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Psalm 124:1\u20133<\/h2>\nIf it had not been the LORD who was on our side\u2014 let Israel now say\u2014 if it had not been the LORD who was on our side when people rose up against us, then they would have swallowed us up alive, when their anger was kindled against us;<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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During hospital stays, Leslee and I often talk about how difficult it must be for unbelievers to raise and care for medically needy children. We certainly get the sentiment from the Psalmist. Apart from the Lord being on our side all these years, I believe fear, anxiety, anger, despair, hopelesness, and other similar feelings would’ve swallowed us alive. Yet, we stand today as recipients of His goodness, grace, and love. As a matter of fact, if I’m going to be completely honest with you, sometimes I feel like we might burst if He sends us another blessing your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ela’s care here at the hospital has been phenomenal. That is something that, truly, brings some relief to my heart every time I leave my girls and return to Martinsburg. On my end of things, things have also been very encouraging. IBC has been such a blessing. People have been caring and flexible, often offering rides or meals or child care for the boys and assuring me of their constant prayers for Ela and our family. Recently, Ela has been the VBS highlight at a couple of different churches and she has received cards, toys, stuffed animals, prayer shawls, immune system boosters, and even personalized hospital gowns! (she’s definitely the most fashionable patient on the floor!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As far as Ela’s health is concerned, there isn’t much to say. Leslee’s observations are that Ela is more active and looks better physically. We are thankful for this, since it probably means that her continual infusion of milrinone is helping her. She is also eating more and gaining weight which is good for heart offers and for recovery after surgery. About a week ago we found out that the doctors turned down a heart that was designated for Ela. This is the second time this has happened. There is certainly a temptation to give into fear, anxiety, and anger yet today we remember that the LORD is on our side, and we are thankful to know you are too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank You for Praying for Me and My Heart! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\nRead more: “If it had not been the LORD who was on our side”: Week 3<\/span><\/a>\n\n\n

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