"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." - Psalm 23

Monday, July 26, 2010

July 26 - PM Post

For our post tonight I asked Austin if he wanted to share anything...here is what he said...
"This past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind of emotions, unanswered questions, fear, doubt and pain. I have struggled to have a positive outlook and to keep on going. It's hard to be cooped up in a hospital. I used to ask, 'why am I in the hospital?' I was frustrated. Now I am realizing just how sick I really was and that I needed to be here - even if I would rather be any other place but here. I also realized just how fragile life is and that we cannot take even one day for granted. It's definitely evident that I am not alone. Thanks for your continued support and prayers!"
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3 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 26, 2010 at 6:22 PM

    Hi Austin,
    We have been following your blog the last couple of days and so glad that you are feeling better each day. Everyday we are thinking of you and pray for a speedy recovery. Your right, life is very fragile and we all need to enjoy each and every day that God provides for us. Hang in there. You are very brave young man.
    Love from all your Cressman cousins in New Hamburg.

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  2. Mrs. BontragerJuly 27, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Austin,
    You are brave, and wonderful. I know this is one of the hardest jounrey's you have taken. I continue to pray for patients for you. It will take time to heal even when we want it all to end. I am reminded of the song by Casting Crowns,"I will Praise You In this Storm." Know that God is with you!

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  3. Gary and LisaJuly 27, 2010 at 6:08 AM

    Hi Austin
    During my quiet time this morning this scripture was used and I thought (and prayed) of you.
    Romans 8: 35-38
    "Who shall seperate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?
    No, in all these things we are more then conquerors through him who loves us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels or demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to seperate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord"
    Austin, this love of Christ is the constant in your life right now...it will provide you with the patience and endurance you are needing in the midst of the storm. You've been through so much...
    We are praising God for the pieces of good news we are hearing....
    Gary and Lisa Yoder

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