Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow!

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This morning when I woke up, I did what I do every morning.  I checked my email and read my Proverbs 31 daily devotional.  It was about a different type of prayer.  We daily assault the throne with all of our pleas.  (number one in my prayers of course has been to take this heavy yoke from me)  but Wendy Pope in her devotional had a strong urging from God that he want to hear the praise more.  He is already with each one of us that is suffering but as Almighty God, he deserves praise for always being with His people!  http://proverbs31.org/

 So I am asking for a different type of prayer today.  Praise God for being with me and my family these past months as we wait for the results of the many tests.  Praise him for being with each one of you, encouraging each of you to pray daily for all the needs of those you love.  He answers those prayers even before we ask them!  

 Now for the news for today:  The type of tumor I have in my pancreas is (according to the 2 week blood test) is (drum roll please :)  a Neoendocrine tumour.  These tumors are the rarest pancreatic cancer and most of them are actually benign!  They are extremely slow growing and even if nothing was done for months, it would have little or no change.  There is no need for quick surgery and I don't even need a biopsy.  Dr. Marcaccio is going to send me for one more test - an Octreoscan which will take place within 2-3 weeks.  This test will confirm that the spots that are in my spleen are actually not cancerous and tell the Dr if there is cancer anywhere else in my body. (which he does not suspect but this is just in case) 

 So do you agree that we have every reason to praise God today?!  

 Thanking God for all of you and all of your continued prayers,
Marie

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  1. MareJuly 18, 2014 at 5:31 PM

    Awesome news Marie. Prayers answered!

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  2. UnknownJuly 18, 2014 at 5:41 PM

    Wonderful news Marie! We share in your thanks and praise for answered prayers!

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  3. Kirsten KrikkeJuly 18, 2014 at 7:15 PM

    Marie, this is great news! We are so happy to hear this. Praise God!

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  4. UnknownJuly 20, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    John and I were relieved to read this, and to share in your good news. May our Father continue to provide you with His goodness, and may you continue to look for His blessings!

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