Bible Time - The Gospel Accounts

We did it. From the time Jim got moved out of the hospital until this morning, as a family we studied Matthew, Mark, Luke and John verse by verse. It was an amazing study that benefited all of us. Even though I have read those books several times throughout the years, each time I gain something new. God is so wise and the good news is so simple. We make it hard. I don't know exactly how many Bible verses we have memorized as a family (60+). I will have to update you on that when I count them tonight. It's amazing. We see our memory verses every where we go...from other church buildings to Cracker Barrel. Thank you God for your wonderful words of life.

December 31, 2013 - 67 verses that are committed to memory by the family.

Candy Cane Lane

Yesterday, Jim and I were privileged to see a play at the school for the blind in Talladega. It was amazing to see all those children singing their hearts out and quoting every line perfectly. It was emotional. I cried several times because they were so amazing. I looked at all those children and saw how wonderful God truly is. I remembered all the times that I have read the scriptures and Jesus would heal the deaf and blind. Jesus would touch them when he didn't have to. He showed compassion on them and acknowledged them. The play was complicated and busy...something that most "regular" school children couldn't pull off if they wanted to.

We have gotten to know one of the students pretty well. She attends services with us at Ironaton. She is a beautiful young lady that is so precious and kind. She loves to make new friends and is always so happy. She had complications at birth and because of that her eye sight was damaged. The doctors say that it shouldn't get any worse or better for that matter. 

Please be thankful for each moment and each day. Be thankful for your healthy children. Be thankful for your disabled or handicap children. God sees them all as a blessing. It is up to us to open our eyes and hearts to see like God would have us to.

Psalm 127:3 Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.


Thank you God for one more day!

Please pray for Emma Mitchell at this time. She is battling cancer. She has been fighting hard for a long time. With God all things are possible. Emma, we hope you get a special Christmas gift this year. Munford loves you, sweetheart.
 

Meeting the Donor Family

It has been about two weeks ago, when we received our first phone call. Sure we have exchanged letters and pictures but actually talking to the family is surreal. The phone call came in when we were at the doctor's office. The number was unfamiliar and Jim almost sent it to voicemail. The doctor was supposed to be coming in the room any minute. Then we saw that is was an Oklahoma number.

We answered it. It was the donor's mother. We talked about the weather for the first five minutes...I guess she was wondering how to talk to the man who has her son's heart. She was so happy and thankful to have received all of our letters and pictures. We have so much in common with them it is rather strange. You can see God's providence in all of it.

Since that phone call we have talked several times. She tells us that she loves us and that she considers us as part of her family. It is an amazing experience to know that she has opened herself up to us and cares for us so much.

We will release more details later. We plan to visit her over the Christmas break. It will be a long road trip but I personally can't wait to hug her. I want to thank her for her decision and her willingness to allow her son to save lives. I know he saved more people than Jim. I have my husband, the love of my life and my children have a father. That is the best gift...it is truly amazing! I am so humbled and I know I will cry like a baby. Ok...tearing up.

Please keep her and her family and as well as all of us as we plan to make this trip. God is doing great things with Jim. We pray that we make an impact on their lives and lead them closer to the Lord.

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
(Proverbs 3:6)

God help us to be thankful for each moment.
Thank you for one more day!
 

Sixth Month Anniversary

Can't believe it's been 6 month since Jim was given a second chance at life. It has been busy and crazy, fun and trying. We feel blessed beyond measure. Great is our God. 

Biopsy showed ZERO rejection. Six months of perfect results. We serve an awesome God! Thank You! 

Please keep the prayers coming. We love and appreciate all of those who have held us up during our various trials. TGBTG!

Time Changed

It seemed like the clock rolled back and so did our life. Our son has been battling the flu for almost a week. Jim has had a battery of tests at UAB. 

Cameron never complains so when he says he doesn't feel good, he really doesn't. He slowly bounced back and was able to return to school on Thursday. 

Jim has had 4 little spells where he didn't know what he was doing. He gets glassed over eyes and doesn't make any sense if he is talking. The doctors concluded that he is having silent seizures. He is not shaking or convulsing, he is just out of it.

Though we might be shaken we will not crumble. God helps us to be more than conquerors. Romans 8:37

In Two Places

This past Thursday was Jim's day to have a biopsy. Twenty two weeks have passed since he received his new heart. It is still hard to grasp. We think of and pray for the donor family daily.

It was time for a field trip with our son. It just happened to be on the same day. I was torn but asked Jim's mother to take him to UAB. 

I got on the bus headed to the Falls in Gadsden and received updates throughout the day. I am so thankful for the technology that we have to help us stay in touch. 

We had a fun time at the Falls. It was really cold but we didn't mind because we were on an adventure. 

Jim received great news. NO rejection! The doctors are so amazed at his progress. We know that all the glory and honor goes to God. Rev. 4:11

Thanks to everyone who continues to pray for us daily. 1 Thess. 5:17 We know that it strengthens us. Thanks to everyone who continues to support us financially. The medicines, gas money, co-payments are constant. 51+ pills a day is quite expensive. We couldn't survive without your constant love and support. 

Let us remember to ask in faith not doubting what God can do...for He can do ALL things. James 1:6 Mark 10:27

Special Girl

My Julianna has been asking me for days to bake homemade biscuits with her. She learned how to by spending time with Sheri Harris and Kitty Hackney. Well I did it. What a wonderful way to spend a chilly afternoon. She insisted that we give half of them away. So we made a basket and will deliver it tonight at church. 

Col. 3:23 is our favorite verse for each other. I know God has great plans for her. I hope that everyone will open their hearts and see the kindness that children have to offer. 

After the cooking we had a music session. Julianna is so talented. I am amazed.