Jeremiah 29:11

As many of you know, this verse has had a special significance to Dad and many others as he began this journey.

New International Version (NIV)

¹¹ For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

The Message (MSG)

^10-11This is God's Word on the subject: "As soon as Babylon's seventy years are up and not a day before, I'll show up and take care of you as I promised and bring you back home. I know what I'm doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.

He knows what He is doing!  Wow!  Only God knew how much this verse would mean to our family at this time.  Knowing that He is in control and cares about every detail of our lives has brought on new significance to us.  I hope that this promise is an encouragement to you as well in whatever you may be facing.  God is able and knows whats best for us! 

At this moment Dad continues to be stable, yet critical.  They are trying to bring down the different medications that he is on to see how his body responds.  So far, so good.  His heart is weak, most likely due to the trauma he has experienced with the surgeries and transfusions.  We expect a more comprehensive update this afternoon, so we'll be sure to pass that on once we know.

Thanks again for standing (or kneeling is where I have been most recently) with us in prayer.

Trusting in Him,
David