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2/20

Heavenly Father I lift up a baby to you in prayer. He is only fourteen months old and has been diagnosed with a tumor in his head, the tumor is the size of an egg. Lord I ask that you wrap this precious baby in your arms of love. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort him and remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that he be a testimony to his doctor, and loved ones of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I pray that this time of sadness will turn into a time of joy, a time of celebration for the healing of this little one. I pray that all glory, praise and honor be given unto you. I pray that this precious child will grow up to share his testimony of healing with others. I ask that you give comfort to his parents and draw each one close to you. I ask for a miracle. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 Update 3/8/05
THE BABY I WAS ASKING PRAYER FOR AND STILL NEEDS OUR PRAYER IS HOME. THE DOCTOR COULD NOT GET ALL OF THE CANCER OUT OF HIS LITTLE HEAD. HE IS IN GODS HANDS NOW. I KNOW GOD CAN HEAL HIM. HE KNOWS  THE RIGHT THING TO DO. THANK YOU FOR THE PRAYERS, BELLE

 

2/19

Heavenly Father I lift up Cheryl Owen to you in prayer. When in route to see her mother Linda who was suffering from cancer she received a phone call that she had died.  Lord I ask that you wrap Cheryl and her family in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort them. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask that you keep forever fresh the memories of Linda within their hearts until they meet with her again. I ask that you give the family strength to get through this difficult time. I pray that the Good News Of Christ will be spoken at the funeral. I ask that you open the hearts of the unsaved to feel your wonderful love. I pray for salvation. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

2/17

Heavenly Father I lift up Sharon to you in prayer. She has a mole on her arm and she is scheduled to have a biopsy on it today. Lord I ask that you wrap Sharon in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf and I ask that you comfort her as she awaits the biopsy results, I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given, no cancer found. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen
Update 11/01/06

 Biopsy was negative. Praise the Lord! Thank you for your prayers.
In Christ Love, Charlotte

2/14

Heavenly Father I lift up Virginia to you in prayer. She has had shingles for the past two weeks. She is in agony and the doctor can't seem to find anything to ease her pain. Lord I ask that you wrap Virginia in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove the pain, burning, itching and discomfort that she is going through. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf and I ask that you bring her through this illness free from complications, completely healed. I ask for a speedy recovery. Her daughter has told her over the years of Jesus and His love for us, she has told her the way to salvation but she has not yet accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. I ask that you open her eyes to see, open her ears to hear and open her heart to feel your wonderful love. I pray for salvation. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

Heavenly Father I lift up William to you in prayer. He is four weeks old and has been diagnosed with Meningitis. He had a spinal tap yesterday to see if its Spinal Meningitis which would mean immediate quarantine. Lord I ask that you wrap this precious little baby in your arms of love. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort him and remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf and I ask that you brig him through this illness, free from complications, completely healed. I pray that he will be a testimony to his parents who have not accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. I pray that they will see that there is power in prayer. I ask that you open their hearts to feel your wonderful love. I pray for salvation. I pray that they will give all praise unto you Lord for the healing of their baby. I pray that William will grow up in a Christian family and that when he is old enough they will have a testimony to tell him of his healing and of their coming to accept Jesus. I ask these things in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

2/8

Heavenly Father I lift up Stephanie Ricotta to you in prayer. She is eleven years old and she is scheduled to have a kidney removed on February 10.  Lord I ask that you wrap Stephanie in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that she may be having. I ask that you remove any fear that she may be having and replace it with peace and calmness. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you guide the surgeons hands and bring her safely through surgery, free from complications, completely healed. I ask that you keep her remaining kidney healthy for the remaining years of her life. I pray that she will grow up knowing Jesus as her Lord and Savior. I ask that you comfort her loved ones as they await the outcome. I ask that you remove any anxiety that they may be having and replace it with peace in knowing that you are with Stephanie every step of the way. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given. I ask for a speedy recovery. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Libby  to you in prayer. She is thirty-eight years and has two children. She has been through many difficulties in her life, an abusive marriage which ended in  divorce due to her husbands infidelity. She says that her health is not good, blood clots have caused a lot of damage to her body. Lord I ask that you wrap Libby in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that she may be having. I ask that you give her strength to get through each day. I ask that you give her peace of mind in knowing that you are with her every step of the way. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around her and her children and keep them safe. I ask that you provide for their needs . I ask that you give healing to her body where healing is needed. I ask that she be free of blood clots forming in her body. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

2/3

Heavenly Father I lift up Kaleb to you in prayer. He is ten years old, he has had one kidney removed due to cancer and was recently diagnosed with cancer in the remaining kidney.  The doctors at Baptist Hospital are doing chemotherapy once again in an effort to save this kidney. They are also looking for a donor. Lord I ask that you wrap Kaleb in your arms of love. I ask that you draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask Lord that you heal his kidney, that you remove the cancer that is there. I ask that there be no need to seek a donor. I ask that his kidney be restored to function normally. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctors, medical staff, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I pray that this time of sadness will turn into a time of rejoicing. I ask that you comfort his parents and draw each one close to you. I ask for a miracle. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

2/2

Heavenly Father I lift up Mickey to you in prayer. She is not in good health and only leaves her home to go to the doctor. Lord I ask that you wrap Mickey in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that she may be having. I ask that you give healing to her body where healing is needed. If she has not accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior, I ask that you place Christians in her path to share with her the GOOD NEWS OF CHRIST. I ask that you open her ears to hear, open her eyes to see and open her heart to feel your wonderful love. I pray for salvation. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Grace to you in prayer. She was admitted to the hospital last night.  She was told if she didn't have breathing treatments from coughing she wouldn't make it. She is afraid because the last treatments caused her to have a heart attack. She is getting over pneumonia and she also has an enlarged heart. Lord I ask that you wrap Grace in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that she may be having.  I ask that you remove any fear that she may be having and replace it with peace in knowing that you are with her.  I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you remove the cough that she has and open her lungs so she can breathe freely without the use of treatments. I ask that you heal her enlarged heart. I ask that you comfort her loved ones during her time of illness and draw each one close to you. I ask for a speedy and complete recovery. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 6/1

Hi Charlotte, My Mom is pretty sick right now, she has been to the Emergency Room four times in the past two weeks with a cough and other problems. She is eighty-two years old and she is getting weaker and weaker. Please continue in prayer for her. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and thoughts. Hugs,Barb

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Ethel Cavett to you in prayer. She is ninety-five years old and was admitted to the hospital with stomach cramps. Lord I ask that you wrap Ethel in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that she may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you bring her through this illness free from complications completely healed. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen. Update 6/1/05

Ethel is ninety-six years old and doing fine. She stays busy and active. Thanks for the prayers. Barb

2/1

Heavenly Father I lift up Marion to you in prayer. She has been diagnosed with rectal cancer. She has had radiation and chemotherapy treatments which are not working. She has been scheduled for exploratory surgery next week to see if everything can be taken out. Lord I ask that you wrap Marion in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that she may be having. Treatments for cancer are not working, therefore, I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that you guide the surgeons hands as he goes in to see what can be done for her. I pray that he will find that a miracle has taken place. I pray that Marion will be a testimony to the surgeon, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I pray that all who have witnessed this miracle will Rejoice and give all Glory, Honor and Praise unto you. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

1/27

Heavenly Father I lift up Bob to you in prayer. He has been diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor and has been given one year to live. Lord I ask that you wrap Bob in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort him and draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. The doctor says that he only has a year to live, therefore, I come before your Heavenly Throne, on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctor that has given him a year to live, to his family and friends of your healing power and of the power of coming together in prayer. I pray that all who know him will give thanks to you, our great physician. I ask that you comfort his family and draw each one close to you. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

1/25/05

Heavenly Father I lift up Candace to you in prayer. She is six weeks pregnant and going through a difficult time already. Lord I ask that you wrap Candace in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around her unborn baby and keep it safe within her womb until birth. I ask that you bring  her safely through delivery, free from complications. I ask that the baby be born healthy in every way. I pray that this child will grow up to know and love you with all of it's heart, with all of it's soul and with all of it's mind. I pray that when the time of delivery comes there will be rejoicing and thankfulness to you for giving  the precious gift of a child.  I pray that this child will bring much joy and love to the family. I ask that you comfort Linda, the baby's grandmother and give her peace in knowing that you are with her daughter and grandchild throughout this pregnancy. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 11/28/05
Gracie and Mom are doing well now...She is 3 months old now. Just wanted to thank you all again for all the prayers and love that's been sent to us. I know that your prayers and God is what helped our baby do so well..  Thank you again  Love you all  Linda :)

Heavenly Father I lift up Rose to you in prayer. The doctor feels that she has had an Arterial Stroke. Lord I ask that you wrap Rose in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that she may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you bring her safely through this illness, free from complications, completely healed. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 3/2/05

Thanks for your prayers for Rose. Please continue to lift her up to the Lord. She's trying to work and they are giving her a rough time. I still have to help her get up out of and into bed, once she's up she does pretty good.  Our Church is slowly doing better, one to be baptized next Sunday. We licensed a young preacher last week. Pray for us as we attempt to build the kingdom of Christ here. God bless you, Arnold
Update 5/1/05  
Rose is still having ear problems, she has a bad infection. Has really got her down. Pray that she will find another job.  She was at her other job for six years but every time someone would get sick and miss a few weeks they would find a reason to let them go. We had over two hundred hells angels attend our church last Saturday. Had a memorial service for a brother of a member of our church, we can seat one hundred seventy people and we had  over five hundred. Please pray for salvation of those who attended who have not accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Love Arnold
Update 5/13/05  
Please continue to pray for Rose. Her diabetes has gotten worse, she has been put on insulin. Thank you,  God Bless, Arnold

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Amy to you in prayer. She is a young mother of two boys. She has went through a terrible divorce, her husband was abusive and is still threatening to harm her. He recently kidnapped their ten year old and both were in an accident, he finally returned the boy home. How sad that the children have to go through all of this at such young ages. Amy has placed their house up for sale and she may have cancer, she is waiting on the biopsy results now. Lord I ask that you warp Amy and her children in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort them and draw each one close to you during this difficult time in their lives. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around them and keep them safe from the abuse of Amy's husband. I ask that you open this man's heart to see the harm and hurt that he causing his family. I pray that he will ask their forgiveness and never seek to harm them again. I ask that you send Christians in his path to help turn him from the err of his ways. I ask that you open his eyes to see, open his ears to hear and open his heart to feel your wonderful love. I ask that you provide a place for Amy and her children to live. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that the biopsy report for cancer be negative. If Amy has not accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior I pray for salvation. I ask that you open her heart to feel your love during this difficult time. I ask these things in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Lily to you in prayer.  She has been hospitalized for some time now very ill with kidney problems and reaction to medications. Lord I ask that you wrap Lily in your precious arms of love. I ask that you comfort her and draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that she may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you restore her kidneys to function normally. I ask that you remove all reactions from drug treatments that she may need. I ask that she be a testimony to the doctors, medical staff, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of pray. I ask that you comfort her family as they await the outcome. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask for a GOOD REPORT. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus Amen.

Update 1/30/05
My mom still remains in the hospital. She is not getting proper treatment. There has been mistake after mistake and my mom now has the reputation of being a 'bother' in the hospital. They have her flagged as elderly, and uncooperative. They don't understand what she's been through and that it is their fault. I am seeking people to pray for her. She can talk and is lucid but is frustrated and her health is declining. She calls us constantly to visit. We drive an hour to get there to stay with her and then home. Then we go back and forth. We're all exhausted. I am seeking a new prayer with God, that she will be able to get proper care and hopefully that we'll be able to afford home care, as she still cannot walk. Please I need help and prayers.  In God's Love, Lily's Daughter
 Update 2/11/05
Dear Folks, I sincerely thank each and every one of you for praying for my mom, Lily. She has gone through so much and is still struggling for stability. As of Wednesday she reportedly was losing a lot of blood. They went in to cauterize the ulcers in her small intestine (probably from the Dilaudid and MS Contin that they were giving her on an empty stomach!) and she continued to bleed internally. She had yet another procedure to attempt to stop the bleeding . We're all exhausted and worn out and losing faith every day. Please help us help my mom. She prayed for all of you every day. She is now again negative and down and hopeless. Please pray that the bleeding will stop and she will walk out of this hospital soon. Thank you and God Bless! Lily's Daughter
Update 2/20
Thank you all so much for your prayers. My mom, Lily passed away tonight at 6:33pm.
We are all so devastated. It was too early for her to go. Please pray that she lives in our hearts every moment of every day. She was so special. She was in so much pain. Love, Lily's Daughter 
                           

Heavenly Father I lift up Chaplain Shacklefield and his unit to you in prayer. They are with the transportation battalion, their unit will be delivering voting machines and ballots to villages and cities throughout Iraq during the upcoming elections. Their convoys are prime targets for the insurgents because they do not want the equipment to arrive at the polling stations nor do they want the local Iraqi citizens to have the chance to vote; timely delivery must occur so that the elections occur. Historically, the previous totalitarian regime would not allow individual citizens to vote. Democracy will not be realized in Iraq if intelligent and competent officials are not elected to those strategic leadership positions within the emerging government; freedom will not have an opportunity to ring throughout this country if the voting process fails. Lord I ask that you place your mighty hand of protection upon Chaplain Shacklefield and his unit. I ask that you guide them as they seek to reach their destination. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around them and keep them safe from harm. I ask that the delivery of voting machine and ballots arrive safely and in a timely manner. I pray that intelligent and competent officials are elected to  strategic leadership positions within the emerging government. I pray that freedom will prevail throughout this country. I pray that they will be safe from anyone who seeks to harm them as Saddam Hussein and his sons have done. I pray that  the war in Iraq will end soon and that our troops will be sent home. I ask for your hand of protection upon our troops as they serve in Iraq. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around them and keep them safe from harm. I ask that you provide shelter from the enemy. I ask that you supply all of their needs while they serve there. I ask that you comfort their loved ones as they await their safe arrival home, home from this terrible war that has taken so many lives. I ask that you comfort the families of those who have been killed in Iraq. I ask that you wrap each one in your arms of love. I ask that you pour out your Holy Spirit upon this country and I pray that many will come to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. I pray for revival. I ask these things in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

1/20

 Heavenly Father I lift up Reverend Steve to you in prayer. He has been diagnosed with breast cancer. He is scheduled to meet with his doctor on Monday, January 25 for a consultation regarding treatment procedures. Lord I ask that you wrap Reverend Steve in your arms of love. I ask that you draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf and I ask that you bring him safely through this illness free of cancer. I ask that he be a testimony to his doctor, congregation, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Update 1/24/05
 Well, I will be having a mastectomy in my left breast ( and yes I am a man). I know, it is rare,  and  every one at the breast clinic was surprised to see a man there. The doctor told me it should be okay as long as the lymph glands are negative. I have hope and faith in God, and I know He needs me here for a spell, so I have a good outlook on all concerns. The mastectomy is scheduled for  Monday  31. I thank you for your prayers. Please keep me in your prayers, God Bless you all. I love you all In Jesus Name. Be Blessed with Our Lord,
Rev. Stefano J. Verde (Rev. Steve)
Update 2/2/05
 The operation, (a complete, mastectomy) has been done and complete. They think they got it all. Thank You Jesus. I went yesterday to get the drain taken out but we need to wait for the pathology report Monday, February 7. I have no left breast at all, its like a sunken chest area but, I can live with that, being a man its not as hard as this happening to a woman. Jesus was there with me as well as all my angel friends. God Bless and will keep you updated. I need lots of rest as with the age I am, I need to slow down. Jesus gives you ways to slow down and this is one and its as clear as daylight. Your Friend In Jesus,
Be Blessed with Our Lord,
Rev. Stefano J. Verde (Rev. Steve)
 2/7/05 Update
 Well, not all went as well as I expected, will need more surgery February 18. They found more cancer cells in the lymph nodes. As I said before its all in HIS HANDS. I trust in HIM, and all will go the way HE sees fit. Not all bad news, my doctor said he thinks that it was diagnosed he thinks in good time, so that is a plus. God Bless you all, and try not to write unless its for prayer requests only.
Be Blessed with Our Lord,
Rev. Stefano J. Verde (Rev. Steve)  
Update 2/15/05
 Well I am approaching the next operation this coming Friday, the second in three weeks. I am sure that I will undergo Chemo Therapy when the Pathologist report comes back.
These walls are caving in, I am not used to staying at home. But I know that God is giving me this time to slow down. I am always on the go and always doing for others, so my world sometimes is in a spin. I will be out of work for over three plus months, and I know that my financial condition will not be so good, BUT! I know that God will take care of me as HE did in the past and will in the future. All my life God has taken good care of me. And HE will take care of you as well if you only ask. He is there for you too. I have been blessed with shelter, food, clothes and most of all the Love of God, family and friends. All I need is prayer from you all. I know the rest will come from Our Savior and I will be okay three plus months from now. When the Chemo is over. I will be cured of this cancer. God Bless you all and Remain Blessed in HIM. He is our awesome Lord. I love you all,  IN HIM,
Be Blessed with Our Lord,
Rev. Stefano J. Verde (Rev. Steve)
 Update 2/23/05
 This my friends is how Jesus works when the power of prayer comes to Him. This last operation  they took out the rest of the lymph nodes, they came back NEGATIVE!!!  Now that this is done, THANK YOU JESUS!!!!, and you folks for all of your prayers .I am a little sore right now, but this I know will go away in time. I was almost sure that cancer had spread thru my body, BUT, Jesus wouldn't let this happen. I am so grateful and happy this is almost over for me. Two operations on the breast area in three weeks was enough for me. I have no breast on the left side, but for a man that's not that bad to handle. With a woman, that would be another story. Again I thank you and this is my testimony to all your e-mail partners. This will verify that the power of prayer to Our Savior Jesus Christ is as real as your being. Thru Jesus, there is no end, only a great beginning for all who trust and love Him like we do. You are all in my heart and prayers.
Be Blessed with Our Lord,
Rev. Stefano J. Verde (Rev. Steve)

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Tristin to you in prayer. He is four years old. He fell out of a third story window yesterday morning and landed on concrete. He was air lifted to a hospital. Lord I ask that you wrap this precious boy in your arms of love. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that he may be in. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you bring him through all injuries, free from complications, completely healed. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctors, medical staff, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I pray that this sad time will be turned into a day of rejoicing that Tristin is healed. I ask that you comfort his loved ones as they await the outcome. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Mary to you in prayer. Her daughter states that she is slowly slipping away. She has been suffering from Dementia for about three and a half years, her condition began to escalate about six weeks ago. She is at her home in her own bed with "Hospice Nurses" around the clock.  She appears to be sleeping peacefully and comfortably, and everything that can be done has already been done or is being done now. Lord I ask that you wrap Mary in your arms of love. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort her and remove any pain that she may be having. All that can be done for her medically has been done, therefore, I come before your Heavenly Throne, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that she be a testimony to her doctor, hospice, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. If it is not your will to heal her, then I ask that you keep her free of pain and suffering. I ask that she be able to communicate with her loved ones in some way before you take her to be with you. I ask that you comfort her family during this difficult time. I ask that you wrap them in your loving arms and draw each one close to you. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
1/25/05 Update

Dear Prayer Warriors,
It is with great sadness that I share with you the news that my Mary Coles (my mother) passed away this morning in the hours of Monday, January 24th.  Please keep my family in your prayers as we work through the days ahead, planning her memorial service and dealing with our grief.  I am not one that deals with death very well, and I am having a very hard time with this... today has been so very hard.  Please pray for me that I am able to do this without anger or friction between myself and my siblings....  Please, I really need your prayers at this time, because as good as I am at answering you and your needs when you are faced with similar circumstances I am just really not very good at this and I love my sisters so very much. I have already experienced feeling left out of being notified when her condition first began to worsen, over a week ago, and now not being included in decisions since she left us this morning... and I've not handled it very well.  I have spent most of my life feeling like an outsider looking in at this family and I'm feeling that way again now.  I'm bearing my soul to you as I ask for your prayers, so please, once again, I beg of you to pray for me about this.  Thank you all so very much. Your Sister in Christ, Sharon Coles

1/19
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Alex to you in prayer. He is nineteen months old and was born with Down's Syndrome. He has been diagnosed with leukemia. Lord I ask that you wrap this precious baby in your arms of love. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort him and remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for complete healing from this terrible disease. I pray that he will be a testimony to his doctor, family and their friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer.  I pray that he will exceed in his learning abilities and grow into a fine young man with a love for Jesus in his heart. I ask that you comfort his parents during this difficult time. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I pray that their sadness will be turned into joy and rejoicing that Alex is healed. I ask in the name of Jesus.

1/15

Heavenly Father I lift up Bill to you in prayer. A recent test showed that he has a cancerous tumor.  The doctor stated that the cancer is in the early stages. He is scheduled to meet with him on Monday, January 17 to discuss options of treatment. The cancer is near his rib cage and it hurts when he coughs. Lord I ask that you wrap Bill in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort him and draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask that you remove all cancer from his body. I ask that he be a testimony to his doctor, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I ask that you give comfort to his wife Sandy as she awaits the outcome. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given. I ask for complete healing. I ask in  the name of Jesus. Amen.

Update 5/27/05
 We need prayer again. I knew it was too good to be true. We got Bill's blood work before his chemo session, and he is one point away from anemia and has to have three strong B6 shots, one after the other over a three day period, Sat., Sun., and Mon. He is very tired after today's chemo session and did eat better for me. We received word his brother who weighed 325 has to get a lot of weight off and has not been doing well. They think he has had a heart attack and are very concerned about him as his blood pressure is very high.  He has lost 150 lbs but the blood pressure is still very high. Thanks for praying,  Sandy
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Mary to you in prayer. She had cancer on her face and tonsils. She went through numerous radiation and chemotherapy treatments. Recent scans show no more masses.  Thank you Lord, all Praise, Glory and Honor unto you. Mary recently had a mammogram that has to be repeated. Lord I ask that you wrap Mary in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that the upcoming mammogram be normal and clear of all masses. I ask that you comfort Mary as she awaits the results. I ask for a GOOD REPORT. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Update 12/1/05
Mary needs a lot of prayer, the  ugly one is tempting her to smoke.  She smoked when she had cancer in her tonsils and had quit. When Jack, her husband died this past January I caught her smoking outside of the hospital that he was in.  She is always crying, She lost him January 17 2005, this coming New Year Jack will be living with Jesus for one year. They have no children. I try to help her a lot.  She is trying to move from the home that she and Jack shared, I think if she is able to do that, it will be easier for her living in different surroundings. She is still on a feeding tube, probably be on it for the rest of her life. The radiation burned up her salvia glands. I am praying that she will get a call soon saying they have an apartment for her. Maybe she will meet other people that will be good for her to be around.  I thank you for being concerned for Mary. I keep every one in my prayers God Bless You,
 Love in Jesus, Carole

 

Heavenly Father I lift up Mary's husband to you in prayer.  He has a tumor located in the upper lobe of his lung. It was a size of an egg and has grown in the past two weeks to the size of a small grapefruit. He has been placed in a Rehabilitation Center, with Hospice.  Lord I ask that you wrap Mary's husband in your arms of love. I ask that you comfort him and draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any discomfort and pain that he may be having. The doctors say that his condition is terminal, therefore, I come before your Heavenly throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctors, medical staff, hospice, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I ask that you give comfort to Mary as she goes through this difficult time. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 2/8
Hello; Thank you to all who prayed for my sister's husband.  He went to live with Jesus on January 17. He was seventy years old.
 Praise The Lord for His Healing. Love in Jesus God  Bless You, Carole
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Scott to you in prayer. He is in the in the Intensive Care Unit due to the use of drugs. His mother said that he is failing fast. Lord I ask that you cover Scott with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort him and draw him close to you. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. I know that things are not looking very positive for him right now, therefore I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf and I ask for a miracle. I ask that you bring him safely through this terrible ordeal, free from complications, completely healed. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctors, medical staff, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I ask that you open Scott's eyes to see that the lifestyle he is leading will lead to destruction and loss of his life if doesn't turn from his use of drugs. I ask  that you send Christians in his path to share the GOOD NEWS OF CHRIST with him. I ask that you open his eyes to see, open his ears to hear and open his heart to feel your wonderful love. I pray for salvation. I pray that Scott will give all GLORY, HONOR and PRAISE to you for his healing. I ask that you give comfort to his mother and loved ones as they go through this difficult time. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given to them medically and I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given from the mouth of Scott saying that he has accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior and that he is leaving his old life behind and beginning a new life in Christ. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 2/11/05
 God bless you for your caring heart and prayers. Scott is still fighting massive infection in his leg at a Veteran Rehabilitation Centers.  He has no feeling from his knee down and they are talking about reopening the leg and cleaning it out again.  There is still a possibility that he may loose his leg, but I refuse to accept that.  His foot is useless but with a brace and cane he can walk short distances.  Right now he is wheel chair bound until they solve this infection problem. God bless you all for praying! Kit
 Update 5/27/05
 Scott had his leg reopened again today.  They opened it larger than before and he is in tremendous pain.  I don't know how much more cutting they can do without taking the whole leg.  It will just not heal. As far as drugs are concerned, God has sent a help mate.  I don't approve of them living together, but she is a wonderful influence on Scott, and he has not been using... Praise God! She seems like a real sweet person and I praise our Heavenly Father for sending someone who could help Scott.  Still continue praying for both their salvation. Today will be a real good test for as much pain as he is in the temptation I am sure to become desensitized will be great.  Please continue praying for Scott to have the strength to say no. God bless you for your caring and for asking about Scott.  God bless Kit
Update 3/1/06 
With Deep sadness I tell you that our son Scott passed away tonight at 6:00 PM.  He has fought a long hard battled with drugs and finally he is free.  I was talking to a prayer partner this morning who asked how Scott was doing.  I told her I had totally turned Scott over to God and ask that He do whatever was necessary to assure Scott's salvation and His will be done.  That was this morning.  We got the call shortly after six and when we got to the house the police told us he was not breathing, and did not have a heart beat when they put him in the ambulance. They did CPR on the way, and the doctor told us they did everything to try to bring him back. Our family is devastated. I am just numb, but I believe that the conversation I had this morning with my prayer partner was a prelude to Scott's dying, and I believe it was God's answer to my prayer.  I know God does the best for us when He acts, and I honestly believe that God and Scott met and God sent him free of all the pain and anguish of his life.  Right now he is in the arms of Jesus and I praise God for that hope.   Our family needs prayer for family unity and comfort.  We really need God's presence around us to get through these next days.  Pray for me that I can get a grip on my feelings toward his biological mother and let God's light shine for my family and unsaved loved ones that they would come to know Jesus through this tragedy. God's blessing  Kit
 
 
Heavenly Father I lift up Amelia's Uncle Ted to you in prayer. He has cancer and hospice will be called in soon. I thank you that Amelia had a nice visit with him, she stated that he was doing better than her last visit with him and that his speech was much clearer. Lord I ask that you wrap Ted in your precious arms of love. I ask that you comfort him and draw him close to you. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I ask that you remove any pain and discomfort that he may be having. There is nothing more that can be done for Ted medically, therefore, I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf, believing that through you all things are possible and I ask for miraculous healing. I ask that he be a testimony to the doctors, family and friends and of your healing power and of coming together in prayer. I believe in miracles Lord, you are our great physician. I ask for complete healing. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Update 12/1/05
Hi, Aunt Va called this week , Uncle Ted went back into the hospital, and back home. He now has brain tumors, cannot walk and feed himself and this has all happened in less than a week. It is just a matter of time. Aunt Va is so tired also. God Bless  Amelia Anne
Update 12/8/05
I  spoke to Aunt last night and Uncle Ted is now in a coma. The Dr says it is the matter of hours now. Lord I ask that you keep the family in your circle of  love. And for all of us to keep in mind that Uncle  Ted will be with you and the angels
Amen
Update 12/18/05
Uncle Ted passed away on 12/9 he was buried on 12/14 which would have been their 59th anniversary. Aunt Virginia is doing well, the family has been keeping her busy.  She told me that Uncle Ted has been reading his Bible the last month, he knew it was getting close to him time to join the Lord. Even in his coma, he would smile. He was a Godly man all of my life that I remember him as a child and soft spoken. Every one was blessed that came in contact with him. A smile, a pleasant word, a hug and a gentle touch was our Uncle Ted.
Thank you Heavenly Father for taking him home with you, In Jesus Name Amen
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Rease to you in prayer. Recent Cat Scans showed that his left kidney is dilated. The Scans were lost so the doctor has nothing to compare the upcoming test to, therefore, he won't know if the kidney is improving or getting worse. Rease will be scheduled to have another scan done in a month or so. Lord I ask that you wrap Rease in your arms of love. I ask that you cover him with your healing power from above. I come before your Heavenly Throne on his behalf and I ask that the next Scan show the kidney to be completely normal. I ask that this be a testimony to the doctor, family and friends of your healing power and of the power of prayer. I ask that you give comfort to his loved ones as they await the results of the next test. I ask that you draw each one close to you. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given. I ask for complete healing . I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen
 

Update 1/22/05
 Charlotte, aside from colds, viruses, and a rash Rease is doing okay.  However, we are waiting for his next ultrasound in about a month to find out how his kidneys are doing.  We are praying that they are healed, and if not healed that they are not worse.  Thank you for asking and please continue to keep baby Rease in your prayers. Thank you, love ya, Pat
Update 5/6/05
 Dear Friends and Prayer Warriors, please keep my grandson Rease in your prayers.  As you know he is still very small at 10 months, weighting 15 lbs, and the doctors are still very concerned about his growth.  He has an ear infection right now and Mandi is having a very difficult time getting him to eat or even drink anything.  Its so important for him to drink because of dehydration and with his dilated kidney we don't want an infection to start.  He was on one antibiotic for five days but that didn't seem to help the infection.  The doctor decided today to increase the Amoxicillin that he takes for his kidneys to see if that will clear up the infection in his ear.  Please pray that the infection in his ear will clear up quickly and that he will begin to have the desire to take fluids and eat.  Also please pray that he does not become dehydrated or lose any weight.  Please continue to pray that our Father God heals his kidneys. 
Thank you, Love ya, Pat
Update 6/5/05
 Dear Friends and Prayer Warriors, please lift my grandson Rease up in prayer.  He has been very sick for the past few days.  He has had a high fever and will not eat or drink.  Rease goes to have the ultrasound done on his kidneys tomorrow.  Please pray that his kidneys have been healed and have returned to a normal size.  He will be one year old on June 9.  I ask you to praise God for bringing him through his first year without any serious illnesses or complications from his kidneys.  Thank you. Love ya, Pat
Update 12/13/05
 Rease has been doing okay.  His kidneys are the same but praise God they have not gotten any worse.  He continues to get many double ear infections though and seems to always be in pain with them.  He weighs eighteen pounds now and we hope that he will gain some more weight.  Please continue to keep him in your prayers.   Thanks,  Love ya, Pat
Update 6/21/07
 Charlotte my grandson Rease continues to have both his kidneys dilated.  However, he has had no infections, praise God.  Please continue to keep Rease in prayer for healing of his kidneys.  He turned three years old on June 6th.  Thanks, love ya, Pat
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Doug to you in prayer. He lost his job and needs to find another one as soon as possible. Lord I ask that you wrap Doug in your arms of love. I ask that you draw him close to you. I ask that you give him guidance and direction as he seeks to find another job. I ask that you lead him to find one that will pay enough to provide for the needs of his family both medically and financially. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

1/12/05

Heavenly Father I lift up the Regions of South East Asia that have been affected from destruction and loss of life caused by the Earthquake and Tsunami. My heart broke as I watched parts of this tragedy unfold while I was watching the news. The devastation and loss of life as a result of this great tragedy will be felt for many years to come. How sad to hear that a mother had to chose between her children as she was forced to let one go. Thank you Lord that the one she let go lived as well as the mother and her other child. During this tragedy we have seen other miracles, a twenty day old baby who was saved by floating on a mattress, thank you Lord. How sad to see the faces of the children who lost their parents, siblings and other loved ones. How sad to hear that some of the orphaned children have been sold into prostitution. How sad to see all of the devastation and to hear of all of the lives lost, my heart aches for the people who are left behind to try and cope with all that has happened. Lord I ask that you wrap the people of South East Asia in your arms of love. I ask that you draw them close to you. I ask that you comfort those who have lost homes and loved ones. I ask that you give healing to all who have been injured. I ask that you give guidance to those who seek to find people alive. I ask that you place a hedge of protection around the children and keep them safe from the evil ones who want to sell them for prostitution. I ask that you give guidance to those who seek to find and prosecute those involved in this terrible crime. I ask that you pour your Holy Spirit out upon Asia and I pray that they will know that you are God and that they will seek comfort in you. I ask that you send Christians to share the GOOD NEWS OF CHRIST to those who don't know you. I ask that you open their eyes to see, open their ears to hear and open their hearts to feel your wonderful love. I pray for a great revival throughout Asia, an awakening as never been witnessed before. I pray that the people will come together and learn of Christ and accept him as their Lord and Savior. I pray that they will come to know that you are their God and that they are your people, that all who call upon you shall be saved. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.
 

Heavenly Father I lift up Southern California to you in prayer. There are people missing, people injured and some have died due to a thirty-foot mudslide this past Monday. Officials said about eleven people remain missing and twenty-five have died. The days of torrential rains have also triggered fatal traffic accidents all across the state, knocked out power to hundreds of thousands, imperiled hillside homes and caused flash floods. It's been four days of death and destruction. The damage was also felt far from California. Muddy rivers roared through towns along the Nevada-Arizona-Utah lines on Tuesday, flooding homes in the Nevada resort town of Mesquite and forcing the evacuation of about one hundred people in nearby Overton. Lord I ask that you place a hedge of protection upon California and the towns along the Nevada-Arizona-Utah lines. I ask that you bring an end to the rains and mudslides that have caused great destruction and loss of life. I ask that you draw the people close to you.  I ask that you guide the workers in finding all who are missing. I ask that they be found alive. I ask that you give comfort to those who have lost loved ones. I ask that you provide for the needs of the people who have lost their homes. I pray that the people will come together in love for one another and turn to you during this great time of need. I ask that you place Christians in the paths of the unsaved to share with them the GOOD NEWS OF CHRIST. I ask that you open hearts to feel, open ears to hear and open eyes to see your wonderful love. I pray for a great revival. I pray that people will come before your Heavenly Throne and lift up those who have been affected by this terrible tragedy. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

1/10/05

Heavenly Father I lift up Samantha to you in prayer. A recent pap smear came back positive, she has been scheduled for a biopsy next week. She has had several positive pap smears in the past and for this reason has to have a check-up every three months. The biopsies after the other positive pap smears all came back fine.  Although this one came back A-typical positive, she is very worried. Lord I ask that you wrap Samantha in your arms of love. I ask that you draw her close to you. I ask that you cover her with your healing power from above. I ask that you comfort her and remove any fear that she may be having and replace it with calmness in knowing that you are with her. I thank you that all other biopsies have been negative. I come before your Heavenly Throne on her behalf and I ask that this biopsy report show negative for cancer as well.  I ask that you give comfort to Samantha and her family as they await the results. I ask that a GOOD REPORT be given. I ask in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Update 1/19/05
 My daughter Samantha will be going this Friday, January 21, at 8:45 am to have the biopsy  to find out about her positive pap smear.  Please keep her in prayer that our Father will go before her and prepare the way for victory.  Please pray that our Father God will remove all pain and discomfort caused by the procedure and that the results will