Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Faith and grace to face setbacks

God, You already know Ashley has received news today that her blood counts are not good enough to do chemotherapy on Monday. She's disappointed. We wanted no apparent set-backs, only full-steam ahead.

What do you think, God? Does this have to be bad? Medically, I guess it's not news we wanted to hear. But I'm asking you to make it all work together for good. Can you use this delay? Ashley really wants the tests on Monday to show improvement. Perhaps even to allow the chemotherapy to proceed.

God, I trust in the infinite wisdom of the Universe. Most of the time. Today, despite setbacks and bad news, help us to exercise faith. I know that Ashley's life is precious. I believe that her healing is a gift we are all receiving. Give her the reassurance and determination and strength she needs as this miracle unfolds. Bless her with rest and heal her body as she sleeps tonight. Bless her as she travels to Raleigh for treatment on Thursday. Bless Sunny and Al. May your Spirit of Healing and Love fill their home. Amen.

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