Ricks Thoughts

"For he does great works too marvelous to understand. He performs miracles without number." Job 5:9

It is with that message that we pray with faith! Our God is a big God who understands everything that is going on right now, and in such an unexplainable time, there is such peace in that. My prayer is that we see a miracle happen in Rick's bilirubin levels! That we will see a great work in his body, too marvelous to understand!

You are always in my thoughts and constantly in my prayers!

Leah

I am feverantly praying for each of you! You are on my heart at all times. A verse that the Lord gave me in my battle with leukemia is Psalms 118:17 "I shall not die but live and declare what the Lord has done." The doctors words are hard not to cling onto, but my family always had to remind ourselves that the Lord is the great physician, our healer, our jehova raffi. I was given a 10% chance to live the first 2 weeks of treatment. God is so much bigger than the 10% prognosis! He has given me the opportunity to declare His healing in my life. I feel very connected to Rick and his fight for his life. I will continue interceding. May He comfort each of you in His arms. shari

I'm in Coach Davis's bible class and he told us about you, and I just wanted to tell you that I'm praying for you

Dear Rick,

I continue praying for you throughout the day...talk about building my personal alone time with God!!! Again, He is working through you to grow others. Rodney played me your song today that you recorded right before getting sick. Rick...it was absolutely gorgeous...the words just blew me away. Rodney, Chad, Sharon and I talked about how great God is and how great He made you!! Keep fighting, so we can be together again as a team...we sure do miss you!

Love you!
Jenny

hi. i just wanted to let you know im praying for Rick. i don't know him personally, but i know someone who knows him, and i wanted to say that i hope he gets better, and he is in mine and everyone's else's prayers.

-Austin Walton

rick i just want you to know you have been on my prayers and thoughts and you are such an amazing testimony to me and so many others! Suzanne you have also been on my thoughts and prayers- i love you so much!
<3
Kayleigh
ps- this website was a wonderful idea! thanks

We are encouraged with the update....we continue to have you in our thoughts and prayers. You and your family's commitment to God and love of the Lord is a constant inspiration for our family.
The Sidwell family

I pray that those Bilirubin levels go down. Rick,I love you way to much to see you go.... May God protect you where every you are. I love you Rick.

vinny

Rick - Someone at NPCC told me about your situation yesterday and you have been in my prayers ever since. I will continue to lift you and your family up.

I love Rick sooooooo much. too much for words. When he comes back he should be expecting a great big Danielle hug. Just ask Louie... I am the Hug Yoda. LoL! Well stay well and in good enough shape so your Bilirubin levels come down to four Rick. I love you and you saty in my prayers.
Love you always,
Danielle

Hey this is holly shaw i am in coah davis's class at faith academy.I was just writing to tell you that Rick Pearson and his family are in our prayers.....i hope everything goes well and that God is with you always!!!!!

"yet in all things we are more than conquerors, through him who loves us" Romans 8:37

Love Holly Shaw

Just wanted to let you know that We love you and are praying for you everyday. I know that I havent seen you in a while, but just know that your half-sister loves you! You have touched so many lives, by the testimony you have. I pray for Gods richest blessings on you and your families life...You are truly a gift from God and a blessing to all who know you...I'm proud to say your my brother not only here on earth, but in Heaven. I love you, Rick

Our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout the day. We have heard from so many people outside of MLC that are asking how they can continue to pray for Rick and the family. As Jenny wrote, it is so amazing how God continues to work through Rick in such a huge way! We love you guys ... you are always on our hearts and minds.

Blessings,
David & Michelle

Just thinking of you and your precious family tonight. You are in our prayers daily and we continue to rejoice in the progress over the last couple of days. God continues to use you and your family in a magnificent way. Sleep well.

I've just recently started attending services at Mountain Lake and was lead to your site by a friend. My prayers are with you and your family. When you're feeling discouraged, remember:
Lamentations 3:31-32 "The Lord does not abandon anyone forever. Though he brings grief, he also shows compassion according to the greatness of his unfailing love."

Coach Davis's bible class. We're praying for you. I hope you will get better real soon. I don't know what I would do if me or my best friend had lukemia (sorry if I spelled that wrong.)I would probally just keep on praying like we're doing for you. Keep believing.
In Him,
Hannah Curtin

hey,im in Josh Davis Bible class and I am praying that you get better and that God will bless you and your family.

Hey, Im in Coach Davis's Bible Class And i just want to let you know im praying for you

Dear Rick and Family,
Praise God for a better day may they continue to get better. You are all in my prayers constantly everyday you are all I think about here lately. May God bless each and every one of you in his own special way,and soon each of you will have an even better testimony of Gods healing power. God Bless and know that we are only a phone call away in Atmore.
Love you all!!!
Jennifer

hey Rick, I just wanted you to know that we have all of Coach Davis's Bible class praying for you along with my family and friends. I believe God is with you, and I have personally seen a miracle happen and I know he can do it for you.

I do not know you personally, but my daughter, Michelle Hulsey, a Big Stuff intern does. She thinks the world of you, and has asked for prayers for you and your family and frieds. Jerry Hill, our part time pastor while things are getting going for North Point affiliation, has also asked for our prayers for you from our group. You sound like an amazing person, Rick, and we all know you are in God's hands. We pray for your recovery, strengh, and healing. We pray for your family and close friends, and for every one who cares for you to be in Gods will and comfort. You hang in there, keep the faith, and we will be here for you, and your family. God Bless you, and your family and friends. Lisa Hulsey,

Dear Rick,
My sister kayleigh told me about ur story and wat your goin through and I Just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you... You have been a great insipration to me because you have stayed so strong ...I will be praying for you everday...I know God works miricles and I know that with prayer miricals will happen...Thanks for being such a great inspirtation for showing great strength! I hope you get better soon! God Bless!
-Chelsea

Rick, Suzanne, and family~
I just wanted to let you know how often you, are all in my thoughts and prayers. God has already used you to make such an amazing impact on those around you, and I know He will continue to use your talents, trials, and endless faith.

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28

~Bre

We are constantly praying for everyone. We are wishing for all the best. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. We love you all very much. The Cooper's

hey rick,
this is anna, from coach davis' Bible class. I hope your doin good! I dont know what its like to be where u r, and i hope u get better and stick with God. just wanted to say i am praying for u & your family. I hope to see you in heaven one day!
-luv yall,
anna

i dont know rick personally but im in coach josh davis's bible class and he told us about ricks condition and i just wanted to let you know that i will be prayin for rick and the family i know God has a plan for him and whatever happens God will be there with yall love always -Beka Jemison

Jeffrey and Shannon,
Thank you so much for keeping us updated. I would be going crazy wanting to know how Rick is doing if you were not here to keep us updated. Thank you so much.

Karmen Talley

Dear Rick, I am in Coach Davis's Bible class, I just wanted to let you know that me and alot of other people are praying for you.
~Julie~

It's getting close to "lights out" in the Ward home. As it has been all summer, we will whisper your names in our Father's ear as we drift off to sleep and awaken to once again continue to pray.

We love you,
Chad and Autumn

dear,mr.pearson I am in coach davi's bible class and I just wanted you to know that I am praying for you always, and I know how you feel my papa has cancer and I know that God will cure both of you and I just wanted you to know that I loveyou! and your cousen is the best teacher in the world!!!!!!!!!!! I HOPE YOU GET BEDDER!

i dont really know you personally, but i heard you in church, and i just wanted to say that every note that comes out of your mouth is so beautiful, i cry in church when i hear you. you, your family and your beautiful Fiancée are in all my prayers now. only God understands his big plan for you, all we can do is pray and hope for the best. much love ~Heather~

"Jesus said to his disciples, 'The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.'" Matthew 9:37-38

Rick, you are definitely one of God's few workers who He has sent out into his plentiful harvest field. I've been to BigStuf as a member of my youth group many times, and I was able to go as a chaperone last year while I was interning at my church. I can't describe to you what your act of worship meant to the kids at my church. You are an inspiration, giving your time, your energy, and your heart to worship God so that youth will come to know Him better. I am praying for you Rick, praying that God can work a miracle in you. All things happen according to God's will. Know this, and know that God loves you. So do I and so many more people. Thank you for all that you've done, and my prayers are with you.

rick && family,

ive visited mountain lake a couple of times because alot of my friends go there && i occasionally go to spin...weve been introduced but you wont remember me && i dont expect you too. but anyways rick has amazing talent && my family && i are praying for him constantly. nothing would please me more than to hear that one of the most talented people ive ever heard is back on the stage where he may use gods gift.

praying praying && praying some more.

<333333

"A merry heart does good like medicine." Proverbs 17:22

On that note: Molly (age 7) is praying for your "belly rubin" to go down to 4. :)

Still praying and believing,
Pam

I am praying for you guys everyday. Not a day goes by with me waking up and rushing to the computer to see another update of how God is totally being Himself and working in extremely mysterious ways. In fact, there are days where I check 30-40 times. Not to mention the phone calls from Amber that are amazing.

I, as well as my family, will be in constant prayer for Rick and all of you. Be strong for the Lord, Your God, is with you!!! He's right there, watching over you. Watching over Rick. Not a minute goes by that His eyes are not fixed on Rick. Nothing happens that He hasn't ordained. His will is being made known even as we wait. He is in control.

Rick,

Psalm 91 vs 14 Because he loves me, says the Lord, I will rescue him. I will protect him for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me and I will answer him. I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and Honor him "WITH LONG LIFE".

Proverbs 9 vs 11 For through me your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.

I proclaim these verses over you Rick. Our God is a mighty God and his words do not come back void. May you feel the sweet presence of Jesus, and may he touch you and heal you. In the name of Jesus. Amen
From the Heart,
DeeDee and Jeff Akerman

Rick and Family,

I have been putting this off for quite sometime because I don't really feel warranted to write something when you hardly know me at all. Yet, the urge will not subside which leads me to believe God desires my obedience. So here are the words I have been wanting to say for awhile. My husband and I know of you guys through Obe and Amber. Obe is my cousin, and it was with great sorrow that I heard of the news. Immediately, my family and I began to pray. In addition, I added Rick to our prayer list at Pace High School where I teach. Everyone there is praying for him daily. We are all believing God for a miracle as are you guys. The next thing is this, each time I think of Rick, I simulataneously think of Candi, and in this memory, I always recall the first time I ever saw Candi sing at the Escambia County Junior Miss pageant. During intermission you sang, "The Lion and the Lamb," and I remember thinking, "Wow that girl has something that goes way beyond the superficiality of this silly pageant." The beauty was not in your voice or your appearance, it was in the sweet presence of the "lamb who was slain and the lion who reigned". It is the same presence that comforts Rick right now. Thank you all for the inspiration you have been to people you don't even know.

Caryn and Curt Bell

Please know Rick, that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I too have been down the road you are, and if there is anything you could ever need to talk about please never hesitate. I am a twenty year old girl from South Jersey, and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia last August. (I heard about your battle through Brittany Childress whom I started to talk to via email about our conditions.) I feel as if God has intended for me to help others battling the same disease. (So let's stick together!) You seem like such a vibrant young man and I (as well as many others) believe in you 110%!! Stay strong and know we believe in you!!!

All My Love and Support
Jessica Holland
www.jessyoucan.com

I'M In Coach Davis Bible Class and I'm praying for you.

Rick and family, Although we don't know you personally, we have been checking this web site every day for new info.... Lanny also keeps us posted. I worked as a nurse in intensive care for 6 years, and Steve is a doctor, so we feel like we understand( to some degree) what you and your family are going through. We are praying every day that the Lord will completely heal you, and give peace and comfort to your family.... Steve and Janice James

Rick,
i am in coach Davis's Bible class and he told the class about your condition today and i thought that I would just let you no that if you have FAITH in the Lord and you keep on praying to God along with all the other people that are praying for you,then god will have a great plan for the rest of your life,you want no what is it ,but I have faith that god has a special plan for YOU!!!!!
PRAYING FOR YOU,
Esther Stokely

Even this night - we are still praying. Love you! God is mightily working this moment. He never sleeps - this is true.

I'm praying "Four for Rick" for the bilirubin levels - every hour. This night and each night.

Know you have many offers - but please know we are poised to help in any way if you need anything.

Meanwhile, we'll do the strongest thing possible - fervent prayers for our brother and friend - Rick.

4forRick!
Jen

Hey! I'm In Coach Davis' bible Class And I wanted to let you know that were all praying for you.

Praise Jesus for an incredible day for Rick!!! Rick knows how much he is loved and that love as well as all of these prayers and the power of our God is keeping Him here with us. How awesome that he responded today!!! I know that made mom's heart happy to know that her son recognizes her. You guys (Rick's family) are amazing!! I hope that all of these prayers continue to give you strength as you pour your strength into your beloved Rick! Rick, I want to confirm what everyone else has said...you are drawing us closer to the Lord and leading us into worship just by being YOU!
always praying...Shae

Im standing here right now listening to Candi sing.
If there is any better example to how much God loves you Ricky I will be hard pressed to find one.

God is with you!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bring it on home!!!!!

Hey Rick I'm in Coach Davis' Bible class & I hope you get better

Hi, I am in Coach Davis' Bible class and though I do not know Rick personally, I feel as though I do from what coach has told us. I just wanted to let you know I will be praying for you. Remember
All things work to the good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose, which it seems to me you are.
Sincerely,
Evan

i love you rick!! praying for you!!
rachel

Rick,
I am Suzanne's cousin in Georgia. I have been talking with her aunt Brenda who has told me about your situation. My husband and I (as well as the rest of the Georgia Steele clan), are praying for you, Suzanne, and your family. We know God is great, and He is at work in all things. We pray God will restore your health and continue to use you in His ministry, and we also pray that you and your family and friends feel God's peace and His grace, but we suspect you already do. We will continue to pray, and I will ask my church to pray for you.
In His Love,
Karen Steele Harkleroad

Hey Rick,I`m in Coach Davis`s bible class he told us about you and i just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you.
~Kamrey~

Praying...praying...praying...

We love you, Rick, in Christ. We life you up to Christ! We claim His healing for you!! We love you, Elaine, in Christ. We love you, Candi, in Christ. We lift you both up to up Christ!

Praying...praying...praying...

In His Love,
Charles & Terry Allen

Hello to the Pearson/Holk family,
We have been in prayer for you ever since finding about Rick's illness. He's been added to our prayer list at Monroeville First Baptist Church and my sister's prayer list at Beautiful Feet Street Mission in Ft. Worth, Texas. Dawson was so thankful that he had a great visit with Rick and all of you a couple of weeks ago. Please remember that we love all of you and you are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
Charlie, Laura, Lynn, Dawson, and John Chavers

Dear Rick,Iam in Coach Davis`7th period Bible
class.Iam praying for you!!!My grandfather had
cancer.Like in Bible class,"Yet in all things
we are more than conquerors,through him who
loves us."Romans 8:37 We are all praying for you.
Get well soon!!!

Love,Sarah

Hey Rick, this is Tia I'm in Coach Davis's 7th period he let us know whats going on with you, but you got to keep praying and you have to keep fighting!!! With all Faith Academy's Love... Get Well!!! We are all praying for U!!!

you dont know us personally but weve seen this link on caitlin, tammie,ashli,bader,chelsie...&& many many others profile on AIM && myspaces && xangas. weve been checking this at least 5 times a day ever since we actually clicked on it...but trust me your our my mind && prayers many many many more times than that. this weekend we had a youth revival at my church (freedom tabernacle) && we all prayed that gods will be done && that hopefully you will be back on stage && doing what you love A.S.A.P. && im sure you know this..but you have many prayers of the North Forysth High students (where we attend) we have people comming up to us asking to get this link && asking to pray for you over the lunch tables. its amazing how much support yall have. && i know it will never fade no matter what comes- along with gods love && power. your in our prayers && thoughts along with pretty much everyone elses

love.us

Rick - I learned of your illness today and was taken aback at how quickly our circumstances can change, seemingly at the drop of a hat. But, God is using you in this moment to bring glory to Himself and change lives for eternity. Myself and lots of other people are praying for you (look at all the postings - wow!) as you are absolutely in the hands of our capable Father.

P.S. Lanny = Doctor...very suspicious. :)

Rick and family,

I was an Alpha Gam with Suzanne at Auburn and heard about Rick's condition through some friends of mine from BigStuf. I just want you all to know that I am praying for you. I have found myself drawn to this website everyday for more news about how Rick is doing. This time in my life has not been the easiest, but I find that reading about Rick, how God is working in this situation, and the tons of prayers that are being lifted up I am encouraged in all areas of my life. Because, through this situation, the Lord has reminded me of how faithful He is and how magnificant and huge He is! Thank you all for your faith and for your strength that has encouraged me. I pray that He continue to give you the strength that comes from Him alone..and for healing over His son, Rick. Oh, and congratulations Suzanne!! I'm so excited for y'all!

In Him, Molly

Rick & Family,

What a miracle to hear how respondent Rick was to loved ones voices. I have been coming to MLC for a short time, but immediately felt such a connection there. I have prayed and talked to the Father these last days more than I have in my entire life. Rick does have a light and now I understand what is going on. thank you so much for the updates you will never know how this has changed my life and restored a distant relationship I had with the Father. I will continue to pray for the levels to go down and strength for the family.

Sincerely with Love
Lisa

Hello dear ones,
I feel a bit melodramatic keeping this so anonymous, but for the sake of the nurse who said this to me I have to respect her confidentiality. I am a friend of a friend of Candi's and have been praying..I also have a dear friend who works not on Rick's floor but a nearby ward of the hospital, her exact words when I asked her if she knew Rick were, "OH my goodness, YES, he is so adorable and has such a wonderful personality. He's a really special guy. He's not even on my floor but I've gathered from listening that he has touched so many hearts of the staff here at the hospital already!!"
Isn't that such an amazing testimony! Glory to God...!! Love and prayers,
A friend of a friend....... :)

I just want you guys to know that you have my prayers. I know that God is "before all things and in Him all things consist". (Col 1:17) That is encouraging to me as I know it is to you all as well. You have been used by our Father in so many ways I know, including being an encouragement to me. Thank you for your testimony and unfailing strength which comes only through the One. Continue on as to bring Him glory and fame.
In His Service...
Nicholas

Dear rick, my name is Lauren Mckeown and I am in coach Josh Davis` class. He told us whats wrong with you and just to let you know you are in my thoughts and am praying for you every day.And to let you know no matter what the docs say GOD wiil heal you!love always Lauren (ps)I will wright every time I can.

Hey there Rick and family! I work with Josh Davis. We teach Bible together. This is just an opportunity for the Lord to get glory! He wants to bless His children. He is still the Lord that healeth thee! We are praying and expecting the Lord to raise you up, Rick! He is awesome like that. So many times the Lord just uses opportunities like this to get His people praying and you can believe that there are at least 300 of us agreeing in prayer!

In Christ, Erica

Rick, Suzanne, and family,
I'm reminded this evening of a quote "When you get to the place where God is all you have, only then can you realize that He is all you need". I'm believing that God has Rick in this place so that He can perform miracles that no one can doubt or deny. Tonight, I ask again that one of these miracles be total physical healing. I ask another to be continued supernatural power to sustain you with comfort, strength and peace. I pray for Rick to have a peaceful night with rest and comfort. And I pray for good news in the morning.

Bless you Jeffrey and Shannon for the updates. Without them, there would be little hope of peace for me.
Tammy (Mountain Lake)

I attend Birmingham United Methodist Church in Alpharetta and learned of your illness from the Esteps. You are in my prayers and I will put you on our prayer list at church. "So great a cloud of witnesses" will help you with your healing.

Rick,
I am in Coach Davis's Bible class and he told the class about your condition today, and I was just going to let you know that if you pray and have faith in the Lord he will have a great plan for your future. My family is praying for you. So just keep praying along with the other people praying for you and the Lord will give you a special plan for the future.
Praying for you,
Esther Stokely
P.S
God Bless!

Today 30 precious 1-5 graders took time out of their day camp to pray for you Rick. Our day camp theme is based on Joseph and the coat of many colors. Today's topic was faith, but especially that we must have faith that God is sovereign and that he knows and sees the whole plan even when it's cloudy for us. The kids are lifting you up all week and can't wait to hear about how God continues to heal. We're praying for the big number 4!!!

Hi Rick (and the entire Pearson family) -
Just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you tonight - that you will have plenty of peaceful rest, and that tomorrow will bring more good news to the glory of our amazing God! We are praying for a return to normal of your levels, and continued interaction with your family as they come in to visit - and we are so thankful that the God that we bring these requests to has all of these situations firmly in His hands! Please know that you are in our hearts and are being lifted up as our brother in Christ tonight!

hi,
I am one of Mrs. Holk's students at Northview High School.I was Just letting you know(if someone has not already)that every morning before school all of the FCA kids get together and pray for Rick.Mrs.Holk has gave me a couple of his songs on CD and he is very talented.We will all be in prayer for him untill he gets better.We will also be in prayer for those of you who are there with him because you all are very supportive.

How AMAZING is our God!!!!!! Rick your strength and passion continue to minister to me. I am completely in awe of the power of love, both for the Lord and for family. It is that love that allowed you to open your eyes and see your mom and sister today. I pray that the Spirit of the Lord will continue to guide the thoughts, actions, and decisions of your doctors and nurses. I know that when they walk down the hallway of your room they can feel the power of God.

To Rick's family and friends---thank you so much for keeping us posted on how Rick is doing. I know that although we don't know one another personally here on Earth, we are all part of the same family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will give you strength when you feel you have none and He will give you hope when there seems to be none. I love you all---Amy Stewart

Ricky has been on my mind and in my prayers all evening. I was remembering today how when Hillary was growing up and was around 6 or 7 she had the biggest crush on Ricky. He was always so sweet to her and made her feel special. I will never forget how much that meant to her.

A Bible verse comes to my mind tonight which I am claiming for Ricky. 1 Chronicle 4:20 - " Call those things that be not as though they are"

I am calling Ricky's Bilirubin to be in the normal range and calling his liver healed in addition to healing his body.

May God bless you, give you strength and increase your faith every hour.

Robyn Byrd, First Assembly, Atmore, AL

ricky, sally and i just want you to know we will def do what we can... and our prayers @ this point are yours... full of hope and love for you man...

as well as comfort and peace for your family...

LOVE, it never fails...

I just wanted to let you know that when you get better you can read this. I am in Coach Davis's class. To the family don't give up. GET WELL SOON.

Elaine,
Awesome news about Ricky recognizing your voice!! I just looked at the pictures of the two of you-and you WILL hold him again! If I've said it once, I've said it a million times (and I have), that's a pretty boy. To God Be The Glory! What a testimony he's going to have.We're praying for all of you.
**Attention Prayer Warriors**
Every hour on the hour I challenge you to physically do something--along with what is already being done (constant prayer) whether it be to:
1. Shout out "4" for Rick (as many times as you want)
2. Honk your horn "4" times
Anything to shake-up satan and bring more glory to God, Himself!!
Maybe, across this great nation, if there's anybody that doesn't know about Ricky and his need for a miracle, they'll ask and they too will began to pray for him.
To the family,
I can't even begin to imagine what you are all going through, but know we are all praying constantly for each and everyone of you. Love you all!!
Psalm 136:4
Only He can do great miracles,
His love continues forever.

I don't know you Rick, but my cousin Bret attends your church. Praying for you and your family and asking God to heal you completely. Prayers from West Virginia,
Katie L.

Hi,

My family and I have just started attending MTN lake church, Therefore I don't you or your family personally but you and your family are in my prayers. I hope and pray daily that you are getting stronger and will come out of this on top.

Love in Christ the Green Family

HI, im from coach davis bible class i hope you get better "yet in all things we are more than conquers through him that loved us"

Candi-
Thanks for the awesome example of worship today. Someone was saying that when the legs have come out from under you and you can still stand, God is glorified. He was so glorified tonight! I was so glad to be able to physically hug you tonight after wrapping you in prayer for so many weeks. You guys are on my hearts. I love you so much. Just let me know if you need a little trivial persuit sweet action and I am there. Well I'm there for you with or without the trivial persuit! Love you!

Kelly

Hey Rick, Mrs. Elaine, Billy, Haley and Candi. Its Sarah Hayman. I just wanted to let you know that I love you all so much. You have always been a second family to me, and Haley; I am here for you girl always day or night. Rick I am praying for you it seems like continually throughout everyday and I know you are gonna walk out of that hospital. I miss you all!

We are praying for a miracle...that when we wake up tomorrow Ricky's bilirubin levels will be absolutely normal.

Rick,

This is Brandon from BigStuf. Just got done praying that God's healing hand would be upon you. He is so faithful to do the things that we ask Him for, and I'm asking for him to heal you my friend. One of the great names for God in the Old Testament is Jehovah Rophe and it means "The Lord Our Healer"...He didn't get that name for no reason. I love you man, and I can't wait to hear the good news about how God is going to use all of this.

Brandon G.

Elaine, Billy and Family - I am praying for your strength and comfort and peace in the midst of a storm as only our God can give it. I've been checking the updates since I learned last week of Rick's illness. Rick would not remember me, but I am praying for his complete recovery so he can go back to being about the Lord's business as described in so many comments here. God gave our own family a miracle this year. In my heart I know He did and that He still can. It is right to ask a specific prayer and also ask God's will be done at the same time - it's what Jesus did in the garden. My prayer, Elaine and Billy, is that the next time we run into each other at the mall and share quick updates of what our children are up to it will all be good news. I pray for the doctors' hands and decisions regarding treatment, that God will use them as His own hands to heal your son. I gather Rick has quite an impact on people, even from a hospital bed. What awesome loving comments I have read about him. I pray Rick will have a peaceful night with test results heading back toward normal in the morning.

Much love, CM

Dear Precious Family and Friends-

How does a mother watch her 23 yr. old son lying motionless, plugged to so many machines?
How does a mother watch her 21 yr. old daughter kiss the hand and rub the head of her new finance as he lies sedated and still?
How can we watch and be so full of hope and stay encouraged? It's because the power of our LIVING God is so real to us at this time. I am Barbie, Suzanne's mom, and I praise Him for allowing me to share in the fullness of His Holy Spirit in this dark hour.
Precious ones, we have "stepped out of the boat" as Peter did.(Math. 14:24-33) If we consider all the turbulance around (as Peter did) we will sink! Instead, we are so focused on the throne of God that we are experiencing a supernatural calm in the midst of this storm!! Your daily reminders of scripture and prayer really help. We - the Holk family, the Pearson family, the Hardy family- will not be shaken because we KNOW we serve a LIVING God. You are bearing our burden (Gal. 6:2) by helping us stay focused. God bless you all.
Jesus told a parable (Luke 11:5-8) of a neighbor who finally gave his neighbor bread in the middle of the night. He didn't give it because he was his friend. He gave it because he was persistant in knocking at his door. Thank you for knocking. Keep knocking. God is listening.
Coveting your prayers, Barbie Hardy

Rick, it's SOOO cool to see Christ the center of everyone's talk concerning you. I know He's proud of you. Love you, man.
Jesse

LORD,

I lift up Rick Pearson to you, an anointed worship leader. Father I ask in the name of Jesus for your healing hand to extend down from heaven and touch Rick's body. You formed him in his mothers' womb, and I ask that you would fashion his liver such that his bilirubin levels would go down to a 4, and that his body would be restored to complete health, without even the chemo. Father I pray that you would restore the family's flagging energy, that you would give them renewed strength for the days ahead. I pray LORD that you would restore Rick's body to even better then new, that he may once again praise you in the sanctuary. Thank-you for your tender mercies.
In Jesus' name, Rev. Chrissie Paseur, Ellijay, GA

I have started typing over and over and keep just deleting what I type. I think I finally figured it out. He just wants me to say, brothers and sisters, I love you and I thank you all for what you are doing for Rick. But most of all I want to thank you for what you are doing for each other(the kingdom).

To Rick's biological family, thank you for allowing all of Rick's spiritual brothers and sisters to suffer with you in this time. It takes alot of courage to allow so many you do not know physically to see into your pain and suffering, not to mention allow them to have the same pain and suffering with you.

To Rick, brother I love you, deep cutting, painful at times, love. You know the kind that only God can give to us. The kind were I would do anything for you. The kind were I would go as far as to offer my life to save yours... yeah ... that kind of love.

For the first time in my life I was allowed to see God's love through this time of struggle.
God's blessing is on us all the time, but sometimes it feels like a rare moment to actually experience it.

I have never met Rick, but I am interceeding for you all. I found out about your plight through my coach. I work at NPCC in the weekday preschool. God's glory is all over your family and He loves you so much to be revealing Himself to you in these ways. I have recently been encouraged by the verses in Ephesians 3:20-21 where we are told that God wants to do exceedingly, abundanly more than all we can think or imagine... I am praying for Rick's levels to come down... I will be praying for that above all else today!

Rick,

We just heard about your situation and were stunned. We and our church family here in Colorado Springs are praying hard for you. We know God will pull you through. Our prayers will keep coming your way until you are healed.

Jason, Kacie and Lucas Baggett

Rick:

We have never met but I look forward to that opportunity some day soon. My family and I used to attend Northpoint for several years when we lived in Atlanta. We now live in Florida and by God's grace we received an email about your need for our prayers. There are so many scriptures that run through my head that I would like to share with you but given we are brothers in Christ they would just be a reminder of God's love which you already know. My family and I are praying for you from Florida and look forward to having you for a visit when you need to get your tan back !!

Get well my brother !

Norman LeClair & Family

Hey Rick, My name is Lee, and I'm in coach Josh Davis' bible class. He has told us about you, and I just wanted you to know that I'm praying for you

Get well soon

Good Morning Rick & Family,
I prayed all night and I will continue today. I have pray chains going all over. I am getting constant emails asking how you are. So many people care about you & your family - you are all amazing. God, I ask that you continue to give Rick strength today and bring his Bilirubin count down. That you keep your arms around him and comfort him. I ask that you bring this beautiful boy back to us at Mountain Lake so that we can hear him sing, worship You, and praise You, as he is always encouraging us to do. He has touched so many lives, more than he will ever know. I ask you for strength for his family, for them to remain strong, and keep the faith as they encourage us to do daily. I ask this in Your Son's name, Amen. As Jen Carrozza said "4 for Rick." I am going to pray that all day. I have Growth Group tonight and we will continue praying tonight. Our group has the power of prayer as we have seen many miracles by prayer. Thank you again to your family for making us a part of them, for your updates, and mostly for your faith in God. We love you and miss you.
In Christ,
Sherri Massey

Rick,
I am Billy Steele's wife, which is Suzanne's cousin from Chatsworth, GA. Everyone here wants you to know that we will be praying for you. We pray that God heals your body. I can tell by what I have read that God has started a great work in you and He will continue that. When we are sick is it not great to know that we have the great physician on our side who can take any condition and heal it. I pray that today God shows His favor on you and you are restored.

Billy & Malissa Steele
Tom & Marilyn Martin
Karen & Danny Harkleroad
Maryann Steele

RICK and FAMILY,

We're praying for that billirubin count to drop! We love you. Hang in there. We're lifting you up in prayer.

God loves you all,

Shelley

Rick,
I'm not sure you would remember me, but I am Bradley Harrell's step sister.

You're voice gave me so much comfort at Bradley's funeral. You definately are a gift from God with your musical talent. Your song that day is the one wonderful thing I remember. You touched my heart.

You are constantly in mine and my husbands prayers. Hopefully my prayers and those of others will help to give you some symblance of the comfort that you gave me and my family through your voice.
Your Sister in Christ,
Misha Brooks

We do not know Rick personally but my husbands sister's family, Bill and Sha Wortman, are members of the church. We have been praying for Rick and his family as he continues to fight the battle. Sounds like he is a wonderful person and has a lot to give. We will continue to pray.

The Stanleys

Dear Rick,Suzanne and Family,

Of course you all are in our prayers continually, and I know in my spirit that Rick is being used mightily of God to manifest His glory. The accounts of what He has done recently in the lives of the people who know Rick are proof of that. Donna and I are fully expecting a miracle for his healing.We have prayed that His healing blood will mix with Rick's blood. May the peace of God that passes ALL understanding be with you and abide with you through this time and always.
In the love of Jesus Christ..Rev. Bill and Donna Shelton.

Rick and Family,

Our prayers continue for all of you. God continues to bless us also as we pray as a body for you. Goals were met and exceeded. Rodney and Chad stopped wearing spandex (huge blessing). And my family and I grow even closer too God as we pray for you and talk to God several times a day. Shell and I are the example of what God can do with a marriage gone bad but you also get to be the example of how God can turn something so bad into such a blessing. It just blows my mind how awesome and how well his plan is thought out. It just can't get any better than perfect. Rick, we love you and lift you up to God as you are weak and pray for his blessing. You are a blessing to all of us.

The Collins Family

I dont know Rick but through a friend heard about it.
I am praying for Rick and for the family and friends involved. I will also be praying for the doctors and nurses working with Rick that they would have the wisdom and insight to do everything they can!

I recieved the email for prayer and have forwarded it to my Men's Bible Study Group to lift you up as well.

It great to see God's body of beleivers at work for a fellow brother in Christ through prayer. May He grant you the strenght and peace you need in all ways during this time... a brother in Christ, Rick.

Rick,

God bless you and your family in this time of trials! We love you and are praying for you!

In Christ,

The Cantrell's
Kyle and Amanda

Sit for a minute and feel God embracing us all. I have never felt so much love. Rick thank you for you. You are such an inspiration to us all.

Prays God!! I am praying for you as often as I think of you even in the middle of the night when I am up with my baby. As someone has said in another post---god is working through you more and more every day! I had no idea until now that I truely could pray, and know that God is listening. And this has opened more doors for me to prays God with others and talk about our God with those that are lost! So with Gods help keep up the fight we are with you all the way!

To Ricks Family you too are in my prayers, for the strength to old your heads high and praise the Lord in charge in all the trials you are given! Love always the BOBO family!

Rick, We have been attending MLC only a few months and we have never met, but through the Father we are brothers. We love you and care for you and you are in our constant prayers. We pray for recovery, for lower bilirubin counts and we pray for your family and the doctors and nurses that are caring for you. We pray that the Great Physician will intercede and bring you back to full health. Our prayers are with all of you. We look forward to seeing you back on stage at MLC using your gifts for God's glory.

HEY EVERYONE.
CARL AND I CANNOT STOP TALKING ABOUT YOU ALL. WE CAN'T GET YOU OFF OF OUR MINDS. IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO PLEASE LET US KNOW. IT IS HARD NOT TO COME SEE YOU ALL AND HUG YOUR NECKS JUST TO LET YOU KNOW YOUR NOT ALONE. WE LOVE YOU ALL AND PRAY FOR RICKY'S COMPLETE RECOVERY. WE KNOW GOD CAN DO AMAZING THINGS THRU THE HARDEST CIRCUMSTANCES. I'VE SEEN YOUR FAMILY FIGHT AND WIN MANY BATTLES SATAN HAS THROWN YOUR WAY, CONTINUE TO FIGHT AND REMEMBER YOU HAVE MANY STANDING WITH YOU.

Hi Rick: Our entire family has been praying for you several times a day. We talk to each other in the evenings and your update/status is always one topic of conversation with a request to continue praying for you. May God bless you with a miraculous recovery and testimony of His greatness. We're looking forward to seeing you back at MLC singing God's praises. Your entire family has been in our hearts and prayers.

Jerry and Angie Wilkes
Christopher Bangs
Laura Bangs

Rick – We have watched you growing up and have always been so impressed by your close walk with God. You have been such a good example to others through your daily life and willingness to serve. You have made such wonderful use of the gifts He has given you. We continue to pray for you throughout every day.

Elaine and Billy – I have always thought a lot of you two. Going way back to the Melaleuca days, I admired your character and honesty in everything. I can’t imagine what your days are like right now. With every prayer for Rick, there is also prayer for you to be strong and to have God’s peace and comfort through all of this.

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears and delivers them from all their troubles.” Psalm 34:17

Keep looking up.

Love you all,
Cheryl

Rick and Family,
My sweet daughter Kayleigh told me of you and your current situation. I fully expected to leave this website feeling depleted by such a sad story. But I am amazed once again by God's Glory. Though my heart aches for Rick and his family in their time of need, It is also full of Hope that we are truly witnessing a Miracle. The Miracle of God's Miraculous Healing Power! So many believers praying for such an amazing young man! It is said-For where two or three are gathered together in My name, there I am in the midst of them- Matthew 18:20 Think of all the people gathered togther reading your story and praying for your complete healing! How Glorious that day will be! What a wonderful testimony you will have! God Bless you with restored health, continuing strength and unimpededed Hope!

Rick & loved ones:
I continue to pray each day for your healing. So many people i have asked to pray check in with me daily, people that do not know you, but care enough to ask and pray. I pray for that day that i will see you again with your guitar and voice rejoicing the love of Christ. Maintain the faith!
Your sister in Christ,
Jane

Rick,

Hey there. So...you don't know me, but I attended Mountain Lake a bit while I was at NGCSU and enjoyed the worship there sooooo much. I have just graduated and moved to athens to be on staff with a college ministry. Just wanted you to know that my roommates and I prayed for you last night and will continue to pray for you (people that have never heard of you before now are praying for you!!..fun huh?). It is so obvious that God has done some amazing things through you already and that even through this experience people are coming to God daily in prayer for you...some of those people might have never come to God daily in prayer for anything ever...so be encouraged..because people are in conversations with God and drawing closer to Him because of you. And that is just so awesome!! :)
With peace in Him,
Julie Sigl

I don't know Rick personally, but I'm praying just the same. What a testimony that is being presented through these blogs. Our God is an Awesome God - - a God of miracles - a God of healing.
To Rick's family - may the Lord give you strength to keep on keeping on as the emotional pain is much worse on you at this time than Rick.
Carol Deweese (Cara Shroyer's mom)

Candi,
Lanny just called me from the Drive Conference at Northpoint. He told me that you came last night and sang "Sing to the King". He said it was the most powerful thing he's ever witnessed. Your strength and courage to be able to minister to others at this time serves as a great example to us all.

Peggy Donoho

I remember when my stepfather was in the hospital and his diagnosis was not good. I remember the irritating feeling when it seemed as if the doctors had "given up" on him. I told him time after time that I was not giving up on him. WE are not giving up on Rick. He's been talked about & prayed for relentlessly. I will continue to pray...I will not give up...GOD is good & he CAN perform miracles. God bless you.

Dear Mrs. Elaine, Mr. Billy, Candi, Haley, and Rick,
"Oh, praise Him all, His mighty works. There is no language where you can't be heard. Your song goes out to all the earth. Hallelujah..." I can still hear Candi, Haley and Ricky singing "Praise the King." And I still remember the answering machine message that you guys sang to..."There's no one here to answer the phone, so leave a message after the tone and we'll call back when we get home." Rick winning nationals for the song he wrote about and for Haley. The point to this walk down memory lane, is to say that all of you have made a lasting impression on my heart and in my life. Even today with all of its concerns and trials, you all are still revealing Godly faithfulness and strength, "Knowing that all things work for the good" and reminding all of us that God is still in control. Know that I am praying for you all and can't wait till I hear you all sing together again.

Shannon Hall

I thank God for pouring himself and his glory out in Rick's room and into Rick. He is suffcient for all needs through his son, Jesus Christ. Much love to the family.

Our daughter shared Rick's condition with us a few days ago and we have since been frequent visitors to this site. We have been blessed in incredible ways by praying for Rick and placing his need on our Church's prayer list and with other brothers and sisters in Christ. Rick's gifts of beautiful music and Spirit-filled worship were a blessing when visiting Mountain Lake several months ago. I know God has a special plan for this gifted servant.

Just wanted to check the webb site to see how you are. I continue to lift you up in prayer dailey. God Bless!!!!!!!!!!!!!

four is the score! we love you all and continue to pray for all of you.

Matt, Gina, and Abby

Rick, I am still praying for you.You are always in my thoughts.God will heal you and you will get
better.I got my mom and dad to pray for you too.
Just to let you know there is alot of people praying for you,ALOT.

Rick, get well soon,ALOT OF PEOPLE LOVE YOU.
YOU WILL GET BETTER SOON.GODS THERE FOR YOU EVERY DAY.

RICK, I HAVE WROTE TO YOU A COUPLE AND EVEN THOUGH I DO NOT KNOW YOU PERSONALY, WE ARE LIKE BROTHER AND SISTER.
(JOHN 3:15)(THAT WHOSOEVERBELIEVETH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE ETERNAL LIFE)
(JOHN 11:26)AND WHOSOEVER LIVETH AND BELIEVETH IN ME SHALL NEVER DIE.BELIEVETH THOU THIS?¿?¿)
I LOVE YOU LIKE A BROTHER.

hey rick!
i go to MLC and i have seen you preform many times, but we have never really met. i cant believe what awesome God given talent you have. i check this website at least a million times a day! you are always in my thoughts and prayers. i love you!!
rachel

I heard Rick Stanleys testemony in my home town on October 3rd 2005 and he touched my life I have Reconnected to God and hope to live with God I just wanted to say thanks to Rick!I have now re-dedicated my life for Jesus!thanks Rick!God bless you!

Danielle Jolly