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MN Christian Prayer Request Thread: : Back to school soon

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DutchOma · 29/08/2010 21:44

It's been a while since I did an update for the prayer thread; I hope that God will remember those I forget:

Thanks be to God for wonderful exam results for MrsCadwallader and for PositiveAttitude dh's new job.
Prayers for Jentlydoesit's DP to find a new job before the money runs out.

Several regulars on the thread find life quite tough at the moment for one reason or another, let's bear each other up in prayer and practical help where possible: CaptainDippy, M44 (whose very much loved mother-in-law died last week), PositiveAttitude, Teaandcakeplease, Madhairday, Blueeyeshadow, Shieldbug (please pray that all fibroids and cysts will disappear before the next consultant's appointment)

Special thoughts go to Swaliswan for the healing of her marriage and for a safe pregnancy and delivery. Also for Hermya321, it's getting close now, only a few more weeks to go.

We pray for the family in MaMoTTaT's church who lost a daughter at a relatively young age. MaMoTTaT will be better known as FAQ or ToccataandFudge,( how I loved that name)

Last but not least we pray for Amberlight in her worry about ds who is struggling with eye problems for which he needs an operation and who is also having tests for hormonal problems. Please pray for as good an outcome as possible, so that he can carry on with his A-levels and rugby. And for peace of mind for Amber, who really could do with the pressure off for a bit.

So let's give thanks to God for His presence among us and get praying....

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MaryBS · 10/10/2010 07:46

Will continue to pray Hermya.

Beautiful words Caz, praying that your husband's insight into what you have - your faith, will cause him to want to know more!

Following a change in my diet - really making an effort to ensure everything I eat is gluten free, my stomach issues have all but cleared up, although still slightly sore. Finding it all a bit daunting, the possibility of Coeliac disease, but am worried both that this IS what is causing it, and that it ISN'T or what happens if the test comes back negative... its really bothering me, so if you could pray please... I know to turn to God in my need, and am doing so in prayer, but there is also the practicality of living with whatever is up with me...

mathanxiety · 10/10/2010 07:56

Lurking here and praying for all.

Many thanks for prayers for me.

teaandcakeplease · 10/10/2010 08:44

Praying Hermya.

Oh Mary praying for you too and sending you ((hugs))

teaandcakeplease · 10/10/2010 08:48
PositiveAttitude · 10/10/2010 09:10

Hermya prayers for you, that there will be exciting news later today, maybe. Wink

Mary I am glad you are feeling better, but can also understand your concerns. I am praying for a quick resolution for you.

Caz - I truly believe that God is challenging your DH. This is EXACTLY the words my DH said to me when we were in your position (after death of first born daughter). It was just one step to him becoming the man of God he is today. Grin

Update from me..... Pain, pain, pain. Cant wait til Tuesday. I am assuming it is not malignant as I have not had the phone call. I had wanted to push for something to be done (ie: surgical removal of tumour) after 1st November as I am supposed to be away on a staff retreat next week (18th) and then DH is away for work the following week, but I dont know if I can keep going that long. I will see what the consultant says, but will be prepared to not go on retreat if I have to. Prayers for the right answers on Tuesday please, and for this to be removed as soon as possible.

Thanks.

DutchOma · 10/10/2010 09:36

I found the tune for "For this I have Jesus"

Praying for all this morning.
Caz, so many husbands have come round through the faithful prayers of their wives, it is the most powerful thing that can be done for any man.

PA and Mary, praying for you both.

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MaryBS · 10/10/2010 09:49

Hugs and prayers and God's healing touch to you, PA.

Thank you all for prayers, they really help.

Hermya321 · 10/10/2010 10:01

Things tailed off last night and the contractions stopped. But I've had a look on the internet and it seems this is quite normal and all part and parcel of the process. So I feel quite positive that we're heading in the right direction. I woke a few times feeling quite crampy, but nothing else. Still praying that he comes tonight so he'll get the easy to remember birthdate though, but if not we're heading in the right direction.

Mary Praying that God will give you healing and give you his strength in this time.

PA Praying for you as well.

Well happy Sunday everyone!!

shieldbug · 10/10/2010 12:23

Caz This must be so hard for your dh without the comfort of knowing Belle is in heaven. I pray that he will soon know God's comfort and presence. I pray too that you will know further blessings of the womb.

hermya praying for you. Even if he doesn't get 10/10/10 your LO will be here soon. Praying for a straightforward birth and for you and the baby to be fine. (hugs)

Oh PA, praying for you. Praying that Tuesday comes quickly for you, that the pain will die down before then and that swift medical action will be possible. Hang on in there, I hope the knowledge that so many sisters in Christ are praying for you is some help. May you know the loving arms of Jesus are holding you close right now.

Mary praying for you as you wait to find out what is wrong with your stomach. Glad things are better at the moment.

tacp it's good to hear of little Noah's progress. Still praying. Prayers for you too.

Unfortunately no action on the baby front here (despite being due before Hermya!) I'm finding the rash is getting me down as I can only sleep for about an hour or so before I wake up scratching. It's spread pretty much everywhere now and none of the creams seem to help. Please pray that I go into labour soon (I'm 39 +1 so there's no reason why it shouldn't be soon). Poor dh is having to put up with lots of tears and complaints at the moment!

teaandcakeplease · 10/10/2010 20:10

Great news Noah was discharged home today, he weighed yesterday 5lbs and 10oz :-)

Please pray that he settles into home life well and feeds and sleeps well and that Donna and Rich can finally enjoy the time with their new baby fully now he is home sweet home. Pray God fills that place with his presence as they bond with their gorgeous gorgeous boy.

He does have some underlying health concerns which hopefully will iron themselves out as he gets bigger though.

BlueEyeshadow · 10/10/2010 22:19

Praying.

Swaliswan · 11/10/2010 07:36

Morning All.

It's been a while since I've posted (I say that every time!).

Praying that there will be some exciting news from Hermya soon Grin

We're in the middle of DH being away for just over two weeks. I'm surprised by how well I feel that I'm coping. I'm on annual leave this week so I'm looking forward to having some time to do housework without any little helpers around. I'm off to do some Christmas shopping today before I get too big to happily drag myself around the shops. I'm praying that both DDs stop getting ill with every bug going but I'm quite proud of how well I've coped with that joy with DH away.

I'm also praying that my aunt comes out from hospital today. My mum has been trying to help me out and has been running around taking my uncle to the hospital because he can't drive since he had a serious boating accident a couple of weeks ago. My mum must be exhausted and I'm very grateful for all the help that she has given me with the nursery run.

We've got big things happening here which is very exciting but I'm not quite ready to share it as publically as this yet.

PositiveAttitude · 11/10/2010 07:40

Great news about Noah Smile

Thanks for the prayers, I have just had a lovely night's sleep and feel good this morning. Not as painful as it has been and only 27 hours to wait!!!
I'd appreciate prayers that i do get the answers tomorrow and come away with a plan as to what is going to happen. Today I feel as if I really wnat to go on retreat next week, but I will make a decision after tomorrow.

Thanks, and prayers for you all.

madhairday · 11/10/2010 13:16

Really great that Noah is home TACP :)

PA, glad you feel a bit better today. Prayinf that the next couple of days are peaceful for you and that you get answers. Retreat sounds good!

Swaliswan - glad you're doing ok and coping with dh being away - mine also away for 2 weeks so sympathise.

Update on my friend, her daughter and grandson - daughter was rushed into hosp with a blood clot on the brain - doctor says she is doing really well and is so lucky apparently because the recovery is much quicker than would expect (thankyou God) - she is tired but doing well. So glad things are looking up. The baby is going in for an op at the end of this week so prayer for him too.

I'm doing ok so far with dh away but do feel a bit shaky about it all - he is my carer so I feel a little lost and scared about coping. But health wise things are as good as it could be at the moment :) Thanks for prayers

DutchOma · 11/10/2010 14:12

Keeping you in prayer MHD, and your dh too.

Good to hear from you Swaliswan, how far are you now with the pregnancy? Sorry, I forget.
Great news about Noah TACP, hopefully you will feel a bit better about things soon.
PA glad you had a good night's sleep, definitely will be praying for you, dh and the surgeon, that between you you will know how to deal with this lump.

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Swaliswan · 11/10/2010 14:21

DO, I'm 27 weeks now. I have to stop and think about it as well. It must be a third baby thing!

CaptainDippy · 11/10/2010 16:13

I have two tired little girlies here, bless them!! Chugging along in DippyLand ......

How are you feeling today? Sending Smile Wonderful news that Noah is home Grin Praying they all settle down into a nice routine asap. xx

Praying that ShieldBug and Hermya's baby's come sooooooooon!! Grin

Praying for a definite and positive answer about the tumour tomorrow PA. Must be driving you nuts, poor thing. xx

Did your Aunt come out of hospital today SS?? Hope so!! Smile

Glad that your friend, DD & Grandson are doing ok MHD; especially that the DD is making progress despite the blood clot. So frightening.

Love and Prayers to all Smile xxxx

DutchOma · 11/10/2010 17:47

Only two tired little girlies Dippy? What have you done with the third?

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CaptainDippy · 11/10/2010 19:51

The other little girlie was at a friend's house for tea, followed by Rainbows! Smile

DutchOma · 11/10/2010 20:25

Ah! Smile Smile

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DutchOma · 11/10/2010 20:25

Ah! Smile Smile

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BlueEyeshadow · 11/10/2010 22:28

Could really do with a good night's sleep tonight. Confused

teaandcakeplease · 12/10/2010 09:40

Hello been doing the Holy Trinity Brompton Divorce and Separation Recovery Course on Monday nights. It's not bad.

My DD has had 3 bad dreams this week, each very vivid and she wakes up very upset. I've prayed through her room with oil, I pray every night for good dreams and she only reads and watches nice things on television like CBeebies or a Disney here and there, so I'm finding all this quite upsetting as she is very distraught about it all. She even checked her bed in the morning for a snake the other day Sad As she came into my bed for the rest of the night, so I think she wanted to check it had gone. I've tried explaining that they're not real and it's her mind whilst she sleeps. It's horrid. So prayers these nasty dreams stop would be good and for me to say and do the rights things to help her.

CaptainDippy · 12/10/2010 09:49

Did you get one BES?? xx

Your poor DD TACP Sad I will pray too. Have you prayed with her? Got her to pray too? Has she given any indication as to what the dreams are about? Is she at school yet? Is there something deep rooted troubling her? Sorry for all the Q's; just trying to help a little Smile xx

teaandcakeplease · 12/10/2010 10:11

Oh yes she tells me all about the dreams and she and I both pray. It's been tough with the separation and divorce on her, maybe it's all coming to the fore now?