shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
This is a picture that I took in Pigeon Forge this past Spring. To me, it speaks so much peace. I know in the midst of this mess we are going through that it doesn't make sense but I have so much peace. I am so thankful for that peace too. Don't get me wrong...there are times, however, for the most part I am just so positive that God is healing me and taking so much care of me that it is incredible.
I have to say that during the times of the chemo...not so much. It is so hard, but once it is over, I am able to live in that peace.
I still have to go back to some of the old songs that talk about peace.
Peace, peace, wonderful peace, coming down from the Father above. Sweep over my Spirit forever I pray in fathomless billows of love.
He is our Peace, that has broken down every wall. He is our Peace. He is our Peace.
He is our Peace, that has broken down every wall. He is our Peace. He is our Peace.
Cast all your cares on Him, for He careth for you. He is our Peace. He is our Peace.
Then there is the really old song that says that there will be Peace in the Valley...this is without a doubt the Valley....then comes the Peace.
I am sure that there are some of the newer songs that speak of Peace also, but I can't think of them right now.
Thank you Jesus for your Peace in my life.
If you happen to wonder what you can specifically pray for right now for me, I am having quite a bit of pain in my right side. I mentioned it to the doctor and he said it is because the tumors on the lungs have grown. Please pray with us that they will shrink again.
Actually a friend came in to my hospital room last week and was praying and she said that the Lord showed her the tumors everywhere become clear. Just clear. They were gone.
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"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful." John 14:27
He gives peace in the midst of the storm Arlene and He will also put us into some unlikely 'soil' to better grow us into His image and likeness. What has helped me deal with health issues I've had for so long is knowing that nothing comes to us but what the Father has allowed to touch us. We experience what I call "Father-filtered problems". He is the Author and the Finisher of our faith. He knows what is best for us and leads us accordingly. When we can't see the ending of a thing, we can rest in the assurance He does! I've been to places with my health where I truly thought I was going to die. The truth then hit me "And what if I do?? I am simply going Home!" That truth took so much pressure off of me that I believe it allowed me to rest easier and heal faster. I'll not go Home until the Father says "Come" and until then, I trust Him to order my steps and direct my path.
May He give you restful comfort this day and this evening and each day that's coming. May you find peace and joy unspeakable right where you are. May you sense the healing touch of Jesus and may all that you go through be for His glory and His honor.
We best show the unsaved who our Jesus is when we trust Him with our problems and our trials.
May God bless you & Barry with more and more and more of Him.
The picture is incredible, looks
like the area in Tennessee where I was born! Peace, like home, but
this is not our home.
Jesus went to prepare a better place, we will be at Peace forever!
What Louise said is absolutely what
we need to remember!
You are in my prayers, God is using
you and Barry for His glory! He is there in your midst, touching your body!
We sang " Power In The Blood" this
morning in church, WOW! There is
wonder working, power in the Precious Blood of the Lamb!!!
I Love You Both!
agreeing with you that those tumors are only here for a moment to usher in the glory of God's power as he reveals himself. i am so glad when you share specific details for us to take to Jesus. are your chemo days still on wednesdays? love to you guys. BY HIS STRIPES.
The peace that passes understanding is what he offers. Praying for peace and healing.
Sometimes the old songs are the ones that come to us in crisis, they are not so much focussed on us but on God.......PFY
Louise, thank you for your words of wisdom, as always. I appreciate them so much.
Trish, you are right, this is not our home, but I thought it was so peaceful even when I took the picture.
s - thanks for always being there for us. We so appreciate it. This week I will be admitted to the hospital on Thursday for the chemo. Dr. M said that it is just too strong for me to be an outpatient. He said that when I get so sick there is someone there to put something in the IV so it won't last too long.
Thanks SO much Mrs. Mac. You know I appreciate your prayers.
Rebecca, I am so thankful for you and your prayers and your words of wisdom. God Bless.
Those sweet songs of peace that stay in our memory - to be recalled every time we need them. I can't tell you how many times my spirit would sing a chorus about peace, and they minister to me every time.
That picture is so lovely - I am longing to go there, but because of caring for Mom it's not possible. Thank you for the "visit by picture". When I sing those sweet tunes - I will be singing for you...and praying.
hey there. praying.
Arlene, you are a very special lady , thank you !
huggs
jel
Dear Arlene,
Your courage, fortitude and faith is like a light-house for me. What a testimoney. May God bless and heal you. Praying for you.
Sending you a prayer request. Please pray for our church committee meeting on Sept. 21, when we will meet with the Pastors of the AG church to discuss business details about leasing our church hall to them. Pray that the Spirit of God may prevail.
Pat, we can't go either for a little while. Amber's doctor said it would be too soon, if the baby is born on or around her due date. I am not sure that I am up to 10 hours of driving right now either. Soon, soon, soon, I hope. Love you!
kay-mac, thank you SO much for your prayers. They mean so much to me. God bless!
Jel, thank you so much. YOU are a precious lady.
Amrita, I am sure what I am going through is nothing compared to what you live with everyday. I am so used to being spoiled and having pretty much anything I want and having everything I need, that it is an encouragement and a definite light to me. I will pray for your church meeting. Let me know how it goes. Love you lady!
love you so much!! We'll continue to pray!
Arlene...I continue to pray...
hugs and love
donna
I pray for you every morning!
God bless you,
Lil Pilgrim Pal
Dear Arlene...i hope that everything went well today for you...love Terry
stopping by to say hi,
and leave ya a hugg! :)
And so now - even though it is difficult, I am looking for a new update
as I read the last paragraph of your post --when your friend said that all the tumors were gone --I immediately felt God's presence. I'm believing that His presence is confirmation that He is finishing the work that He started!
Stomping on the enemy daily on your behalf!!
covering you witnthe blood of Jesus and praying a mantle of Christ 's healing upon you on sun Sept23
My precious friend! Praying and Praying, believing and believing, excited and excited to see what God is going to do for you! God is your lifeline...stay strong! You are so so strong! keep that!
hey gang!
tuesday update. arlene is back in the hospital this evening. a tumor has been found on her brain after she starting have some problems with her leg. she is hoping for radiation in the morning and then to come home tomorrow afternoon. if you'd like me to add you to my arlene's gang e mail list for updates, please leave your e mail address and i'd be happy to do so. in the meantime, keep praying! arlene sounds good and remains full of faith! on her behalf, thank you for your prayers.
Arlene, your 'PEACE' BLOG will be a classic. I love that little house picture, it is the epitome of the peace you write about.
I pray for you always, Jim
..
arlene's newest grandbaby, baby girl hudsyn arrived late friday evening!
....just got the update via Sara's email and am doing a DANCE of rejoicing here!!!
God is good!!
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