I just remembered John Piper was diagnosed with cancer recently, and I'd heard he wrote a great article about it. It's called "Don't Waste Your Cancer" and you can read it here: http://www.desiringgod.org/library/fresh_words/2006/021506.html
I remember thinking when I first heard about it that I didn't see a point in reading it since I didn't have cancer. It's encouraging one way or the other, though, and if God can bring about the same results in your life without using cancer to get your attention, praise Him.
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About Me
- Brandon Wilhoite
- Amy was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia subtype M4 on July 2, 2006. For your convenience, Brandon & Gary can be contacted via email through amysblog@mac.com.
Timeline
- August 2007 - Clofarabine & Cytarabine with possible second transplant
- August 2007 - Intrathecal Methotrexate
- June - July 2007 - FLAG w/ mylotarg
- April 2007 - AML M4 MLL-ELL Diagnosis
- March - June 2007: Experimental DLIs
- March - June 2007: Decitabine 5/28
- November 2006 - Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant (brother)
- September 2006 - Salvage Regimen - MEC
- July 2006 - Reinduction - Cytarabine & Daunarubicin 5/2
- July 2006 - Induction - Cytarabine & Daunarubicin 7/3
- July 2, 2006 - AML M4 Diagnosis
But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. For we who live are always being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you. Since we have the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, 'I believed, and so I spoke,' we also believe, and so we also speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God. So we do not lose heart. Though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day. For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. - 2 Corinthians 4:5-18
7 comments:
Amy - thanks for sharing this post! What a blessing you are, even in times of illness.
My husband was diagnosed with Leukemia on March 31st. He has ALL, similar, but not exactly the same as yours.
I would not listen to the statistics. I would only listen to God. You are young, you are strong, and you have an incredible faith. Each day you continue on this journey, you are a 100% survivor. It is fine to feel discouraged from time to time... to feel scared.. this is scary! But, you are not a statistic (God know each hair on your head).
Email me if you would like to chat. I am here for you.. in fact, I am just a 4 hour drive away and a former Mizzou grad.
You are in my prayers, girl. You keep your eyes on Jesus and not the water.
Lisa (lisavanburen@yahoo.com)
Thank you for your witness and your honesty. I will pray for you and your family.
Wow, you've been a busy little blogger this weekend. It was so wonderful to read all of your posts, hear of the progress. God is fantastic, is he not?
love you,
Rachel
Hello Amy! Just a quick note from your RD (registered dietitian) friend... noticed how unhappy you were with the food so I have some "hospital" food tips: ask them for the pediatric menu... they will have some better choices on it than the normal ones. Also: try to get some Resource Fruit Beverage, okay??? It is a fruit drink that served with ice is like fruit juice on steriods-- it has some protein in it and some good calorie content. Also-- ask brandon to bring you some fruit cups...on a cooked food diet they have been sterilized, so you'll be able to have those. You can also have him bring you foods that are in a package that you are craving... like oreos, etc. You don't HAVE to eat the hospital food, it just needs to be in a package, sealed, so that you know it isn't bringing in any diseases. I got the phone number for the nutrition department today and am going to speak with them about getting you some food choices you like, okay? Let me know if you have any questions about it--and I'll try and answer them (noraeshank@hotmail.com)
Love you -- and all our prayers are with you!
Nora
My dear Amy, It breaks my heart that you are having to go through this, but it also gladdens my heart to read your sweet comments about being thankful to God for allowing you to go through it to bring you closer to Him. I read that paragraph to my Sunday School class yesterday and had them all in tears hearing what a brave and faithful young woman you are to trust Him to completely in the face of adversity. We all pray for you daily. It is a joy to read all you have written. And bless Nora who is going to try to get you some food you can eat. Seafood gumbo doesn't sound good to me, and I'm not sick like you are. You have inspired me to stop complaining to myself about what I'm having to deal with healthwise knowing you can trust with all you have had to endure. Keep trusting the Lord, Amy. And don't every change. I love you and hope to see you after you get home and I can be in Columbia to visit my friend there. Love and prayers, Jackie
Hey Amy,
I am not sure if I have to be registered to post or anything, but I am so glad I can keep up with you through your posts. You would be suprised at how far God has spread those who are praying for you. Many who you don't even know!
I hope you enjoy your time with Gary. I can not imagine how hard it must be, but I am glad tht you are able to visit with him. Finally, find some good fresh food. Phooey on Dr's who wont let you eat what God created for us!!!
Nick
Amy,
I wanted to let you know that you are in the hearts and prayers of all of the church members here at First Baptist Vienna.
Your faith and passion for your family and your Lord is your crown. You are a child of the King, his Princess and I know that HE looks down upon you and smiles.
My prayer for you today is that our Lord will DELIGHT YOU! In the midst of your adversity may HE demonstrate to you HIS love and favor!
We are always praying on bended knee.
Angela Moles
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