"Though the fig free many not blossom, (we may be very ill)
Nor fruit may be on the vines; (no prosper of future job in sight)
Though the labor of the olive may fail, (no stable income)
and the fields yield no food; (pantry or refrigerator empty)
Though the flock may be cut from the fold, and there no herd in the stalls (no big meals with meat or desserts!)-
Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will Joy in the God of my salvation." Habakkuk 3: 17-19 (everything in between parenthesis has been added by my comments =)
How can you ever give thanks to God for all the wonderful things He does in our lives... I mess up every 10 seconds in my life, I sin against him in mind or actions all the time! and all I really want to do is glorify His name with everything I do, obey and be at his service... I guess He keeps reminding me that is only by his eternal love, mercy and grace that He loves me unconditionally and is the reason for me to receive so many blessings each day.
I have awesome news! I know you will rejoice and jump with me! ready?... I met with the chemotherapy lady doctor yesterday afternoon, she said that after radiation i am gonna need about a month to recover, particularly after the 2 last weeks of radiation that aim the target of my brain. She is gonna be seeing me before I leave Shands to follow up on the progress, blood count, etc. She also said that during my recovery is very likely to develop nausea, headaches, etc... but after that month of recovery they will be calling me and running test, etc to see how I am doing....that there is a possibility (depending on those test) that I may not need chemotherapy!!!! and if by any chance the board of doctors after seeing my test there is a need for Chemo, then it will be a light one, that they have now a medicine that crosses the brain barrier for my type of cancer, and that chemo may be done by mouth taking pills and once in a while maybe by IV, but she said it will be so mild that a port will not be needed.... I couldn't stop praising God at that moment, I am in tears now... I just can't believe it, this goes beyond of whatever I though before, I am so thankful to my Lord, there is a bible verse about king Saul that says he prayed for more, long life, and God granted him the desire of his heart.... I've been praying, and as long my life is to bring glory to his name, obey him and walk in His path, I want that gift of life, what a joy to live for him and receive this perfect, beautiful gift of life.
Well, as you can see I am overwhelmed with the good news... this weekend my family in Christ is bringing my Bethany, what a present! I can't wait to see her, last time I saw her was Christmas, what a medicine our kids can be to our souls and hearts =)
Blessings to you all, I love you and God willing I will see you soon!!! very soon!
Friday, January 21, 2011
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Praise Jesus! So good to hear. We'll keep praying and trusting Christ the Healer to bring about a full recovery! Great news Sophia!
ReplyDeleteWonderful, wonderful news!
ReplyDeletepatti
The Lord is listening to our prayers! Have a lovely time with Bethany!!
ReplyDeleteDear Sophia,
ReplyDeleteI have been reading though your trials and have not had an account too send you a message but will try to get an account. I sent you some cards before Christmas at your address in Panama City.
I will keep you in my prayers and you are very Brave and Strong to handle so many difficult situations.
I said prayers for you when I was in the Holy land. Is there a mailing address at the American Cancer Society Lodge that you can post.
I'd like to send you a small gift.
Brenda
Praise the Lord for His wonderful gift to you!!! I am rejoicing with you! Sorry I didn't get to come with Kathy, Teresa, and Bethany. I had a feeling you wouldn't miss me much this trip ... with Bethany coming! lol I know that Bethany is like medicine to your soul. It must be soo hard to be away from her ... bless your heart and hers too! We miss you here and pray you come home soon! Love you Ms Sofia!!! Hugs to you! Myra :o)
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