From Sarah

It’s Monday of the week we expect to hear the results of Chris’s biopsy, and I thought I’d hop on with some thoughts. I can’t let Chris be the only one with a platform! 

Many of you have expressed anxiety about this waiting period and sympathy for how hard the waiting is. Oddly, the waiting hasn’t been hard at all. Maybe it’s because these days feel like our last before things really start to change. Also, and maybe more looming, hearing a medical declaration about Chris’s life and what we should or can expect for it, feels like the beginning of a steep descent. We know a valley is ahead. We don’t know where it will lead exactly. We know it will be deep, and we know it will be dark. And we fear that with medical knowledge stated clearly to us, we will have a harder time holding on to a sense of hope. 

A friend texted me last week and said this: I will be praying for your appointment in a few days. I’m going to pray that you’ll walk away from it with more hope than when you got there.

What a profound thought. I felt my mind blown open with possibility. Appointment day—hearing the words spoken to us that we already know will be so heavy—may not end up being the hardest day of our lives thus far. Or, even if it is the hardest day, it doesn’t have to be devastating. I had only been imagining that day as dark and despairing. But the LORD will be there. How will he show himself? These are the things I can think about and imagine as I anticipate the appointment. What will the Lord do in our hearts that day? What will he bring to mind? With what will he comfort us? What will he speak to us about himself? How will he simply calm us with his love? I believe he will be with us. And I believe his hope can come in so many forms. 

I would not have put us here. I would never have willingly offered this—the seeming stability of our family—to be changed in these ways and in the ways we do not yet know. But here we are. Our hearts are open. What do you want to give us, Lord? Deepen us. Transform us. Open our eyes. Open our ears. Fill us. We want all that you have to give us. 

140 thoughts on “From Sarah”

  35. http://bitly.com

    I blog frequently and I truly thank you for
    your information. The article has truly peaked my
    interest. I am going to bookmark your blog and keep checking for new details about once per
    week. I subscribed to your RSS feed as well. 0mniartist asmr

    Reply ↓
  44. asmr https://0mniartist.tumblr.com

    When I initially left a comment I seem to have clicked the
    -Notify me when new comments are added- checkbox and now every time a comment is added I recieve 4 emails with the exact same comment.
    Is there a way you are able to remove me
    from that service? Kudos! asmr 0mniartist

    Reply ↓
  47. asmr https://0mniartist.tumblr.com

    Have you ever thought about including a little bit more than just your articles?
    I mean, what you say is important and all. However imagine if you added
    some great graphics or video clips to give your posts more, “pop”!
    Your content is excellent but with pics and video clips, this site could certainly be
    one of the best in its niche. Awesome blog! 0mniartist asmr

    Reply ↓
  48. 0mniartist

    Everything is very open with a precise clarification of the issues.

    It was truly informative. Your site is very useful.
    Thank you for sharing! 0mniartist asmr

    Reply ↓
  86. web hosting

    I’ve been browsing on-line greater than three hours lately, but I by no means
    discovered any interesting article like yours.
    It is lovely price sufficient for me. In my view, if all site owners and bloggers made just right content
    material as you probably did, the web will be a lot more
    helpful than ever before.

    Reply ↓
  88. web hosting

    Hi there are using WordPress for your site platform? I’m
    new to the blog world but I’m trying to get started and set up my own. Do you need any html
    coding expertise to make your own blog? Any help would be really appreciated!

    Reply ↓
  91. bit.ly

    Thanks a bunch for sharing this with all people you really know what you are talking about!

    Bookmarked. Please additionally seek advice from my website =).
    We can have a link change agreement among us

    Reply ↓
  93. ps4 games

    I’m excited to find this site. I need to to thank you for your time due
    to this wonderful read!! I definitely really liked every little bit of it and i also have you bookmarked
    to look at new things on your web site.

    Reply ↓
  100. j.mp

    Spot on with this write-up, I honestly feel this site needs far more attention. I’ll probably be back again to
    see more, thanks for the information! games ps4 allenferguson games ps4

    Reply ↓
  102. gamefly

    Remarkable things here. I’m very satisfied to peer your article.
    Thank you so much and I’m having a look ahead to contact you.
    Will you kindly drop me a mail? ps4 games allenferguson ps4 games

    Reply ↓
  110. http://tinyurl.com

    We’re a gaggle of volunteers and opening a brand new scheme in our community.

    Your web site offered us with useful info to work on. You’ve performed
    an impressive job and our entire group shall be
    grateful to you.

    Reply ↓
  112. http://tinyurl.com

    Excellent post. I was checking constantly this blog and I am impressed!
    Extremely useful info specially the last part 🙂 I care for
    such info much. I was looking for this certain info for a long time.
    Thank you and best of luck.

    Reply ↓
  117. how to cure bronchitis quickly

    I really wanted to send a simple remark to say thanks to you for these remarkable strategies you are sharing on this site. My rather long internet research has finally been recognized with reasonable knowledge to talk about with my great friends. I would repeat that we visitors are unequivocally fortunate to exist in a remarkable site with very many perfect professionals with useful strategies. I feel truly lucky to have seen your entire webpages and look forward to some more fabulous times reading here. Thanks a lot once more for everything. https://bronchitismed.com how to cure bronchitis quickly

    Reply ↓
  120. scalp psoriasis

    Today, with the fast lifestyle that everyone leads, credit cards have a huge demand in the economy. Persons from every field are using the credit card and people who are not using the card have lined up to apply for one. Thanks for sharing your ideas on credit cards. https://psoriasismedi.com scalp psoriasis

    Reply ↓
  123. over counter medicine for Headache pain

    Thanks for your concepts. One thing we’ve noticed is banks along with financial institutions are aware of the spending practices of consumers while also understand that most of the people max out there their real credit cards around the getaways. They properly take advantage of this specific fact and commence flooding your current inbox along with snail-mail box using hundreds of no-interest APR card offers just after the holiday season comes to an end. Knowing that should you be like 98% of American community, you’ll rush at the possiblity to consolidate card debt and shift balances for 0 apr interest rates credit cards. ihhhgjl https://headachemedi.com – over counter medicine for Headache pain

    Reply ↓
  124. http://tinyurl.com/y3pnt4wg

    I do consider all of the ideas you have presented in your post.
    They are very convincing and will certainly work. Nonetheless, the posts are too short for novices.
    May you please lengthen them a little from next time?
    Thanks for the post.

    Reply ↓
  126. tinyurl.com

    Greetings from California! I’m bored to tears at work so I
    decided to browse your website on my iphone during lunch break.
    I love the info you provide here and can’t wait to take a look when I get home.
    I’m surprised at how quick your blog loaded on my mobile ..

    I’m not even using WIFI, just 3G .. Anyways, fantastic blog!

    Reply ↓
  127. cheap flights

    Excellent post. I used to be checking constantly this blog and I
    am inspired! Very useful information particularly the ultimate part 🙂 I deal with such info
    much. I used to be looking for this particular info for a very long
    time. Thank you and best of luck.

    Reply ↓
  129. cheap flights

    Have you ever thought about writing an e-book
    or guest authoring on other websites? I have a blog based on the same information you discuss
    and would really like to have you share some stories/information. I
    know my readers would enjoy your work. If you are even remotely
    interested, feel free to send me an e-mail.

    Reply ↓
  130. Ann Jett

    Chris, Sarah, Jesse, Ruthie, Andrew and sweet Mary,
    I am so grateful for your sweet family and grateful that we have a Holy Spirit who will pray even when we don’t know how. I praise our Heavenly Father that he has given you family, friends and a Church family who love you. You will continually be in my prayers.

    Reply ↓
  131. Patti Gehringer

    Sarah, you and Chris are in my prayers. Your strength is in the Lord, your hope is in the Lord, your peace is in the Lord, His love endures forever. We pray in unity for you, Chris and your family.

    Reply ↓
  132. Sara Baugh

    Sarah, you gave me a hug at a time I most needed one, and now I give you and Chris hugs every day as I pray for Chris’ healing. “At all times you are accompanied by God’s presence and strengthened by His grace.” God bless you both.

    Reply ↓
  133. gerald mcdermott

    Sarah, you write so beautifully and poignantly. Your faith is luminous. God is clearly showering you and Chris already with grace. Our prayer is that you and Chris continue to get the strength that comes from faith and joy. “The joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah).
    Fr Gerry (and Jean)

    Reply ↓
  134. Randy and Karen Westerman

    Chris and Sarah, this morning we prayed for you both and for your family. We prayed you will ABSORB HIS strength, ABSORB HIS peace, and ABSORB HIS joy. We were deeply encouraged as we read your blog, and are trusting you to the one who already knows each step of the journey ahead, whether a mountain top or a deep valley. Much love to you all.

    Reply ↓
  135. Courtney Groover

    This is so beautiful. I’m filled with hope from your encouraging words. THANK YOU! Love you so much! The LORD is with you.
    Courtney

    Reply ↓
  136. Duski

    You and Chris are giving us a beautiful gift by sharing your story and letting us see Jesus in you! It is deepening my love for Him, increasing my faith in the assurance of His presence in suffering, and motivating me even more to join you in prayer and worship. Thank you so much. I love you!! Praying so much.

    Reply ↓
  137. Anonymous

    Hey guys, so saddened to hear of your situation. My wife and I are praying it’s a GIST rather than adeno. We can’t imagine what you are going through right now. As you said, we hope you come out of your appointment with more hope.

    Reply ↓
  138. Powers Laurie Rogers

    Sarah, I jumped on and saw your post. My heart as a wife is connecting with you. My heart as a mother is connecting with you. But the one area my heart is deeply connecting with you is as a daughter of the Most High King. I sense your trust in our Father. I sense your hands wide open no matter what, anticipating all that He has planned for you, whether in the valley or on the mountaintop.
    I printed off the picture of your family so I can be daily reminded to walk alongside you and Chris in prayer. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply ↓
  139. Rob and Sarah Galarza

    Chris and Sarah – you are in our prayers. There is such power in hope, and I pray that you overflow with it, regardless of the outcome of the biopsy. You can and will overcome this though the One who is the source of all our strength. Much love to you and your family. ♥

    Reply ↓

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *