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September 07, 2005

new information and new prayers...

Our friends,

First of all, to those of you who have asked about our Granny Myrl, she is stable and cognitively responding, recognizing everyone. She is also able to move all of her limbs. She is sleeping under anti-nausea medication right now, but everything looks good, praise God!

Rick's doctor has just spoken with us, and we have many things to share with you so that you can continue to boldly go before the Throne of God. Rick had many scans yesterday, and his doctor has informed us of these results.

First of all, his bilirubin and other liver enzymes are still way out of whack. His bili is back up to 30 today, and they still aren't sure what this is. This is not their main concern, but it does remain a concern!

Secondly, it looks like he might have a small, slight pneumonia in his right lung, and the doctor thinks this may be contributing to a persistent fever (I think it's low grade, but persistent nonetheless!) that he is having.

This brings us to the third point. The fever could also be caused because his brain isn't functioning, telling fevers to be or not be. The scans revealed nothing new, good or bad, of Rick's brain.

The last bit of information is that his blood counts have started showing improvement, which is good! Because of this, the doctor wants to do a bone marrow biopsy on Monday or Tuesday to test for leukemia. WE DO NOT WANT THEM TO FIND LEUKEMIA!! If the test shows that there is a presence of leukemia, they will then stop giving him blood cultures and antibiotics... more or less just waiting for him to die! If they do not find leukemia, they still don't have much to offer, except just to wait and see.

All in all, we are still in the same boat... GOD HAS TO DO A MIRACLE. I must tell you that after this meeting with the doctor, we all looked around at each other and said collectively that this was the best meeting with a doctor thus far! Strange, considering he offered little in the way of hope. However, he did say all of these things, adding the clause "outside of a miracle". This excites us because none of the doctors have been willing to even acknowledge that such a thing can happen!

Meanwhile, Rick continues to rest in a deep sleep... one of the mercies God has allowed us, knowing he isn't hurting or frightened right now. We are faced with constantly renewing our minds and taking every thought captive to make it obedient to Christ. But God is faithful. We are resolute in our hope. The enemy must feel foolish right now!

Thank you for the prayers I know you will so faithfully offer up. We are trusting fully in the perfect will of God and the Kingdom impact this will have!

His.
Candi

Posted by Rick at September 7, 2005 12:58 PM

Comments

With great hope and love from above. God is our only answer. Praise him. To all of you, I am praying and thinking of you all often.

Posted by: Tiffany at September 7, 2005 01:39 PM

i just wanted to let ya'll know that my old testament class in missouri at hannibal lagrange college prayed for rick this morning and my dorm hall is praying for him too. thank you for your amazing faith it has inspired me so much.

Posted by: jenny at September 7, 2005 01:43 PM

Rick and Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God continues to lift you up through his word through these trying times.

God Bless you all,

Amy

Posted by: Amy Gibson at September 7, 2005 01:57 PM

Your comments on Rick's condition have touched me deeply. He and your whole family are in my prayers.

Posted by: Tammy at September 7, 2005 02:05 PM

Praying for a miracle and for God to show His glory.

Posted by: Robin Cochran at September 7, 2005 02:05 PM

I am praying for all of you constantly. In the midst of this great tragedy the Lord is uniting His people under one cause and I am thankful for the way that many have drawn closer to the Lord through Rick.
Thank you all for you steadfast and unwavering faith in our Lord Jesus, who can do all things and works all things for the good of His name!

Posted by: Jenny Anderson at September 7, 2005 02:32 PM

My heart is so heavy right now, it feels like it's going to fall out of my chest, into my stomach, and onto the floor. God is placing such a huge burden of prayer on me. And I'm sure all of our hearts are equally as heavy. We will be faithful in praying for NOT ONE TRACE of Leukemia! God is still faithful in the ups and downs of life. Ever present. Ever loving.
Candi, thank you for providing such detailed prayer requests, so we can ask God specifically for these things. Thank you for communicating your hearts through these postings. Know that we are alongside of you praying faithfully. Be encouraged.

Posted by: Leighton Ching at September 7, 2005 02:34 PM

HAH! WE FOUND A FREE COMPUTER IN THE LOBBY OF OUR HOTEL HERE IN FLORIDA! WE ARE SO HOPEFUL TO HEAR THE RESULTS OF THE LEUKEMIA...PLEASE,GOD LET IT NOT BE THERE...WE ARE STILL PRAYING FOR YOU ALL AND THINKING OF YOU. SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR GREAT-GRANDMA. WE'LL PRAY FOR HER AS WELL...YOU ARE DUE FOR SOME MUCH CALMER TIMES AND I AM REALLY PRAYING FOR THAT...I KNOW GOD IS HOLDING YOU AND STRENGTHENING ALL OF YOU THROUGH THIS...I LOVE IT THAT IT DRAWS YOU CLOSER TO GOD INSTEAD OF PULLING YOU APART THE WAY SATAN WANTS...YOU ARE SUCH AN AWESOME EXAMPLE OF WHAT A FAMILY SHOULD DO AT A TIME LIKE THIS...WE ALL BELONG TO GOD AND WE CAN SEE THAT EACH DAY WE HAVE TOGETHER IS SUCH A PRECIOUS GIFT TO BE GRATEFUL FOR......FATHER GOD,PLEASE SHOW YOUR POWER AND FAVOR TO RICK AND HIS FAMILY,PLEASE GRANT COMPLETE HEALING OVER RICK AND LET US ALWAYS STAY CLOSE TO YOU...YOU ARE GLORIOUS AND WE LOVE YOU ALL OF OUR DAYS,THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND ARE ABOUT TO DO,IN CHRIST'S NAME WE PRAY IN UNITY WITH ALL THE SAINTS,AMEN!
WE'RE STILL PRAYING FIRM WITH YOU ALL AS IF WE WERE JUST STANDING IN A HUGE CIRCLE HOLDING HANDS WITH YOU AROUND HIS THRONE,
CHRIS AND JENNIFER

Posted by: THE FORTES at September 7, 2005 02:42 PM

Hi, Rick and Family

My Family and I are still praying for you daily and I know in my heart that Our Father will perform a might MIRACLE for Rick.

Love in Christ:

Turrena Green and Family

Posted by: Turrena Green & Family at September 7, 2005 02:43 PM

Encouraging words you have given all of us. We will continue to pray, pray, pray.

"My Father's At The Helm"

The curling waves, with awful roar, a little bark
assailed,
And pallid Fears distracting power o'er all on
board prevailed--
Save one, the captain's darling child, who
fearless, viewed the storm,
And, cheerful, with composure smiled at danger's
threatening form.

"And can you smile," a seaman cried, "while
terrors overwhelm?"
"Why should I fear," the boy replied; "my father's
at the helm!"
So when our worldly hopes are reft, our earthly
comforts gone,
We still have one sure anchor left--God helps,
and He alone.

He to our prayers will lend his ear, he gives our
pangs relief;
He turns to smiles each trembling fear, to joy
each torturing grief.
Then turn to him, mid terrors wild, when wants and
woes o'erwhelm,
Remembering, like the fearless child, our Father's
at the helm!

unknown

Posted by: Chris Z at September 7, 2005 02:48 PM

This morning I spoke to hundreds of middle and high school students in north Atlanta about what faith is and is not. In the middle of my talk, I had to stop and get control, because I realized that walking with you all from a great distance (because Shannon scares me) through this has taught me more about how to pray, how not to pray, how to trust, what to trust in, where my trust lies, and Who is trustworthy more than any lesson I can remember. I am extremely humbled and awkward in knowing that, in His great sovereignty, God could and would use Rick's suffering for my heart's sake and your's. That thought takes me to the Cross. And there I lose all sense of fairness. I find love. And I breathe it deep for you all as well. Thanks for allowing us all the honor of experiencing glory like this...

Rick: Fight hard. Rest easy.

Posted by: Stuart Hall at September 7, 2005 02:48 PM

My prayer since Sunday has been for God to give these doctors wisdom and for the doctors to ask God for help. The doctors need to believe that God will and can help them. I have asked God to work through these doctors hands.


I pray for your strength, family of Rick. I love the faithfullness that you show through each post. You have taught every one of us something with each one. Please keep it up.

Dear God, please give this family the strength they need to continue lifting Rick up to you. Please work through these doctors and perform that miracle we are all waiting on. We love you and trust you. AMEN

I love and pray for each of you, Robin Smith
Mountain Lake Church

Posted by: Butch, Robin, Eric and Kristina Smith at September 7, 2005 02:52 PM

Just wanted to let you know that you are still in our prayers. Praise God that you have someone who believes in the miracles our Father in Heaven can and does perform. All of you are such a testament to the awesome power of prayer. You are such an example of Christ to those around you. Praise God for that alone. God is merciful. God is gracious. God is love. He is all powerful all knowing. He will pull all of you through this time, Rick most of all. We are all laying claim to that. Satan has no victory here.

"I can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens me!" Phillipians 4:13
"So don't worry, because I am with you. Don't be afraid, because I am your God. I will make you strongand will help you; I will support you with my right hand that saves you." Isaiah 41:10(NCV)
"I look up to the hills, but where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth." Psalm 121: 1-2(NCV)
"So he is able always to save those who come to God through him because he always lives, asking God to help them." Hebrews 7:25(NCV)
"May the Lord answer you in times of trouble. May the God of Jacob protect you. May he send you help from his Temple and support you from Mount Zion." Psalm 20:1-2(NCV)
"I was in trouble, so I called to the Lord. The Lord answered me and set me free. I will not be afraid, because the Lord is with me. People can't do anything to me. The Lord is with me to help me, so I will see my enemies defeated. It is better to trust the Lord than to trust people. It is better to trust the Lord than to trust princes." Psalm 118: 5-9 (NCV)
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is the Father who is full of mercy and all comfort. He comforts us every time we have trouble, so when others have trouble, we can comfort them with the same comfort God gives us." 2 Corinthians 1: 3-4 (NCV)

Continue finding your strength and comfort in our Lord. He will sustain you through all time.
God Bless You,
Alicea Goddard

Posted by: alicea at September 7, 2005 02:53 PM

Amen, Stuart, Amen

Posted by: Donna Shelton at September 7, 2005 02:54 PM

Our family continues to pray for yours. My parents and sister in NJ have been praying and checking the website often. I just told them the story and sent them to the website to put a face with a name. My sister said that Rick and Suzanne and the family are brought to her mind many times everyday. (She has never even met Rick) Our Father, healer, love is awesome! We will continue to pray. Even Toryn (2) when we ask who do you want to pray for at bedtime says " For Rick to feel better soon." May you be surrounded by his angels! On our knees.
Jen and Mike Tamborello

Posted by: Mike and Jen Tamborello at September 7, 2005 03:01 PM

I work in a church. It is Wednesday afternoon and I have just gotten out of a LONG meeting. And as many others who are in church ministry are doing, I am beginning to frantically get ready for Wednesday night activities.

I hope this next comment does not sound strange. But before I could focus on tonight, I knew I needed to come on the site one more time today and see if there was an update on Rick and your family. I am finding a strength through knowing that so many fellow believers are interceding on Rick's behalf and that we are not letting up.

Keep fighting the fight. You are not alone! You are continually be lifted up to THE great physician!

Posted by: Jan at September 7, 2005 03:07 PM

You continue to remain in the thoughts and prayers of the beautiful body of Christ. During times like these our dependence on one another is only (and significantly!) surpassed by our utter dependence on the Lord.

"May the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to Him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen" Hebrews 13:21-22

Posted by: deonna at September 7, 2005 03:17 PM

It is so comforting to hear that Rick said, "If I get well I win, and if I don't I win.

Praying for you,
Anna

Posted by: Anna Norton at September 7, 2005 03:29 PM

I have read this site for weeks and have often felt a "nudge" to respond to the countless "your prayers and encouragement mean so much to the family" but I have hesitated. I have hesitated because neither myself nor my husband know Rick, Candi, or anyone else in their family. Today, I have realized it is not about me at all, it is about GOD and the wonderful work He is doing through Rick and his family. I heard about Rick's condition via an instant message that my husband received several weeks ago. The instant message was simple: "Do you know Rick Pearson?" "He is Candi's brother - from NPCC - that sings so well" "He found out he has leukemia and is not doing well so there have been mass e-mails going around asking for prayer for him, will you pray for him?" Instantly, I prayed for Rick - I wasn't certain of his name but I knew his sister's name very well from NPCC as my husband and I LOVED hearing her sing there. I remember the first time I saw Rick sing there. His talent was very evident and he had a resemblance to Candi that wasn't going to go unnoticed by me. So I leaned over and told my husband - "I bet he is Candi's brother; he sings awesome like her and they look alike". That is my knowledge of the Pearsons - nothing personal but oh, how they (and Jonathan) have touched our hearts with their GOD-given talent and their devoted praise and worship to Him. Since that instant message weeks ago my husband and I have faithfully prayed for Rick and his family multiple times a day, ALL day, every day. I am constantly looking for updates so that I can specifically pray for Rick. We have both talked about how amazing it is that a guy we have never met has brought us to our knees in prayer more over the past 3 weeks than anything else in our lives ever has. I have no idea what GOD has planned for Rick's future or the "why" behind all of this, but I know how much a guy I have never met has drawn me, and countless others, to the LORD in prayer - that is a true testament to who Rick is in Christ. I am amazed at the strength and faith the family has expressed through their postings; what an incredible witness for us all. Thank you. You can count on my husband and I to continue to pray specifically for all of you!!!

Posted by: Chris & Katrina at September 7, 2005 03:48 PM

Your most recent posting filled me with hope and I know, as I listened to Ricky's incredible singing on the song you have posted, that our continued prayers WILL be answered.
Still praying in Century, Byrneville, and East Brewton.

Marina

Posted by: Marina Chancery at September 7, 2005 04:00 PM

Still continuing to pray for a miracle. Hold on to His hand, He's taking care of everything.

Posted by: Judy Lucas at September 7, 2005 04:00 PM

Rick and Family-
How do I even begin? I haven't posted in several days because I've been trying to take all of this in and just read others that have been posting. Elaine, I have to tell you how right you are about Rick. I have grown so much over these last several weeks, and I just want you all to know that. I have always been so good at prayer, and believed in the power of it, but I have always seemed to struggle with quiet times. This situation has brought me back to that place again. Everyday I am thankful that I can open this website and see what people have posted with scripture, etc. I have been so moved by all of this. I have been on my knees so much during this time. I have spent many nights awake thinking of all of you and spending much time in prayer. I have experienced worship like never before. I lead children in worship every single week and I've always learned so much, but always wished that I could worship as they do. There is nothing like it. This situation has brought me to that. I want nothing more than to worship our Father during this time. Whenever I'm in my car, at work, at home, it doesn't matter songs are constantly on my mind, and I just find myself giving constant praise to my Father. I think I finally know what it means to have "faith like a child." My dad was really sick back in 99' and the doctors told my family there was nothing to do, and that he wouldn't live. He was in complete kidney failure, and was not expected to come back. I fell face on the ground and with many friends in prayer my dad was completely healed, and he's got two fully functioning kidneys. Our God is AMAZING! Elaine, I want to thank you for raising two of the most amazing Godly people I know! I am blessed to be able to say that I know both of them, and have been given the opportunity to hang out with them and to experience the talent in which they have! I pray that God will lay His hand over Rick and fully restore him. I pray that the Leukemia will be gone when they run more tests! I also want to let you guys know that no matter what I will never forget the experience I had giving platelets. It was the most incredible thing that I think I've ever done. God is all over this! Just walking into that place I knew that! Rick is just touching so many people's lives and that is so wonderful! Thank you all for the posts on this blog! They have been such a great thing to be able to read during this time! Candi- Your faith and words have been so incredible! I am so blessed to know you! You keep staying strong! Rick is so blessed to have you all there with him. God made sure to place the most incredible people around him for this time: Lanny Donoho?? My goodness he is one of the most incredible people I have ever gotten the chance to spend time with. I'm so glad God has put him in a place to be close to you guys during this time. Jonathan, you as well! I still think about our trip out to One Day! WOW! That is a time that I will never forget! I'm so thankful that I got to ride out there with you and that you were able to teach me more about my relationship with God! Thank you!! Jeffrey B. and Shannon- I am so thankful that you guys have been able to be there for this family during this time! I am so blessed to know the both of you. I continue in praying for you guys and for little Maggie! I'm just so glad that all of you can be there for Rick, and just know that I am on my knees in constant prayer, crying as well, but I do know that our Heavenly Father is getting so much Glory through all of this, and I can rest knowing that! I love you all!! Rick keep fighting!! We're not giving up!! Blessed be the name of the Lord! Blessed be the name! Blessed be the name of the Lord! Blessed be your GLORIOUS NAME!!

God Bless-
Heather

Posted by: Heather Drake at September 7, 2005 04:12 PM

Every day I am blown away as I read these posts. The deep and abiding faith in God that is articulated brings tears to my eyes. But they are tears of joy as the emotions conveyed here have revealed to me so much about the God we all love and adore. Thank you for being willing to share this season with us. Reading the posts and lifting up the prayers requested here have become a beautifully anticipated part of my day. God IS being glorified magnificently here!! In His Love, Angie

Posted by: Angie at September 7, 2005 04:15 PM

Rick and Family,
I want to say today that each and every one of you continue to touch my life in many ways. Scott Ard has told me so much about each one of you and how caring and loving and compassionate you all are! Keep standing strong in your faith and I know God will see to it that ya'll are taken care of! Still in my daily thoughts and prayers!
I am amazed at the number of people, old and young, who never cease praying for sweet Rick and his family!

Posted by: Friend at September 7, 2005 04:16 PM

Someone showed this to me today and I began to cry. It sums up how I think a lot of us are feeling. My prayers are very much with you dear family. I know that you know this, but we are fighting along side you every step of the way.

Cry Out To Jesus
Words by Mac Powell / Music by Third Day

To everyone who's lost someone they love
Long before it was their time
You feel like the days you had were not enough
when you said goodbye

And to all of the people with burdens and pains
Keeping you back from your life
You believe that there's nothing and there is no one
Who can make it right

There is hope for the helpless
Rest for the weary
Love for the broken heart
There is grace and forgiveness
Mercy and healing
He'll meet you wherever you are
Cry out to Jesus, Cry out to Jesus

For the marriage that's struggling just to hang on
They lost all of their faith in love
They've done all they can to make it right again
Still it's not enough

For the ones who can't break the addictions and chains
You try to give up but you come back again
Just remember that you're not alone in your shame
And your suffering

When your lonely
And it feels like the whole world is falling on you
You just reach out, you just cry out to Jesus
Cry to Jesus

To the widow who struggles with being alone
Wiping the tears from her eyes
For the children around the world without a home
Say a prayer tonight


Cry out to Jesus! That is what we are all doing. Crying out to Jesus.
~april

Posted by: April Pearson at September 7, 2005 04:38 PM

I dont understand the "why's" either. I too must keep each thought captive and make it obedient to Christ. I was not a Christian before this all started, i attended MLC regularly and was in search of answers. I have learned so much over these past few weeks, about faith, love, steadfastness, prayer, unity and Christ. I too am humbled that God would use Rick to reach me. Last Sunday I finally checked the box that says "Today I asked Christ to come into my life, i want to be baptized". Shawn said God was going to do great things in my life, but he already has, in so many ways, one of which is to be priviledged to be a part of this incredible body. Thank you for sharing all of this with us, letting us be part of your family, allowing us to be privy to all the details so we may join you in specific prayer. May God wrap His arms around you and hold you close, give you strength, hope and all His love. I will be praying.
Danielle

Posted by: danielle at September 7, 2005 05:29 PM

Rick, that song is amazing. i listened to it over and over and it made me cry everytime. You are so amazing. I love you and i am praying for you every chance i get, which is a lot.
God Bless.

Jennifer. oh yes congradulations on the engagment. (sp??)

Posted by: Jennifer Redding at September 7, 2005 05:35 PM

We are with you. Thanks so much for keeping us informed, we need to know what to pray about. I listened to Rick sing again, we would love to be able listen to any thing someone may have of him. There is such a feeling of peace in his voice. I am so happy to know that God is ministering to all of you. Our prayers are being answered. I can see the Lord bending down to hear us. Love to all of you. Tell Rick Susan and Melton love him. Susan and Melton Bethea

Posted by: Susan Bethea at September 7, 2005 05:41 PM

I do have to say that I agree with so many people on this website that I beleive that God is impacting the kingdom. Can i ask a question Candi, have you seen anyone in the city these past few weeks come to know God or any neat stories of hope that have been created in the lives of those who don't know our God. Let me know, i'd love to hear those as so many others would I am sure.

I think that this song that Rick is singing is very suitable for this situation.

I think its amazing how many people have been united from this situation. Can I just tell you that I love the body of Christ. I am humbled by the network which has been created around Candi, Jonathan, Suzanne, Rick and so many others. I am blessed to be so far away and experience this.

I also agree, my heart is so heavy these days. i feel peace but at the same time urgency. I am praying for God to do a miracle. I want nothing but that. I hate to hear news like this from the doctors. I hate to hear negative things. I just want Rick to sit up in bed right now, wake up and live...I want him to become fully alive again and experience God. I only pray that this is the will of our father. I was talking with God today and it just doesn't make sense for it not to be. Does that make sense to everyone else? I can't imagine God receiving more glory that to heal Rick and have him come back to us fully alive, then again I am not God and don't always understand his ways. I do know this, he's a God who seeks pleasure and pursues humanity for his and our utmost Good. Take hold of this body of Christ. He will not fail us...I love you all

Posted by: Laura Gregg at September 7, 2005 05:48 PM

i know god is with all of you. thankyou for keeping up with this in such a hard time. my heart and prayers go out to you all and exp. rick. we miss you!

Posted by: Jessica at September 7, 2005 06:09 PM


of course my family,friends,youth group && cheerleading sqaud continue to pray.

love;;;;

Posted by: someone at September 7, 2005 06:12 PM

I have so much faith that all of a sudden Rick can open his eyes and smile and say hello to the world again, I really believe this because I believe my Redeemer lives and He is still at work sitting on His throne. That would be so beautiful, even if it is little by little, or all at once, there is nothing too big for our God. I wonder what Rick can see while he is resting there in his hospital bed...maybe talking to the Lord, watching angels at work? I bet Rick can hear his family and friends talking to him, loving him, and he is happy to know he is so loved!!!
Suzanne, I saw you in church this past Sunday and I thought you were a beautiful warrior! You showed so much strength during prayer time, God has plans for you, very special plans. Trust in Him, don't give up!!! I know I'm not and you have a large family all over the USA interceding for Rick with you.

Posted by: Ruthie Baumann at September 7, 2005 06:19 PM

Everytime I read your postings I think back to when we first received news about Bryant's variuos conditions that God has since taken care of. (I told Bryant's story a day or two ago)...anyway I feel your pain, relief, hurt, I just feel your emotions. Even with this posting, I was once there. One of Bryant's doctors also knew that GOd was his only hope!

As she gave us the grim story of his chance to live a full functioning life was little to none...she first metioned that she had seen God's miricles of healing before and although she was giving us little hope that she wanted us to rely on God for our true direction.

It was at that moment that I stopped listening to what the doctors thought and put my complete faith in the Lord that he would change all of the results of the tests. Yes God has and continues to make great changes in Bryant's life on His time, but He has always given us comfort.

We have stayed strong in our belief that Bryant will be healed completely!

Family- I'm believing with you that God has the same thing in mind for Rick. Rick will come out of this and the docotrs will be amazed! We will all be greatful when this day arives for Rick!

I'm praying and believing with each of you!

Posted by: Tracey White McDonald at September 7, 2005 06:29 PM

I am so inspired by you all. You have ministered to me. I am honored and humbled to pray for you all. Looking forward to a Pearson ministry tour when Rick is back on his feet again. :-)

Father God, please heal Rick and provide stamina and peace for his family. And please continue to burden the hearts of the medical staff to continue to give 100%. Thank you for being a God that cares.

Posted by: Jim D. at September 7, 2005 06:35 PM

Mark 9:23 - "And Jesus said to him[a man asking if Jesus can help his son], '....All things are possible to him who believes.'"

Jesus didn't say "a few things are possible; or that if it makes sense it is possible; or even most things are possible." He said ALL things are possible. That verse gives me a great deal of peace today and I wanted to share it.

Love to all of you. I remain in prayer for the specific things you mentioned regarding Rick's physical condition and for those of you closest to him. Glad to hear about your Granny Myrl! I pray that Maggie is still on the upswing too! God is so good!

In Him,
Pam

P.S. I love it that Rick says that no matter how this all turns out he wins. He's right. Those that know Jesus CAN'T lose!

Posted by: Pam Majerus at September 7, 2005 06:37 PM

I may not post everyday, but rest assured Rick,
you and your family, loved ones, and doctors are in the forefront of my prayers.
Praying you will join us Fri. at your concert.

Thank You, Daddy, for blessing the family with
the sweet sleep of Your Dear Son, Jesus The Christ. Thank You for bringing all of Ricks numbers to where they should be. Thank You for
positive reports on all tests. Thank You Daddy for we are all coming boldly before Your Throne
of Grace asking and believing for Your Holy Touch upon Rick's mind and body. We thank you now, for what we do not yet see, knowing You love Rick so much more than we can imagine.
In Jesus' Name, Amen.

All honor and praise to You, Jesus!

InHisLove,
Mary NPCC

Posted by: John & Mary at September 7, 2005 06:43 PM

I offer up tearful prayers to our Lord concerning you all. Though in my own heart I do not understand, I can do nothing other than praise him. For how could there be comfort without suffering? How can there be mercy without need? He has such a deep and endless abundance of grace that He is giving you access to. Everyday is present to our God. He doesn't just know the future, he is there already waiting for us to come. In my home we pray for you and our hope is thankfully anchored in Christ and it chall never be moved.

Eric

Posted by: Eric Mabbott at September 7, 2005 06:58 PM

I cannot tell you how many times a day I read this site. I do not personally know Rick; I have only been blessed numerous times by his voice as well as Candi's at NPCC. I have felt the Spirit of God speak to me, through their beautiful voices, on many occasions. I do know, however, that we are all sisters and brothers in Christ, fervently interceding for our brother. All I can say is "thank you"; thanks for your love and faith in our Creator. By reading these posts I am encouraged to pray all the more and love God more fully. Amazing how the love of God draws strangers close together. Know that you are in my family's thoughts and prayers (even the bedtime prayer of my 4 year-old son). Like many others, I have passed this urgent prayer request on to all my family and friends. As a mother and sister my heart breaks for you. As a sister in Christ, I rejoice with you. We know who holds the VICTORY! May God continue to prove Himself faithful to you all. Thank you for your incredible testimony. Know that because of you, my relationship with Christ is stronger.
"Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.." Psalm 37:7

In Him,
Tina

Posted by: Tina at September 7, 2005 07:22 PM

Granny was resting comfortably when we left the hospital today. The family members present today were all grateful to be together even under these circumstances. We were saddened knowing your family was unable to be present. You are all in our prayers daily. We want you to know how much we love you all! Love, Jackie & Tommy; Amanda and Adam; Andrea, Jonathan, and baby "Eli"

Posted by: Jackie Steadham/Amanda Manning at September 7, 2005 07:35 PM

Too late have I loved you, O Beauty so ancient and so new, too late have I loved you! Behold, you were within me, while I was outside: it was there that I sought you, and, a deformed creature, rushed headlong upon these things of beauty which you have made. You were with me, but I was not with you. They kept me far from you, those fair things which, if they were not in you, would not exist at all. You have called to me and have cried out, and have shattered my deafness. You have blazed forth with light, and have shone upon me, and you have put my blindness to flight! You have sent forth fragrance, and I have drawn in my breath, and I pant after you, and I hunger and thirst after you. You have touched me and I have burned for your peace.

~St. Augustine

Posted by: Eric Mabbott at September 7, 2005 07:51 PM

Rick,
Rest Well and fight hard! I just put my boys to bed and while we said our prayers my three year old said "please make Mr. Rick feel better" That is my prayer too! We love you and pray that they find 0 leukemia next week and and the healing will begin soon. You are right Rick that no matter how it turns out you win, but we need you here!
Candi,
Thank you for your posts and keeping us informed in this very difficult time. The entire family has inspired me with the strength you have. I long to be a better, stronger Christian as all of you are!
PS:
Suzzane, that was a wonderful prayer on Sunday.
Barbie you too have a beautiful child both outside as we can all see by looking at her, but also inside as she has shown us throught this trial.
Love in Christ,
Kim

Posted by: Kim Mathews at September 7, 2005 08:00 PM

We are praying for you all, our schools are praying for you all, and our churches are praying for you all. We know that God is in control.

Posted by: Glynn and Jeanette at September 7, 2005 08:56 PM

Dearest brother Rick, my name is John and I received word of the situation you have and am keeping you and yours in my prayers; and being I myself am quadreplegic (58)years old, saved since 1996. I have your hand waving picture at me on my computer "19" screen desktop background. I got it off your website. I greet you and pray for you. Be strong be bleessed be healed by His stripes, in Jesus' Name.

Healing Prayer

I, Satan, I speak to you in the Name of Jesus and say that your principalities, powers, your

spirits who rule the present darkness, and your spiritual wickedness

in heavenly places are

bound from operating against me in any way. I AM the property of Almighty God, and I give you no

place in me. I dwell in the secret place of the most High God. I abide, remain stable and fixed

under the shadow of the Almighty, Whose power no foe can withstand.

I Now, Father, because I reverence and worship You, I have the assurance of Your Word that the

angel of the Lord encamps around about me and delivers me from every evil work. No evil shall

befall me, no plague or calamity shall come near my dwelling. I confess the Word of God abides

in me and delivers to me perfect soundness of mind and wholeness in

body and spirit from the

deepest parts of my nature in my immortal spirit even to the joints

and marrow of my bones. That Word is medication and life to my flesh, for the law of the Spirit

of life operates in me and

makes me free from the law of sin and death.

I have on the whole armor of God, and the shield of faith protects me from all the fiery darts

of the wicked. Jesus is the high Priest of my confession, and I hold fast to my confession of

faith in Your Word. I stand immovable and fixed in full assurance that I have health and healing

NOW in the Name of Jesus.

Once this has been prayed, thank the Father that Satan is bound and

continue to confess this

healing and thank God for it.

Isaiah 55:11

Hebrews 4:12,14

1 Peter 2:24

Proverbs 4:22

Matthew 8:17

Romans 8:2

Galations 3:13

Ephesians 6:11,16

James 4:7

Ephesians 6:12

2 Corinthians 10:4

Psalm 91:1, 10

Psalm 34:7

2 Timothy 1:7

Posted by: John at September 7, 2005 09:24 PM

All of you are a perfect example of the body of Christ. Thank you for your continued faith and strength in our Lord Jesus Christ. I do believe God in His promises, and I pray everyday for the restoration of Rick and for all of you holding on to what we know God promises He can do.
Praises be to you Heavenly Father for your magnificense and glory! Thank you Father God for this precious family, who has been an extreme example of how to glorify You during those trials and valleys in our life. Thank you Jesus that you NEVER take your hands off them. Your love is never ceasing. Thank you Jesus.
With continual prayer for all of you.
In His Love,
Mindi

Posted by: Mindi at September 8, 2005 12:47 AM

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