Monday 22 October 2012

Update 2

Good morning all,

Yesterday I had surgery for the kidney shunts. The surgeons where quite happy with how everything went and things seem to be draining now. I'm definitely in some discomfort right now but well looked after. The next step now is to meet with oncologists to decided if surgery to remove some of cancer mass or chemotherapy is next.

A simple thank seems insufficient to everyone for all your prayers and support but thank you. Please keep it up, we can never underestimate the power of prayer. Let us remember in all things, including this, that God is working for His purpose, for His kingdom, and for His Glory. So to him be all praise both now and forever!


Psalm 145
A psalm of praise.
Of David. [1] I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name for ever and ever. [2] Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever.  [3] Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. [4] One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts. [5] They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on your wonderful works.  [6] They will tell of the power of your awesome works, and I will proclaim your great deeds. [7] They will celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness.  [8] The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. [9] The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made. [10] All you have made will praise you, O Lord; your saints will extol you. [11] They will tell of the glory of your kingdom and speak of your might, [12] so that all men may know of your mighty acts and the glorious splendor of your kingdom. [13] Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and your dominion endures through all generations. The Lord is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made.  [14] The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down. [15] The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. [16] You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing.  [17] The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. [18] The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. [19] He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them. [20] The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.  [21] My mouth will speak in praise of the Lord. Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.

8 comments:

  1. So happy to hear that your surgury was successful. Marcel and I are praying for both of you continually.

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  2. We are happy to hear your surgery went well. Thank-you for sharing this with us on this blog. Our prayers are with you, your wife, and your family.
    Matthew and Lorelle DeBoer
    Miriam, Dylan, and Lydia

    Philippians 4:13
    I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.

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  3. So glad to hear it went well! I'm praying for you guys and your families.
    It's also awesome to see how much you're relying on the Lord throughout this. I pray that you never lose that!

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  4. Good to hear the surgery went well. We hope your discomfort decreases daily. We also pray that wisdom would be given to the oncologist as they determine the best course of action. You are in the good hands of God who loves you with a love that is eternal.

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  5. Glad to hear the Kidney shunts are working well. Thank you for the update. God is good.

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  6. Dear Rob and Felicia,

    Thank you for sharing with us. You are continually in our thoughts and prayers. May our LORD give you relief of your discomfort, but above all give you His peace that passes all human understanding.

    Do not fear for I am with you;
    Do not be dismayed for I am your God.
    I will strengthen you and help you,
    I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
    Isaiah 41:10

    With Christian love,
    Aat and Els Vreugdenhil

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  7. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers! May you continue to dwell on God's rich promises and the strength that only He can provide!

    Dean and Charlotte Kamminga

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  8. Rob and Felicia,

    After meeting you in September, this news comes much closer to home. I am saddened to hear that you have been diagnosed with cancer. At the same time I am thankful to hear that despite this trial, you are still able to give God the glory. Be assured that our thoughts and prayers remain with, and for you, as you travel this path. I am also thankful to hear the surgery went well, and wish you both strength and patience for whatever lies ahead.

    God bless,
    Cousin Alvin

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