The Lord just gave this scripture to share with you today, Psalm 30:2-3 " O Lord my God, I cried out to your for help, and you restored my health. You brought me up from the grave, O Lord. You kept me from falling into the pit of death." WE will continue to pray knowing that the Lord hears and answers our prayers.

Rick, Billy, Elaine, Haley, Candi, Jonathan & Suzanne,

Please know that we are continually lifting you all up in prayer. I know that God has his arms around each of you and pray that he will continue to provide comfort to the family and healing for Rick. We all love Rick very much have made known to God our hearts desire - for Rick to be healed! May the peace of God be with each of you.
In Christ,
Allan, Joan, Bre & Lindsey Edmonds
Philippians 4:6-7

Hi, I'm a friend of Suzanne's! And I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for Rick, your family, and of course, Suzanne in Troy, AL--Troy University. Here's a great verse that I hope is encouraging!
"Why do you say, O Jacob, and complain O Israel, 'My way is hidden from the Lord; my cause is disregarded by my God?' Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary, and increases the power of the weak." Isaiah 40:27-29

And remember when you don't feel like you have enough faith to heal Rick, remember this: "If we are faithless, he will remain faithful, for he cannot disown himself." 2 Tim 2:13

Please give Suzanne a big hug from me and tell her that I love her!! We are relentlessly praying!!!

Love, Leah Williams

Praise God from whom all blessings flow, praise him all creatures here below. Praise him above the heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghosts. Its amazing how the Lord and his work can bring people together. I love you guys and I'm praying for you all. The Lord gave me this scripture for Rick today, Psalm 30:2-3, O Lord my God, I cried out to you for help, and you restored my health. You brought me up from the grave, O Lord. You kept me from falling into the pit of death." We will continue to pray without ceasing. Lorraine- Mountain Lake Church

Just a quick note to let you know that many people at Shepherd of the Hills Church are praying for Rick. Many thanks for allowing us to pray with you and watch God do His mighty work.

To Him who is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine....we are submitting our continued prayers!

Indescribable/Uncontainable/You placed the stars in the sky and You know them by name/You are AMAZING God./All powerful/Untamable/Awestruck we fall to our knees as we humbly proclaim:YOU ARE AMAZING GOD!
We love you and are praying for you and your family and the staff at MLC.
clair coley

I haven't stopped thinking of you all. Rick, I can't wait to sing with you again. I'm inspired by everyone's attiude and perspective centered around God's glory. My prayers are with you!

Chelsea Brooks

Just know that we are continually praying for Rick and each one of you. We pray that God will continue to prop you up and give you peace in this storm. Thank you for the updates, we are hitting this site like crazy!!!
the wortmans

Rick, you inspire so many of us at MLC. You have given of yourself time after time. You make the worship experience uplifting and FUN - for the young and old. We pray for your strength and healing in Jesus' name!!! You are VICTORIOUS in all things that hinder your body. Please let us know if we can do anything at all. Our prayers are with you all.

We are so relieved to hear that the surgery went well. We have been praying for Rick and that God would show his glory. Our hearts go out to you- Billy, Elaine, Candi, Haley, Jonathan and Suzanne- our prayer is that God would comfort you and give you the strength to get through this difficult time. We love you and continue to pray for each of you.
Brad and Jiyoung

We are friends with the Hardy family. We just wanted to let Rick and Suzanne and his family know that we are praying for all of you. May God give you all strength!

I am praying for you Rick! You mean so much to all of us. You are such a kind hearted person and a great friend to have. Suzanne, Billy, Elaine, Haley, Candi, and Jonathon, stay strong and keep praying. The faith of your family is amazing! I love your whole family and I want you to know that we are not giving up! My prayer is that God will continue to wrap his loving arms around you all as you walk through this confusing time. God is our refuge and our strength!

Praise Jesus for a successful surgery!!! You guys are continually in my prayers and I pray that you feel the comfort, peace, and love of Christ surrounding you all in this trial. I sent out a prayer request to my local Emmaus community...they will be joining us in prayer as they too are prayer warriors. Thank you Jeff & Shannon for updating us...it is so nice to not have to wonder what is going on with Rick.
Still on my knees, Shae

Just talked with my close friend Marjorie Kesler, she is a "Prayer Warrior" and is praying for you in the Mountains near Portland Oregon today !! We must all be diligent in throwing our prayers to heaven in a constant stream -- God will be honored!!

i cant say enough to you all...i am so grateful that things with the surgery went well and i just cannot tell you how often in the past few days that God has called me to get on my knees and pray for Rick and the family...please know that i am learning to pray without ceasing...you are in every thought...every prayer..and every time i think about rick...it is with our Lords arms wrapped around him..be blessed

Rick, Suzanne and family,
Shawn and Tricia have kept us updated on your circumstances and illness as it has progressed. Our thoughts have been with you and you have all been lifted up in many prayers by a host of people and churches in Alabama. As parents, our heart aches for you; but as believers in Christ, we rejoice with you in your steadfast love and belief in God's will for Rick's life. Whatever tomorrow may bring for each of you, this scripture from Isaiah 26:3 speakes to all of us who have been saved by God's grace and who depends on His strenght and love to sustain us ..
"Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee". We continue to pray for that "perfect peace" for each of you.

Teresa & Lyman Lovejoy (Shawn's parents)

Although Rick nor Candi know me, I (and my family) have been blessed by them and the voices God has given them during our membership at North Point Community Church. I found out about Rick's condition through an e-mail I received a couple of days ago, and have been praying since then (& contacting others to start prayer chains as well). My own little brother when he was 21 years old was in a life/death situation and in a deep coma for nearly 3 months, and I really do FEEL your pain, although I don't know any of you personally. (Shannon Scott actually knows him---Scotty Hunt). I do know from experience that God can and will give you an unexplainable amount of grace and peace, and that He will even provide others to pray for you and for Rick when you are too tired and don't know how or what to pray. You are surrounded by people lifting you all up and praying for a miracle for Rick---just know that!
My daughter was reading the words Rick sings on her UpStreet worship CD today (from the song "Even When", by Mike Gleason). I couldn't believe the timing.....

"I may not know what tomorrow holds for me
I may find that days ahead are hard for me
But I know that You are great oh Lord
And I know that You are good, so

Even when I don't understand
Even when I can't see Your plan
I will never cease to lift up my hands
And worship You, I worship You my God.

You're the strength for every struggle I may face
Help me Lord to live before You a life of praise
For I know that You are great oh Lord
And I know that You are good, so

I worship You my God
I worship You my God
Yes, I will worship You my God."

Praying for you,
Donna Vonfeldt and family

rick and family...
it is obvious from all of the posts everyone else is on the edge of their seat too. i haven't hardly had a coversation in two weeks where rick hasn't been brought up. rick, i think of you constantly buddy. I know the God you honor with your life and gifts CAN. i pray He WILL. candi and jonathan, i can't even imagine. may God bless all of you in these difficult hours and days...
jared

All the angels in Heaven have been called on your behalf. They are undoubtly surrounding you and your family now. Hang in there Rick we need you here.

Rick, Billy, Ms. Holk, Haley, Chandace, Jonathan and Suzanne,

My brother and I had went to school with Rick and Halie, Northview High. I found out Rick's condition through Mr. Ron Weinmann, he's church, First Assembly of God in Atmore AL, has been keeping him in their prayers list. For the last week, i have been letting people, back from highschool, know how Rick is and to keep him in their prayers. I thank you for having this site to keep us updated about his condition. I will continue to ask friends and families to keep Rick in their prayers. I believe in what prayers can do. God bless and take care.

Hi to all the family! I am so sorry to hear a Rick but I know that God is with him and will do everything in his power to help him. Mrs.Holk, I just adore you and we all miss you but you just hang in there and everything will be alright. Thats to all the family! Losing a family member is so hurtful but God is there with you the whole time holding your hand and rubbing you back telling you everything will be ok. I just love hearing Rick sing so he better get better and get out there and teach everyone about God's word. If yall need anything just let us know and Northview really supports you. We miss you and hope you are doing well. Hang in there its all going to work out! God Bless and take care!

Hey ya'll,
I'm still believing God with you for a healing miracle, and a quick one at that, so you won't have to keep watching him lay there and suffer.

I forgot to tell you that I gave this web address to a lady in an e-mail who said she sent it out on a prayer list that she has. I told her that I wanted her to give it to teh folks she's in charge of in a web site chat room so that they could send you money on hte pay pal thing. Hopefully thsoe she sent the site to will see that paypal thing and send ya'll soem money. I know you will need it.

The twenty-four elders fall down before him who sits on the throne, and worship him who lives for ever and ever. They lay their crowns before the throne and say:
"You are worthy, our Lord and God,
to receive glory and honor and power,
for you created all things,
and by your will they were created
and have their being.

Just thinking about Rick and you all again today--and praying. I know God is fully aware of Rick and each of you who love and care for him. Keep on fighting the good fight of faith. He continues to walk by your side and is meeting Rick's every need. God is being honored through your lives. Keep on Sisters and Brothers. We are standing with you in prayer. God's Spirit prompts us continually on your behalf.